How to Prevent insects from flying around porch lights: 11 Steps - tips

Video: 1 simple trick to keep bugs away from your porch light

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Nobody likes the night when they first open the front door and are surrounded by insects, but the warm lights hanging on the porch are like a magnet attracting them. What should you do? Fortunately, there are steps you can take to reduce the number of annoying insects that gather around the entrance to your home. One of the simplest solutions is to switch to an LED light bulb or a yellow insect proof light bulb. You can also try to make the area around the house no longer a favorite place for insects by using scented candles or spices, hanging insect trap lights, hanging a bird's nest nearby, or installing snug nets for protection the whole house. If none of the above measures are successful, you can always rely on a mosquito net!

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Method 1 of 2: Lamp alternatives

Turn off any unnecessary light bulbs. The heat and light emanating from the porch lights are like a beacon that guides the insects, and as such, the easiest way to disperse the insects is to let them sink in the dark. If it is still bright enough outside to see the road, please turn on the lights.
- This may not be the most practical solution, as many homeowners prefer to leave lights on at night for safety reasons.
- Try having a sensor light or set a time to turn it on automatically when it's dark and off when the sun starts to rise.
Try a yellow light bulb. Look for insect repellent light bulbs that are designed to repel insects. Yellow light has one of the largest wavelengths in the visible spectrum - which makes it difficult for insects to see. Most insects do not recognize the light even when they pass by.
- If you don't want to have to replace all the annoying porch lights, you can also try lining yellow cellophane inside the lampshade to create the same effect.
- One downside of yellow light bulbs is that they radiate golden light over the entire house. This is not ideal if you are setting up the scene to win the “best house in the neighborhood” award!
Switch to LED. An LED bulb emits much less heat than conventional incandescent bulbs, and its light does not attract insects either. Most LED bulbs give off pure white light, so your home won't be bathed in the golden glow of yellow bulbs. You can find LED bulbs at electrical stores of all sizes to suit your lighting needs.
- LED bulbs are usually a little more expensive than regular bulbs. So it's more economical to install these bulbs closest to the entrance to your home.
Light a few candles. Scented candles are especially effective in repelling winged intruders. Candles are also an elegant source of light that complements the lighting, so it's convenient for both. For best results, you should place candles on a table or on a railing just below the patio lights disturbed by insects.
- Look for oil-rich candles and flavored additives like lemongrass, eucalyptus, peppermint, rosemary, and lavender.
- Lemongrass candles are the most commonly used and one of the most effective light repellants for insects. These candles are available at most home appliance stores.
- A sea of shining candles looks great, but you need to be wary of the danger of fire. It's a good idea to light candles in jars or on candlesticks, and be sure to stay away from curtains, upholstery, plants, and any other flammable material.
Buy an insect trap light. Although the operation of insect-trap lamps is not very eye-pleasing, this device has remained popular for a reason. Its mystical blue light lures insects away, and its electrified core completes its task when the insect enters. Simply hang the insect trap light a few meters away from the porch light and let it work.
- Due to the constant hum of electricity and the burning smell of burnt insects, the insect trap light is not the ideal solution for those who enjoy relaxing on the porch.
- If you don't like the idea of killing insects, you can look for a more humane solution.
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Method 2 of 2: Use other methods to repel insects

Install ceiling fans outside. If the porch has an umbrellas roof, you may just need to install one or more fans. This not only helps reduce the number of flying insects by canvasing them - literally - but also makes the air cooler and more comfortable during the hot summer months.
- Maintaining air circulation also helps dispel carbon dioxide, food debris and other odors that attract insects to fly.
Sprinkle spices with a strong smell around the porch. Cover spices such as cinnamon bark, nutmeg, bay leaf or citrus peel with coffee filter paper or cloth and tie them into packages. Hang seasoning packages around lights or in a more obscure place, such as a potted roof or behind plant pots. Insects that lurk nearby will smell a strong scent and should hesitate to fly closer.
- Change seasoning packages every few days when they begin to expire.
Herbal water spray. Spices are not the only natural ingredients that repel insects. You can achieve similar results by mixing essential oils such as rosemary, peppermint, thyme, lavender or clove oil with a small amount of soapy water to spray on less frequented areas. Remember to stay away from power lines and other parts of the electric light.
- You may need to spray the herb 1-2 times a day during humid summer days, when insects are most active.
- You can also blend essential oils with a mild carrier oil like olive or coconut oil and apply it to your skin to make an insect repellant.
Install insect repellent mesh. Tight nets can help keep insects out of your porch and larger outdoor living areas. When attaching mesh to the porch, be sure to choose a mesh that fits snugly enough to keep mosquitoes and other tiny annoying insects out of the crevices. An experienced construction contractor can install a net on the porch in just one afternoon for several million dong.
- If you have the tools available, you can also install a netting that overlaps with a self-assembled mesh like Screen Tight.
- Occasionally flies or moths will be able to enter your home with the door open, so it's best to combine insect repellent nets with solutions that use yellow light bulbs, insect catches, or scented candles.
Hang a bat or bird's nest near your home. You can hang the nests on trees, hedges or stakes and put a handful of seeds or fruit in them to invite these guests to come home. Insects are the natural prey of the larger winged animals. Once you have these animals in your home, you just have to let it go.
- Ready-made bird nests are often available at garden and home decor stores.
- Place the nests about enough distance from the porch so that the animals do not gather around the house. They will go hunting on their own when hungry.
Clear puddles of calm water. Insects also often appear around standing water. You can use a pump to drain water in small ponds, ditches and ditches in lawns or dig ditches in the soil to help drain water. Chances are you will immediately notice the difference.
- If you live in an area with frequent and heavy rainfall, consider spreading sand, gravel or a mixture of sand and gravel over low-lying areas. Rainwater will seep through the layers of the material instead of pooling on the ground.
- Quiet puddles are a favorite habitat for disease-carrying insects, such as mosquitoes.
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Advice

You have no reason to kill the last insect around the house. While annoying, they are an essential part of the ecosystem.
Combine as many prevention measures as possible to improve your situation. For example, you can start by drilling on the lights, lighting lemongrass scent candles at night and using insect lights to trap insects that try to sneak into your home.
Excessive insect populations can be a sign of an infection. If the situation does not improve, you should call an extermination service to have your home check for places where insects can nest or their entrances.

Warning

Avoid using insect sprays, pesticides or other toxic chemicals near your home. These products may not be safe to use, especially if there are children and pets in the home.
A yellow light bulb does not guarantee 100% efficiency. Some insects with sensitive hearing can still see a small amount of yellow light.