If you’ve felt like mosquitoes are out for revenge this season, you’re not alone. I’ve had several clients across Portland and surrounding areas calling in with the same issue — more bites, more buzzing, and more frustration. So let’s talk about it.

🌧️ Why Are Mosquitoes Worse Right Now?

Mosquitoes love warmth and moisture — and let’s be honest, we’ve had plenty of both. After a rainy spring followed by warm temperatures, it creates the perfect breeding ground. Standing water in clogged gutters, flower pots, old tires, and even bottle caps can turn into mosquito nurseries almost overnight.

🚨 It’s Not Just the Bites — It’s the Risk

Most of us think of mosquitoes as just annoying, but they’re also disease carriers. Here in Oregon, while rare, cases of West Nile Virus and other mosquito-borne illnesses have been reported over the years. Not something we want buzzing around our families, especially in the backyard while we’re trying to enjoy some sun.

🛡️ What You Can Do Right Now

Here are a few simple things I recommend to clients — and do at my own place:

• ✅ Empty any containers holding water — birdbaths, buckets, flowerpot saucers, even bottle caps.

• ✅ Trim tall grass and weeds where mosquitoes love to rest.

• ✅ Use screens on windows and doors — and check for holes.

• ✅ Apply repellent (look for DEET or lemon eucalyptus-based options).

• ✅ Consider outdoor fans — mosquitoes are weak flyers.

And if the problem keeps coming back?

That’s where we come in.

🔍 How We Help

At North Rift Exterminators, we offer targeted mosquito control treatments designed for residential and commercial spaces. We don’t just kill the mosquitoes — we disrupt their breeding cycles. Our treatments are kid- and pet-safe, and we focus on long-term results, not just short-term sprays.

So if you’re tired of scratching and swatting, let’s fix it. Give me a call or book a free inspection — I’m happy to come take a look and walk you through what’s going on and how we can stop it.

Stay safe,