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Mosquito Control Across the East Midlands

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Mosquito Control In Nottingham, Derby & Leicester

Tackle Mosquitoes Where They Breed

We control mosquitoes around homes, gardens, holiday lets and businesses across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Lincolnshire, including Nottingham, Derby, Leicester and Lincoln. We survey for standing water, treat breeding sites with larvicide and apply a residual treatment where adult mosquitoes rest. We'll also show you how to remove the water they breed in. We'll explain the likely cost before any work starts.

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  • 7 days a week6am–8pm, weekends included
  • 5.0 on GoogleFrom 194 customer reviews
  • 4 countiesNotts, Derbys, Leics & Lincs
On this page
  1. Where do mosquitoes breed?
  2. Are mosquitoes in the UK a health risk?
  3. How we control mosquitoes
  4. Signs You Need Mosquitoes
  5. Why choose us
  6. Our process
  7. Get a price
  8. FAQs

Where do mosquitoes breed?

Mosquitoes lay their eggs on still water, and the larvae develop there before emerging as adults. In gardens that means water butts without lids, blocked gutters, plant pot saucers, old tyres, buckets, bird baths, ponds without fish and anywhere rain collects and stands. Some species also breed in flooded cellars and drains.

The common house mosquito (Culex pipiens) is one of the most widespread species in the UK and often overwinters in sheds, garages, outbuildings and cellars. Homes near rivers, canals, lakes and wetlands, such as along the Trent valley, can see more mosquitoes in warm, wet summers.

Are mosquitoes in the UK a health risk?

Most mosquito bites in the UK cause nothing more than itching and swelling. The NHS advises washing the bite, using a cold compress and avoiding scratching, and getting advice if it becomes infected.

UKHSA monitors mosquitoes in England, including invasive species such as the Asian tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus) occasionally found at ports and transport hubs. In July 2025 UKHSA reported that West Nile virus had been detected in mosquitoes collected in Nottinghamshire in 2023, the first detection in UK mosquitoes, and assessed the risk to the public as very low. If you're worried about an unusual mosquito, UKHSA's Mosquito Recording Scheme accepts reports.

How we control mosquitoes

We start with a survey of the property to find where they're breeding and resting. Breeding water is removed where possible and treated with a larvicide where it can't be, such as a water feature or drain. We then apply a residual treatment to the shaded vegetation, outbuildings and sheltered spots where adults rest during the day.

We'll avoid treating ponds that hold fish or wildlife and give you a simple checklist for keeping water from standing: lids on water butts, clear gutters, emptied saucers and containers stored upside down.

Signs You Need Mosquitoes

  • Lots of bites after time in the garden at dusk
  • Mosquitoes resting in sheds, garages or cellars
  • Wriggling larvae in water butts, buckets or bird baths
  • Mosquitoes indoors at night, especially near water
  • Blocked gutters or areas where water stands after rain

Why Choose Us For Mosquitoes

  • Survey of breeding and resting sites
  • Larvicide on water that can't be removed
  • Residual treatment where adult mosquitoes rest
  • Care around ponds and wildlife
  • Practical advice to stop water standing
  • Clear, upfront advice on cost

Our Mosquitoes Process

01

Survey

We find standing water, breeding sites and where adults rest.

02

Remove & Treat Water

Breeding water removed where possible and larvicide applied where not.

03

Treat Resting Areas

Residual treatment of vegetation, outbuildings and sheltered spots.

04

Prevent

A checklist to stop water standing, with follow-up visits if needed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

It depends on the size of the site and how many breeding areas there are. We survey first and explain the likely cost before any work starts. Call 07999 935 929 for a quote.

Not completely, because mosquitoes fly in from the surrounding area. Removing and treating breeding water and resting areas on your property can noticeably reduce numbers, especially if neighbours do the same.

We don't treat ponds that hold fish or wildlife, and we choose larvicides and residual products to suit the site. We'll explain exactly what we're using and where.

Late spring, before numbers build up in summer. Clearing standing water early in the year has the biggest effect.

UKHSA assesses the risk from mosquito-borne disease in the UK as very low. It monitors invasive species and reported finding West Nile virus in mosquitoes collected in Nottinghamshire in 2023. Most UK mosquito bites cause only itching.

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Where We Offer Mosquitoes

We provide mosquito control in Nottingham and right across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Lincolnshire from our base in Southwell. Choose your area for local details.

What Our Customers Say

5.0 from 194 Google reviews

  • “Absolutely brilliant work. Very polite and professional. He also had so much time for my son. Even showed him in the back of his van. Definitely recommend if anyone has any pests or pigeons stuck in…”

    NicolaJune 2026 · Read on Google

  • “I had a great experience with Urgent Pest Control. They responded quickly, showed up on time, and were extremely professional. The technician explained everything clearly, answered all my questions,…”

    kris jarrettFebruary 2026 · Read on Google

  • “Gino responded extremely quick and visited my home within a couple of hours of my initial phone call. He got to the root problem fast and I’ve no issues since. Gino followed up with a second visit…”

    Clarissa SodenSeptember 2025 · Read on Google

  • “Excellent service, came out same day to help. Searched all areas to resolve the problem and to put things in place to stop them getting in.”

    lisa lloydSeptember 2025 · Read on Google

  • “Absolutely amazing service. Returned from a long holiday to find rats had gotten into my house. These guys came the next day (I didn't call until 4pm) and did a follow up visit today. Very helpful…”

    Sarah WarrenSeptember 2025 · Read on Google

  • “Hi Gino it's been 3years since you came to place and got rid of bugs and there has been no signs since 2022. Thank you so much”

    Corrinne JosephMarch 2025 · Read on Google

  • “Excellent service! Harrison and the team was prompt, professional and they explained everything clearly. Highly recommend for reliable and efficient pest control!”

    Lyndsey ReadMarch 2025 · Read on Google

  • “Gino arrived within a couple of hours of my phone call and identified our problem very swiftly. Remedial action was undertaken immediately and two follow up visits ensured that everything was…”

    Jillian LowreyDecember 2024 · Read on Google

1 / 8Google reviews

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