Welcome Summer, Unwelcome Mosquitoes

Mosquitoes top the list of summer pest concerns according to recent research.

Although mosquitoes will inevitably continue to put a stinger into summer fun this year, there are a number of solutions available to homeowners, helping you to keep these backyard biters at bay.

Not only are mosquitoes a summer nuisance pest, they have also been known to be a major health threat to the public as they can carry West Nile Virus and Malaria.

However, by following some simple guidance, you can minimise the impact that mosquitoes have on you and your family this summer:

• To avoid mosquito nesting and breeding sites, eliminate standing water and other sources of moisture in or around the home in flowerpots, water dishes, birdbaths, swimming pool covers, barrels, and other objects that can collect water.
• Keep rubbish bins covered and sealed.
• When dining outside, keep food covered until ready to eat.
• Keep windows and doors properly screened to keep mosquitoes outside.
• Be alert when outdoors during dawn, dusk and early evening hours when mosquito-biting activity peaks.
• If approached by a mosquito or any stinging insect, remain calm and quiet. Avoid swaying or swinging, as this may provoke an attack.
• Avoid wearing dark colors and floral prints, loose-fitting garments, open-toe shoes and sweet-smelling perfumes or colognes.
• Plan ahead for spending time outdoors and wear mosquito repellant.

Of course an effective mosquito control solution is also available from your local pest control company who will be able to eliminate your problem through the use of a controlled pesticide.

Article provided by Attack Pest Control