It’s that time of year again—mosquitoes are making their seasonal comeback. But here’s the good news: a little planning goes a long way. With a few smart habits and the right tools, you can get ahead of mosquito season before it becomes a full-blown battle.
Start With Prevention, Not Reaction
The most effective defense is early action. Many homeowners wait until the buzzing starts to respond—but mosquito season prep is most powerful when you start before bites become a daily routine.
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”
— Benjamin Franklin
And when it comes to mosquito control, that ounce could mean everything from emptying standing water to trimming overgrown shrubs before they become breeding havens.
Your Go-To Mosquito Prevention Tips
You don’t need to overhaul your yard to keep mosquitoes away. Instead, focus on consistency and key hot spots.
✔️ Dump and scrub water from planters, birdbaths, and toys weekly
✔️ Keep gutters flowing freely and debris-free
✔️ Use yellow outdoor lights that don’t attract insects
✔️ Add screens or netting around outdoor seating areas
✔️ Maintain your lawn and prune shady overgrowth
In areas with large green space, a single citronella candle won't cut it. That’s where an outdoor treatment can help. The Tomahawk Backpack Fogger makes it easy to apply mosquito repellents across entire yards, wood lines, or outdoor gathering spaces. It’s a solid line of defense when prevention alone isn’t enough.
“It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the most intelligent... It is the one most adaptable to change.”
— Charles Darwin
Mosquitoes adapt quickly. So should your strategy.
