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How do I get rid of mosquitoes in my yard?
Quick answer
Dump standing water weekly (buckets, gutters, saucers), keep grass mowed and brush trimmed, and use mosquito dunks in water you can't drain. For heavy pressure, barrier sprays by a licensed pro reduce numbers for 3–4 weeks.
Step by step
- 1Dump standing water weekly
- 2Clean gutters
- 3Use dunks in ponds and barrels
- 4Consider barrier spray
Common questions
Do citronella candles work?
Only within a few feet; removing breeding water works far better.
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