If you live in Arkansas, you can’t miss the fact that we’ve had what seems to be constant rain lately. With standing puddles of water lingering around for days, this has become an incubator for mosquitoes.

Luckily, mosquito-borne illness isn’t a huge problem here, but they can certainly make being outdoors miserable during intermissions of sunshine. Well, you don't have to be forced back indoors to escape swarms of mosquitoes. Here are a few suggestions that can help you keep your yard free of mosquitoes.

Eliminate standing pools of water

1. Dispose of old cans, tires, and containers that can collect water such as old tires and flowerpots. This eliminates attractive places for mosquito larvae to grow
2. Drain puddles of water and invest in drain systems to prevent water from collecting in the first place.

Reduce weeds around your home

Weeds and thick plant growth are shelter for adult mosquitoes. Mowing your yard (in between rain sessions) and removing brush will eliminate places for mosquitoes to hide.

Install a mosquito misting system

Mosquito misting systems can drastically reduce the number of mosquitoes within the perimeter of the system. Misting systems are timed to release uniform spray mists at regular intervals to maintain a uniform level of repellant throughout the area. These systems are relatively inexpensive and offer peace of mind and comfort.

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