The 4 S’s of Mosquito Prevention

Preventing mosquitoes in your yard is the best way to enjoy the outdoors. Here are four things to keep in mind when it comes to enjoying the outdoors mosquito-free.

Stay Dry

Mosquitoes thrive in wet conditions so it’s essential to eliminate all sources still water in your yard. The quick mosquito lifecycle means that decorative pieces like birdbaths or sculptures can become mosquito breeding grounds in just days. If your yard often collects water due to the natural slope, it may be a good idea to consider adjusting the grade of your yard to improve drainage. The drier you can keep your yard, the less likely you are to have a large mosquito population. 

If you do choose to have natural water features like a pond, it’s important to ensure you have adequate water movement and aeration to prevent mosquito eggs from maturing. Decorative ponds can also be treated with bromine or chlorine to create an inhospitable landscape for mosquitoes, but it’s important that the treatment is sufficiently strong.

Straighten Up the Yard

While large water features aren’t too common, mosquitos thrive in damp conditions of other types. Long grass and weeds can make a perfect hideout for a nasty mosquito infestation. Mosquitoes can also be found hiding under the shade of dense and moisture-loving trees and shrubs like cedars and pines. Keeping your yard in neat and tidy condition can help to prevent mosquitoes from taking over your yard.

Spray Treatments

Enlisting the help of the professionals at Mosquito One is another way to ensure your yard stays mosquito-free. Our mosquito treatments are guaranteed to be effective and each treatment lasts approximately four weeks. Mosquito One professionals are able to treat most yards in just a matter of minutes allowing you and your family to get back to enjoying your outdoor spaces with little downtime. 

Share the Knowledge

Your neighbors’ mosquitoes are likely to become your mosquitoes which is why mosquito elimination programs are most effective when neighbors join together. Homeowners associations and municipalities can encourage residents to keep their yards from becoming mosquito breeding havens with hosted cleanup days and programs. Another way to encourage joint mosquito prevention efforts is to combine with others in your area to take advantage of the coverage and discounts offered by the Mosquito One subdivision discount program. 

Schedule Your Treatment

There’s still time to enjoy the benefits of mosquito control sprays from Mosquito One. We’re proudly serving the homes, businesses, and public areas in Southeast Michigan including the cities of Detroit, Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Pontiac, and more. Schedule your treatment online today!

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