You’ve planned a backyard wedding or a huge family reunion, and you’re checking things off your to-do list. Food? Check. Band? Check. Pests? Check out how to keep them out — our experts have the tips that you need for the finishing touches on your backyard event. Good: There are things you can do that don’t necessarily repel mosquitoes, however they will help your space be less conducive for these pests. Since mosquitoes are attracted to heat and use light as a path, use LED lights instead of regular or decorative lightbulbs. LED lights emit UV wavelengths that aren’t as… Read more »
Category: mosquito control
Spring Cleaning Checklist: Mosquito Edition
You’ve tackled the inside of your house as part of your spring cleaning, and now it’s time to set up your yard so that your BBQs and backyard activities aren’t invaded by annoying mosquitoes. Taking a few precautions at the beginning of the season will ensure that you spend your summer enjoying your space instead of fighting off mosquitoes. Your first step should be to help protect your space with a professional spray shield. Our technicians will assess your property, and then follow a three-pronged approach that will ensure your continued comfort throughout the season. The backyard mosquito control… Read more »
Don’t let your summer party be a bust! Expect the unexpected at your event.
Tips for hosting an amazing outdoor party in summer that all of your guests will enjoy. Lots of planning goes into your summer events, and sometimes some key elements of preparation can fall through the cracks. We shared a few tips for helping you host a safer summer event earlier this month, and now we want to share some ideas to prepare for the things you may not have thought of! Tips: Plan ahead: The worst thing that can happen at your event is that no one can make it. You have to expect that your guests will be incredibly… Read more »
BBQ Season is here: Tips to Plan a Safer & Fun Outdoor Event
Prepare your property for summer guests Grad parties, weddings, birthday parties, Father’s Day — the list goes on and on. No matter what your summer event will be, you will want it to be a success! Use this list to help keep your events safer for all of your guests so you can focus on relaxation, conversation, and soaking up the sun. Stay hydrated Being in the sun all day can sneak up on guests and leave people feeling woozy. Keep plenty of bottles and pitchers of water easily accessible at several stations. Don’t get burned Set up centerpieces… Read more »
Mosquito Prevention: Myths vs. Facts
Get your facts straight when it comes to mosquitoes There are a lot of myths about mosquito control. Mosquitoes carry serious diseases (human and other) including Zika, malaria, encephalitis, yellow fever, dog heartworm, human elephantiasis, and West Nile virus, so we think it is important to give you the facts about mosquito control from our experts. What are some common myths about mosquito control? I have an app on my phone that repels mosquitoes. This sounds too good to be true — and it is. Phone apps boasting “ultrasonic repellents” emit a “sound” that allegedly bothers the mosquitoes to the… Read more »
