Mosquitoes can put a damper on your outdoor barbecue or backyard relaxation. Not only are they a nuisance, but also their bites can be itchy and painful, and some even transfer disease. Luckily, there are pest control strategies you can employ to keep them clear of your space.

How to Keep Mosquitoes Out of Your Yard

1. Remove Standing Water

Mosquitoes breed in standing water, so an effective pest control strategy is to remove puddles, decorative ponds, birdbaths, or other water features that would attract them to your yard. While chlorinated pool water is fine, you should empty any other containers of water when they’re not in use. If water collects in your yard after every rainstorm, consider having a professional landscaper improve the drainage around your property.

2. Spray the Area

At the beginning of the summer season and before events in your yard, spray your yard with a heavy duty bug repellent to deter mosquitoes. If possible, apply bug spray any time you’re spending time outside to prevent bites.

3. Use Citronella Plants or Candles

Some plants, like citronella, naturally deter mosquitoes by giving off a smell when they are threatened. Consider planting some around your yard, particularly where you often entertain guests, and jostling them before an event. You can also light a citronella candle for pest control when you’re spending time outside, as it gives off the same mosquito-repelling scent.

If mosquitoes are still plaguing your backyard, call Acme Pest Control in the Charlotte and Concord, NC, area to help you find mosquitoes around your property and prevent them from setting up camp. They have provided a wide range of pest control services to homeowners and businesses, from roach control to rodent removal, for more than 70 years. To request an appointment, contact the team online or call (704) 786-4166.