With many of us sheltering in place and spending far more time at home than usual, it’s important to get our daily dose of sunshine and vitamin D. Even if it is just a few minutes out daily, everyone in your family can benefit from getting fresh air, rain or shine.
While warm weather makes areas like your porch and patio inviting, these temperatures also wake up insects like wasps, mosquitoes, and carpenter bees, which are notorious for invading these spaces. A pleasant moment on the porch with your dog can quickly turn into a ducking and diving event with a wasp. This can be stressful and ruin some otherwise pleasant moments.
The solution? You can take this time to renovate your outdoor living area to keep the bugs away. Here are some ways to enjoy the outdoors without bugs. The good news? Many of these options don’t cost a lot of money and can be done in an afternoon, or even just minutes.
Get A Bug Zapper
If you have zero time to install any bug-warding structure, then order a bug zapper online and plug it in. This device will attract pesky mosquitoes and wasps away from you and eliminate them on contact. Before you plan on enjoying your porch or patio, turn it on and let it work its magic. This won’t be a 100% foolproof method, but it greatly decreases your odds of being bitten. Bug spray and mosquito coils are still recommended for extra bug protection.
Make a Sun Room
Sun rooms with screens let in plenty of fresh air but keep the bugs out. If you want a perfect installation, you can get professionals (like us!) to install screen doors and panels without you lifting a finger. You can also DIY this by purchasing your own materials and securing them with a staple gun if you want a temporary, seasonal fix. This option isn’t meant for years of use but can last for a few months and keep the bugs away.
Get A Mosquito Tent
If you have an uncovered deck or patio, then you can get immediate relief from bugs by installing a free-standing tent that comes with mosquito netting. Take care to secure the base of the tent and to take it down if there is a storm coming. If your home or roof experiences storm damage, call us at Noble Roofing to inspect it for any insurance claims.
Relax on A Hammock with Mosquito Netting
You can get a set off Amazon.com for less than $100 and relax in a bug-free paradise anywhere in your yard. How’s that for an afternoon nap? The setup is minimal and you can take your bug-free zone anywhere. Either hang it between two trees without a stand or buy a free-standing metal hammock holder to relax on your porch, backyard, or anywhere else adventure calls. Best of all, you can skip the DEET.
Practice Good Pest Control
It’s important to keep the numbers of dangerous bugs like mosquitoes, fleas, and ticks at bay by consistently treating your yard with professional products or hiring pest control pros. Stay consistent with small, practical tasks that prevent bugs from multiplying. Don’t leave pools of standing water in your property. Any items that are left out and pool up water are breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Holes in siding can also attract wasps to build nests, so if you see any breaches, it’s best to get them repaired as soon as possible.
Deck Replacement & Repair in Northern Virginia
Whether you’re looking for better form or function, or simply feel that a new deck is in order, trust Noble Roofing, the preferred choice for all home improvement projects in Centreville VA and its surrounding cities. Give us a call at (703) 404-0505 to speak with our experts. You can also request a free estimate through our online request form today.