--- title: Prevent Mosquito Breeding Grounds in Your Yard description: Here's how you can eliminate mosquito breeding grounds on your Massachusetts property and reduce your risk of mosquito-borne diseases like EEE and West Nile Virus. image: https://blog.burgesspest.com/hubfs/ITCHY%20BITES.jpeg --- [![Burgess-and-Capeway-logo.png](https://blog.burgesspest.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Burgress_Oct2018/Images/Blog/Burgess-and-Capeway-logo.png?width=468&name=Burgess-and-Capeway-logo.png "Burgess-and-Capeway-logo.png")](https://www.burgesspest.com) 508-587-4309  |    [Customer Login ](http://login.burgesspest.com/) - - - - - Residential - [Pad Protection Plans](https://www.burgesspest.com/pad-protection-plans/) - [Ant Control](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-ant-control/) - [Tick & Mosquito Control](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-tick-mosquito-control/) - [Rodent Control](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-rodent-control/) - [Bee Control](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-bee-control/) - [Insulation Cleanouts](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-insulation-cleanouts/) - [TAP® Insulation](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-tap-insulation-installer/) - [Wildlife Control](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-wildlife-control/) - [Schedule an Inspection](https://www.burgesspest.com/schedule-an-inspection/) - Commercial - [Partnering with Burgess](https://www.burgesspest.com/partnering-with-burgess/) - [3-Part Plan](https://www.burgesspest.com/inspect-detect-correct/) - [A Higher Standard](https://www.burgesspest.com/higher-standard/) - [Services](https://www.burgesspest.com/services/) - [Disinfectant Services](https://www.burgesspest.com/disinfectant-services/) - [Sanitation Services](https://www.burgesspest.com/trash-chute-elevator-pit-cleaning/) - [Pest Management for Food Services](https://www.burgesspest.com/food-services-pest-management/) - [Pest Management for Warehousing & Distribution](https://www.burgesspest.com/warehouse-distribution-pest-management/) - [Our Guarantee](https://www.burgesspest.com/our-guarantee/) - [Pest Management for Healthcare](https://www.burgesspest.com/healthcare-pest-management/) - Termites - [Termite Control](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-termite-control/) - [The Sentricon System](https://www.burgesspest.com/the-sentricon-system/) - [Schedule an Inspection](https://www.burgesspest.com/schedule-a-termite-inspection/) - Bed Bugs - [Identifying Bed Bugs](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-bed-bug-control/) - [Heat Treatments](https://www.burgesspest.com/bed-bug-heat-treatments-in-massachusetts/) - [Let’s Talk!](https://www.burgesspest.com/lets-talk-bugs/) - Resources - [Our Blog](https://blog.burgesspest.com/blog) - [Video Library](https://www.burgesspest.com/video-library/) - [SDS](https://www.burgesspest.com/sds/) - [Consumer Bulletins](https://www.burgesspest.com/consumer-bulletins/) - Company - [Our Story](https://www.burgesspest.com/our-story/) - [Careers at Burgess](https://www.burgesspest.com/careers-at-burgess/) - [Service Areas](https://www.burgesspest.com/service-areas/) - [Customer Reviews](https://www.burgesspest.com/customer-reviews/) ## Our Blog # Prevent Mosquito Breeding Grounds in Your Yard By [Admin](https://blog.burgesspest.com/blog/author/admin)| Jul 7, 2023 9:00:00 AM |[0 Comments](https://blog.burgesspest.com/blog/prevent-mosquito-breeding-grounds-massachusetts#comments-listing) With the recent surge of news headlines concerning [mosquito](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-tick-mosquito-control-2/)-borne illnesses across the nation, many homeowners are wondering how to reduce their risk. The key to avoiding [mosquito-borne diseases](https://blog.burgesspest.com/blog/what-you-should-know-mosquito-borne-diseases-massachusetts-rhode-island) such as EEE and West Nile Virus is [bite prevention](https://blog.burgesspest.com/blog/cape-cod-mosquito-control-bite-prevention) - and one effective measure is preventing mosquitoes from breeding on your Massachusetts property. Here's how you can eliminate mosquito breeding grounds in your own yard. Reduce Standing Water ![best Massachusetts mosquito control](https://blog.burgesspest.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MOSQUITO%20REFLECTION.jpeg?width=252&height=168&name=MOSQUITO%20REFLECTION.jpeg)Mosquitoes need stagnant water in which to lay eggs and for offspring to successfully hatch. Considering one female [mosquito](https://blog.burgesspest.com/blog/mosquitoes-in-massachusetts-on-the-move)can lay up to 300 eggs at a time in just a thimbleful of water, you'll want to make sure standing water is minimized throughout your property. Empty the water from tire swings, wheelbarrows, buckets, tarps, and other receptacles that hold water after it [rains](https://blog.burgesspest.com/blog/wet-weather-and-pest-activity-massachusetts-rhode-island)or when sprinklers have been on. Water in bird baths, kiddie pools, and pet dishes should be changed on a regular basis. Inspect outdoor plumbing for leaks and keep your gutters clear of debris to prevent water pooling near your foundation. Keep Your Yard Neat ![preventative mosquito control Masssachusetts](https://blog.burgesspest.com/hs-fs/hubfs/backyard.jpg?width=255&height=167&name=backyard.jpg)Mosquitoes love overgrowth and leaf litter. Keep your grass and shrubbery trimmed and remove yard debris to let the natural light in and reduce the dark, damp conditions that attract mosquitoes. Fill It In Sure, mosquitoes will lay eggs inside man-made items like tires or flower pots, but don't overlook areas where water naturally collects as well. Keep an eye out for parts of your yard where water accumulates after rainfall or [snow melt](https://blog.burgesspest.com/blog/winter-mosquito-prevention-massachusetts), like poorly drained low-lying areas or tire tracks, and fill them in. --- Mosquito control in Massachusetts can be a daunting task, but eliminating breeding grounds on your property is a step in the right direction. For added protection from these bloodsucking pests, consider a[seasonal mosquito control plan](https://www.burgesspest.com/massachusetts-tick-mosquito-control-2/) with the Burgess Pest team. Our experts use the most advanced equipment and products to safely and effectively stop mosquitoes from bugging you - [get started with a free estimate today!](https://www.burgesspest.com/schedule-an-inspection/) Already enrolled in a [Pad Protection Plan](https://www.burgesspest.com/pad-protection-plans/)? Adding mosquito control is as easy as giving us a call. 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