In the summer, you, your family, and your lovely pets want to enjoy the pool, but uninvited pests like mosquitoes, ants, and flies can ruin the fun. They bite, buzz around your head, and even land on your food, making eating unsafe. Worst of all, they turn a relaxing day into an annoying, uncomfortable mess.
These types of insects can turn your enjoyment into an annoying, itchy nightmare. But don’t worry, our following guides will help you learn how to keep your pool pest-free, so you and your family can enjoy your backyard pool without any interruptions.
Why are mosquitoes and bugs attracted to the water in swimming pools?
Pools are the best place to live for bugs. Here I will provide lots of reasons:
Water: Bugs like mosquitoes often live around water and can easily lay their eggs there.
Shade: Around the water, you can easily find trees and umbrellas that provide shelter for mosquitoes and their families.
Food: Any open food and drinks attract flies and ants.
Plants: Landscaping looks great around the backyard pool, but if you don’t pay attention to these areas, it can provide shelter for insects.
1. How to Keep Mosquitoes Away from Your Pool?
If you’re trying to get rid of mosquitoes that are attracted to water or food and might bite your skin, spreading dangerous diseases like dengue fever or the Zika virus, don’t worry. I’ve shared a few tips below to help break their breeding cycle:
Remove water from the swimming pool: Here are a few equipment to remove water from your pool: a submersible pump, siphon hose, wet/dry vacuum, or your pool’s built-in drain (if available).
Keep the pool clean: Even if you’re not using it every day, make sure the water stays clean by adding chlorine to the water and running the filter regularly.
Trim the shrubs: Mosquitoes like dark, so keep your yard clean and tidy.
2. How to Keep Flies off Your Pool?
Flies are another common poolside pest in Texas, you can see them during the summer season. They’re easily attracted to food, trash, and even pet waste. Here are a few tips you should follow to keep flies away.
- Take out the trash regularly and keep it sealed.
- Keep food covered during parties.
- Use fly traps or zappers in hidden corners around the pool area.
3. What to Do About Ants Around the Swimming Pool?
Ants may be small, but they can quickly turn your poolside’s fun into a frustrating experience. Here’s how to stop them before they take over your backyard.
- Clean up food, drinks, and spills fast.
- Don’t leave food out, and keep eating areas sanitized.
- Fix leaks and clear standing water.
- Trim plants, remove clutter, and avoid overusing mulch near the pool.
Final Thoughts
Your backyard pool should be for relaxing, not a battleground for bugs. With a few smart habits and help from our trusted Ecostarpestcontrol services, you can keep mosquitoes, ants, and flies far away.
The sooner you take action, the better chance you have at keeping pests away from your pool. Don’t wait for the bugs to take over.
Kick back, relax, and make the most of your summer, EcoStar Pest Control is here to keep your pool area pest-free and worry-free.
