Get Ready for Mosquito Season with Mosquito Control Tips From Hometown

Prime mosquito season is fast-approaching, and it is important for people to be aware and to know how to protect themselves from these potentially dangerous insects. Given the health risks like Zika that are increasing in our country, it’s important to remain vigilant in mosquito prevention techniques, which include eliminating breeding grounds around the yard, understanding these pests’ behaviors, and correctly applying insect repellent.”

To prevent the health risks that can potentially accompany an already-pesky mosquito bite, be sure to follow these mosquito prevention tips:

• When spending time outdoors, apply an insect repellent containing at least 20% DEET, picaridin or oil of lemon-eucalyptus, and reapply as directed on the label. People who are spending long amounts of time outdoors should also consider wearing long pants, long-sleeved shirts and closed-toe shoes to limit exposure to mosquitoes. The main type of mosquito that carries Zika is a daytime biter, so taking preventive measures at all times of the day is crucial.
• Anyone traveling outside of the United States should be aware of travel advisories currently in effect. Pack plenty of insect repellant and protective clothing. If a person falls ill upon returning home, seek prompt medical attention.
• Mosquitoes need only about a half an inch of water to breed, so homeowners should eliminate areas of standing water such as flower pots, birdbaths, baby pools, grill covers and other objects where water collects.
• Even children’s toys like buckets and sandboxes can collect water and become a breeding ground for mosquitoes right in the backyard, so be sure to keep these objects water-free.
• Screen all windows and doors, and patch up even the smallest tear or hole on screens.
• If there are concerns about mosquito activity on the property, contact a licensed pest control company or the local mosquito abatement district.

Let Hometown Protect You from Mosquitoes

If your backyard has become overrun with pesky, biting mosquitoes, then give Hometown Pest Control a call. Our mosquito control services provides effective options for every budget that lets you take back your yard from pesky mosquitoes. Our technicians provide mosquito control throughout Palm Beach and Broward Counties.