Mosquito Killer

Although small, mosquitoes can be an annoying as well as potentially dangerous insects. Many carry diseases which can be a health hazard not only to humans but also pets such as cats and dogs. If you live in an area where mosquitoes are prevalent it can therefore be common sense to try and control these to reduce the chances of suffering potentially harmful mosquito bites. A simple way to protect both your home and outside areas is to use mosquito misting systems.

Mosquito misting systems are basically a network of tubing and nozzles that is placed around the perimeter of your home. This can be placed at ground level or a better idea can be to run it around the top of the fencing which surrounds your home. The tubing connects the nozzles to a supply of pesticide which is effective at killing mosquitoes.

Typically mosquito misting systems are set to spray a dose of insecticide at set intervals. This can be done manually or a system can also be set up to work automatically using a timer. The nozzles spray out the insecticide in a fine mist and this kills any adult mosquitoes in the area that is sprayed. The most common types of insecticide used in misting systems for mosquitoes contain chemicals such as pyrethrin and permethrin. The mist tends to last in the air only for a short while and it is not considered that the pesticides used present any danger to humans and animals. However not all mosquito pesticides on the market are suitable for use in misting systems and before purchase you need to read the label. Excessive spraying is not recommended and working within the manufacturer’s requirements is common sense. When the system is set to spray a dose of insecticide it can also be sensible to keep young children and pets indoors.

If you decide to use mosquito misting systems for your home contacting your state pesticide regulatory authority can be a good idea. They may have specific rules and regulations about their use and it is worth checking these before setting up a misting system. Some authorities may have restrictions on the type of pesticides which can be used while others may require signs to be installed indicating a misting system is in use.

There are few companies that produce mosquito misting systems for both residential and commercial use. Some of those to consider include Whitmore Micro-Gen, Bug Free Backyards, Mistaway Systems and EcoSmart Technologies. The cost for installing a system will depend on a few factors including the size of the area to be covered and the corresponding number of nozzles required. There are some pre-prepared systems available for purchase with the cost for these typically starting at around $1,000. These are typically for self installation. If you need a custom built system with installation included this will be more expensive.

If your home and outdoor areas suffer from a mosquito problem then using a mosquito misting system is an option to consider. They will help to control and reduce the number of mosquitoes in and around your home and in turn this will ensure that you and your family are less likely to suffer mosquito bites.