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April 2, 2022April 2, 2022

How To Get Rid Of Mosquitoes

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How To Get Rid Of Mosquitoes

With the onset of warmer weather mosquitoes start hatching and flying about. They may be hiding in the grass, in the plants, under the patio tables or behind your planters.  Believe me they are there whether you want them to be or not. Learn how to get rid of mosquitoes naturally and frugally.

Mosquito Season

Mosquitoes are present both inside and outside our homes all year round but during the spring and summer months they are more active as it gets warmer. It is also mosquito mating, nesting and hatching season. So don’t be surprised if you see more pesky creatures during May to September depending on where you live. 

How To Repel Mosquitoes

You can repel mosquitoes in numerous ways, some more frugal than the other.   Mosquitoes like to sneak in to tiny holes in your windows or door ways.  Sealing up these areas with caulking or weatherproofing is a great bug repellent idea and it’s great weatherproofing for the cooler months. 

You can repel or kill mosquitoes with a common fly swatter as well, or you can make sure the fast moving pests won’t get away by using and electric bug zapper. 

Store Bought Mosquito Repellent

Store bought mosquito repellents work great as well but contain numerous chemicals harmful to people and pets so please use as directed. You can find some brand mosquito repellents here as well as ultrasonic pest controls which work great to deter mosquitoes, ants, spiders and more. 

Popular Mosquito Repellents

  • Dynatrap
  • Cutter Bug Spray
  • Repel Natural

Household Products That Repel Mosquitoes

Several common household products can be used to deter and repel mosquitoes are peppermint essential oil, vinegar, baby oil and garlic. 

Natural Way Of Getting Rid Of Mosquitoes

There are numerous natural ways to get rid of mosquitoes including many homemade and do it yourself mosquito repellent sprays.

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How To Get Rid Of Mosquitoes In Yard

If you are looking to remove or reduce the number of mosquitoes in your yard. You need to eliminate any standing water. Mosquitoes live and reproduce in water environments. Keep your lawn cut short. Spray your yard with Cutter Bug Spray. Plant lavender, mint, lemongrass and marigold plants around your patio.

Mosquitoes Hate Mint

If you are looking for a mosquito repellent plant to grow around your home to help deter pests peppermint is a great one.  Mosquitoes hate peppermint. 

Mosquitoes Hate Lavender

If you are looking for another mosquito repellent plant to grow around your home to help deter pests lavender is good.  Mosquitoes dislike lavender. 

Pet Safe Mosquito Repellent Spray

Too much of anything isn’t good.  In small amounts peppermint and vinegar are okay and safe for animals.  In high doses they can cause stomach upset and other side effects.  When making homemade bug repellents keep the spray area clear of pets till the solution is dry or cleaned up. 

Child Safe Bug Repellent Spray

All of the natural ingredients listed that are great for repelling mosquitoes are child safe. But again too much of something can be harmful. 

Keep your DIY bug repellant solution out of child reach and prevent contact till solution is dry or removed. 

DIY Natural Mosquito Repellent

Peppermint or vinegar mixed or alone with water work great as a bug repellent solution.  A common homemade mosquito repellent can also be formulated from peppermint essential oils, vinegar, witch hazel and water. 

How To Make Homemade Mosquito Repellent Spray

Ingredients:

  • 1/4 cups water
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar or witch hazel
  • 25 drops of peppermint essential oil

Place all of the listed ingredients in a spray bottle.  Shake to ensure mixing of the ingredients.  Store in a room temperature location.  Keep out of reach of children and pets. This is a personal body spray or area spray. Do not spray on skin unless you have done a test path. Don’t spray on face or sensitive areas.

This solution contains natural products and may need to be reapplied to the area to ensure continual bug repellent. Checkout these other great mosquito repellents sure to help keep your home and patio bug free. 

Related Ways To Get Rid Of Bugs:

  • Best Mosquito Repellents
  • How To Get Rid Of Spiders
  • How To Get Rid Of Mice
  • How To Get Rid Of Wasps

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