The most common mistake people make with bug zappers is to install them right next to the area they're trying to protect, which simply attracts the bugs to that spot. You have to place the zapper as far away as possible so the bugs are drawn away.
The bug zapper here is mounted on the side of the barn, about 30 to 50 yards away from the house. It does a pretty good job of getting rid of most bugs, although it doesn't actually work that well against mosquitoes, unless I install a bait cartridge. Mosquitoes are attracted by scent, not light.
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Date: 2010-05-30 02:42 am (UTC)The bug zapper here is mounted on the side of the barn, about 30 to 50 yards away from the house. It does a pretty good job of getting rid of most bugs, although it doesn't actually work that well against mosquitoes, unless I install a bait cartridge. Mosquitoes are attracted by scent, not light.