What can I do to reduce the mosquito population in the areas around my home?

Since mosquitoes need water to drink and to lay their eggs, water-holding containers may be breeding areas for mosquitoes such as:

  • Leaf-clogged rain gutters and planters
  • Tin cans
  • Tires
  • Tree holes
  • Uncovered boats

To control mosquito problems around the house, empty the water from these places. For more information on protecting yourself and your property see the Eliminate Mosquito Breeding Areas (SCDHEC).

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1. What can I do to protect myself from biting mosquitoes?
2. What can I do to reduce the mosquito population in the areas around my home?
3. What actions should I take if I see a dead bird?
4. How can I request the spraying of an area for mosquitoes?
5. How does the county determine the areas to spray?
6. Does Georgetown County use airplanes to spray for mosquitoes?
7. What chemicals do you spray? Are they harmful to me or my pets?