Are you and your family tired of pests? Are mosquitoes and flies ruining your peaceful summer? Not to worry, there are many solutions that you can turn to. These range from natural mosquito repellent, mosquito repellent plants and insecticide, to the professional and varied service providers. So next time your dinner party is losing its charm due to insects that just can't keep to their own, remember, here is the definitive guide to getting those insects under control.

The natural solutions

Insects can be nasty creatures, especially when they act as unwanted guests. However, with an estimated 10 quintillion (no, we are not making that number up) of them in the world, you're bound to run into them from time to time. The question is, how do you deal with it? Well first of all, let's provide you with the natural, unconventional solutions to insect control. If you're a fan of the natural and tend to stay away from insecticide, bug spray, repellent, DEET and other chemical based solutions there are still options for you so that you can enjoy an unencumbered evening by the fire.

Natural insect repellents are not few and far between and there are many solutions out there. The most common of which is the Citronella plant. The oil from this plant is actually used in most insect repellents and is just one of the many plants that keep mosquitos and other insects away. Therefore, by planting some of these near a common gathering area outside, you can add an extra layer of protection for you and your family. Other solutions are mixes of essential oil, different herbs and different creams.

DEET and other effective options

For those of you who don't advocate against the use of chemicals there are countless different varieties of repellents, insecticides, natural bug repellents and outdoor mosquito repellents to keep insect bites at bay. But with so many, how do you know which ones are the most effective? Most of you will have heard of DEET. DEET is actually the chemical that will thwart insects in their tracks and has proven effectiveness in this area. So, if you're looking for a product that will work unequivocally, look for something with DEET in it.

Allergic to DEET or against it? Picaridin works just as well. The presence of either of these two chemicals in a product should be evidence enough that it's functional. Merely look for these and your nights of being plagued by pests will quickly come to an end.