DIY Methods to Repel Mosquitoes
Many DIY solutions require some serious research and setup. Store-bought solutions help you by making it easy to walk in and check out without much fuss.
However, there are pros and cons to each of these as well.
PROS
As pest deterrents go, bug zappers are relatively cheap.
In comparison to other remedies mentioned later, they may save you money.
PROS
There are handheld swatters that hold a small charge to kill mosquitoes as you hit them.
There are also lantern-sized devices that hang out around gatherings and everything in between.
CONS
Bug zappers also kill indiscriminately. Studies have found that, in the end, they do not kill many mosquitoes.
One study even found that, over a 10-week period, mosquitoes and other biting pests accounted for 0.22% of killed bugs.
Mosquitoes are attracted to a combination of:
- Body heat
- Odor
- Carbon dioxide emitted from breathing
- Lactic acid from sweat
CONS
PROS
PROS
Each is okay to use on human skin (when applied correctly). Many are easy sprays that are quick to apply.
CONS
This is an important detail to identify before an exposure becomes an emergency.
If you’re allergic, you’ll have to find another solution. If you’re asthmatic, the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America recommends lotion-based repellents.
While the EPA regulates products with DEET in them, any approvals are subject to use according to the product label.
CONS
The full moon is blamed for many strange occurrences both real and imagined.
A full moon can increase mosquito activity by 500%. This is because mosquitoes use visual cues to find their next meal, which is easier to do when the moon is full.
CONS
Hiring a professional allows you to save time and effort by delegating the task to experts who can efficiently handle the job, leaving you with more time to enjoy your outdoor spaces.
In the next chapter, we’ll introduce what you should look for in professional sprayers.
CONS
and Pesticides
Bug control methods are serious chemicals that are harmful if swallowed or if they come in contact with your skin. They take a long time to apply and might not even work if you apply them incorrectly.
It’s easy to see each options drawbacks. Either the mosquito repellent isn’t very effective or it’s so powerful that it’s dangerous around your family and environment.
In the next chapter, we’ll introduce what you should look for in professional sprayers.
Professional sprayers have the necessary training to handle these chemicals safely, minimizing potential risks to humans, pets, and the environment.
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