Some mosquito traps genuinely work and some are pure theater. The honest answer depends on the type: gravid/oviposition traps earn their keep, bug zappers don't. Here's the full breakdown.
Picaridin, DEET, and oil of lemon eucalyptus are all CDC-recommended and all work. The right pick comes down to feel, duration, and who's wearing it. Here's the head-to-head.
Once the free stuff is handled, the right gear finishes the job: Bti larvicide, gravid traps, CDC-recommended repellents, permethrin-treated clothing, and a fan. Here's what to buy and what to skip.