As the deadliest animal in the world, mosquitoes are more than a pest, but a danger to your family. That’s why keeping them out of your yard is key. Yet, with so many products available, how can you tell which ones work and which to avoid? As mosquito spraying experts in Chester County, West Chester, and nearby areas in PA, we know there are some products that are effective and others that only offer hype. Here’s what to keep in mind this summer.
What doesn’t work. While wristbands made with mosquito repellent are popular, they don’t actually work, except perhaps to protect your wrist. The same goes for smart phone apps and ultrasonic devices advertised to repel mosquitoes. They emit a sound similar to dragonflies, which prey on mosquitoes, so they claim to scare away insects. However, these have yet to prove effective when tested.
What works a bit. Before summer, you might stock up on citronella candles to keep mosquitoes away. Yet, these offer no scientific evidence that they work. Candles in general, though, can help to attract mosquitoes because of the light, heat, and carbon dioxide they emit, keeping them away from people.
What does actually work. Some repellents that have been tested and do work include any product with DEET or picaridin as an active ingredient. If you’d like to use something more natural, another option recommended by the CDC is an insect repellant containing lemon eucalyptus oil. A simple fan can also go a long way in keeping mosquitoes from biting you, since they are not strong fliers.
Another way to stop mosquitoes that won’t cost a thing? Remove standing water from your lawn. This is where mosquitoes lay eggs, so emptying out old buckets, tarps, or other containers will cut down on the chance for an infestation.
Get Mosquito Spraying Services from Chester County’s Expert Team
The best way to get a high level of protection is with a professional, like Lawn Doctor of Aston-Middletown. With 35 years of experience, we know how to treat your lawn, ensuring mosquitoes at all stages of the life cycle are thoroughly suppressed, from eggs and larvae to adults. We’ll also return during the Chester County area’s mosquito season to apply additional barrier spraying treatments that keep coverage strong.
Our mosquito spraying services are available in:
- Chester County
- West Chester
- Delaware County
- Media
- Downingtown
- Aston
- And throughout nearby areas
If you’d like mosquito spraying from a Chester County, PA professional, contact us today for a free quote!
