There are three main areas in mosquitos life cycle that are targeted as a means to control mosquitos. The main areas are:

• Larvicides
• Adulticides
• Misting Systems

Larvicides target the mosquitoes during it’s Larval Stage. Adulticides focus on controlling the adult mosquito. The final area is outdoor misting systems that are designed to dispense insecticide in a timed-release method.

The EPA has a great section which provides more information and helps the consumer to make informed choices. To read more follow this link.