SCA’s Mosquito Abatement Program

 

For many years, the SCA has operated the only proactive mosquito abatement program in Sharpstown.  Neither the City of Houston nor Harris County routinely treat our neighborhood for mosquitoes; Harris County only sprays areas where a disease-carrying mosquito has been identified.

The SCA contracts with Cypress Creek Pest Control link for weekly mosquito spraying from April through October.  Every home in Sharpstown is covered on the same night with GPS verification of service. The day of the week may vary due to weather conditions; the product can’t be applied during rain or high wind conditions.

Cypress Creek Pest Control is licensed by the State of Texas to perform this service, and uses Kontrol 30-30, an EPA registered product for the control of adult mosquitoes in residential areas. Detailed information on Kontrol 30-30 is available here: link. The product is applied using a ULV (Ultra Low Volume) fog generator

Spraying occurs at night when mosquitoes are most active, and desirable pollinators such as bees and butterflies are not actively foraging.

The cost of the mosquito abatement program has risen over time and must be weighed against the SCA’s overall budget.  We would appreciate feedback from our residents on their interest in continuing the program, so let us hear from you via our website:  Contact Us

Sharpstown residents can amplify the benefits of the mosquito abatement program by reducing or eliminating potential breeding sites such as low-lying wet areas in the yard, water-filled plant saucers, remove junk or debris that can store water, keep swimming pools clean and cut back any unnecessary vegetation around the home.  Make sure rain barrels are screened, and bird baths are rinsed and refilled frequently.