Useful Information Regarding Insect Spray Systems

By Scott Stevens


There are numerous varieties of insects in the world. To human beings, some insects are of importance since they enhance reproduction in plants through offering assistance in pollination of. However, some insects have more disadvantages than advantages hence are a nuisance. Apart from other bad effects caused by nuisance insects, they spread diseases, making control of their populations mandatory. One must be careful when buying insect spray systems.

In the US, there are statistics that indicate that the number of households that are buying timed-release outdoor residential misting systems is increasing. People buy these systems to control the presence of insects such as mosquitoes and flies around and inside homes. Sources of information such as the media and advertisers usually release misleading information about these systems that make it hard to decide the suitability of these units. To be safe, one should use government sources for information.

These units are referred to by other names such as residential misting systems, and mosquito misters. These pieces of equipment are designed for killing insects including mosquitoes by spraying a fine mist of insecticide on the insect. Normally, these systems have spray nozzles installed on them. The nozzles are then strategically mounted on trees, lawns, fences, and landscaping among other locations.

The installed nozzles around the house are then connected by tubing to an insecticide supply source. By turning a valve attached on the insecticide supply source, all the nozzles release fine mists of spray. Modern products feature timers are an addition which allows them to release insecticide as present time intervals. Others have remote controllers which a person can use to turn then on or off.

For outdoor application, the most commonly used insecticides contain permethrin and pyrethrins. Some products also contain piperronyl butoxide. All products usually have all active ingredients they contain listed on the container label. The kind of insecticides that can be used for outdoor applications are regulated strictly by state governments. One should know what pesticides are allowed for use before installing the mister.

Using forbidden insecticides or other products is an offence before the law. Jail term or steep fines may be charged against people who break this law. The rate at which an individual should apply the insecticide is also indicated on the container label. Protection of the environment, animal, and human life is what all laws in this sector aim to achieve.

The effectiveness of mosquito misters in controlling the general populations of insects is something that has not been dwelt on so much in studies. Determination of the effectiveness of this method still requires more research. Although, the available researched information point to the effect that adopting an integrated approach in which several varied methods are used together is the best way of controlling insects.

For example, for mosquitos to breed, they need water which means that doing away with water sources around the home can control their numbers a lot. Jars, old tires, cans, flower pot saucers, and cinderblocks are among items that may hold water around the compound. Thus, they should be removed. Places where mosquitoes hide such as bushes must be cleared as well.




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