One of the best parts of summer is that there are people getting together and spending more time outdoors. A summer BBQ is a night well spent. However, that BBQ can be quickly ruined by some unwanted guests. Mosquitoes are attracted to barbecues due to a combination of factors, including the release of carbon dioxide (CO2) from both the grill and human breath, the warmth of the grill and people, and the presence of food-related smells. Additionally, mosquitoes are attracted to moisture, humidity, and even certain fragrances that may be present during a barbecue. Anytime mosquitoes show up to your BBQ, everyone is miserable pretty quickly. However, mosquitoes don’t have to be present the next time you invite neighbors and friends over for dinner. There are things you can do to keep them away. Defense Pest Control is here to share some tips to ensure that mosquitoes aren’t on your guest list for your next BBQ.
Steps to Keep Mosquitoes Away from Your Outdoor Gathering
There are several steps that homeowners can take to keep mosquitoes away from their outdoor gatherings. Following these steps can be beneficial.
– Eliminate Standing Water: If you have any low spots in your yard that seem to gather and pool up when the sprinklers are on or it rains, it is important to fill them in so that there aren’t any places for mosquitoes to lay eggs. They can lay eggs in something as small as a bottle lid. Make sure there are no places where water is pooling.
– Time It Right: Understanding the time of day where the mosquito population will peak can help you avoid them as well. They are going to be the most active at dawn and dusk. Planning around those times will help you keep mosquitoes at bay. If you are wanting to have a gathering during those times, consider adding an oscillating fan to the party as the slight breeze will keep them away as well.
– Natural Repellants: You can try to deter mosquitoes by putting natural repellants throughout your yard. This includes marigolds, lavender, mint and even citronella candles. They may not completely fix the problem, but it can help lessen it.
– Cover Food & Trash: You may not realize this, but when you have sugary or oil foods out for long periods of time, it can attract pests of all kinds, even mosquitoes. Make sure that when you’re done entertaining with food, you clean it up to keep mosquitoes and other pests away.
– Call on Pest Control: The best way to make sure that you don’t have any mosquitoes at your next gathering is to enlist the help of professionals. Professional pest control services will treat mosquitoes at the source and help you enjoy your time outside no matter what time of the day it is.
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Before you have friends over for a BBQ, make sure you are working with Defense Pest Control to keep your property free of mosquitoes. They don’t only deliver itchy bites, but they also carry dangerous diseases. You can trust in our services to help eliminate this risk so you can enjoy entertaining in the great outdoors. Call us today!