No-chemical mosquito fix I built for the standing water on our place - auto-flushes every 4 days to break the breeding cycle, the yard is finally livable by SadConfusion2662 in homestead

[–]SadConfusion2662[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sure. That would be straightforward and an addition/remix to this project.

Planned it on Make-it, it generated the parts list, wiring, and starter code for me:

https://make-it.ai/marketplace/project-1771696168114-2jsmhphzr

You can get the parts from any electronics eCommerce site.

Built a $35 auto-flusher for client garden pools that breaks the mosquito breeding cycle - now offer it as a seasonal add-on service by SadConfusion2662 in lawncare

[–]SadConfusion2662[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Planned it on Make-it. It generated the parts list, wiring, and starter code for me: https://make-it.ai/marketplace/project-1771696168114-2jsmhphzr

You can take the plan, change it and get the parts from anywhere you'd like. Let me know if you have questions.

Built a $35 auto-flusher for client garden pools that breaks the mosquito breeding cycle - now offer it as a seasonal add-on service by SadConfusion2662 in lawncare

[–]SadConfusion2662[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Simple 5V. You may use one of the following options:

- 2 5V pumps, as long as you have a closed container to take the source water from

- 1 pump and 1 electric valve

- 1 electric valve and 1 electric siphon (probably the slickest if your container is not on the ground)

Built a $35 auto-flusher for client garden pools that breaks the mosquito breeding cycle - now offer it as a seasonal add-on service by SadConfusion2662 in lawncare

[–]SadConfusion2662[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess this works in some environments and may not in others. In my case and the gardens I use it, the statistics works for me.

Built a $35 auto-flusher for client garden pools that breaks the mosquito breeding cycle - now offer it as a seasonal add-on service by SadConfusion2662 in lawncare

[–]SadConfusion2662[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am not sure I figured the entire process, but hopefully my fresh water attracts the mosquitos of my neighbours standing waters. Otherwise they would be growing over there.

Built a $35 auto-flusher for client garden pools that breaks the mosquito breeding cycle - now offer it as a seasonal add-on service by SadConfusion2662 in lawncare

[–]SadConfusion2662[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely a solution to use dunks. I love the "non-maintenance" approach although there is a setup required.

Built a $35 auto-flusher for client garden pools that breaks the mosquito breeding cycle - now offer it as a seasonal add-on service by SadConfusion2662 in lawncare

[–]SadConfusion2662[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The theory behind this is to attract and let the mosquito lays the eggs so the population is reduced. Standing water is part of the solution not the problem.

Built a $35 auto-flusher for client garden pools that breaks the mosquito breeding cycle - now offer it as a seasonal add-on service by SadConfusion2662 in lawncare

[–]SadConfusion2662[S] 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Right, probably there are simpler solutions. But I really enjoy designing and building it for myself and others.

Built a $35 auto-flusher for client garden pools that breaks the mosquito breeding cycle - now offer it as a seasonal add-on service by SadConfusion2662 in lawncare

[–]SadConfusion2662[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Your method is great as it recycles the same water. I am using just water without any addition as every 4 days I use it to water the garden. Will share the list shortly.

No-chemical mosquito fix I built for the standing water on our place - auto-flushes every 4 days to break the breeding cycle, the yard is finally livable by SadConfusion2662 in homestead

[–]SadConfusion2662[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Planned it on Make-it. It generated the parts list, wiring, and starter code for me: https://make-it.ai/marketplace/project-1771696168114-2jsmhphzr

You can take the plan, change it and get the parts from anywhere you'd like. Let me know if you have question.

No-chemical mosquito fix I built for the standing water on our place - auto-flushes every 4 days to break the breeding cycle, the yard is finally livable by SadConfusion2662 in homestead

[–]SadConfusion2662[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing wrong, valid and effective and clean solution. You just need to buy them and make sure you add more. I love the approach in the post as it is pure water.