Like everything else, the rainy season too has its positives and negatives. The wonderful rains also bring along with themselves a host of monsoon or rainy season pests such as mosquitoes and other bugs of various kinds. These are not just irritating but can also cause a host of diseases. This is why it is important to get rid of them. There are many ways you can prevent mosquitoes from biting or coming close and this article will help you know about these. The following are some of the best ways to get rid of mosquitoes in rainy season:
1. Clear out stagnant water
Most mosquitoes and other monsoon pests breed in collected or stagnant water. The best way to avoid them or get rid of them is by clearing out stagnant water from your indoors as well as surroundings. As soon as water collects in animal dishes, gardens, coolers and other areas, make sure you clear it before it can attract disease causing mosquitoes.
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2. Keep doors and windows shut
It is best to keep all the doors and windows of the house shut especially when it is raining. If you need some ventilation, then use window nets so that no mosquitoes or other kinds of rainy season pests enter your abode and pose a risk of diseases.
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3. Use camphor
One of the best ways to get rid of mosquitoes in rainy season is to make use of camphor. Camphor which is commonly known as ‘Kapura’ in India acts as an effective mosquito repellent and a small piece of it can be placed at various spots in the house. Place it and leave the room closed for a few minutes. Doing so will leave your room a mosquito free area.
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4. Use natural plants and shrubs
Our nature has presented us with solutions to so many of our problems and one of it is that it offers us many natural mosquito repellents. Yes, plants like Neem, tulsi, lemon grass and marigold etc not just add beauty to your house but also repel insects and mosquitoes. They can be placed in the house as their aroma and fragrance is enough to keep your home and family safe from disease causing mosquitoes.
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5. Use insect sprays and coils
Using insect repellent sprays and installing mosquito repellent coils in the house can also help you stay away from mosquitoes during the rainy season. These are easily available in the market and can be bought at reasonable prices. Their fragrance or aroma helps to repel various kinds of insects and they thus keep you safe.
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6. Use Garlic
Garlic has Larvicidal properties which help you kill mosquitoes. All you need to do is to crush a few garlic cloves and boil them along with about two cups of water. Allow the liquid to cool for sometime and then empty it in a spray bottle. Use this to spray the solution in the house to get rid of mosquitoes.
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Now that you know the best ways to get rid of mosquitoes in rainy season, you too can try a few and see the difference in mosquitoes in and around the house. It is important to keep yourself and your surroundings clean as well to repel these insects. For commercial cleaning services, you can contact Mr Right.