Summer 2025 Mosquito Alert: Why Rowlett & Richardson Homeowners Should Act Now
With mosquito season ramping up across North Texas, we have noticed residents of Rowlett, TX and Richardson, TX are noticing more bites than usual, and for good reason. Over the past few weeks, mosquito surveillance programs in both cities identified positive West Nile virus samples, prompting county‑wide adulticide spraying and public warnings to exercise caution (Dallas News, KERA News).
🚨 What’s Going On
- On May 29, 2025, Dallas County officials confirmed West Nile–positive mosquito pools in Rowlett and Richardson—part of a growing pattern that began with Irving earlier that week.
- The City of Rowlett released notifications to Zones 2 & 7, stating that “mosquitoes testing positive for West Nile virus have been discovered in Rowlett” and confirmed that ground spraying is underway (City of Rowlett Facebook).
- Richardson’s Health Department has also scheduled spraying in key areas following positive trap results (City of Richardson News).
So far, no human cases have been reported—but this viral activity puts communities in a high-alert phase.
Why This Matters for Your Family’s Health
West Nile virus spreads through mosquito bites and can cause fevers, headaches, body aches, and more serious neurological symptoms in rare cases. These infected mosquito pools highlight how rapidly the virus can spread in warm seasons, especially when standing-water habitats flourish.
Dallas County reminds residents to follow the proven 4 D’s of protection:
- DEET/repellent
- DRESS in light, loose clothing
- DRAIN any stagnant water
- DUSK & DAWN—limit outdoor activity
While city spraying helps curb adult mosquito numbers, mosquito eggs and larvae settled in backyard sources continue to pose a risk—especially without proactive private interventions.
🦟 How Our Mosquito Control Program Stands Out
At Preferred Pest Management, we go beyond spot treatment. Our mosquito program is a multi‑layered defense system designed to give you peak, lasting protection:
- Custom Property Assessment – We inspect your home, yard, and surroundings to identify hidden breeding grounds.
- Targeted Larvicide Applications – Using EPA‑approved options, we treat ponds, gutters, drains—anywhere water accumulates.
- Barrier Spraying – Our residual treatments form a protective shield around your property, reducing adult mosquito numbers for up to 4 weeks.
- Ongoing Monitoring & Adjustments – We revisit to re‑treat as mosquito activity and weather conditions require.
Our goal? To break the mosquito life cycle and dramatically reduce the risk of virus transmission at your home—which citywide spraying alone can’t accomplish.
Introducing the In2Care® Mosquito Station: A Smart Addition to Our Treatment Plan
To maximize protection during this West Nile virus spike in Rowlett and Richardson, we’ve enhanced our mosquito control with the In2Care® Mosquito Station—a cutting-edge, eco-friendly system that complements our traditional barrier treatments:
- Attracts and contaminates egg-laying mosquitoes: The station uses water, shade, and an organic lure to mimic breeding sites. Female mosquitoes land on a gauze floater treated with a fungal adulticide and larvicide, becoming “biological carriers.”
- Mosquitoes spread treatment themselves: After contact, these mosquitoes fly off and transfer tiny doses of larvicide into other water sources around your yard, preventing larvae from maturing, even in hidden or hard-to-reach spots.
- Dual-action life-cycle interruption: It kills adult mosquitoes after a few days and stops larvae from pupating in and around the station—breaking the breeding cycle at both stages.
- Environmentally safe: The fungal agent and larvicide target only mosquitoes, pose no risk to children, pets, or pollinators, and are approved by WHO for safe use, even in drinking water.
- Low-maintenance and long-lasting: We utilize one station per ~4,300 ft², refilling it every 4 weeks. The durable design lasts years, adding persistent area protection at minimal hassle.
Why add In2Care to your treatment blend?
Because when West Nile virus is active—as it is now in Rowlett and Richardson—layered protection matters. While our barrier sprays target adult mosquitoes on contact, the In2Care Station prevents the next generation from emerging, extending control into hidden breeding zones that sprays can’t reach.
By combining barrier treatments + In2Care autodissemination Stations, your property gets unmatched, multi-phase defense—maximizing reduction of mosquito populations and reducing virus transmission risk.
Local Coverage You Can Trust
- For Rowlett, TX, learn more about how we support homeowners during this spike: Pest Control Rowlett, TX
- Struggling with mosquito swarms? Our comprehensive Mosquito Control solutions are built to deliver reliable results.
- And if you’re in Richardson, TX, discover tailored pest defense strategies here: Richardson, TX Pest Control
Community Alerts, City Spraying & What You Can Do
Rowlett has already initiated ground spraying in affected zones and encourages ongoing notifications through Connect Rowlett (Rowlett Mosquito Program).
Richardson technicians are spraying based on West Nile detections in mosquito traps (City of Richardson).
While these efforts are vital, they can’t stop mosquitoes at your doorstep. That’s where our personalized approach shines.
Take Control Now: 5 Smart Steps
- Book your professional inspection and tailored mosquito control plan.
- Eliminate standing water in planters, toys, birdbaths, tires, and rain barrels.
- Maintain treated areas—keep gutters clear and landscaping trimmed.
- Use EPA-approved repellents and wear appropriate clothing in peak mosquito hours.
- Stay alert by signing up for Rowlett and Richardson mosquito alerts.
Help Us Keep North Texas Safer
With West Nile virus appearing in local mosquito pools across Rowlett and Richardson, acting now is key. For lasting peace of mind, contact us today and experience why our mosquito program delivers peak protection when it matters most.
