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Tips to keep mosquitoes away from your backyard and pool long time after mosquito control

Posted by Mosquito Squad

September 29, 2021

Tips to keep mosquitoes away from your backyard and pool long time after mosquito control

Mosquitoes aren’t only annoying because of their buzzing sounds and itchy bites; they are very dangerous in terms of causing diseases. They being one of the deadliest animals in the world kill millions of people every year around the world. We may not think of mosquitoes when talking about the dangerous most animals, but they being carriers of various viruses can cause life-threatening illnesses. Mosquitoes, due to their annoying presence are the real party spoilers too. Once you have received the mosquito control services, all you have to do is simple things to keep the mosquitoes from coming back.

Here are some simple maintenance activities that will make the effect of mosquito control treatment last even longer:

Keep your property clean

Constant and regular taming of the outgrowing grass and hedges are not only soothing to the eye but also destroy the habitat for mosquito breeding.

Hang mesh patio curtains

Mesh patio curtains are temporary but effective methods of preventing mosquito attacks. They cover a small area such as, your backyard and block entry of insects.

Monitor your pool cover

The pool water may not be a preferable habitat for mosquitoes to grow because of the presence of chlorine in it. The materials or area around the pool may contain stagnant water which can be a breeding site for the mosquitoes. So, regular cleaning of the accumulated water will keep the mosquitoes away.