Summary
LONESTAR Pest Solutions was contacted by a commercial property manager to address persistent mosquito and gnat activity inside an occupied office building. The objective was to identify the source of the infestation, eliminate indoor pest pressure across two buildings, and implement a long-term solution to prevent recurrence.
The Challenge
The property manager reported ongoing mosquito and gnat activity inside multiple office suites, resulting in repeated tenant complaints. A previous pest control provider had been servicing the property, but the client felt concerns were being overlooked and the issue remained unresolved.
Key challenges included:
- Indoor mosquito control issues and gnat presence affecting operations and tenant comfort
- Escalating tenant frustration and pressure on property management
- Activity reported on multiple floors, including first-floor office spaces
- A hidden breeding source that had not previously been identified
Inspection & Findings
LONESTAR Pest Solutions conducted a comprehensive walkthrough with the on-site maintenance team, inspecting both buildings on the property.
Inspection methods included:
- Full interior and exterior walkthrough
- Basement inspection of mechanical areas
- Visual inspection of moisture-prone zones
- Identification of breeding activity and environmental conditions
Key findings:
- One of the buildings contained a basement with sump pump systems
- Small wells and standing water were present near sump pump piping
- Mosquito larvae and gnat activity were identified in these water sources
- These underground areas were acting as active breeding sites, allowing adult mosquitoes to migrate upward into occupied office spaces
Treatment Plan & Execution
A customized multi-step indoor mosquito control and indoor gnat control strategy treatment plan was developed and executed over a 90-day period.
Treatment actions included:
- Placement of electric mosquito trapping devices to reduce the existing adult mosquito population
- One trap was strategically installed inside a tenant’s first-floor office to provide immediate relief
- Additional traps were placed in basement and common areas
- Installation of Nuvan strips in basement sump pump areas to repel mosquitoes and gnats at the source
- Bi-weekly monitoring and follow-up services to assess activity and adjust placement as needed
- Ongoing communication with maintenance staff to track activity levels and progress
Coordination & communication:
- Regular check-ins with the property manager and maintenance team
- Activity updates provided between visits
- Adjustments made based on observed results and feedback
Results
The treatment plan delivered steady, measurable improvement over time.
Outcomes:
- Noticeable reduction in mosquito and gnat activity within the first few weeks
- Continued decline reported by tenants and maintenance staff
- Complete elimination of indoor mosquito and larval activity in approximately two months
- Follow-up inspections confirmed no further breeding or adult activity
Prevention & Maintenance
Following resolution, LONESTAR Pest Solutions worked with the client to implement a long-term indoor mosquito control and prevention strategy.
Ongoing services now include:
- Annual service agreement covering quarterly general pest control
- Rodent exclusion services
- Seasonal mosquito fogging during hot and rainy months
- Year-round exterior mosquito trap program, addressing the property’s heavy vegetation
- Continued monitoring of basement sump pump areas to prevent future breeding
The property transitioned from an as-needed service client to a comprehensive, annual partnership.
Client feedback:
The property manager expressed strong satisfaction with both the results and the level of communication provided. After months of unresolved pressure, the issue was fully resolved under LONESTAR’s care.
Key Takeaways
- Thorough walk-through led to rapid identification of a hidden indoor mosquito and gnat breeding source
- Customized indoor mosquito control solution addressing both adult insects and larval activity
- Clear communication and collaboration with property management
- Zero recurrence following treatment
- Long-term service agreement established due to client confidence and satisfaction
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