With warmer weather and the rainy season come unwanted pests, mosquitoes.
These are excellent tips for controlling mosquitoes around your home! Here’s a summary:
- Remove standing water: Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water, so eliminate sources like flowerpots, bird baths, and gutters that may collect water.
- Use repellents: Apply DEET or picaridin-based repellents on exposed skin. Natural options like citronella, eucalyptus, or neem oil can also be effective.
- Use plants: Certain plants like catnip, feverfew, rosemary, and lemon thyme repel mosquitoes. Plant them around high-traffic areas in your yard.
- Use traps: Mosquito traps release attractants to lure and kill mosquitoes. They can be placed strategically around your yard.
- Use screens: Install and maintain screens on windows, doors, vents, and chimneys to prevent mosquitoes from entering your home.
- Use sprays: Apply insect surface sprays indoors and outdoors to kill mosquitoes. Indoor foggers can also be effective but should be used according to instructions.
Implementing these measures can significantly reduce mosquito populations around your home, making your outdoor and indoor spaces more comfortable during mosquito season.
For additional information and measures for mosquito control and prevention, you may visit:
Mosquito Control at Home | Mosquitoes | CDC
Preventing Mosquito Bites | Mosquitoes | CDC
Tips to Prevent Mosquito Bites | US EPA
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