The heat is not the worst part about summer, it’s the mosquitos. If you find your outdoor living spaces overrun with mosquitoes, you can do some simple things to help. Here are three tips from experts at Fraleigh to help you enjoy your outdoor living spaces this summer.
First, you want to look for stagnant water sources and reduce opportunities for water to collect.
Mosquitos can take hold in surprisingly small amounts of standing water. Did you know mosquito larvae can live and mature in an overturned bottle cap that has collected water? Though this is unlikely to be the source of your problem, you should look for other items around your home and in your yard that retain water. Look out for:
There are many unexpected breeding areas for mosquitoes around your yard once you know what to look for. Regularly empty water from receptacles around your home to prevent mosquitos from taking hold.
The second thing you can do to make your property less appealing to mosquitos is to stay on top of your lawn and landscaping.
Check out the areas in the yard that are shaded and protected from the wind. These areas tend to hold moisture in the soil which is great for mosquito breeding.
During the day, mosquitos hide from the harsh heat in thick shrubbery areas that are well shaded. Try trimming back the shrubs and overhead tree limbs to allow a little more sunlight and a breeze to whisk away some of that moisture. If these areas are too sodden with water it may be necessary to add some drainage. If you prefer to leave this kind of job to the experts? Our lawn and shrub care specialists are only a phone call away!
Our third tip for treating mosquitos is to look into chemical remedies. There are many options available for homeowners to purchase, but if you feel uncomfortable applying them, please contact the professionals at Fraleigh to ensure it is done safely and correctly.
Stop swatting mosquitos and start enjoying your outdoor spaces with help from Fraleigh! Contact us today.