By: J.N Villarreal
How to Control a Mosquito Infestation around Your Home
Prevent
them from breeding
Mosquitos can be a detrimental pest, particularly when
seated within your backyard savoring a moment of relaxation. Your ears catches the sound of a buzz as it
gets closer, until it lands on your face, and before you realize it...wham! You
have just landed a slap square on your face while looking at the gruesome scene
square centered in your hands. Ouch! Moreover, while looking up, a swarm of
black dots flies overhead and you realize you have a very serious problem as
you begin to worry about the health of your family. Here are a few steps to
take to deal with these annoying little vampires.
Fill in any hollow Areas
When you have used woods within your garden, fill in the woods decomposing openings as well as holes in which harness water.
Mosquito Repellant
Many comes with a very good aroma, others without having stench whatsoever. You can buy these at the regional stores or even supermarkets at an affordable price. There are some high tech ones such as Thermacell, which is excellent to keep them away in as much as 15 yards.
A number of organic repellants include:
A number of organic repellants include:
- a) Citronella Oil
- b) Lemon Eucalyptus Oil
- c) Cinnamon Oil
- d) Castor Oil
Clean your gutters!
Clogged gutters, when unnoticed can breed over a hundred or so mosquitoes by itself. They can build up mineral water and provide the right place for breeding.
Clean Swimming Pools
It is a great idea to cover up swimming pools with the use
of thermal blankets. This will prevent mosquitoes from breeding. In addition,
if there are any rain water stored over the blankets, turn them over to rid of unnecessary
stored water.
Avoiding Mosquito attraction
a)
Dark Clothing
b)
Carbon Dioxide
c)
Lactic Acid
d)
Floral or Fruity Fragrances
e)
Skin Temperature
f) Moisture
Stop Leaks
Dripping taps or pipe joints usually leads to a pool somewhere and provide yet another matingground for the mosquitoes. Most of these needs to get fixed as soon as possible or the issue will not be resolved.
Fill in the Low Hollowed Areas on your Property
Patio holes can form pools that occasionally remain for several weeks at a stretch. It is advisable to fill these up and avoid standing water.
Seal up your Home
Doors and
window screens needs to be closed to prevent mosquitos from invading your house. In addition, make
sure to screen up the property since the mosquitoes do can fit through any small holes and invite themselves in.
Call your local governmental office
During rainy seasons, outbreaks are very common
and it may turn out to be beyond your control. In this case, call governmental offices and complain about the problem. Talk to your neighbors, family and friends do the same the achieve a quick response.
Wrapup
Mosquitos are indeed a health nuisance that needs to be taken seriously, since they are carriers of many diseases such as Dengue and Malaria. Preventing these insects from spawning will protect your family and your home. Do your part and take the necessary precautions mentioned here. The last thing you want is to be
dinner for these pests, and you just happen to be at the top of the main menu!
Tip
"Turn over any unused pots or hollowed areas that has the potential of harnessing water."
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