A yard full of mosquitoes makes it difficult to enjoy your time outdoors during the warmer months. Keeping these pests at bay is important, but there’s a lot of information out there when it comes to fighting them. To help you determine which products can help you fend off mosquitoes, and which should be avoided, we’ll take a closer look at some common deterrents below. And for proven protection from these insects, turn to the professional mosquito spraying we offer to our neighbors located all over the Kingston, NH area.
The Truth About Common Mosquito Deterrents
Here’s a quick look at some common mosquito deterrents out there and whether or not they can help you keep these pests away:
What Works
- Mosquito Traps – There are different kinds of mosquito traps, but the effective models operate by using bait and the release of carbon dioxide to attract and trap mosquitoes. These devices, while often expensive, can be helpful in lowering the number of mosquitoes on your property.
- DEET – For personal protection from mosquitoes, DEET is often the safe choice. DEET is an effective compound for keeping mosquitoes off of you and your clothing, which is why it’s often found in mosquito repellent sprays and lotions.
- Picaridin – Picaridin is similar to DEET in its applications and how effective it is. However, because it hasn’t been available for use in the US for as long, it’s not quite as common as DEET.
What Doesn’t Work
- Wristbands – Any wristband making pest repellent claims should be avoided because the only area they can effectively protect is your wrist.
- Citronella Candles – While some forms of Citronella have some pest repellent properties, it’s largely ineffective in candle form.
- Sonic Devices – Devices have been popping up recently that claim to keep mosquitoes away by emitting dragonfly noises. However, there’s no evidence of dragonfly noises keeping mosquitoes away, so it’s not a reliable method.
Our Professional Mosquito Spraying in Kingston
For better protection from mosquitoes than deterrents can provide without the headaches of using them, our team has you covered. Our professional mosquito spraying will significantly reduce mosquito populations while also preventing additional populations from appearing.
We offer our proven mosquito spraying to homeowners and businesses in:
- Kingston
- Epping
- Exeter
- Salem
- Nashua
- Raymond
- Dover
- And throughout the surrounding communities
For mosquito spraying in Kingston, contact us today!
