Your backyard should be a place to relax, not a place you avoid because of mosquitoes. If bites are interrupting time on the patio or outdoor play, start with a walk around your property. A few overlooked water sources can make mosquito control harder than it needs to be. Start with a weekly water check The CDC recommends checking water-holding items weekly. Empty and scrub containers such as buckets, planters, and flowerpot saucers, then turn over or store unused items so th