Nobody likes mosquitos. Not only are they carriers of disease, but they’re little bloodsucking pests that leave behind itchy bumps that drive you nuts. But what’s the best mosquito killer, and how do you get rid of these irritating, flying menaces?
Let’s discuss all the many options of environmental mosquito killers today. We’ll talk about different types, how to use them, and how to make them the most effective.
Type
There are several types of mosquito killers available for handling those pesky critters. Here are some of the most common types to choose from.
Insecticides are chemicals that attack infestations. Homeowners can apply these chemicals, which affect bugs’ central nervous systems, through a sprayer, fogger, or mister. The most common types of insecticide are malathion and permethrin-based, both of which are safe for humans, but permethrin can be toxic to bees and fish.
Mosquito repellent incense is a kind of mosquito repellent incense, usually made into a spiral shape, usually made with a dry paste of pyrethrum powder. The coil is usually kept in the center of the spiral, suspended in the air, or wedged with two pieces of fire-proof netting to allow continuous smoldering. Burning usually starts from the outer end of the spiral and slowly advances toward the center of the spiral, producing mosquito repellent smoke. Mosquito coils are considered safe insecticides for humans and mammals
Lures can be effective at handling mosquitoes, particularly inside the home. They mimic the carbon dioxide humans exhale, causing the mosquitoes to investigate. But when they land, they’ll find themselves stuck to a sticky pad or caught in a canister where they’ll dehydrate and die.
Foggers come in two forms: aerosol cans and liquids poured into fogging machines. They contain pesticides that interrupt the mosquitoes’ central nervous system. Like standard insecticides, they’re excellent for handling infestations or for use in large yards.
Indoor vs. Outdoor
Mosquitoes are annoying and dangerous no matter where they are, but how to treat them outdoors can vary from how to handle them inside the home. When it comes to outdoor mosquito problems, just about anything goes. A homeowner can employ a sprayer filled with insecticide to treat the yard, use a fogger to create a bug barrier, or plug in a bug zapper to help wipe out those blood-bound bogies before they can land on anyone’s skin.
Indoors is a different story. While bug zappers are safe enough to use indoors (though maybe a bit noisy), foggers and insecticides are better left outside. Instead of the chemicals and loud zaps, consider using a lure. Lures will attract the mosquitoes, catch them in a caster or on a sticky pad, and cause them to dehydrate, effectively controlling the bug population inside the home.
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