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How to control mosquitos |
1. Dispose of old tires, buckets, aluminum cans, plastic sheeting or other refuse that can hold water. Empty
accumulated water from trash cans, boats, wheel barrows, pet dishes, and flower pot bottoms. If possible,
turn these items over when they are not in use.
2. Clean debris from rain gutters and unclog obstructed downspouts. Clogged rain gutters are one of the most
overlooked breeding sites for mosquitoes around homes. Remove any standing water on flat roofs or around
structures. Repair leaking faucets and air conditioners that produce puddles for several days.
3. Change water in bird baths and wading pools at least once a week and keep swimming pools cleaned and
chlorinated. Ornamental pools can be aerated or stocked with mosquito-eating fish. Aeration / water movement
helps because mosquitoes prefer quiet, non-flowing water for egg-laying and development.
4. Fill or drain ditches and swampy areas, and other soil depressions and remove, drain, or fill tree holes and
stumps with mortar or sealant to prevent accumulation of water. Eliminate standing water and seepage around
animal watering troughs, cisterns, and septic tanks. Be sure that cistern screens are intact and that access covers
fit tightly.
5. Irrigate lawns and gardens carefully to prevent water from standing for several days.