The short version
Around Memphis, mosquito season runs from about April through October. Start by dumping standing water every week. A barrier spray every few weeks adds steady relief.
- Dump standing water every week.
- Daytime biters are usually tiger mosquitoes.
- Barrier sprays last about three to four weeks.
- Larvicide handles water you can’t drain.
- Use repellent with DEET, picaridin or IR3535.
Homeowners and renters in Memphis who want their yard back.
What to look for
Mosquitoes breed in standing water, even a bottle cap's worth. In summer heat, eggs become biting adults in about a week. Often the source is a neighbor's yard or a storm drain.
- 1A sump pit or crawl space holding water.
- 2Rain barrels without screens or lids.
- 3Clogged gutters holding water after rain.
- 4Bites getting worse after each wet spell.
- 5Adults resting under deck boards or in ivy.
- 6Tarps, toys, or tires holding rainwater.
Why it’s worth acting soon
- Each new generation is bigger than the last.
- Bites can spread West Nile virus.
- Itchy welts, especially for kids.
- Heartworm risk for dogs.
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Property Inspection for Breeding Sites
$0–$150 (often bundled with a first treatment)
Expect a written or verbal summary of what was found on your Memphis property, including problems on the neighbor's side of the fence. You cannot treat next door, but you can plan around it.
- Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Best for
- Every yard; finds where mosquitoes actually breed
Monitoring and Seasonal Plans
$50–$150 per follow-up visit; $350–$900 per season bundled
Between visits in Memphis, a good pro uses traps or landing counts to check the treatment is still working. Numbers climbing early means a missed breeding site.
- Time
- 15–30 minutes per check; season runs spring through first frost
- Best for
- Anyone who wants the yard usable all summer
Source Reduction and Larviciding
$75–$150 per visit
Larvicide works on the stage that cannot fly away, which is why crews in Memphis treat it as the foundation of any plan. Adult spraying is the follow-up, not the fix.
- Time
- 45–90 minutes
- Best for
- Yards with standing water, clogged gutters, ponds, or drains
Misting Systems and In2Care-Style Stations
misting $2,000–$4,500 installed plus refills; stations $200–$500 per season
Misting systems put product into the air on a schedule whether mosquitoes are present or not, which raises resistance and pollinator concerns in Memphis neighborhoods. Ask about sensors, timers, and off-switch etiquette.
- Time
- Misting: half a day. Stations: under an hour.
- Best for
- Specific yards: heavy outdoor use or spray-averse owners
Prices are typical published ranges. Ask what’s included before you compare quotes.
A treatment visit covers the shaded plants and beds where adults rest, along with any standing water that can't be drained.Which mosquitoes bite around Memphis.
Asian tiger mosquitoes are common around Memphis. They're black-and-white and bite by day. They breed in small containers. House mosquitoes (Culex) bite from dusk into the night. They breed in storm drains. They're the main West Nile carriers.
Local mosquitoes conditions in Memphis.
Memphis sits in a humid subtropical climate, and that sets the pace for mosquito activity here: late spring through early fall; year-round in the deep south. In Memphis, the area is mostly urban, so mosquitoes pressure can differ from one block to the next depending on how tight the entry points are and how much food, water, or shelter is close by. An inspection in Memphis usually starts outside and works inward, checking the foundation, gaps around doors and windows, and any moisture or clutter near the structure first. Knowing Memphis's seasonal timing lets you schedule treatment before the busy stretch rather than after it, which usually means faster service and a more accurate quote. A provider who works Memphis and Tennessee every day can point out the specific conditions that matter most here, and getting the scope, price, and follow-up terms in writing makes it easier to compare options.
Mosquitoes that bite indoors usually slip in through gaps around doors or torn window screens.Mosquito season in Memphis.
West Nile cases usually peak in late summer. Plan on regular visits. That's a long season.
A year of mosquitoes in Memphis.
- Winter: a good time to fix drainage and low spots. - Fall: numbers stay high. Keep gutters clear of leaves. - Summer: with highs near 91°F in Memphis, check water twice a week. - Spring: the first wave arrives early in Memphis. Start treatments then.
The weekly water walk.
- Gutters: clear leaves so water drains. - Saucers and pots: empty them or add sand. - Toys and buckets: store them upside down. - Tarps and covers: pull them tight so water runs off. - Birdbaths: change the water twice a week. - Pet bowls: refresh daily. - AC drip lines and downspouts: make sure water drains away. - Tree holes: fill them with sand.
Avoiding bites.
- Repellent: DEET, picaridin, IR3535 or oil of lemon eucalyptus. - Clothing: long sleeves and pants help at dusk. - Fans: a patio fan keeps weak-flying mosquitoes away. - Screens: repair holes in window and door screens. - Timing: tiger mosquitoes bite by day; house mosquitoes at dusk.
Low-cost ways to cut mosquitoes.
- Mosquito dunks: Bti tablets kill larvae in rain barrels and ponds. - Mosquito fish: they eat larvae in ornamental ponds. - Pumps and fountains: moving water breeds far fewer mosquitoes. - Trimming: thin out dense shrubs and tall grass. - Lights: yellow bug lights attract fewer insects to the porch.
Mosquito or look-alike?
- Crane flies: look like giant mosquitoes. They don’t bite. - Non-biting midges: swarm near water at dusk. Harmless, just annoying. - No-see-ums: tiny biting gnats near marshes. Screens need a finer mesh. - Mosquitoes: slim, long legs, and a needle-like mouth.
When a bite needs a doctor.
Spreading swelling or an infected-looking bite needs a check too. See a doctor for high fever, stiff neck or confusion. About one in five get a fever, headache or body aches. Most people infected with West Nile virus never feel sick. Most bites just itch for a few days.
Protecting your pets.
Keep pets inside while a yard spray dries. Change pet water bowls daily. Ask your vet about year-round heartworm prevention. Cats can too. Dogs get heartworm from mosquito bites.
What a treatment visit looks like.
Most plans repeat every three to four weeks. Then they spray shady shrubs, where adults rest. Larvicide goes in water you can't drain. They dump or treat standing water. The tech walks the yard first. A visit usually takes 20 to 45 minutes.
Rain barrels and ponds.
- Barrels: cover openings with fine mesh. - Ponds: fish and moving water keep larvae down. - Bird baths: change the water every few days. - Gutters: clear them so water drains away. - Tarps: shake out any that hold rainwater. - Pool covers: drain standing water after rain.
Questions to ask before you sign.
- What product will you spray? - How often will you come? - Do you treat standing water too? - What happens if bites come back between visits? - How do you protect bees and flowers? - When can kids and pets go back outside?
What affects the price
- Amount of shade and dense vegetation.
- Travel distance from the company's base.
- One-time visit versus a seasonal plan.
- Gutter cleaning or drainage fixes bundled in.
- Special-event timing and rush scheduling.
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What's your biggest frustration with mosquitoes in your yard?
When to call for help
Call if bites still keep you indoors. Dumping water should come first. early in the season, before the first big wave. Ponds, drains and dense shrubs are hard to handle yourself.
What you can do yourself
A pro adds larvicide for water you can't drain. They also spray where adults rest, every few weeks. The biggest win is free: dump standing water every week. Use repellent and run a fan on the patio.
Mosquitoes in Memphis
A local provider who knows Memphis and Tennessee can point out the specific conditions that matter most here before you commit to a plan. In Memphis, take a minute to note where you have seen activity and when it appears, so the inspection is faster and the quote more accurate. In Memphis, most of the housing is urban, so the usual entry points, moisture spots, and sheltered areas near the structure are what an inspection checks first. Memphis has a humid subtropical climate, and mosquitoes activity here tends to pick up late spring through early fall; year-round in the deep south. In denser parts of Memphis, storm drains, catch basins and gutters are big breeding spots. Summer highs around 91°F in Memphis speed up the life cycle, and average humidity near 70% keeps adults active. Memphis gets about 54 inches of rain a year, so containers and low spots refill constantly through the season.
Local research
Mosquitoes in Memphis, TN: what the public record shows
Before you compare quotes, it helps to know which mosquitoes actually live in Tennessee, when they are busiest around Memphis, and what the state figures look like. Everything below links to the agency or university page it came from.
West Nile neuroinvasive disease cases, 2024
Neuroinvasive counts are the most reliable state comparison because nearly all severe cases are diagnosed and reported.
CDCOther arboviral disease, 2024
Other mosquito-borne (or, for Powassan, tick-borne) viruses that appear in this state's 2024 surveillance.
CDCWhen mosquitoes are busiest around Memphis
CDC: West Nile transmission June through October, peaking late August to early September. Illinois found its first positive mosquito batch of 2025 on May 9, so larval control should start in May.
For context, nationally
- 1,808 — West Nile virus disease cases reported, 2024. CDC
- 1,347 (75% of cases); 173 deaths — West Nile neuroinvasive disease cases, 2024. CDC
Sources: CDC. Figures are quoted as the source prints them. How we check our sources
Simple ways to keep mosquitoes away
- Replace corrugated downspout extensions with smooth pipe.
- Clean gutters each spring and fall.
- Flush tree holes or fill them with sand.
- Dump and scrub birdbaths every week.
- Trim shrubs and ivy to reduce resting cover.
- Check AC drip lines and sump pits.
Jot down where you found standing water and when you get bitten. It gives a pro a head start.Did you know?
Only females bite; males sip nectar
Over 3,500 mosquito species exist worldwide
Questions people ask
Why are there so many mosquitoes in my yard specifically?
Usually there's water nearby, like a clogged gutter or tarp. Shady, damp plants give them a place to rest.
What are In2Care stations and do they work?
They work best against container breeders like tiger mosquitoes. Mosquitoes visit, then carry larvicide to other water. They're small water traps.
What should I do before the pro arrives?
Tell them where you get bitten most. Move toys and pet bowls. Dump standing water.
Do I need a seasonal plan or is one treatment enough?
Steady relief takes repeat visits. Barrier sprays fade in three to four weeks. One treatment helps for an event or a few weeks.
Is mosquito spraying safe for pets, kids, and bees?
Ask them to avoid flowers. Keep kids and pets inside until it dries. Applied by the label, it's considered low risk once dry.
Do mosquitoes really change how people use their yards?
In Memphis, mosquito control works by removing standing water, treating the water that cannot be drained, and applying barrier treatments where adults rest. In Memphis, because they keep breeding through the season, an ongoing plan usually works best.
When is mosquito season in Memphis?
It runs from about April through October. Daytime biters are tiger mosquitoes; evening biters are usually house mosquitoes.
Do mosquitoes in Memphis carry West Nile?
Repellent and dumping standing water are your best protection. Cases usually peak in late summer. West Nile is found in every lower-48 state, Tennessee included. They can.
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The facts in this article come from the public sources listed above. Every home is different, so ask the company you talk to about pricing and what’s included. Published by Mosquito Exterminator · Updated September 11, 2026 · How we write these guides