Fogging, Misting, Barrier Spray: Understanding Mosquito Control Practices

No one likes a mass of manic, hungry mosquitoes swarming their Memphis or North Mississippi yard, biting arms and ankles, whirring past your ears, and driving you inside before the barbecue or garden party has even started.

In fact, if asked if you’d prefer whether mosquitoes can hang out all day or whether you’d have them kicked out immediately, most of you would choose that they be evicted STAT!

But, when you begin your research on the topic, you’ll find that there are lots of different ways to go after mosquitoes, making the whole process sound a bit confusing.

Do you fill your yard with a fog of insecticide? Attack the pests with mosquito-killing mist? Place a barrier around your yard with mosquito-targeting spray? All of the above? Which is the best way to go?

Well, if you can stop swatting mosquitoes away for a moment, let’s review the different mosquito control techniques, so you can choose the best option for your home.

Mosquito Barrier Spray Vs. Fogging Vs. Misting

Let’s start with mosquito misting. These systems release a fine mist of insecticide into the air at certain intervals, targeting mosquitoes as they fly by. Sometimes these systems use a timer, and other times they involve a remote control. The nozzles are placed around your home’s perimeter.

Mosquito fogging, on the other hand, involves technicians using backpack fogging machines to release a fog of insecticide into your landscape. These usually are short-term treatments for keeping mosquitoes away from backyard events or weekend get-togethers.

Mosquito barrier spray targets mosquitoes that land and rest on treated plants and hard surfaces of your property.

Since mosquitoes tend to rest a lot, these weak fliers will more naturally stop to take breaks on shrubs, trees or under your deck, and this spray can coat a mosquito and eliminate it after it comes in contact with the product.

As a professional mosquito control treatment, mosquito barrier spray is applied to your yard’s perimeter, targeting shady areas, wet spots, under tree canopies, near wood piles and under plant leaves and decks. These are places where mosquitoes tend to hang out most.

Mosquito Barrier Spray Vs. Misting

Wind can impact how a product is sprayed in your yard.

Mosquito mist, for instance, can be carried by the wind and drift outside of your yard, while mosquito barrier spray stays in place once it dries on plant leaves or other spots.

When it comes to mosquito barrier spray vs. misting, barrier spray also lasts for roughly three to four weeks, while misting is only effective for a couple hours and only near the mist.

While misting can kill adults, mosquito barrier spray can also kill mosquito eggs and larvae.

Mosquito Barrier Spray Vs. Fogging

When it comes to mosquito barrier spray vs. fogging, barrier spray tends to be a longer term product – lasting three to four weeks – while fogging lasts roughly 72 hours.

Fogging also doesn’t kill larvae or eggs, while barrier spray can take on these mosquito stages, in addition to the adults.

Fogging also only targets mosquitoes in the air, while barrier spray can get mosquitos in those shady, dark areas where they tend to land often.

Remember To Practice Other Mosquito Prevention Basics

In addition to professional mosquito control services, you also want to make sure you aren’t doing things to attract more mosquitoes to your yard.

Start by eliminating excess standing water. Make sure your gutters drain properly and are kept clear of debris. Refresh the water in your outdoor pet bowls and bird baths every couple of days.

Try not to let water sit in flower pots, trash can lids, toys, etc. for multiple days. Also, use fountains or bubblers to help keep water moving in ponds, lakes, or water features.

Also, make sure air flows well on your property. This means trimming your lawn, trees, and shrubs regularly.

When you hire a reputable pest control company in Memphis, TN and North Mississippi, their technicians will inspect your property during each visit and provide feedback on things that are holding water and drawing mosquitoes in like blocked rain gutters.

Looking For Trusted Mosquito Solutions in Memphis and North Mississippi? Trust Lawn & Pest Solutions

Ready to get started banishing mosquitoes from your outdoor space?

Professional mosquito control starts by calling Lawn & Pest Solutions. Our proven mosquito control solutions can give you a break from these pesky pests and let you enjoy your backyard again doing what you love to do – grilling, swinging on your swingset, or playing fetch with the dog.

Take back your yard from mosquitoes and eliminate the stress of their itchy bites for good so you can enjoy your summer patio parties again. Get started today with a free quote. Together, we’ll prepare a customized plan to help you keep mosquitoes away from your Memphis, TN and North Mississippi lawn.