Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How long does the application last?
A. Approximately 21 days
Q. Does it kill just mosquitoes or other bugs as well? And does it kill all mosquitoes?
A. Yes, it kills mosquitoes, ticks, chiggers, fleas and several other bugs. There is no way to kill all your mosquitoes, however you can expect a 90% to 95% reduction, resulting in a comfortable outdoor area for you to enjoy.
Q. Is it safe to use around water?
A. Yes, our organic treatments are safe for fish and other aquatic life. Allowing us to treat water front areas where other chemicals could cause severe damage.
Q. How long after a spray until we can use the grass again?
A. You can walk on your grass immediately after application as our organic product is safe, however we recommend that you wait at least 30 minutes to insure that the product has dried.
Q. How can barrier spray continue to kill mosquitoes?
A. Mosquitoes feed on plant nectars, when they attempt to feed on sprayed plants the residual from the organic spray will kill them.
Fun Facts
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There are many different species of mosquitoes (170 in North America alone)
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Average life span is 2 months
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Only females bite/ they need the protein for their eggs
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Mosquitoes hibernate
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They are attracted to dark clothing
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The diseases transmitted by mosquitoes kill more people than any other cause.
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Mosquitoes pose a threat to public health, spreading everything from west nile virus, encephalitis, dengue fever, malaria, and even heart worms in pets
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One female mosquito may lay 100 to 300 eggs at one time
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A mosquito develops from an egg to adulthood in 4 to 7 days
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Mosquitoes rarely travel farther than 300 feet from their birth place
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Mosquitoes breed in standing water (eliminating standing water on your property will reduce your risk)