Mosquitoes in India are like uninvited guests at a wedding – they show up in swarms, refuse to leave, and somehow manage to ruin the entire event. No matter how many coils you burn, they laugh in your face, humming their irritating little tune. The moment you think you've finally won, by swatting one away, 15 more appear to avenge their fallen sister. If there’s one it’s guaranteed that there will be more. You're outnumbered, they know it and they don’t discriminate – no matter how many layers of repellent you smear, they’ll find that one patch of exposed skin, like a GPS.
Honestly, at this point, if you live in India you might as well hang a sign outside your window calling your home a mosquito blood bank!
The Mosquito Mischief In India; Why Are They Everywhere?
Mosquitoes are particularly prevalent in India due to a combination of climate, geography, and environmental factors. Here are a few reasons why mosquitoes are a real menace, practically wherever you live in India.
Tropical Climate: India’s tropical climate provides the perfect environment for mosquitoes to thrive. The warm temperatures and high humidity, especially in states like Kerala, West Bengal, and Uttar Pradesh, create ideal conditions for mosquitoes to breed and multiply.
Monsoon Season: The monsoon rains, which are a significant part of India’s weather cycle, create stagnant pools of water in puddles, containers, and ditches. Mosquitoes, especially the ones that carry diseases like malaria and dengue, breed in standing water. This makes the monsoon season a particularly dangerous time for mosquito-borne illnesses.
Urbanization and Poor Sanitation: In many urban and rural areas of India, inadequate sanitation and waste management can lead to the accumulation of water in discarded containers, old tires, and poorly maintained drainage systems. These become perfect breeding grounds for mosquitoes.
Variety of Mosquito Species: India is home to a wide variety of mosquito species, including the ones responsible for transmitting diseases like malaria, dengue, chikungunya, and Zika virus. Some of these species are particularly adaptable to the local environment and can breed in a variety of water sources.
So How Can You Mosquito Proof Your Indian Home?
A mosquito screen, also known as an insect screen or mesh, is a protective barrier made of fine mesh material that is used to cover windows, doors, or beds to prevent mosquitoes and other insects from entering a home. It allows fresh air to circulate while blocking out pesky bugs. Here's how it works and what it typically includes:
Material: The screens are usually made of fine, durable mesh, often crafted from materials like fiberglass, stainless steel, or polyester. The mesh holes are small enough to keep out mosquitoes but large enough to let air pass through.
Installation: Mosquito screens can be installed on windows and doors. In homes with sliding or hinged windows, the screens are typically fitted into the frame or installed as removable panels. In some cases, retractable or roll-up screens are used for convenience.
Why are insect screens so beneficial?
There’s an old adage that says - prevention is better than cure - you've probably heard it a hundred times before. If you can prevent mosquitos from entering your home, having to kill them via creative and sometimes chemical ways is completely unnecessary. And there’s a benefit to that. Mosquito repellents like coils and sprays can be toxic, not to mention cause headaches or allergies, and make your house smokey or smell unpleasant.
Here are some examples of why they are the best choice for mosquito protection.
Mosquito nets do not interfere with the circulation of air in your home
Mosquito nets are easy to install, are effective and last for years
Mosquito nets don’t just stop mosquitoes but other pests too
Insect screens are effective and do not change the environment in your home. Contact us at Meshworkz for more information about the installation and maintenance of insect screens for your home or office.
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