This is such an itchy subject and brings on one of the most common asked questions, how do I get rid of the Mosquitoes, how do I stop the itch. Well the most full proof plan to get rid of Mosquitoes is to move to Antarctica or Iceland as they don't have Mosquitoes, if that isn't possible, then you can always wear a Mosquito proof suit. Ok, so if you have scratched the above of your list, we will share some DIY methods with you below, that you can try for yourself, now please bare in mind that what works for you, might not work for George down the road, so the best is to try it. We have ointments, space spray solutions, medical options and even some options for the braai and camp fires, down below. There are also various exclusion methods that you can employ at home to bring the population count and re-population count down. Now there is one thing to keep in mind when you deal with a mosquito infestation, DIY methods and an Integrated Pest Management system can provide good control and even get to be near perfect, however, seeking out breeding spots in an urban area is not always possible, some mosquito species can travel up to 7 miles from where they bred, so difficulty will be the key word here. Let's look at some DIY methods. If these DIY efforts fail to bring sufficient comfort and relief, please phone Roach Approach S.A for more assistance, we also provide control for Rodents, Rats, Cockroaches, Flies, Ants, Bedbugs, Fleas, Book lice and many more Pests. Please bare in mind that the DIY repellent could be harmful in excessive use, in young children and might not be helpful for people with certain ailments, always refer to product instructions and cautions before using a product.
1. Dettol Solution A well known mosquito repellent is 2 parts baby oil and 1 part Dettol. To oily for your liking, you can also use water as your base and either wipe on or use it as a spray on. 2. Dettol for breeding spots Dettol can be added to stagnant water, if this stagnant water is found on your property, like the Aircon drip tray and even the water that drains out of the pipe and becomes a stagnant water spot, 5ml Dettol per liter of water should do the trick. Make sure to clean gutters and not over fill water plants or flower beds. 3. Lemon eucalyptus oil 1 part lemon eucalyptus oil to 10 parts sunflower oil or witch hazel. Be careful when using it for children under 5 as it could be harmful. 4. Lavender Simply take some lavender oil with a cloth and rub it on your skin, if you are more of a natural person that loves gardening, try growing your own plant and crushing the flowers to extract the oil for use. 5. Cinnamon oil Now if you don't mind smelling like a freshly baked pan cake then the cinnamon oil might do the trick. Simply add 1/4 teaspoon oil to 120ml water, the spray can be used as a space spray, on upholstery, cupboards, plants, cloths and yes your skin. Avoid when hungry, as you might stop the mosquito bites but might not be able to stop your own hunger bites. 6. Thyme leaves Now for the outdoor people, that loves braaiing and those long evenings around the camp fire, you can burn some thyme leaves, this provides a mosquito free area for 60-90 minutes, giving you more "thyme" to enjoy the company of friends. 7. Citronella Citronella has provided protection to many people over the years, till some clever people started messing around with the formulation and then we got cheap watered down formulations and this has actually started to spoil the reputation of Citronella. See the DIY Recipe Add 3 to 4 tablespoons of fresh or dried citronella to a cup of boiling water. Add 1 cup of witch hazel or rubbing alcohol. If desired, add 1/2 teaspoon of vegetable glycerin. Pour mixture into a spray bottle and store it in a cool place, such as the fridge. Shake before spraying. 8. Exclusion methods Mosquito screens can be a very effective exclusion method for Windows and even doors, giving you the comfort of the fresh air while pushing the mosquito into a frustrated state when they realize that they can see you, but they can't get to you. Need help Roach Approach S.A can provide you with Mosquito screens custom made for your property. 9. Mosquito lights Mosquito lights are also very effective tools in the effort to bring mosquito issues to an end. Need help Roach Approach S.A can provide lights and also installation of these units. 10. Space spray units, putting up space spray units with some bug spray can also be an effective method for your home. Need help Roach Approach S.A does installation of space spray units and provides space sprays that are most effective on Mosquitoes and many other Pests. Once you have tried some of these DIY methods and they work, please write a comment on our blog to encourage friends, family and neighbours suffering with the same issues to do the same, also, if you have a full proof DIY remedy, please write to us or share it on our blog. For those suffering with heavy bites and itchy reactions that drives you mad, speak to your doctor to enquire about a chronically recommended antihistamine to relieve you from the Mosquito nightmare during the warmer months. Remember, with most Pests, a multiple solution approach works best.
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