Mosquito Trap and Bug Zapper

[Troublemaker-rc]

Used to use a modified bug zapper over a outdoor pond.
Took the bottom off, hung it over the pond with a timer connected to the power.
Zapped bugs and fed the fish at the same time.

[aalmarshad]

After 2 years now, Do you still recommend this product?

[williamkh]

Last year I purchased one of those black flag large electric bug zapper‘s. The unit worked great and after one night the unit was covered with flying insects.
I used to tap my unit with my hand to knock the bugs loose; but I noticed that not all of the insects dropped off the Electric mesh or wiring system. So, I used my battery operated leaf blower and that did the job very well.

[histubeness]

You say your large Dynatrap is quiet, but it sounds surprisingly loud in the video. In a suburban area, with homes close together, it could easily bother a next door neighbor at night with their window open.

[TheRevFireman]

I have a very similar Black Flag brand bug zapper, and I have found using a can of compressed air I can blow the bugs off of those grates in a couple seconds every four to six weeks.

[kenirwin]

I have one. The disk above the UV lamps is coated with titanium dioxide, which serves as a catalyst to produce carbon dioxide when struck with UV light. As you know it is a mosquito attractant. Run it 24/7.

[michaelwhiting]

I’m really impressed by how nice your yard is.

[tbsmith-htej]

I have two Black Flag bug zappers that I purchased just this summer. With my previous zapper (8-10 years old) I used to take it down and blow it out with compressed air maybe once a week. It finally dawned on me that I could get just about as good a result cleaning it with an inexpensive leaf blower. That way I can clean it in place and it just makes it much more convenient, especially with two units now.

[Imwright]

The best way to trap mosquitos and other small flying bugs is a box fan. I’ve tried the rest and nothing comes close. I’ve used mosquito magnets, 2 types. They cost about 40bucks a month to run.
My box fan ran a couple of years in the south Florida rain before it quite working. You simply place window screen on the back. Buy one from Lowe’s or Depot and your ready, add screen and your done. Stupid bug zappers don’t last. I don’t think I ever had one last a year and the bulbs constantly go out.

[m.r.rodriguez]

Yes, Flowtron Zapper is better than the zapper you showed, but both just work on moths, and not effective for mosquitoes.
But the DynaTrap you have is more effective for mosquitoes, its paint react to the heat of the uv lights releasing Carbon Dioxide which is very effective as a mosquito attractant, once mosquitoes are close, they get sucked in and trapped.

[antoncarroll]

I have the dynatrap unit. Great product. I wish that I purchased the 1 acre unit, cause of my pool area. Had it for 5 years and still does the job. One thing to mention is, to order the bait packets as well. Thanks for the tips

[greysonfreightllcma-malaph]

Mine started rattling a day after being on. I returned the product and ordered a new one. Dynatrap should advise customers of this rattle. Thank you for sharing

[SmokeRingHalo]

I have that exact black flag zapper. Blows out clean & easy with a leaf blower in seconds. Upkeep just depends on the amount of bugs you have. I need to blow it out about every 3 days during the summer.

[mikeodell]

I have the black flag zapper. Best way to clean the wires is with a blower. Cleans all the dead bugs right off. No worries no fire hazard.

[ckim]

Dyna Trap is best product to use. It requires the occastional clean out. Many states use a similar units to monitor mosquito's for testing for disease control and they keep detailed records. The most effective product to use.

[akbychoice]

I gave used Dyna-traps for about 6 years now. I’ve used the bug zappers and several of the LPG type mosquito traps. The Dynamic trap along with an attractant for mosquitos has worked better for me than any of the others. I currently have 2 of them.

[michaelwhiting]

I have the zapper you have, I use a blower for the yard and it keeps it clean

[ccc]

You can unplug it and use a brush with the zapper or you can take compressed air and blow the bugs out.

[sarahs.]

I am only interested in zapping mosquitos, don't care about bettles or moths

[bellyacresjillyandkerry]

Put mineral oil in all your standing water, even a small pond. Wont hurt fish nor animals that drink from it, keeps mosquitos from egg laying.