Nothing can ruin your summer fun more than frustrating mosquitoes. Yet, with so many products available on store shelves in and around the Fortson, GA area – from mosquito spraying treatments to candles and traps – how can you tell which actually work?
At Lawn Doctor of Columbus-Phenix City, we cut through the clutter and hype and provide you with the facts on what to use and what to avoid.
- Choose the right repellent. Not all repellents offer the same level of protection. Look for a product that has DEET as the active ingredient or Picaridin. Another option to consider is a repellent made with lemon eucalyptus oil. This is even recommended by the CDC.
- Skip the citronella candles. While citronella candles are on patios and decks across Fortson and throughout Georgia, these don’t deter mosquitoes much. The carbon dioxide, light, and heat emitted by them attract mosquitoes to the candle and away from people. So, any candle will provide some relief.
- Place a trap in your yard. Another option for controlling numbers is a mosquito trap. These work to emit carbon dioxide or mosquito bait, which attracts mosquitoes and then traps them using various methods. They’re designed to cut down on numbers in targeted areas.
- Empty standing water. If your grill cover is sitting in a corner on your patio covered in rainwater, mosquitoes could be laying eggs on it. That’s why emptying areas like this is so important and a key step to controlling mosquitoes. Other common culprits to focus on include kiddie pools, containers, tarps, and bird baths.
- Avoid smartphone apps and sonic devices. These are designed to work by scaring away mosquitoes. They send out a sound that’s similar to dragonflies, which are a mosquito predator. However, when studied, there’s no evidence they offer protection.
Get Mosquito Spraying Services from Fortson’s Expert Team
If you’d like professional help restoring peace and comfort to your yard, turn to Lawn Doctor of Columbus-Phenix City. We offer our proprietary mosquito spraying program, Yard Armour®, across Fortson, Columbus, and nearby areas. It’s designed to protect your lawn and loved ones by targeting adult mosquitoes, as well as eggs and larvae. It even includes multiple applications to maintain a strong barrier around your lawn all season long.
Enjoy life without the buzzing and biting with our mosquito spraying services, available in:
- Fortson
- Columbus
- Phenix City
- Hamilton
- Cataula
- Midland
- And throughout the surrounding area
If you’d like mosquito spraying from a Fortson, GA professional, contact us today for a free quote!
