How to Control Outdoor Pests, Naturally

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Control Outdoor Pests, Naturally

here are some tips on preventing bug bites

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Step 1

mosquitoes can carry malaria or the west nile virus, which can cause flu like symptoms. for population controll of mosquitoes, remove all sources of standing water. mosquitoes need only one quarter inch of water to lay their eggs. recognize pools of stagnant water, like in tires, garbage, gutters, or lids.
Step 2

candles or lanterns that burn citronella oil have been used as a mosquito repellent. they are most effective when the air is still.
houseflies transmit germs from sewage and garbage to household food.
diarrhea outbreaks have been linked to the housefly. for population controll of houseflys keep a tight fitted window screen on your windows.
Step 3

keep a lid on your guarbadge pails. to keep ants away from your home. sprinkle wet coffee grounds around your house perimeter. the odor repels ants. patch up wall cracks inside and out with a calk and calk gun. you should be able to buy this at a home improvement store.

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