Having a mosquito infestation can make it hard to enjoy spending time in your yard. Professional New Jersey mosquito control can help eliminate these pests, but you can also take steps on your own to prevent mosquito bites. You might have heard about mosquito repellents containing DEET or permethrin. Which should you use for more effective protection from mosquitoes?
DEET
DEET is a type of mosquito repellent that protects exposed skin from mosquito bites. You can apply DEET to areas of exposed skin to keep mosquitoes from feeding on you. DEET is also suitable to use on clothes. Just make sure you don’t apply DEET to areas of skin that are covered with clothing.
Permethrin
Permethrin is type of mosquito repellent that’s used for treating clothing and outdoor gear. While this repellent can effectively prevent mosquito bites, it’s not safe to use on exposed skin. You can treat shoes, jackets, pants, other clothing, and outdoor gear with mosquito repellent containing permethrin, but keep it off your skin.
DEET vs. Permethrin
Which should you use to keep mosquitoes away? A combination of both can give you added protection from these pests. Apply DEET repellent to exposed skin, and treat clothing and gear with permethrin. Using both can allow you to spend more time outdoors without having to worry about ending up with tons of mosquito bites.
If you have a mosquito problem, contact Allison Pest Control today. We offer effective New Jersey mosquito control to keep these pests out of your yard and home.
