Complete Outdoor Mosquito Protection Guide for Summer

And summer means warm temperatures, outdoor activities, and a higher likelihood of mosquito bites, too. Prevention is the first step toward effective protection, which means getting rid of potential breeding grounds in your yard. Eliminate standing water in flower pots, birdbaths, blocked gutters and other containers, as it takes only a small amount of stagnant water to lay mosquito eggs. By keeping areas free of water and grass, you can reduce the amount of mosquitos by a significant amount.

They next consider personal protection. Wearing long-sleeved, light clothes, applying mosquito repellents on exposed parts of the body, and using hats or scarves will protect against bites, while playing outdoors. In the home with children, do you need child-safe repellents to protect them without compromising safety?

Lastly, establish mosquito-free zones for entertaining and outdoor living. On patios and decks, employ screened tents, mosquito nets, citronella candles, or plug-in repellents. Environmental, Personal, and Area Repellents All Rolled into One You're safe this summer with all the fun and none of those pesky bugs.