5 reasons why my bedrooms have so many mosquito infestations

Finding a lot of mosquito infestation in your home is more than just annoying as it's hearing their high-pitched sounds. Mosquito bites can cause discomfort, and itchy sensations and transmit life-threatening diseases like dengue fever and the Zika virus.

Mosquitoes are typically outdoor insects. They prefer to seek food sources, breed, and lay their eggs in the outdoor environment. But by no means, it is not possible to find mosquito infestations in indoor spaces. They can enter indoor spaces when their sources of blood meals from humans and other warm-blooded animals.

When conditions are right for breeding and there are enough food sources indoors, mosquitoes can quickly establish infestations inside the house. If it occurs, mosquito bites can be bothersome, especially if they disturb your sleep after a long day.

In this article, you'll discover why there are many mosquitoes in your bedroom and the best prevention tips to eliminate them.

Why do my bedrooms have so many mosquito infestations?

Your bedroom can be an attractive and preferred place for mosquitoes compared to other rooms or areas inside your house.

The presence of many mosquitoes in the room can depend on several factors. Understanding the reasons helps us take effective preventive measures for a comfortable environment indoors, free from mosquito bite worries.

There are several reasons why there are many mosquitoes in the room, and here are the top 5 reasons:

1. Warmth and humidity
2. Open doors and windows
3. The presence of plants near the windows
4. Clutter and piles of items
5. Bright lighting

Click one of the 5 causes or reasons why are there so many mosquitoes in the bedroom above to read the full explanation from Rentokil. 

1. Warmth and humidity

Mosquitoes are generally more active in warm and humid conditions, and certain indoor areas may provide suitable conditions for their activity. Therefore, if your bedroom lacks proper ventilation, it can create warm and humid conditions, which mosquitoes may find favorable for breeding.

Several factors can cause a room to become humid and attractive to uninvited guests, including:

• Lack of ventilation — Limited ventilation traps humid air, increasing humidity and creating a mosquito-friendly environment for breeding.
• Source of water — Stagnant water in rooms from leaky pipes, roofs, or poorly drained bathtubs is the perfect place for female mosquitoes to lay their eggs. Mosquitoes require water for the early stages of their life cycle.
• Damp clothes — Hanging wet or damp clothes, including sports attire, indoors can increase humidity. This moisture becomes an attraction for mosquitoes to breed (lay eggs and develop larvae).

2. Open doors and windows

Undoubtedly, doors and windows are the primary entry points for mosquitoes into your bedroom. Open or poorly sealed doors and windows allow mosquitoes to enter the room and find moist areas for breeding.

3. The presence of plants near the windows

Having a room with a beautiful view of a garden filled with various decorative plants is a delight. However, some types of plants may attract a lot of mosquitoes, especially when located near the room's windows. Flowering plants like lilies and sunflowers are some examples that can lure mosquitoes due to their distinct colors and scents.

Additionally, placing plants inside the room or near the windows often involves watering. Stagnant water in plant pots due to poor drainage can become a breeding ground for mosquito larvae.

4. Clutter and piles of items

Apart from causing untidiness, clutter in your bedroom creates dark and humid adult mosquito resting places. Additionally, dense clutter can block airflow, leading to moisture buildup, and creating a suitable environment for mosquito breeding sites.

5. Bright lighting

Bright lights in the room attract adult mosquitoes, leading to more frequent nighttime infestations. On the other hand, one theory states that flying insects like mosquitoes exhibit positive phototaxis.

Meaning mosquitoes have an interest in bright lights, just like many other insects such as flies. When there is a source of light, especially during the night, mosquitoes tend to move towards it.

Bright light may not serve as a food source for mosquitoes, but their positive phototaxis naturally draws them towards it. They use it as a visual cue to locate and approach humans in the room.

How to reduce mosquito infestation in the room?

To prevent the presence of annoying mosquitoes and mosquito bites in the room. Below are some mosquito prevention tips you can follow at home:

• Mosquito screens — Installing mosquito screens on windows and doors is highly effective in preventing mosquitoes from entering your bedroom from outside.
• Standing water — Ensure no standing water inside the room or around it, as mosquitoes need water for laying eggs and breeding.
• Maintain room cleanliness — Regularly clean the room and reduce the clutter that could serve as hiding places for mosquitoes.
• Blow them away with Air Conditioning (AC) or fans — Mosquitoes are relatively weak fliers. Placing the Air Conditioning and/or fans in the room might work to blow them away from you.
• Turn off lights at night — It is advisable to decrease the use of bright lights during nighttime while sleeping. You can also switch from bright white-colored lights to yellow-colored lights that are less attractive to mosquitoes.
• Utilize sunlight — Mosquitoes tend to avoid bright sunlight. They are more active during the morning, evening, and night when the light is dimmer. Ensuring that your room gets sufficient direct sunlight exposure can help prevent it from becoming a favored mosquito breeding ground.
• Seek help from a professional mosquito control service — A professional mosquito control service can help you address mosquito infestation effectively. They can identify mosquito sources and implement effective methods to reduce the mosquito population in specific areas, including inside the room.

The best mosquito control service for your home

To get the best results, combine the preventive measures mentioned above with pest control methods performed by trained mosquito control experts. This will give you more effective outcomes and create a comfortable, mosquito-free environment in your room.

For more than 50 years, Rentokil has been Indonesia's most trusted pest control company. Rentokil offers mosquito control services among various other pest control solutions.

Rentokil offers various mosquito control methods tailored to your needs. These methods effectively and efficiently reduce mosquito infestation as well as protect you from dangerous diseases caused by mosquito bites.

Contact Rentokil today at 150808 or fill in the online form to get the best mosquito control solution for your home.