Remove standing water from buckets, plant saucers, birdbaths, clogged gutters, and low spots
Keep trash cans tightly covered and clean them regularly
Pick up fallen fruit, rotting vegetables, and other decaying organic matter
Trim overgrown vegetation and remove dense weeds
Reduce excess mulch and keep it dry
Water plants only as needed and avoid overwatering
Improve drainage in soggy areas of the yard
Use yellow sticky traps near problem areas
Set out vinegar traps away from children and pets
Apply outdoor insecticidal soap or neem oil to affected plants
Use mosquito dunks in standing water that cannot be drained
Install fine mesh screens on windows, doors, and vents
Turn off outdoor lights at night or switch to yellow bug lights
Seal cracks and gaps around doors, windows, and siding
Rake and remove damp leaves, grass clippings, and compost buildup
Keep compost bins covered and properly managed
Aerate soil if the yard stays damp and compacted
Call a pest control professional if the infestation persists