How to get rid of mosquitoes in your summer cottage

Repellents for mosquitoes and midges

Insect repellent creams

Aerosols from flying blood-sucking insects

Mosquito bracelets

Mosquito coils

Ultrasonic mosquito repellers

Repellents are insect repellents that affect bloodsuckers even from a distance. The active ingredients of such drugs are permethrin, diethyltoluamide (DEET), remebid, carboxide, essential oils, ultrasound. Mosquito repellents are in great demand during the summer when many people spend time outdoors.

Types of mosquito repellents

There is a wide selection of protective products against mosquitoes and midges. Among them there are those that are applied directly to clothing or the human body, and the effect of some can cover a large area. The most popular means include:

• creams, ointments, lotions;
• sprays and aerosols;
• bracelets;
• essential oils;
• spirals;
• ultrasonic repellers;
• mosquito killers;
• electrofumigators.

Repellents in the form of ignition coils, ultrasonic repellers or electrofumigators affect midges within a radius of several meters. Aroma lamps with essential oils can also be used against insects indoors or outdoors.

Important!

The most effective mosquito repellents contain insecticides. The use of these products by pregnant and lactating women and young children is contraindicated.

Repellents for mosquitoes and midges
Analyzing various reviews of repellents, you can make a rating of the most popular remedies for blood-sucking insects.
Among them are inexpensive drugs, natural repellents and effective long-lasting products. You can purchase them in Moscow stores in the departments of household chemicals or order them online.

Sprays

Repellents in the form of aerosols have gained enormous popularity. They come in two types - oil-based and water-based, strong and weak.

Sprayers with a greasy base are suitable for long walks and trips and may not be washed off until the next wash. Aqueous preparations are good to use in hot weather, when the skin needs additional oxygen supply.

Almost all repellent sprays have a repellent effect. Expensive and high-quality preparations contain moisturizing, softening, and aromatic components.

Aerosols are developed using a special formula that provides reliable protection against mosquitoes, while the active substances are not absorbed into the skin and do not react with the blood.

Some mosquito repellents have a gentle composition, ideal for children. But in case of an allergic reaction, it is better to avoid using them.

Precautions:

use only in small quantities with great caution, avoid contact near the eyes; the child should not have access to the spray, treatment is carried out by adults; the protective agent cannot be sprayed indoors; aerosols are not used for animals, since licking the fur can get inside harmful components; mosquito sprays are not used constantly and uncontrollably.

“Gardex”

The company offers a wide range of protective products. Aerosol “Gardex” is suitable for use outdoors and in residential areas. The mild active ingredients of gardex are ideal for protecting children. They provide mosquito repellent for 10 days and are suitable for children from two years old who are constantly outdoors in the summer. “Gardex” should not be used more than twice a day, apply carefully. It is important not to spray a small child's hands so that he does not accidentally bring them to his mouth.

Gardex mosquito repellent spray is ideal for protecting children from insects in the fresh air

Volume: 75, 100, 150 ml.

Price: from 150 rub.

“Moskitol”

The manufacturer produces various series of repellents for adults and the younger generation. You can purchase “Mosquitall” of a universal type, with a soft protective function, or potent preparations. Despite the large range of products, each type of can is intended for a specific use.

Volume: 75, 100 ml.

Price: from 180 rub.

Spray “Off”

This sprayer provides intense protection against mosquitoes and other small insects for up to 4 hours after first use. When spraying clothes, the protective function is maintained for a long time. Contains 30% active substance, so it is not suitable for children due to its toxicity. The repellent is used at a distance of 20 cm from the body no more than three times a day. “Off” spray is a strong product that can cause various allergic reactions.

Volume: 100 ml.

Price: from 100 rub.

Creams and ointments

The main and most common component of mosquito repellent creams and ointments is DEET. The effectiveness of the product depends on the concentration of this substance. A series of Deta anti-mosquito products of the same name is produced. Children's mosquito repellent ointments contain the less toxic component IR3535, which does its job no worse than other repellents.

Mosquito repellent lotions, creams and ointments should be applied to exposed areas of the body. When tanning, to avoid mosquito bites, first apply tanning product to the skin, and after 15 minutes apply mosquito repellent cream or lotion. After taking water procedures, the effectiveness of insect repellents noticeably decreases.

Off Family

Mosquito repellent in convenient containers of 50 and 150 ml is presented by a manufacturer from the USA. Off spray is based on DEET, aloe vera extract and various fragrances with a pleasant smell. The content of the active substance in the cream is small, so it can be applied directly to the skin. The Off series of products also produces baby cream in a 75 ml tube.

Aerosols and sprays

Aerosols against flying blood-sucking insects
The best mosquito repellents are presented in the form of sprays. They are easy to use and economical in consumption. A bottle of aerosol should be sprayed onto the skin or clothing at a distance of 10-15 cm. To prevent the drug from getting into the eyes, cover your face with your palm and apply the product in the absence of wind.

On a note!

Aerosols can be sprayed onto curtains on windows or doorways. This technique will create a barrier for mosquitoes when they try to enter a house or apartment.

The sprays contain highly active ingredients based on insecticides, so they should be used with caution by pregnant women and small children. There are special children's sprays on sale. People with hypersensitivity are at risk of an allergic reaction. Before use, it is recommended to carefully read the instructions.

Why fight mosquitoes in your summer cottage?

Although mosquitoes occupy an important place in the ecological system, we are actively fighting them. This is because they carry infectious diseases and a variety of allergens. Many children have an individual intolerance to the components that pests inject into the blood. Therefore, parents try to save their kids from these unpleasant insects.

Some species of mosquitoes carry diseases such as encephalitis, as well as malaria. This doesn't happen often, but similar cases have been recorded. Therefore, a timely treated site and house eliminates many problems. After all, only in this case can you freely watch the TV program. Before purchasing a compound or device, it is necessary to determine the appropriate substance or device.

Mosquito bracelets

Mosquito bracelets
Protective insect bracelets are made from various materials: polymer, fabric, plastic, silicone. There are three types of bracelets:

• with impregnation from the active substance;
• with replaceable cartridges;
• with a capsule built inside.

Natural oils of lavender, mint, geranium, and citronella are often used as impregnation. They do not have a strong effect against insects, but they can scare them away during a short walk in a park or forest.

For reusable use, cartridges and capsules can be replaced, and a couple of drops of essential oil can be applied to the fabric base. It is recommended to store the bracelet in a sealed bag.

The most popular manufacturers of protective bracelets: Gardex, Bugstop, Bugslock. Prices for repellents of this type range from 100 to 300 rubles.

Essential oils

The scents of many essential oils are used to repel mosquitoes, midges and other blood-sucking insects. The most effective essential oils in the fight against midges are the following:

• geranium;
• lavender;
• mint;
• eucalyptus;
• citronella;
• carnation;
• rosemary;
• thyme;
• basil and others.

Natural repellents are widely used to protect babies under one year of age from insects. Apply drops of oil to the child's skin and rub lightly. Oils also have a calming effect on insect bites. To get rid of mosquitoes indoors, you can light an aroma lamp with essential oil.

Treatment with chemicals

To completely get rid of mosquitoes on the site, summer residents use chemical compounds and preparations. Experts note that the use of insecticidal substances is more profitable, since with their help they can cope with adults, pupae and larvae. The area is treated against mosquitoes using special chemicals and insecticides. Before treating the dacha, it is necessary to select a substance with active ingredients. Using a device, mosquito repellent liquid is sprayed around the perimeter of the dacha. When spraying liquid, use personal protective equipment.

Before you fight blood-sucking mosquitoes in your country house, you need to study the basic plan of action. After all, processing is carried out in several stages. At each stage, insecticidal liquid is sprayed in a specific area:

1. Local area. The selected product for treating the area against mosquitoes is applied around the perimeter. Do not spray the destructive composition on trees, flowering shrubs and plants.
2. The buildings. All objects located on the territory of the summer cottage are carefully processed. Particular attention is paid to drains, plinths and utility structures. If there are containers with stagnant water on the territory, they are checked for the presence of larvae. After this, you need to treat the area against mosquitoes.
3. Residential building. Since high moisture and lack of sunlight are important for pests, it is necessary to check basements and attics. If larvae or pupae are found, the areas must be cleaned and protected with medications.
4. Shrubs and trees. Small blood-sucking pests often accumulate in the dense crowns of trees and bushes. This is because in these places the humidity level is higher. When selecting products suitable for protection against mosquitoes in the countryside, it is necessary to take into account the characteristics of the plants.
5. Artificial and natural reservoirs. To prevent larvae from accumulating in such reservoirs and adults from appearing, appropriate active components are poured into them. To get rid of midges and mosquitoes, do not use chemicals that can affect aquatic plants and fauna.

Before you protect yourself from mosquitoes in your dacha, you need to install a mosquito killer and traps. Outside the fence, selected chemicals are sprayed against flies and blood-sucking insects. With their help, summer residents form a buffer zone that insects cannot overcome. If everything is done correctly, then there will be no trace of mosquitoes in the dacha.

Mosquito coils

Mosquito coils
An indispensable repellent for lovers of outdoor recreation is a mosquito coil. It is a product made from wood flour in the form of a spiral. The flour is impregnated with the chemical d-allethrin, which has a paralytic effect on mosquitoes.

To use a spiral, you need to set its edge on fire and blow it out so that the smoldering process begins. The spiral should be placed at a distance of 1-2 meters from the person. For 7-8 hours, smoke will be released, protecting people from insects within a radius of several meters.

Important!

Mosquito coils should not be used in confined spaces. There is a risk of smoke poisoning.

Smoke from the coil can have harmful effects on the health of pregnant women and young children. In windy weather, the effectiveness of the repellent is significantly reduced. Popular brands of repellents are Picnic, Taiga, Help, Goodnight, Raptor, Mosquitoll. The average price for a package of spirals is 150 rubles. There are 10-15 pieces in a package.

Chemical methods of killing mosquitoes

Chemical mosquito repellents
In this case, drugs that are toxic to insects are used. Mosquito repellent chemicals are very effective. In addition, it helps fight other pests, which include ticks, bedbugs, midges and a number of others.

Note! This method of killing mosquitoes in a summer cottage is not recommended if there are small children who are very susceptible to any toxic substances.

How do you still fight mosquitoes in your summer cottage? The simplest and most affordable method among chemicals is personal insecticides. They are applied to the skin and repel insects with a pungent odor. Deta Aqua helps against mosquitoes in the country. It is also recommended to apply it to door frames, chairs and other surfaces where these bloodsucking creatures often live. Insecticide - excellent against pests, especially when there are small numbers of them.

Another option is a mosquito smoke bomb. Each of them has a different range of action. For a summer cottage, suitable means are designed for 15 meters of action. However, the checker will have to be used systematically, because the insects will return after a certain period of time, but in smaller numbers. Another method is pest control by specialists.

What other means are used to treat the area against mosquitoes? The following are considered the most effective:

• Digital;
• Medilis cyper;
• Bioneutral I50.

Cifox

The drug belongs to the broad-spectrum category, that is, it helps fight all blood-sucking insects, which include bedbugs and ticks. Its peculiarity is that it also acts in an aquatic environment. This allows you to get rid of mosquitoes already at the larval stage.

When it comes to how to treat your garden plot against midges and mosquitoes yourself, Tsifroks shows good results. First, it kills insects over a long period of time. Secondly, it does not require special preparation before processing. Thirdly, no special skills are required during use.

Medilis cyper

The second treatment that shows good results. Clothing treated with the product does not repel blood-sucking insects. But upon contact with it, the pests become paralyzed and die. Their numbers are rapidly decreasing, which makes it possible to get rid of the problem completely.

Bioneutral I50

Another mosquito repellent for treating the area, also effective on other insects. It is even used in the fight against garden pests and does not harm plants during use.

Among the advantages are the following:

• ease of use and storage;
• gets rid of mosquitoes in your summer cottage, as well as tick and bedbug scourges;
• the solution is quickly prepared;
• one liter is enough to process 25 acres.

Note! Crayons and gels will be safer, but less effective. Their duration of action does not last long: they get rid of pests only for a certain short period of time (from a week to a month).

And so, chemistry is the key to successful insect control. The main thing is to follow all safety measures and act strictly according to the instructions so that the drugs do not harm people.

Ultrasonic repellers

Ultrasonic mosquito repellers
The principle of operation of the device is to emit ultrasonic waves at a certain frequency, which is extremely unpleasant for mosquitoes. Insects feel discomfort under the influence of these waves and fly away.

Repellers are capable of emitting waves over an area of ​​up to 100 square meters. The effectiveness of the device has not been officially proven. It is difficult to measure how accurately a device falls within a certain frequency range. Prices for repellers vary greatly depending on the number of settings and the manufacturer - from 300 to 2000 rubles.