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Tom’s Guide
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Cynthia Lawrence

How to get rid of mosquitoes in your home and your yard

Mosquitoes.

If you’re looking up how to get rid of mosquitoes, odds are there’s a familiar buzzing sound in your home. Mosquitoes are frustrating to say the least— should one go under the radar, it can bite you and leave behind an itchy rash which can be irritating for days. These insects can spread fatal diseases, such as malaria or dengue on contact too, so it’s essential that you avoid bites and deal with any rogue mosquitoes where possible. 

There are small steps you can take to discourage mosquitoes — in fact, we’ve found 9 plants that repel mosquitoes  But, if you want guidance on how to get rid of mosquitoes, we’ve rounded up the best methods to deter these insects from your home and yard. We will cover home remedies as well as how to get rid of mosquito bites. So you can finally get a good night’s sleep without fear of bites in the morning. 

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