Mosquito Control · Bergen, Passaic & Essex

Mosquito Control Near You in North Jersey

Can't sit on the deck without getting eaten alive? Silver Bullet Pest Control treats yards across Bergen, Passaic and Essex counties so you can use them again — barrier treatments every 21 days through the season, starting at $95 per treatment + tax, plus one-time sprays before parties and events.

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How do I get rid of mosquitoes in my yard?

The fastest way to get rid of mosquitoes in a North Jersey yard is to combine a professional barrier treatment on the shrubs and shady spots where adult mosquitoes rest with removing the standing water where they breed. Sprays and candles you buy at the store only work while they're burning or wet; a barrier treatment keeps working between visits, and dumping water stops the next batch from hatching. Silver Bullet Pest Control treats yards every 21 days through the season, starting at $95 per treatment + tax, and if mosquitoes come back within 21 days we retreat at no extra cost. Call or text 973-510-2585.

Why NJ yards are so bad Which mosquito is biting you How the treatment works Prices & schedule Mosquito season Standing water checklist DIY vs. professional FAQ

Why North Jersey yards get so many mosquitoes

Bergen, Passaic and Essex counties have everything mosquitoes want: humid summers, rivers and wetlands like the Passaic and Hackensack, and thousands of small, close-together yards full of places for water to sit. In older towns like Garfield, Clifton, Lodi and Passaic, houses sit close together, so one neighbor's forgotten kiddie pool or clogged gutter can feed mosquitoes for the whole block.

The bigger change in the last couple of decades is the Asian tiger mosquito. It's an invasive species that's now common across New Jersey, and it doesn't need a swamp. It lays eggs in containers — a flowerpot saucer, a tarp fold, a toy truck, a bottle cap — and it bites during the day, not just at dusk. That's why so many people say mosquitoes ruin their afternoons now, not only their evenings.

Your county runs mosquito control for public land, marshes and storm basins. That helps, but it doesn't treat your backyard. Most of the mosquitoes biting you were born within a short flight of where you're standing, which is good news: treating your own yard and cleaning up water around it makes a real difference.

Which mosquito is biting you?

Two mosquitoes cause most of the complaints we hear in North Jersey. They act differently, so it helps to know which one you're dealing with:

	Asian tiger mosquito	Common house mosquito
Looks like	Black with bright white stripes on the legs and a white line down the back	Plain light brown or tan, no bold markings
When it bites	Daytime, especially mornings and late afternoon in the shade	Dusk and night — the one buzzing in your ear in bed
Where it breeds	Tiny amounts of water in containers: buckets, saucers, toys, tires, gutters	Stagnant, dirty water: storm drains, catch basins, neglected pools, ditches
How it bites	Aggressive, low to the ground, goes for ankles and legs, keeps coming back	Bites more quietly, often indoors at night
Health note	Can carry several viruses in other parts of the world; considered a nuisance and health concern here	The main carrier of West Nile virus in New Jersey

Both species rest in shade during the hottest part of the day — under leaves, in dense shrubs, under decks and along fences. Those resting spots are exactly where a barrier treatment goes.

How our mosquito yard treatment works

Walk the property

We look for breeding sites — containers, clogged gutters, low spots, drains — and the shady areas where adult mosquitoes hide. We point out anything you can dump or fix.

Treat the resting areas

We apply a barrier treatment to the undersides of leaves, shrubs, hedges, ground cover, fence lines and under decks and porches — the cool, damp places mosquitoes spend the day.

Treat breeding spots

Where water can't be dumped, like a drain or a low corner that floods, we treat it so larvae don't grow into biting adults.

Come back every 21 days

The treatment wears down with rain, sun and plant growth. Repeating it every 21 days keeps the yard covered all season. If mosquitoes return in between, call us and we retreat at no extra cost.

We avoid spraying flowers that bees and butterflies are working, and we'll tell you when it's dry enough for kids and pets to go back out. If you want a botanical option, ask about our organic mosquito, tick and flea service.

Mosquito control prices and schedule

No mystery pricing. These are our standard mosquito services:

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Yard treatment — from $95

Mosquito barrier treatments start at $95 per treatment + tax. The final price depends on the size of the yard and how much shrubbery and shade there is to treat.

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Every 21 days

We schedule treatments every 21 days through mosquito season so protection doesn't lapse between visits. You don't have to remember to call.

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Special Event Spray — $195

Hosting a graduation party, barbecue, wedding or backyard event? A Special Event Spray is $195 per treatment + tax, timed shortly before your date.

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Free retreat within 21 days

If mosquitoes come back within 21 days of a service, contact us and we retreat your property at no extra cost.

Businesses, restaurants with outdoor seating, apartment complexes and venues can also set up regular mosquito service — see commercial pest control. Call 973-510-2585 for a quote on your property.

When is mosquito season in New Jersey?

Mosquito season in North Jersey runs roughly from spring through early fall. Here's how it usually goes:

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Spring

Eggs laid last year start hatching as the weather warms and spring rains fill containers. Late spring is the best time to start treatments — before populations build.

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Early summer

Numbers climb fast. In hot weather a mosquito can go from egg to biting adult in about a week, so one forgotten bucket can produce a lot of them.

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Mid to late summer

Peak season. Asian tiger mosquitoes are at their worst, and late summer is when West Nile virus activity is usually highest in New Jersey.

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Early fall

Activity drops as nights get cool, and it ends with the first hard frosts. Tiger mosquito eggs can survive the winter in dry containers, so empty and store them before spring.

Standing water checklist for your yard

Spraying handles the adults. Getting rid of water stops the next generation. Walk your yard after it rains and check these spots — then do it again about once a week:

Flowerpot saucers and planters. Empty them, or fill saucers with sand.
Buckets, watering cans, wheelbarrows and recycling bins. Turn them upside down or store them under cover.
Kids' toys, sandbox covers and kiddie pools. Dump them after use and after storms.
Tarps and grill covers. The folds hold water for days. Pull them tight or slope them.
Gutters and downspout extensions. Clogged gutters are one of the most common hidden breeding sites we find.
Bird baths and pet water bowls. Change the water every few days.
Old tires, hollow fence posts and tree holes. Fill, drill or drain them.
Pools and hot tub covers. Keep pools circulating and chlorinated; drain water sitting on covers.
Low spots in the lawn and AC drip lines. Fix drainage where water sits for more than a few days.

A tiger mosquito can breed in a bottle cap of water. If you're still getting bitten after cleaning up, the source may be in a neighbor's yard — that's when a barrier treatment on your side of the fence really helps.

More tips: how to keep mosquitoes away from your yard and home.

DIY mosquito products vs. a professional treatment

Plenty of products promise a mosquito-free yard. Here's an honest look at what they do:

	What it does	Where it falls short
Citronella candles & torches	Mild repellent effect right next to the flame	Only covers a small area, only while burning, does nothing about breeding
Bug zappers	Kill flying insects attracted to light	Mostly kill moths and beetles; mosquitoes are drawn more to people than light
Store-bought hose-end sprays	Kill mosquitoes the spray touches	Easy to miss leaf undersides and deck areas; wears off fast; easy to over-apply
Personal repellent on skin	Protects you while it lasts — worth using	Doesn't reduce the number of mosquitoes in the yard
Professional barrier treatment	Targets resting and breeding areas across the whole yard, repeated every 21 days	Works best alongside standing-water cleanup; needs regular visits through the season

Personal repellent is still smart in the woods or at the park. At home, a treated yard plus a weekly water check is what lets you sit outside without slapping your legs.

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Get a Mosquito Control Quote

Tell us your address, roughly how big the yard is, and whether it's for the season or a single event — we'll get back to you quickly.

Why people call us about mosquitoes

Can't use the deck or patio in summer
Kids and dogs coming in covered in bites
Graduation party, wedding or barbecue coming up
Tiger mosquitoes biting in the middle of the day
Neighbor's yard is a breeding ground and they're coming over

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Mosquito Control FAQ

How much does mosquito control cost?

Our mosquito yard treatments start at $95 per treatment + tax, depending on the size of the property. A one-time Special Event Spray is $195 per treatment + tax.

How often should my yard be treated for mosquitoes?

Every 21 days during mosquito season. That keeps the barrier fresh as rain, sun and new leaf growth wear it down.

What if the mosquitoes come back after the treatment?

If you notice mosquitoes within 21 days of a service, call us and we'll retreat your property at no extra cost.

When is mosquito season in New Jersey?

Roughly from spring through early fall, with the worst biting in mid to late summer. It ends when nights turn cold and the first hard frosts arrive.

Can you spray before a party or wedding?

Yes. Our Special Event Spray is $195 per treatment + tax and is scheduled shortly before your event so the yard is at its best that day.

Why do mosquitoes bite me during the day?

That's usually the Asian tiger mosquito, an invasive species common in North Jersey. Unlike most mosquitoes, it bites in daylight, especially in shady spots.

Is the mosquito spray safe for my kids and dogs?

We apply treatments according to the label, keep them off play equipment and pet bowls, and tell you when it's dry enough to go back outside. For families who prefer botanical products, we also offer an organic option.

Will mosquito treatment hurt bees?

We target shady shrubs, leaf undersides and resting areas, and we avoid spraying flowering plants that bees are working.

How long does a mosquito treatment take?

For a typical North Jersey yard, usually well under an hour. You don't need to be home as long as we can get into the yard.

Do you offer mosquito control near me in Bergen County?

Yes. We're based in Garfield and treat yards across Bergen, Passaic and Essex counties. Silver Bullet Pest Control is licensed in New Jersey (License 90568B).

¿Ofrecen control de mosquitos en español?

Sí, hablamos español. Llame o mande un texto al 973-510-2585 para el tratamiento de su patio o para una fiesta.