Fighting mosquitoes is tough due to the wide range of diseases they’re capable of carrying (along with their ability to cover you with itchy bites), but there’s a lot of misinformation out there when it comes to deterring mosquito infestations. Below, we’ll go through some of the key tips for keeping mosquitoes at bay and go through some of the popular deterrents that just don’t work. And for protection you can trust, we offer proven mosquito spraying to our neighbors located all over the Ewing Township, NJ area.
The Truth About Mosquito Deterrents
While many of the common mosquito deterrents you may have heard about simply do little to nothing to actually keep mosquitoes at bay, there are some deterrents that actually work. Let’s take a look at what you can use to deter mosquitoes and which deterrents should be avoided:
What Works
- DEET is an ingredient which is extremely effective in both mosquito and tick repellents. There have been questions about its long-term health effects, but according to the EPA, there are no negative effects when DEET repellents are used according to their instructions.
- Picaridin, an ingredient only recently available in the United States, stands beside DEET as one of the most effective mosquito-deterring compounds out there. It’s found in a few repellents, and more will likely pop up in the future as this ingredient becomes more widely accepted.
- There are a few different varieties of mosquito traps, but they generally emit CO² and use mosquito bait to trap these pests. Mosquito traps can be effective in addressing mosquitoes, but they can also attract them to your yard.
What Doesn’t Work
- Citronella candles are commonly sold as mosquito-deterring candles, but they haven’t been shown to be any more effective than a regular candle in attracting mosquitoes to keep them away from you.
- Sonic devices that emit a sound like a dragonfly have become popular, but these simply haven’t shown to be effective.
- Think of pest control wristbands like tick collars for your dog. They only protect the part they’re covering, leaving the rest of your body vulnerable.
Our Professional Mosquito Spraying in Ewing Township
Deterrents can be helpful, but for results you can trust, it’s crucial to leave mosquito control to the pros. Our treatments provide a barrier that keeps mosquitoes out, allowing you to feel comfortable in your outdoor spaces.
We offer professional mosquito spraying to our neighbors in these areas:
- Ewing Township
- Princeton
- Lawrenceville
- Hopewell Township
- Pennington
- Skillman
- Montgomery Township
- And throughout the surrounding communities
To learn more about mosquito spraying in Ewing Township, contact us today!
