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How Keeping Your Home Mosquito FREE Any Important Tips Control them

Plant Mosquito-Repelling Plants: Certain plants, such as citronella, marigolds, calendula, rosemary, mint, and lemongrass, have natural scents that mosquitoes dislike. Planting these near your patio or deck can help keep mosquitoes away .<br>

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How Keeping Your Home Mosquito FREE Any Important Tips Control them

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  1. How Keeping Your Home Mosquito FREE? Any Important Tips Control them? To keep your home mosquito-free, here are some important tips based on the search results: Plant Mosquito-Repelling Plants: Certain plants, such as citronella, marigolds, calendula, rosemary, mint, and lemongrass, have natural scents that mosquitoes dislike. Planting these near your patio or deck can help keep mosquitoes away . Change Your Lighting: Mosquitoes are attracted to certain lights, so opt for yellow lights instead of traditional white bulbs. Bug lights are specially designed to repel bugs, and the golden glow also creates a more pleasant outdoor experience. Additionally, turn off outdoor lights before going to bed . Set up Netted Walls: Using netted walls or screens can help keep mosquitoes out of your home. Make sure to maintain fly screens on windows, doors, vents, and chimneys to prevent mosquitoes from entering. This is especially important during mosquito season . Eliminate Stagnant Water: Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water, so removing any sources of standing water around your home is crucial. This includes regularly changing the water in pet drinking bowls, bird baths, and vases. Additionally, check and maintain rainwater tanks and water storage vessels to ensure screens are intact and limit mosquito entry . Use Insect Repellents: Applying insect repellents containing picaridin or DEET on exposed skin can help protect you from mosquito bites. Make sure to follow the instructions on the product label for proper usage. Keep Your Yard Maintained: Regularly mow your lawn, trim hedges and bushes, and remove any weeds or overgrown vegetation. Mosquitoes tend to rest in shady and humid areas, so keeping your yard well-maintained can reduce their hiding spots . Use Mosquito Traps: Mosquito traps can be effective in controlling the mosquito population in your yard. These traps mimic the visual and smell stimuli that attract mosquitoes to humans, helping to reduce their numbers. Avoid Outdoor Activities During Peak Mosquito Times: Mosquitoes are most active during dawn and dusk. If possible, limit your outdoor activities during these times to minimize exposure to mosquitoes. The following tips can help reduce the presence of mosquitoes in and around your home, but it's important to use a combination of methods for effective mosquito control.

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