Have you been looking for a way to enjoy your outdoor space without the worry of pesky mosquitoes? We have the perfect solution for you! Mosquitoes can be a nuisance, no matter where you live (especially the south!). They not only create an annoying buzz, but they can also carry diseases and cause itchy bites that can last for days. Therefore, it is important to take the necessary steps to keep your home free of mosquitoes. Here are some DIY solutions that you can use to get rid of mosquitoes in your home. 1. Eliminate Standing Water Mosquitoes need standing water in order to lay their eggs an ..read more

Mosquitos can be a nuisance, not to mention a health hazard. Many homeowners are now turning to mosquito misting systems to help keep their yards mosquito-free. But how effective are these systems at controlling the little buggers? Here we will discuss the benefits of using a misting system and why it is an important part of your lawn maintenance plan.  How Do Mosquito Misting Systems Work? Mosquito misting systems use a blend of insecticides specifically designed to kill mosquitoes and other insects. The solution is stored in tanks and then dispersed through a series of nozzles that are ..read more

In the same way a sprinkler system’s spray times need to be adjusted seasonally to be most effective, it’s important to consider the best time to spray for mosquitoes. If you are treating your yard’s mosquito population with an automated mosquito misting system, you will get the best results by misting at the right moment. The best times to activate outdoor residential misting systems is when mosquitoes are active and people and pets are not. Spray for mosquitoes when they are most active For the most effective treatment of the adult mosquitoes, it’s important to target the spray when they ar ..read more

Maintaining your mosquito misting system is an important step for optimized performance. Mosquito misting systems need to be serviced regularly; this ensures you are well prepared for the mosquito season. General Maintenance Filling the chemical concentrate, checking nozzles for clogs, clean or replace your filter, making sure there are no leaks are things to do before and during season. If you find any problems, you can clean or replace your filter and/or nozzles and make other needed repairs. Of course if you are on a service plan with a mosquito misting company, they should be doing these t ..read more

Easily Transform Your Patio Into A Watermelon-Eating Haven Let’s face it, Houston can get hot in the summer. However, regardless of the heat, there’s no reason we shouldn’t enjoy time with family and friends outdoors if we wish. The best way to get everyone together is to host a backyard BBQ! One way to liven the mood of a BBQ is to spruce up your backyard. Don’t let the Houston heat scare you off from enjoying the outdoors with your loved ones this summer! Here are some quick and easy ways to make your outdoor living space into a summer fun retreat   Decorate Your Space You can turn you ..read more

While many states get to enjoy the normal mosquito season, late spring through the early fall months, those of us in the southern, humid states know all too well that the best mosquito control is needed for much of the year, and you can utilize our easy do-it-yourself misting system to keep these pests away! States like Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, and Texas face more humidity, which mosquitos thrive in, throughout the year than many other regions, so having a mosquito control structure, like a misting system, is vital in order to keep these disease-spreading insects away and to recla ..read more

Mosquito season begins slowly in the spring, peaks in the summer, and tapers off in the fall… But, depending on where you live, it might seem like mosquito season lasts all year long. And yes, in some states, this may be true. No matter where you live, though, mosquitoes are frustrating. So, the best way to avoid these pests and their itchy bites is to know when they’re most active in your state so you can help defend yourself! The Perfect Conditions Mosquitoes thrive under certain conditions, and these conditions can typically help us determine when we will expect to see them. Typically, mosq ..read more

We all know that mosquitoes are most prevalent in the summer, especially in places like Texas along with our southern neighbors (Alabama, Louisiana, etc.). If you’ve ever tried to lie in the grass on a warm day, you’ve probably gotten up to find you have a couple mosquito bites – or more – as a souvenir. Then the cold (or not so cold) winter comes along, and you might wonder: how do the mosquitoes survive it? And better yet, how do they live and then come back for the summer? Hibernation First and foremost, it’s important to understand the mosquito life cycle: The female mosquito lays eggs in ..read more

When we think of deadly animals, we tend to think about sharks, snakes, and bears (oh my!). But, in fact, the deadliest animal in the world is by far the mosquito. Did you know that mosquitos kill more than 725,000 people every year?! Scary right…? This meager, long-legged insect that annoys, bites, and leaves you with an itchy welt is not just a nuisance – it can be very dangerous – but that’s okay! Read on to learn more about these tiny insects. Protect Your Furry Friends Before a backyard barbeque or a weekend camping trip in the mountains, we humans arm ourselves with bug sprays, citronell ..read more

Easily transform your patio into a harvest-inspired haven. Believe it or not, Autumn is not JUST about Pumpkin Spice Lattes (we’ll save our PSL obsession for another post). It’s also a great time of year to have a lot of fun in an outdoor living space with your loved ones or relax in your own cozy nook. Although we are in rainy Houston, TX, there is no reason to pack up your patio furniture now that it’s the beginning of fall. Turn your porch, deck, patio, or yard into a welcoming hangout and continue to enjoy the outdoors. Plus – this is a fantastic time of year to pick up patio furniture, gr ..read more