It can be tough to enjoy your time outside in the warmer months when your yard is swarming with hungry mosquitoes. There’s a long list of products out there that claim to keep these pests at bay, but not all them live up to their promises. To help you determine which products work and which should be avoided, we’ll go through some common mosquito deterrents below. And for top-notch protection from these insects without the headaches of using deterrents, we offer proven mosquito spraying services to our neighbors located all over the Germantown, TN area.
The Truth About Mosquito Deterrents
There are several mosquito deterrents out there. Let’s take a look at some of the most common pest prevention products and whether or not they work:
What Works:
- There are several different kinds of mosquito traps, but they all generally work by attracting mosquitoes with bait and trapping them. These traps can help you catch and kill a lot of mosquitoes, but they also attract these pests to your property and can be expensive.
- You’ve likely come across DEET either as a mosquito spray or in a pest repellent lotion. DEET is one of the most effective ingredients out there for keeping mosquitoes off your skin and clothing, which is why it’s so widely used.
- Picaridin is comparable to DEET in terms of efficacy, but it isn’t as common because it wasn’t available for use in the United States until recently.
What to Avoid:
- Pest wristbands, regardless of their claims, only protect your wrist. For personal deterrents, choose something that gives you better coverage.
- There are a few sonic devices on the market that claim to keep mosquitoes away by emitting dragonfly sounds. The problem with this claim is that there’s no evidence of mosquitoes actually being deterred by the sound of dragonflies.
- Citronella can be an effective pest repellent in some forms, but its candle form hasn’t been shown to be any more effective at deterring mosquitoes than regular candles.
Why Choose Our Professional Mosquito Spraying in Germantown?
Choosing our professional mosquito spraying allows you to avoid the headaches of relying on deterrents while also bringing you better protection. With our top-notch treatments, we’ll significantly reduce mosquito activity on your property and prevent new populations from showing up.
We offer comprehensive mosquito spraying in these areas:
- Germantown
- Eastern Shelby County
- Bartlett
- Collierville
- And throughout the surrounding communities
For mosquito spraying in Germantown, contact us today!
