Tips for reducing mosquito population after Austin’s recent summer storms.
Austin just got drenched—and with all that standing water, mosquitoes are gearing up for a population boom.
At GreenGuard USA, we know what’s coming: the deadliest animal in the world is about to hatch in your backyard.
Here’s how to stop it before it starts:
1. Drain Standing Water Immediately
Mosquitoes only need a bottle cap’s worth of water to lay hundreds of eggs. After a storm, check these common breeding grounds:
Gutters and downspouts
Flowerpot saucers
Kiddie pools, buckets, and tarps
Wheelbarrows and trash can lids
Birdbaths and pet bowls (change water daily)
Pro Tip: Walk your property 24–48 hours after the rain and tip out everything.
2. Treat Areas That Hold Water You Can’t Dump and deploy water traps with larvicide
For puddles, drains, and permanent water features, use larvicide. GreenGuard USA’s larvicidal treatment service is available as an add on for our CO2 tank exchange service. Our eco-safe formulas stop larvae from becoming biting adults, without harming bees or pets.
3. Deploy CO₂ Mosquito Traps
Mosquitoes are attracted to CO₂, the gas we exhale. Our traps mimic human breath to lure and kill mosquitoes before they can breed or bite.
No sprays. No fogging. No hassle.
4. Cut Back Overgrowth, consider mosquito repelling plants
Mosquitoes rest in cool, damp vegetation during the day. Mow tall grass, trim hedges, and clear debris to make your yard less inviting. Mosquito repelling plants can be used for passive defense. These plants include: lemongrass, citronella, lavender, basil, marigolds, peppermint, catnip (nepeta cataria), rosemary, sage, bee balm (monarda)
5. Use Lemon eucalyptus mosquito repellent balls
Placed near the patio, grill, and kids’ play area, and any seating areas to actively repel mosquitoes. These work great in combination with the trapping methods above.
6. Avoid Dusk-to-Dawn Exposure
Mosquitoes are most active at dawn and dusk. Wear long sleeves, use repellent with oil of lemon eucalyptus, and consider moving evening activities indoors for the next few days.
7. Call GreenGuard USA
Austin’s climate makes mosquito season long, and storm after storm can trigger explosive hatching cycles.
GreenGuard USA offers:
CO₂ mosquito trap rentals (no upfront cost)
Proprietary barrier treatments
Larvicide applications
CO₂ tank refills and maintenance
Lemon Eucalyptus mosquito repellent balls
We’re based in Austin. We know how to fight your mosquitoes.
Bottom Line:
Heavy rain means one thing in Austin, mosquitoes are coming. But with the right steps and smart technology, you can stop the outbreak before it starts.
Smart. Safe. Mosquito Control.
100% Bee Friendly. Pesticide-Free. Guaranteed Results.
Book your service now at www.GreenGuard-USA.com or call 512-560-4129