Don’t let mosquitos spoil your backyard fun

Submitted by HOMEMASTERS PEST CONTROL

The scene is set for the perfect spring afternoon. The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and the grill is open for business.

You’ve got everything you need for a good time in your backyard oasis — that is until some unwanted guests show up.

Of course, we’re talking about mosquitos. They don’t care that you’ve endured a long winter, or that you’d really like to enjoy your backyard. They only care about one thing — blood. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to make your space a little less attractive to those little pests.

These include:

▸ Eliminate standing water — buckets of rain water, ditches that don’t drain well and bird baths can be breeding grounds for mosquitoes.

▸ Plant power — plants like lavender, sage and rosemary emit distinctive odors which can make people harder for mosquitos to sniff out.

▸ Dress light — light colors are best for avoiding unwanted attention.

▸ Timing is everything — mosquitos are most active at dawn and dusk, which is unfortunately when dinner time tends to be.

Even if you follow all of these rules, you live in Johnston County. That means there’s likely a river or pond nearby and you’re going to have at least some mosquitos around.

That’s when you consider having a licensed and insured professional come and spray your yard. We recommend treatment every 30 days from April through September for best results. And don’t worry, the proper chemicals are tough on mosquitoes, but safe for your pets and children.

Want to learn more about dealing with mosquitos? Call HomeMasters Pest Control at 919-938-4575 or visit HomeMastersPest.com.