This article was co-authored by Joshua Bloom and by wikiHow staff writer, Hannah Madden. Joshua Bloom is a Pest Control Specialist and the Vice President of Operations of Standard Pest Management, a pest control company based in New York City. He has over 20 years of experience in the pest control industry and specializes in commercial and large facility pest control management. Standard Pest Control also specializes in ant, bed bug, cockroach, fly, and rodent control. Joshua is licensed by the NYSDEC (New York State Department of Environmental Conservation) for termite control.
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Mosquitoes can be a huge annoyance, especially when you’re trying to enjoy the summer weather on your own property. Dealing with itchy bites and the threat of virus and disease isn’t very relaxing at all. This summer, you can keep the mosquitoes out of your yard by using a few tips and tricks throughout the day. If you’re really struggling, call in a professional pest control company for some help.
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QuestionHow do I get rid of mosquitoes in my yard naturally?Joshua BloomJoshua Bloom is a Pest Control Specialist and the Vice President of Operations of Standard Pest Management, a pest control company based in New York City. He has over 20 years of experience in the pest control industry and specializes in commercial and large facility pest control management. Standard Pest Control also specializes in ant, bed bug, cockroach, fly, and rodent control. Joshua is licensed by the NYSDEC (New York State Department of Environmental Conservation) for termite control.
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References
- ↑ https://www.cdc.gov/zika/pdfs/OutdoorSpraying-FactSheet.pdf
- ↑ https://www.mosquito.org/page/faq#What%20can%20homeowners%20do%20to%20reduce%20mosquito%20bites?
- ↑ https://www.mosquito.org/page/faq#What%20can%20homeowners%20do%20to%20reduce%20mosquito%20bites?
- ↑ Joshua Bloom. Pest Control Specialist. Expert Interview. 22 April 2020.
- ↑ https://www.epa.gov/mosquitocontrol/success-mosquito-control-integrated-approach
- ↑ https://www.mosquito.org/page/faq#What%20can%20homeowners%20do%20to%20reduce%20mosquito%20bites?
- ↑ https://www.mosquito.org/page/faq#Do%20mosquito%20traps%20work?
- ↑ https://www.epa.gov/mosquitocontrol/bti-mosquito-control
- ↑ https://www.cdc.gov/zika/pdfs/OutdoorSpraying-FactSheet.pdf
- ↑ http://citybugs.tamu.edu/2012/08/08/mosquito-proof-your-yard/
- ↑ https://www.mosquito.org/page/faq#Do%20bats%20serve%20as%20an%20effective%20mosquito%20control?
- ↑ https://www.mosquito.org/page/faq#Do%20Bug-Zappers%20Work?
- ↑ https://www.mosquito.org/page/faq#Do%20Bug-Zappers%20Work?
- ↑ Joshua Bloom. Pest Control Specialist. Expert Interview. 22 April 2020.
About This Article
To get rid of mosquitoes in your yard, try putting down some cedar mulch, which will repel mosquitoes and prevent them from nesting near your vegetation. You can also try growing plants that repel mosquitoes, like lemongrass, lavender, citronella, or basil. For a temporary solution, set up a couple fans in your yard and turn them on whenever you're outside so they blow away any flying mosquitoes. Also, if you have incandescent light bulbs in your yard, consider replacing them with fluorescent or LED bulbs since they won't attract bugs. To learn how to kill mosquito larvae in standing water, scroll down!