How to Get Rid of Gnats Outdoors (4 Easy Steps)
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- Опубликовано: 1 авг 2024
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In this video, we’ll show you how to get rid of gnats in outdoor spaces and some simple things you can do to prevent them from appearing on your property.
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Introduction: 0:00
How to Identify Gnats: 0:29
How to Inspect for Gnats: 1:31
How to Treat for Gnats: 2:07
How to Prevent Gnats: 4:46
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Gnats are small flying insects that look similar to mosquitoes, but are much smaller and have other differences. Gnats grow up to be ⅛ of an inch in length, while mosquitoes will generally be about ¼ of an inch long. Gnats have black or brown bodies, 6 long legs, and long wings. Plenty of gnat species don’t bite people or animals, but some will.
Gnat larvae can be more of a concern than their adult counterparts because larvae will actually eat grass and plant roots. A single gnat larva can grow to be about ¼ of an inch in length. They have white or clear bodies, no legs, and black heads. You’ll sometimes find a swarm of gnat larvae traveling together from one location to another, almost like a school of fish. They might appear to be one giant mass from afar, but look closer and you’ll be able to see each individual larva.
If you’re experiencing gnat activity outside your home, you’ll need to check your yard for sites conducive for gnats and their larvae. Check outside for mold, fungus, or any decaying plants, and look for the adult gnats or their larvae. Adult gnats will lay eggs in moist areas, while their larvae will eat nearby plant material, grass roots, or fungi. Note any sites you find that retain excess moisture or that develop standing water, as you’ll use this information to direct your treatment.
After identifying your pest and inspecting for activity on your property, it’s time to start treatment.
Before starting any treatment, be sure to wear your personal protective equipment, or PPE, and remember to keep all people and pets off the treated areas until dry. To get rid of gnats outside, you’ll need to use insecticides labeled for gnat control, like Flex 10-10 and Martin’s I.G. Regulator. Flex 10-10 is a permethrin insecticide with a quick and powerful knockdown, and Martin’s I.G.R. is an insect growth regulator that will prevent gnat’s and many other pest’s eggs from hatching and stops larvae from maturing into adults.
To get rid of gnats with Flex 10-10 and Martin’s IGR, you’ll use the products’ labeled rates of 6.4 fluid ounces of Flex per gallon, and 1 fluid ounce of Martin’s IGR per gallon. Since you’ll be treating plants and soil around plants, we recommend you use a 1-2 gallon hand pump sprayer to make application quick and simple. Spray ornamental plants and shrubbery to treat areas where gnats or their larvae harbor. Use a fine mist to thoroughly coat plants in your solution, but be careful to avoid runoff. Be sure to treat bushes, trees, and around the sites with excessive moisture you noted during your inspection.
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Hello. Where did you get the 6.4 oz per gallon rate for outdoor use on Gnats? The label only indicates control for indoor gnats. I have a bad infestation in my lawn near a french drain. I read the label several times now and I cannot find any reference to gnat control outdoors. I'd appreciate it if you can point me in the right direction to find this rate. Thanks!
Hi there, I have a gnat issue in my home due to garbage not being picked up properly my the owner. How can I get rid of these pests without in danger myself and family? Thank you for any information. Ingrid
I’m in NY how do I obtain your product. We are infested with gnats
Can I use this in a fogger
what can i put under my deck they are so bad i can’t even open my sliding back door, so what can i put down underneath the deck im the dirt for now until i can get it cleaned out and put some gravel or something there to help keep it dry. they are so nasty and are every where, we did have mold under our siding but replaced that but we still have mold and mildew and green algea underneath my deck, but for now what can i do to control them now. i’m in missouri and we have had a lot of rain and so much humidity you can’t get outside to do what you need to do
1 cup Vinegar 3 cups water and a few drops of dawn dish soap
@@abchang-dr5vw I’ve tried that
@@Paula-vr5rmstill having that issue after a year
Is there a non-poisonous option?
Hi so i live in CA and these products cannot be shipped here are there any other alternatives?
Move out of California.
You'll find literally every aspect of life is better in the US rather than the communist hellhole of California you don't realize you live in (and sadly, most likely voted for).
WE have horrible biting gnats but I’m a bee keeper and need something that won’t hard honey bees. Suggestions?
I know this is probably a bit too late, but if you still need advice, the mosquito bits granules, or any insecticide granules will help. I personally use the insecticide granules outside because i have several other pests to control, and mosquito bits in my garden and indoor plants. The mosquito bits use the same type of active ingredient used in the second product they mentioned. The growth inhibitor.
Can I use this on the soil with my strawberry plants?
I personally wouldn't recommend these harsh cancer causing chemicals. Peppermint oil is good and so is a mixture of 🍎 cider vinegar,sugar and liquid soap 🧼 sprayed on the soil. Studies have shown that Roundup is being passed through everyone's urine due to the applications getting into the soil,water and eventually making their way into the produce we consume.
No!
Are you mixing both chemicals together?
NO. Use them separately.
No jardim
They look nothing like mosquitos to the naked eye. 🤔
Thank you for your feedback.
Solutions Pest & Lawn I was kidding anyway. Mosquitoes to sneaky anyway.
This work for anyone?
Smh they bite too.
Can this pesticide harm children
Yes
It can harm adults too.
I hate that you were lied to twice by the previous commenters.
No. Once dry, these are completely harmless to children (and dogs).
Cats are a different story. If you have outdoor cats, don't use these products. That's pretty simple.
If you have indoor cats, completely remove your clothing after treating the outside, put them in the washer immediately (not the hamper and let them sit) and then jump in the shower.
Permethrin based insecticides have been proven to cause brain problems in cats.
Dogs are immune and you can even spray it on, and rub it into their fur.
But cats are hypersensitive to it.
And yes. It's completely safe once dry to humans too. Just don't breath it in while spraying and keeps kids out of the area for an hour or two after spraying.
But once dry, it's completely safe.
Anytime telling you otherwise is just one of the "Reeee! All chemicals are bad!" type of loser.
How about chickens? Pollinators?
I can understand killing the bitey 1s, but I'd leave the other gnats; live & let live!
No. Have you ever tried to push mower a yard with swarms of gnats flying around you as you are heavily breathing because it's hot and you're exhausted? No? Because I promise you will swallow them or inhale them at some point. They land on you and your sweaty skin. Get in your eyes. Gnats can kill your shrubbery and plants, and grass.
@@meganj7166 amen cant even cut my grass in peace without swatting my ears an eyes the whole damn time
And they call any thing that grows.