No one enjoys a swarm of frantic, hungry mosquitoes invading their Memphis or North Mississippi yard, biting arms and ankles, buzzing past your ears, and forcing you inside before the barbecue or garden party begins.
If asked whether you prefer mosquitoes to linger all day or be removed immediately, most people would choose to evict them right away!
However, as you research the topic, you’ll discover there are many different methods to combat mosquitoes, which can seem quite confusing. Do you create a fog of insecticide in your yard? Use mosquito-killing mist? Set up a barrier with mosquito-targeting spray? Or all of these?
What's the best approach?
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.
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 at 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 frequently, these weak fliers will naturally stop to take breaks on shrubs, trees, or under your deck. This spray can coat a mosquito and eliminate it after it comes into 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.
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, whereas misting is only effective for a couple of hours and only near the point of application.
While misting can kill adults, mosquito barrier spray can also kill mosquito eggs and larvae.
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, whereas barrier spray can target these mosquito stages, in addition to the adults.
Fogging also targets mosquitoes in the air, while barrier spray can reach mosquitoes in those shady, dark areas where they tend to land frequently.
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. Ensure your gutters drain properly and remain clear of debris. Refresh the water in your outdoor pet bowls and bird baths every other day.
Try not to let water sit in flower pots, trash can lids, toys, and other items for multiple days. Additionally, use fountains or bubblers to help keep water circulating in ponds, lakes, or other water features.
Also, make sure air flows well on your property. This means trimming your lawn, trees, and shrubs on a regular basis.
When you hire a reputable pest control company in Tupelo, Oxford & New Albany, MS, their technicians will inspect your property during each visit and provide feedback on issues that attract mosquitoes, such as blocked rain gutters.
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, allowing you to enjoy your backyard again and do what you love – grilling, swinging on your swing set, or playing fetch with your 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 North Mississippi lawn.