Best Mosquito Repellent Products for Home and Yard

January 12, 2026 · Regional Pest Guide Team · mosquitoes products

From yard treatments to personal repellents, here are the most effective products for keeping mosquitoes away from your home and family.

Mosquito dunks/bits

Mosquito dunks/bits — Bti-based larvicide for standing water you can’t drain. Safe for wildlife, fish, pets. Lasts 30 days per dunk

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Yard fogger/spray

Yard fogger/spray — provides temporary relief for outdoor events. Most effective when applied at dusk. Kills on contact but no long-term prevention

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Mosquito traps

Mosquito traps — CO2 and UV traps attract and capture adult mosquitoes. More effective for monitoring than population control, but higher-end models make a noticeable difference

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Thermacell devices

Thermacell devices — heated repellent creates a 15-foot protection zone. Excellent for patios, decks, and camping. Doesn’t kill but effectively repels

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DEET-based personal repellent

DEET-based personal repellent — still the gold standard for personal protection. 20-30% DEET provides several hours of protection

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Permethrin clothing treatment

Permethrin clothing treatment — spray on clothes, shoes, and gear for long-lasting protection. Kills mosquitoes and ticks on contact. Survives several washes

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Our Recommendation

Focus on yard personal larvicide prevention. The best pest control products work as part of an integrated approach — combining the right products with prevention and monitoring gives you the most effective, long-lasting results.

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