How to Protect Your Home and Family from Mosquitoes?

Mosquitoes are known as the world’s deadliest pests because of their small bodies. Mosquitoes can spread diseases such as dengue and Zika Virus with just one bite from an infected mosquito; humans have long been in contact with and at war with these annoying animals.

Do you know? Mosquitoes do not see well, and they depend on their sense of smell to find their prey. 

Here are five reasons why mosquitoes bite

1. Female mosquitoes need blood to help their eggs develop
2. Their peak time for eating is near dawn or in the evening
3. The heat and carbon dioxide you emit are greater
4. You just finished exercising
5. You wear dark clothing that provides a better contrast for mosquitoes to land on

Home and family protection tips

1. Install mosquito nets
2. Use repellent
3. Wear long-sleeved clothing
4. Clean and dry standing water; clean breeding grounds
5. Keep the room cool

Most mosquito breeding sites in Indonesia are found in residential areas. Homeowners should increase awareness by eliminating breeding sources in order to effectively break the deadly loop cycle.

While DIY care works to prevent and protect your family and loved ones from mosquitoes, professional assistance can increase protection and control mosquito populations both inside and outside the home.

Find out more about Rentokil’s professional mosquito repellent solutions by calling us at 150808 or emailing us at [email protected]