Mosquito Misting vs. Fogging vs. Barrier Treatment: Here’s What You Need to Know

Hire a Mosquito and Pest Control CompanyEvery summer, homeowners must deal with mosquitoes and other insects as they take part in outdoor activities in their yards. Enjoying outdoor activities and fresh air is healthy for adults and children alike if they do not suffer insect bites. Because mosquitoes can carry diseases, everyone should avoid being bitten. In addition to mosquito repellent creams and body sprays, there are mosquito repellent systems for the whole yard, play area, or patio area.

Hire a Mosquito and Pest Control Company

Swat Mosquito Misting Systems can provide misting and other insect control systems to protect homeowners and their families. The news reports cases of mosquito-born diseases such as West Nile and Zika viruses in many parts of the country. Homeowners want to keep their families safe while they enjoy the outdoor areas around their homes. People living in Florida and the southeast part of the United States must be especially careful.

Choosing the correct insect control company and the correct mosquito control system is a necessity in this area. The system must be effective yet safe for family members. In addition to mosquitoes, Florida has another annoying biting insect called no-see-ums. They are almost invisible but have a painful bite. The misting systems can kill both mosquitoes and no-see-ums. When both insects are gone, family members will spend more time outdoors playing and enjoying the fresh air and famous Florida sunshine.

Misting systems sprays are effective for a couple of hours after each spray and are programmed to spray several times per day. A misting system is an automated system installed on the homeowner’s property in areas where pests are not wanted, such as patios and play areas. The system is custom-designed for each homeowner and their unique property layout. The systems are low-profile, meaning they are not readily visible or in the way.

The system has spray nozzles mounted strategically around a home’s perimeter in the landscaping and on the building. These nozzles are connected to tubing and the source of insecticide to deliver a fine mist of insect repellent chemicals at timed intervals. The system can be preset with a timer or turned on with a switch or remote control
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This misting system can be remotely controlled and monitored to make sure it is working properly and has the correct amount of chemicals. This mobile application can be installed on electronic devices such as smartphones. Having an automated mosquito control system in place makes it so the family members can go outside anytime they want without worrying about insect bites. The misting system can be programmed to spay the mist at times convenient to the family and their schedule.

Some people will worry about the safety of misting systems and the chemicals they use. The best companies, such as Swat Mosquito Systems, use safe non-hazardous chemicals such as botanical repellents in their misting systems. People who react badly to personal insect repellent sprays and lotions on their bodies may find misting systems better for them.

Using Misting systems Safely

Homeowners can follow a few safety rules when installing and using misting systems to keep their families safe.

· Choose an insect control company whose installers and technicians know and comply with all state licensing registration, and certification rules. The company must also comply with government safety requirements for the installation of the system and the chemicals used.

· The installer must correctly calibrate the system to apply the correct amount of pesticide as noted on the pesticide label. The nozzles should be installed to spray toward the target area or areas without spraying eating and cooking areas, swimming pools, fish ponds, or play areas.

· The nozzles must be placed less than 10 feet high to avoid chemical drift in the surrounding area, and the nozzles must be pointed away from air conditioners and additional home air intake equipment.

· The timing of the misting is also important for safety. The misting should not be scheduled at times when people, pets, or food are in the area. Set the automatic misting for times people or pets won’t be using the area. But, since the chemicals only work for a couple of hours, don’t waste misting during the night or when the family is away. Turn the system off when the family will be gone for extended periods, such as vacations.

· Make sure the system components are not accessible to children. The reservoir and operating system should be locked. The system should be inspected regularly to avoid malfunctioning and leaking of chemicals. Replace the tubing and nozzles as needed. This is where having a company maintaining the misting system is a good idea.

· Use the system only when insects are most active and do not use it during high winds, storms, or when the temperature is below 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

Additional Mosquito and Insect Control Systems

Fogging lasts only while the treatment is taking place. Fogging is a system that uses heated chemicals to kill adult mosquitoes in their path when released. The chemicals do not remain in the air after the fogging is complete. It is a short-term way of getting rid of adult mosquitoes for an event or each time family members are going to be outside. The advantage of fogging is that it does not affect the area once the fogging is complete. This may be good for families concerned with chemical exposure.

The disadvantage of fogging is that it is not a long-term solution and must be repeated as needed.

Barrier Treatments are meant to last up to 21 days with one application. This mosquito control system must be applied by certified pest control experts. It will be designed for each customer and yard. The chemicals are sprayed on the whole yard and designed to interfere with the life cycle of the mosquitoes, getting rid of both adults and larvae. This insect control method must avoid flowering plants and water features. They can impact pollinators and beneficial insects. There may be a specified time for the family and pets to avoid the sprayed area after the chemicals are applied. This is a one-time per month long-lasting treatment.

Each type of mosquito control system has advantages and disadvantages, so each homeowner should hire the best pest control company and rely on the knowledge and experience of the company technician. Costs for each system are different and depend on the homeowner’s needs and the size of the yard.

Comments

  1. This was super informative to read. I really did not know anything about misting systems for mosquito treatments that is something I will consider.