Mosquito Control

Mosquito Control in Jacksonville, NC and the surrounding areas

You may ask yourself, do I need outdoor mosquito treatment? The fact is this common pest can not only be a nuisance but also detrimental to you and your families health. Mosquitoes are not only pests but they also can transmit many disease-causing viruses and parasites. Infected mosquitoes carry these organisms from person to person without showing symptoms themselves.

We can all remember a time when we were outside and you felt that first bite. It seems that no matter how many coats of bug spray we layer on ourselves we still suffer they’re all to familiar sting. Take back your yard and enjoy the outdoors with your friends and family.

Mosquito Control: Protect Your Home and Health

Mosquito infestations can turn your outdoor spaces into a nuisance — and a health risk. These biting pests thrive in North Carolina’s warm, humid climate and breed quickly in standing water, leading to persistent infestations if not treated promptly.

Beyond their itchy bites and constant buzzing, mosquitoes can transmit several serious diseases, including:

West Nile Virus: Can cause fever, headaches, body aches, nausea, and, in rare cases, neurological complications.
Zika Virus: Typically mild but poses serious risks during pregnancy, potentially leading to birth defects such as microcephaly.
Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE): A rare but dangerous virus found in the eastern U.S. that can cause severe inflammation of the brain.
Tularemia: A bacterial disease that can be spread by certain mosquito species and other biting insects.

Prompt, professional mosquito control is essential to protect your family’s comfort, safety, and peace of mind. Let Modern Exterminating help you reclaim your outdoor spaces — and enjoy your home all season long.

Professional Outdoor Mosquito Treatment

Protecting your yard from mosquitoes starts with a professional treatment plan that works. At Modern Exterminating, our trained technicians use proven, comprehensive methods to target and eliminate these blood-sucking pests where they live and breed.

We know how important your family’s health and comfort are — and we take that responsibility seriously. Our outdoor mosquito treatments are designed to help you reclaim your space and enjoy your backyard without the buzz or the bites.

Have questions about mosquito control for your home? Call 910-996-5225 and let our team help you take back your outdoors.

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How to Spot Mosquitos

Frequent Bites Outdoors

If you notice you’re being bitten shortly after stepping outside, it’s a clear sign of mosquito activity nearby. Mosquitoes are most active at dawn and dusk, especially in humid or shaded areas. Regular bites indicate a breeding site may be close to your home.

Buzzing or Swarming at Dusk

A noticeable increase in buzzing around porches, patios, or entryways during the evening often signals an infestation. Mosquitoes are drawn to body heat and carbon dioxide, so frequent swarms indicate they’ve established nearby.

Standing Water Around the Property

Mosquitoes lay eggs in stagnant water—even small amounts. Buckets, flower pots, gutters, and birdbaths can all serve as breeding grounds. Checking and emptying standing water regularly helps reduce mosquito populations around your Jacksonville property.

Mosquito Larvae in Water

Look closely at any outdoor water sources—if you see small, wriggling larvae at the surface, mosquitoes are breeding there. These larvae mature quickly into biting adults. Modern Exterminating’s mosquito control treatments target both larvae and adult mosquitoes for full-season protection.

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Gail Thomas

2 days ago

Very knowledgeable, polite, considerate

Response from the owner:Thank you, Gail! We're thrilled our team was knowledgeable, polite, and considerate. Your feedback helps us improve as the best pest control in Jacksonville, NC. We appreciate you trusting the Jacksonville, NC pest control experts.

Robin Stump

3 days ago

Demetrius is absolutely wonderful!! He is professional , punctual, thorough, kind and considerate!! We are extremely happy to have him as our technician!!

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Mitchell Smith

3 days ago

Have always had positive experiences with Modern Exterminating. Easy to schedule and always on time!

Richard Whitaker

3 days ago

Great service! My tech Dan is awesome!

Scott Shekey

3 days ago

Demetrius was very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Communication before the appointment was exceptional.

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3 days ago

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Houston Aleshire

3 days ago

Modern does a really great job, they have been helping us for many years with no issues.try the yard mosquito treatment, it really works well.

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beth mcallister

3 days ago

james is amazing , I called yesterday and they showed up today I am very pleased! I give them a 5 star review and would highly recommend!

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Tina Morris

3 days ago

Always great. Very professional. Does great job. Gives bones to my dogs. Always on time. Just dynamite.

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Cherokee Addington

3 days ago

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Marshall Gallop

3 days ago

We have used Modern Exterminating for over 10 years; and they have given us excellent service--Quarterly General Bug Spraying and annual Termite Inspection for warranty purposes.

Mike Carter

3 days ago

Tony from Modern is a great tech. He knows his business, takes the time to give good advice, and gets great results. A very professional company offering a great price.

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Elizabeth Raynor

3 days ago

Andrew did a great job for us!! Very informative and thorough!!

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vickie chauvin

3 days ago

My tech is Jason and he's very professional. He does my termite inspection every year. Thanks Jason!!

Shasta Renner

3 days ago

David is always on time, quick and efficient! He is informative about the products and is always a pleasure to speak with!!

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Mark Ault

3 days ago

Did the technician drop by? We didn't receive the receipt that's normally left behind.

Response from the owner:Hi Mark, thanks for letting us know and sorry you didn’t receive the usual receipt. We’ll confirm the technician’s visit and resend a copy to your preferred email or phone right away — please reply with the best contact. We value your feedback and as Jacksonville, NC pest control experts we’re committed to being the best pest control in Jacksonville, NC.

Anthony Fields

4 days ago

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Kazimieras Urbonavicius

4 days ago

At first i had bugs. I was petrified. Thought that i couldn’t live with them by my side. And after spending nights thinking bugs are super wrong. Modern showed me up. And those bugs permanently shut up.

Response from the owner:Kazimieras, thank you for sharing your experience, we’re thrilled to hear the bugs are gone and you feel safe again. We truly value feedback and are always improving, proud to be the best pest control in Jacksonville, NC and your Jacksonville, NC pest control experts. Please reach out anytime if you need follow-up, we’re here to help.

will sherman

4 days ago

Good people, good service. No insect issues, which is what we want. Thank you folks!

CHRISTINE

4 days ago

David is Always professional very polite and very informative. Very happy with the service at Modern, A pleasure to work with.

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Shehla Korff

4 days ago

Chuck has been inspecting our home for 12 years now. He’s very thorough and knowledgeable. Polite and respectful of our home.

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Warren Washington

4 days ago

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russell folley

4 days ago

Always Professional

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Donna Minervini

4 days ago

Dan does a great job. I highly recommend him.

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Linda

4 days ago

Demetrius did a great job getting rid of the wasps. Prompt response and as always, very courteous.

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