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5 Things to Help Prevent Mosquitoes Around Your Yard

Although mosquito season is currently coming to an end, there are 5 steps you can take now to help prevent mosquitoes from plaguing you in the future. There are certain conditions that attract mosquitoes, and while you may not be able to eliminate them completely, it can certainly help to reduce the number of mosquitoes in your yard.


1. Address Drainage Issues in Your Yard


This is the biggest project that you may take on to prevent mosquitoes. If you have a corner of your yard that stays damp or collects pooling water when it rains. This may mean that you need to grade the area so that the water has a chance to drain. You may need to have a professional determine if you should install a drainage system in your yard. It may be that you need to trim back the foliage or clear out the underbrush so that the area receives more direct sunlight to allow it to dry more quickly.


2. Fix Your Water Features


If you have water features in your yard, you may be creating a natural breeding ground for mosquitoes. If you have a fountain or waterfall feature, it is important to make sure it is working since the moving water can help to prevent mosquitoes. When it gets cold enough to freeze, you will need to take care of the pumps so they do not break over the winter.


3. Change Your Bird Baths


One option is to add a water fountain to any of your bird baths so that the water is moving, which can prevent mosquitoes from laying eggs there. Another option is remove the bird bath completely. This may be a good option if you do not often see birds in it. However, if you do want to keep your bird bath, it is important that you change out the water in the bird bath every other day.


4. Choose Your Plants


When you are planning your garden, there are specific plants you can choose that are natural mosquito repellents. You can choose to plant these in the borders of your yard or around your patio to create a natural barrier for mosquitoes. Some plants that you can consider are marigolds, geraniums, catnip, lavender, lemon balm and peppermint. Take the time to incorporate these in your planning. You may find that you like the look of one type of plant better than the other and change your landscaping each year.


5. Treat Your Yard Professionally


If you really want to eliminate mosquitoes in your yard, you should consider hiring a mosquito exterminator to spray for mosquitoes for you. There are treatment plans that can safely eliminate the annoyance of mosquitoes while being completely safe for you and your family. The professionals at Mosquito Tek will exterminate mosquitoes from your yard and allow you to enjoy doing the things you enjoy the most. The plans will eliminate adult mosquitoes while creating a barrier to stop new ones from coming into your yard. The plan will also address areas where mosquitoes may breed.


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