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Mosquito Prevention Tips From EnviroPest

June 23, 2011

Avoid Mosquito Bites With Colorado Mosquito Control

Don't Let Annoying Mosquitoes Ruin Your Outdoor Event, Contact EnviroPest Today!

Mosquitoes are summertime pests that seem to really take pleasure in irritating families in Loveland, Fort Collins and throughout Colorado. Whether it’s the annoying buzzing in your ear or their itchy bites that put you over the edge, the bottom line is that mosquitoes are a pest that we can do without. Unfortunately, they are not going away anytime soon. The good news is that, with these mosquito prevention tips from EnviroPest, you can reduce your exposure to these biting insects and avoid locking yourself indoors this summer.

Before You Venture Out

Nothing can dampen the mood at backyard barbeques, pool parties, birthdays or family reunions faster than a bunch of blood-sucking mosquitoes, so if you are going to be spending any length of time outdoors, there are a few personal precautions that can be taken to reduce the likelihood of bites:

Schedule events for “non-peak” mosquito hours; late morning to late afternoon is best

If possible, wear long sleeve shirts and long pants

Wear loose fitting clothing

Wear light colors; dark colors attract heat and therefore mosquitoes

Apply insect repellent to your clothing

Outdoor Mosquito Control

Female mosquitoes need water to lay their eggs, so it is vitally important to reduce any areas of standing, stagnant water in your backyard if you want to successfully reduce the number of mosquitoes biting you. Homeowners must remember to:

Get rid of old tires, buckets, tin cans, bottles and unused flower pots

Replace water in bird baths, children’s swimming pools and pet dishes regularly

Cover trash cans; if plastic, drill holes for drainage

Repair outdoor leaks

Mow your lawn frequently and keep trees and shrubs trimmed to reduce hiding places for adult mosquitoes

Contact EnviroPest For Effective Mosquito Control

Although getting rid of mosquitoes is nearly impossible, reducing their breeding sites and contacting EnviroPest, will certainly take a big bite out of their numbers this summer. We offer mosquito control services that can consist of a onetime treatment of your foundation, shrubs, bushes and lawn to reduce mosquito resting areas as well as a monthly maintenance program. If you live in Fort Collins or elsewhere in Colorado, and would like more information on how we can help you get rid of mosquitoes, contact us today!

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