Mosquito Control

To help control the mosquito population in Naperville, City crews inspect for and remove standing water and treat ponds, marsh areas and catch basins with larvicide. City crews also monitor the mosquito population weekly through 11 mosquito traps set Citywide to evaluate the effectiveness of larval control, provide early warnings for when adult populations are rising, and also test for West Nile Virus. When necessary, the City utilizes spraying to control the adult mosquito population. In these instances, the City uses the safest chemicals available in very low volumes and sprays only as needed.

Fight the Bite!

Help protect yourself and others from mosquito bites by reducing potential breeding sites around your home. (City code defines the collection of untreated water where mosquitoes breed or are likely to breed as a nuisance and a danger to public health.)

• Install or repair window and door screens so that mosquitoes cannot get indoors.
• Eliminate standing water around your home, such as ruts and puddles
• Remove old tires, tin cans and buckets, and change the water in birdbaths at least once a week
• Keep gutters clear of debris
• Keep grass cut short and shrubbery well trimmed around your home.