It should go without saying that 2020 was a historically bad year for travel. It’s not all bad news, though. Customers who once would have spent hundreds or thousands of dollars on fancy European or Caribbean vacations have instead decided to remain stateside to avoid additional risk or hassle, staying in Airbnb or other short term rentals. Property owners and managers can start planning now to win more bookings and earn more per-night revenue for their 2021 season by enlisting some of these tips to upgrade short term rentals.

Stock the Pantry

Some short term rental properties are almost a form of residential camping. You show up expecting the conveniences of home only to realize that your dinner is missing salt and you have no way to strain your pasta. Make your guests feel right at home by stocking the shelves of your rental. Providing utensils, cleaning materials, and basic spices are an easy way to make a big impact. Want to really make an impression? Treat your guests to a local specialty good they likely can’t find at home. Something like locally roasted coffee beans from Cultivate Coffee & Taphouse or a sampler pack from one of the many local breweries in southeastern Michigan would be a great way for a guest to start or end their day. 

Create an Experience, Not Just Space

Summer is the busiest time for tourism in southeastern lower Michigan, but the pandemic has led more guests to seek out a less social experience. Help your guests create memories while staying socially distant by creating welcoming outdoor areas. You can easily create a romantic or moody feel by adding string lights or other atmospheric lighting. Stock the property with fun outdoor activities like cornhole or spikeball, or even something like croquet if you have space. Spaces should include well-built furniture (plastic chairs are a lakehouse staple and acceptable as proper furniture for some properties, even those commanding a high price tag), but make sure your guests won’t injure themselves on rickety or broken pieces. Let guests make the most of the space by adding a gas or wood fire pit. Another way to help ensure your guests have a good time is to have your property sprayed with mosquito treatment so guests are guaranteed to have a mosquito, flea, and tick-free yard for bonfires, s’mores, and all the magic a warm Michigan night can offer.

Hope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst (Weather)

While most of our fondest summer-in-Michigan memories come from the long summer days spent outside enjoying the sunshine and perfect weather, there have also been more than a few rained-in vacations. Providing indoor activities can help you not only surprise and delight otherwise waterlogged plans in the summer months, but it can also be used to market your property during the cold winter months. Offering wifi is a near necessity for urban and suburban rentals, but properties everywhere can also benefit from having board games, puzzles, art supplies, Legos, or other toys and games on hand.

Showcase Your Local Knowledge

While there are a lot of advantages to staying at a self-entry property versus a traditional bed and breakfast or hotel, guests often miss the experience and local knowledge that comes with a staffed property. This is especially true as Covid-19 has caused various shutdowns and new regulations. Share your local expertise with your guests by providing a list of local recommendations including things like where to get the best takeout, who has the best breakfast, and which local Mexican restaurant reigns supreme to give them ideas and options if their plans have changed.

Southeastern Michigan is a great place to live and work and visit. Based in Ypsilanti Township, Mosquito One has trained professionals who service the communities in Washtenaw, Wayne, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, and Oakland counties with mosquito treatment services for short and long term rentals, personal properties, commercial properties, municipalities, and more. Contact us or schedule mosquito treatment online for 2021 today!

Some people enjoy spending hours meticulously maintaining their yards and landscaping, but not everyone has the time. If you’re like a lot of homeowners in Southeastern Michigan, you want to enjoy your yard as much as possible without having to constantly work on your space. Spend more time enjoying your space without the hassle by trying these low maintenance landscaping tips.

Plan Your Space

The importance of proper planning cannot be overstressed. Having a low-maintenance yard starts with having perennial plants that thrive in the Michigan climate and will work well in the space. If you spend time researching and properly planning your landscaping, you won’t have to replant or do much maintenance in future years.

Things to Consider When Planting Perennial Landscaping

• Sun: How much? How long? Direct or partial? How does it vary by the time of year?
• Soil: Type? Drainage? Acidity?
• Space: Restrictions on height/width?
• Surroundings: Compatible plants? Physical structures?

Pinterest is filled with tons of helpful suggestions for specific situations that can help you select your particular plants and layouts and Michigan State University has an extensive list of native plants that flourish in the Southern Lower Peninsula. Make sure to include plants with various peak season times to ensure colorful blooms for the whole season. Mix perennial shrubs and flowers with herbs and other low-maintenance plants like grasses for a yard with little annual upkeep.

Set Yourself Up for Success

“Work smarter, not harder” is the name of the game when it comes to your landscaping. Using landscaping hacks and tricks like planting pots for easy to replace annual plants or using mulch to prevent weed growth can cut down on your overall maintenance requirements. You should also consider how much time you intend to spend on landscaping and upkeep and plan your accessories and hardscaping accordingly. If you’re not the type to change out the water in a birdbath or spend time pulling weeds, don’t choose items or layouts that will require it.

Protect from Pests

Pests like mosquitoes, fleas, and ticks are another concern for Michigan homeowners that can be easily taken care of. Water features, even those as small as bird baths or pet water bowls, can become a breeding ground for mosquitoes leading to annoying and potentially dangerous bites. For some homeowners, especially those near ponds or other areas prone to mosquitoes, taking a more proactive approach is necessary. Individual homeowners, homeowners associations, municipalities and other commercial property owners and managers will often enlist the help of mosquito control professionals to treat these mosquito dense areas and treatments work to also prevent ticks, fleas, and other pests.

MosquitoOne is a leader in mosquito treatment services in Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties in southern lower Michigan. Mosquito treatments can be purchased online through the MosquitoOne website found by clicking here.

Mosquitoes are a commonplace, if not annoying, part of life in Michigan, but don’t let these pesky insects fool you. In addition to ruining picnics and romantic dinners on the beach everywhere, mosquitoes in Michigan can carry some harmful and even deadly diseases. These are a few mosquito-borne diseases to watch out for in southeastern Michigan.

West Nile Virus

West Nile Virus (WNV) has been seen in Michigan since the summer of 2002. The virus has been especially prevalent in Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne counties in Southeastern Lower Michigan and Kent county in Western Lower Michigan. While WNV affects the central nervous system, many people who are bit by a mosquito carrying WNV will not experience symptoms. Others develop a less severe reaction known as West Nile fever, but in a small number of cases, WNV can lead to West Nile encephalitis, West Nile meningitis, and death. According to the Michigan Department of Community Health, the best way to protect yourself from West Nile Virus is to prevent and protect against mosquitoes in the first place.

St. Louis Encephalitis

St. Louis Encephalitis (SLE) is another mosquito-borne illness that does not cause symptoms for many who have been infected. Patients in about 1% of cases of SLE develop some generally flu-like symptoms with older adults reporting more severe symptoms. In an even smaller number of cases, more serious side effects including seizures and coma may occur. SLE has only occasionally been spotted in Michigan with the last case reported in 2010 and mosquito prevention continues to be the best way to reduce risk.

Eastern Equine Encephalitis

Michigan state officials have confirmed an outbreak of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) as of October 21, 2020, with 39 animals in 17 counties having been infected. A handful of human cases have also been recorded. As the name suggests, EEE mainly affects horses and a vaccine is available to protect animals, however a vaccine is not available for humans. EEE has an extremely high fatality rate in both humans and horses which is why the Michigan government completed a mandatory aerial mosquito intervention in ten Lower Michigan counties include Livingston and Oakland counties in fall 2020. 

Dengue

Dengue, the virus that causes Dengue Fever, is a disease often found in tropical climates which may make it a surprise find on the list of Michigan mosquito-borne illnesses. According to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Disease Mapper, there were 13 cases of Dengue in 2019. Cases of Dengue have been recorded in Wayne, Washtenaw, and other counties and have all been imported, but it is worth mentioning as in-state transmission is theoretically possible.

In general, the risk of contracting a mosquito-borne illness in Michigan is fairly low and can be greatly reduced with preventative measures. Homeowners should ensure all windows have secure, well-fitting screens and make sure to remove potential mosquito breeding grounds. It’s also important to use mosquito repellants and proper clothing when spending time in areas with higher mosquito activity.

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Mosquitoes are as common as hamburgers or bonfires at a Michigan backyard barbeque, but how much do you really know about mosquitoes? There are a lot of misconceptions and myths about mosquitoes. We’re separating the fact from fiction with some mosquito mythbusting.

Mosquitoes are an annoyance, but not a serious problem

False. According to scientists, mosquitoes kill more than 700,000 people globally each year making them the most dangerous animal on the planet by far. Mosquitoes here in Michigan do pose a small risk of West Nile Virus, EEE, and a handful of other diseases, but in warm, tropical climates mosquitoes pose a much bigger threat. Dengue, Chikungunya, and Malaria are all prevalent viruses in many areas and can cause severe illness and death.

Mosquitoes are only a problem for a few countries

False. While mosquitoes thrive and cause the most harm and destruction in warm, tropical climates, they inhabit nearly every country on Earth. Iceland is one of the very few places you can get away from the more than 3,000 species of mosquito that inhabit Earth. 

The mosquito diet consists mostly of blood

False. While it may seem like you’ve been made into a walking buffet when you encounter a swarm of mosquitoes, blood actually makes up a small part of the mosquito diet. Mosquitoes primarily eat nectar and other plant juices, but female mosquitoes rely on an enzyme found in blood for proper egg development.

All mosquitoes bite/drink blood

False. Only female mosquitoes bite. Female mosquitoes have a mouth structure designed specifically to pierce skin and females use the proteins and amino acids in blood in egg development.

Mosquitoes die after biting a person

False. Mosquitoes will continue to feast on blood until they are full. This means mosquitoes can bite several people or animals and easily spread infection to many new hosts.

Certain blood types attract more mosquitoes

True. Studies have found that mosquitoes are most strongly attracted to people with type O blood with type A being the next most preferred. Additionally, there are other factors that can attract mosquitoes to you like perspiration, hormones, or fragrances.

There’s only one kind of mosquito in Michigan

False. There are more than 60 different species of mosquito that have been found in Michigan. These are generally broken down into three groups: permanent water mosquitoes, floodwater mosquitoes, and artificial container/treehole mosquitoes.

Mosquitoes migrate south for the winter

False. While you’ve probably noticed there are no mosquitoes in Michigan in winter, you may not have thought about what happens to them. Mosquitoes are cold-blooded which allows some of them to survive by hibernating while others simply die when the weather gets too cold.

There’s not an efficient way to get prevent mosquitoes

False. Mosquito One offers spray treatments to both residential and business customers to aid in the eradication of pesky mosquitoes. Treatment sprays can be applied to yards, decks, patios, and other mosquito-prone areas and also help to eliminate mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, ants, spiders, and more.

Sign up today for 2021 treatment sprays and enjoy the peace of mind that comes from a mosquito free home, business, or municipal space. We proudly service customers in Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Wayne, and Washtenaw counties.

It’s hard to find a more beautiful place on earth than Michigan in the fall. Flowers and plants are still in bloom, trees turn incredible oranges, yellows, and reds, and lawns still have their green lushness held over from summer. Unfortunately, fall beauty doesn’t last long before the snow starts meaning a short window of opportunity for fall lawn maintenance. This is what you should know about fall cleanup and lawn maintenance in Michigan.

Pick up the leaves

You may have heard that it’s vital to remove all dead leaves from your yard, but according to an article posted by the University of Minnesota, homeowners may be able to get away with not raking. If you have only minimal to moderate leaf coverage in your yard, consider chopping leaves with a lawnmower. Leaves should be chopped as finely as possible. This will create a nutritious mulch that can help your lawn thrive over winter.

Additionally, if you have a lot of leaf-producing trees in your yard, it may be a good idea to invest in a leaf blower. This can speed up your leaf collection efforts while making the task less physically demanding and leafblowers are very handy for removing leaves from landscaping and gardens.

Protect lawn ornaments

Decorative elements should be winterized or put away to save them from snow or freeze damage. Make sure to thoroughly clean any birdbaths or feeders before storing so they are ready for use next season. Pay special attention to any items that could be impacted by snowdrifts from plows or shoveling. String lights should be taken in if they will not be used to protect the bulbs from ice and snow.

If you are looking to keep some outdoor décor, fall is the perfect time to plan a winter bird feeder. While many birds migrate for the winter, Michigan is home to a variety of bird species year-round. You can choose from a variety of options including loose seeds and shaped suet blocks and even pick certain varieties to attract specific types of birds.

Prepare for next year

Fall is the best time to fertilize your yard. Your yard is about to go dormant for several months under a nice, insulated blanket of snow so it’s a good idea to make sure it has all the nutrients it needs to come back refreshed. Now is also the time to plant your spring bulbs. Flowers like daffodils and tulips require long periods of cold to create beautiful blooms in the spring. It’s important to get the bulbs in the ground before it freezes, so it may be smart to start with this landscaping task when working on your autumn yard cleanup checklist.

One of the best ways to set yourself up for success next year is to prevent mosquitoes before they begin. Remove standing water sources, dispose of brush, and schedule your 2021 mosquito treatment appointments with Mosquito One.

Here in Michigan, we’ve got two seasons: mosquito and winter. While the snow and cold last for more of the year than most of us would like, the mosquitoes can make the temperate months almost equally unbearable. That is until the majestic few weeks in the fall when the leaves are turning, the air gets crisp, and the mosquitoes seem to disappear.

If you’re looking to make the most of the Michigan beauty, it can be helpful to know more about how to avoid these nasty bugs. So when do mosquitoes go away? Generally speaking, mosquitoes will start to disappear in late September/early October in Michigan. For mosquitoes to disappear, look for the first frost followed by consistent days under 50°F.

While this is a handy guideline and a pretty solid bet, keep in mind that it’s important to keep vigilant mosquito protections, especially in spurts of unseasonably warm weather or in highly mosquito-infested areas. In October 2020, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development released an announcement about a mosquito-borne illness infecting residents and horses in new northern Michigan counties as well as new infection in Montcalm County proving mosquitoes can still thrive even late in the season.

When mosquitoes do finally disappear for the year, what happens to them varies based on the type of mosquito. In Michigan, there are more than 60 different species of mosquito. As cold-blooded insects, mosquitoes will die off or hibernate during the Michigan winter. While homeowners don’t need to worry about the mosquitoes that die, there are some fall preparations that should be made to prevent mosquitoes in your yard next year.

The most important thing you can do to prevent mosquitoes in your yard is to remove standing water sources. Mosquitoes lay eggs in water and some mosquitoes lay cold-hearty eggs meaning the spring thaw will bring ready-to-thaw mosquito eggs. Make sure to empty any birdbaths, rain barrels, or other items that can collect water before they freeze. It’s also a good idea to remove any unnecessary brush piles as this makes a perfect spot for a female mosquito to hibernate for the winter and emerge ready to lay many eggs.

While the weather is getting cooler, there’s still plenty of time to enjoy time outside in your yard and one of the best ways to make sure it’s mosquito free is to call the professionals at MosquitoOne. With expertly applied treatments, you can enjoy the last of the beautiful Michigan weather with no worries of annoying or potentially dangerous mosquito bites.

Contact us today to schedule your fall lawn mosquito treatment or get a head start on creating the yard of your dreams by scheduling your 2021 lawn mosquito treatments today!

People are spending more time at home this year and this has led to boom in home improvements. There are a lot of ways to upgrade your space and get the most enjoyment out of your home without having to spend a fortune. Consider small, but powerful landscaping improvements to upgrade your space on a budget.

Add Instant Ambiance

Keep your pool party or backyard barbeque going from day to night with the ambiance of string lights. String lights add an instant romantic feel to your outdoor space and the ability to connect multiple strands together means you can have it as bright or dim as you need. Medium bulbs with Edison filaments lend a cool Euro bistro look to a space while colorful or large paper lantern-style lamps give a more Bali-esque Southeast Asian look. Standard indoor/outdoor 110v string lights come in a variety of styles, but more options are becoming available in solar powered versions allowing you to add light anywhere.

Set up some shade

Enjoying your space becomes even easier with a bit of shade. When deciding the best option, it’s important to consider the size, purpose, and orientation of your space. There are a lot of ways to add shade from full coverage pavilions or umbrellas to semi-shaded coverage with a pergola. Stable, more permanent structures can also serve as growing supports for vines and plants and be a perfect place to add some moody string lighting or musical wind chimes.

Appeal to the Senses

In addition to thinking about color and seasonality in your landscaping design, making a thoughtful decision to add aromas can elevate an already impressive garden. Fragrant plants can be found in a variety of forms with many of them growing well in Michigan. Plants like Lily of the Valley, lilac bushes, or honeysuckle all grow well with little maintenance while herbs like mint and citronella may help to prevent mosquitoes in your yard while smelling great.

Avoid the Bugs

Spending time outside is one of the best parts of summer and autumn in the midwest, but outdoor spaces can be nearly unusable if mosquitos and bugs are out in force. To get the most out of your outdoor space, it’s a good idea to get your yard professionally treated. Look for a treatment that kills mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, ants, spiders, and more making your outdoor space more comfortable with fewer uninvited guests.

Want to enjoy your space with less pests? Call Mosquito One at 734-922-5700 to arrange a free mosquito treatment estimate for your home.

Americans love pets. So much so that The American Pet Products Association reports that Americans spent approximately $97.5 billion dollars on their pets in 2019 with that number estimated to increase in 2020. As a pet parent, you want to keep your pets safe from ticks, mosquitos, and other pests that may carry harmful diseases. These are some of the steps you can take to protect your pets from mosquitoes.

Start at the Source

Having a big, fenced-in yard is a dream for most dog owners. Your dog can enjoy running and playing without you having to worry about accidental escape or rope burn from a wayward tieout. Help your furry best friend get the most enjoyment out of your space by protecting your yard against mosquitos. You can use DIY mosquito prevention tips like removing standing water and flushing gutters or call in the professionals for a mosquito treatment spray for your yard.

Don’t Forget the Water Dish

It’s important to provide your pets with plenty of water, especially during the hot summer months, but make sure to change the water often. Pet water dishes can make ideal breeding grounds for mosquitoes if left undisturbed for too long.

Take Preventative Medicines

Mosquitoes can carry all types of nasty bacteria, viruses, and parasites from host to host. Luckily for our fuzzy friends, dogs and cats can’t get most illness passed to humans by mosquitoes. What is a concern, however, is heartworm. While dogs are more susceptible to heartworm infections, mosquito bites can also pass heartworm to cats making it important to make sure all pets are treated with a regular heartworm prevention medication.

Use Pet-Safe Mosquito Repellents

Traditional mosquito repellents are filled with harsh chemicals making it a bad idea to use on pets. DEET can make pets very ill.  If you’re going into an area where you know you won’t be able avoid mosquitoes, look into alternative remedies. There are many natural, pet-safe mosquito repellent formulas that can be sprayed on pets to prevent bites. Ask your veterinarian for suggestions on what will work best for your pet. Another option is to use a Thermacell or similar repellent device that creates a virtually mosquito-free zone without the use of sprays, coils, candles, or other fragrance-dependent methods.

Avoid Peak Mosquito Hours and Locations

When walking your pets, try to avoid early dusk when mosquitoes tend to appear in swarms. Likewise, when planning your route strive to avoid marshy, swampy, or otherwise wet areas. This is where mosquitoes breed and thrive and these areas are most likely to have large mosquito populations.

Your pet is part of your family. Make sure they can enjoy your home as much as you do by calling 734-922-5700 today to get a free quote on a professional mosquito treatment spray!

Cultivating and growing a beautiful garden and yard is something most homeowners dream of, but in southeastern Michigan, this can take some work. The temperate (but too short) summers and sometimes harsh winters can make it difficult to decide what to plant. Luckily, southeastern Michigan and nearby northwestern Ohio have many great public places filled with garden inspiration.

Historic Ford Estates

Located in Wayne County, the Ford Estates are spread across two locations. The Fair Lane house, located in Dearborn, was built on 1,300 acres of farmland and was the perfect place for Clara Ford to live out her love of gardening. The gardens and grounds were designed by esteemed landscape architect Jens Jensen and many of the original structures remain today.

The Edsel & Eleanor Ford house in Grosse Pointe Shores, sitting on the edge of Lake St. Clair, is where Henry and Clara raised their four children. Jensen also designed the landscaping for this home sometime between 1926-1932. This space was designed with all the senses in mind, from the colors and textures of plants to the sounds of the water features, and is an excellent source of inspiration for Michigan gardeners and homeowners to this day.

Toledo Botanical Garden

This Lucas County attraction bills itself as a museum for plants and stretches over 60 acres with display gardens and other plant collections. The botanical garden, part of the Toledo Metroparks system features a variety of art and music installations and events and an inclusive garden to make it a destination for the whole family. Visit the park for your own yard inspiration with many annual and perennial plants on display or simply check what’s in bloom throughout the year by checking out the garden’s website.

Michigan State Horticultural Gardens

Located in East Lansing, the Michigan State Horticultural Garden spreads over 14 acres and specializes in plants that can survive and thrive in the Michigan climate. The gardens are free for the public to explore and feature a variety of gardens from a children’s area to annual gardens where new colors and plants are tested in our climate to traditional Japanese and English gardens. Make sure to check out the Judith A. DeLapa Perennial Garden — a garden featuring both sun and shade beds and a mix of native and hybrid perennial plants that thrive in Southeastern Michigan.

Simpson Garden Park

This public park located in Bowling Green, Ohio is home to more than 11 rolling acres in an urban landscape. This public park was specifically designed to show both city and rural dwellers the types of plants that grow well in various types of soil. Simpson Garden Park not only showcases the grasses and flowers that grow well in this region, but also has gardens featuring foods, herbs, and other medicinal and functional plants.

Once you’ve created your dream yard, make sure to call the pros at Mosquito Control. Our pet and people safe mosquito treatments allow you to fully enjoy the beautiful yard you create without the worry or hassle of mosquitos. Learn more about our mosquito services in Livingston, Monroe, Wayne, Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw counties in Michigan or Wood and Lucas counties in Ohio or book your appointment today.

Locals will joke that the state bird of Michigan is the mosquito and for good reason. Midwestern mosquitoes are no joke. From the time the daily temperature rises and stays above about 50 degrees Fahrenheit, mosquitoes begin to appear. While the most effective way to repel mosquitoes is to prevent them entirely, that’s not always possible when leaving your home. These are five things you may not think of that make you irresistible to mosquitoes.

Wearing Dark Colors

What do mosquitoes and Darth Vader have in common? They’re both arguably evil and they’re both drawn to the dark side. Mosquitoes are very visual hunters. While smell is still a female mosquito’s strongest sense (they will smell the carbon dioxide you exhale from 35-170 feet away), they can see you from 15 to 50 feet away.

Not all colors attract mosquitoes equally, though. Black, red, and navy blue have been found to be the most attractive colors to a hungry mosquito. Wearing light colors can help to prevent mosquito bites.

Getting in a Sweat Session

Sweaty outdoor activities like workouts or yard work can be a lunch bell to a hungry mosquito. Mosquitoes are primarily drawn to carbon dioxide, the number one component of the air you exhale, but that’s not the only reason outdoor workout can turn into a mosquito buffet. Exercise also increases your body temperature and movement, both very attractive to mosquitoes as they can sense heat from about four feet away. Exercise also increases your body’s level of lactic acid. Lactic acid is produced by muscles during physical exertion and is known to be an attractive chemical scent to mosquitoes.

Drinking a Cold One

With more than 275 breweries in lower Michigan alone, it’s safe to say Michiganders love their beer. Unfortunately, so do their mosquitoes. According to studies, mosquitoes are more drawn to people after they have consumed a 12-ounce beer. The exact causes of this are unknown, but it’s thought that this is due to heavier, CO2-rich breathing or an increased skin temperature.

Being Pregnant

Pregnancy comes with a lot of side effects that mosquitoes love. The increased blood flow, increased body temperature, and high levels of estradiol can make pregnant women look like a buffet on legs to a hungry mosquito. Pregnant women dually suffer from mosquitoes as the insects can carry a variety of diseases that can pass to an unborn child including serious diseases like Zika.

High Levels of Potassium and Salt

There’s an old wive’s tale that says that eating bananas attracts mosquitoes. While this hasn’t been proven to be true with a singular fruit, there is reason to believe that mosquitoes are most attracted to people with high levels of potassium and salt. These compounds make mosquitoes go crazy for feet and faces — typically the sweatiest areas on the body.

The Sweet Smell (of anything)

It seems fairly obvious that mosquitoes would be attracted to fragrances. After all, mosquitoes don’t bite humans for food, but rather for an enzyme in human blood that helps mosquito eggs. Mosquitoes, like many other flying insects, actually require sugar in the diet and often this sugar comes in the form of nectar from flowering plants. Unfortunately for humans, many of the products that we use daily contain sweet-smelling compounds sometimes at almost imperceivable levels. When trying to lessen your appeal to mosquitoes, avoid scented hair products, deodorants, laundry detergents, fabric softeners, cosmetics, lotions, and any other scented products.

The best way to avoid mosquito bites is to prevent mosquitoes from making a home in your yard.  Call the pros at Mosquito Control. Our family-friendly mosquito treatments allow you to enjoy your home and yard without the worry or hassle of mosquitos. Learn more about our mosquito services in Livingston, Monroe, Wayne, Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw counties in Michigan or Wood and Lucas counties in Ohio or book your appointment today.