Problem: Article: Avoid dampening, since you don’t want to get water in the electrical components. If the motor is still dirty, you can try using a commercial degreaser. These products may cut through the grime, but follow the manufacturer’s instructions to apply them safely. You can purchase degreasers at many general stores or automotive stores. Use only very fine sandpaper to treat the areas around the copper wires in the starter switch or brush housing. Gently wipe the metal components to abrade any debris you see. Avoid using water or chemicals to clean this area. Rubbing the wires or getting them wet can cause your motor to short-circuit. The tightly-coiled wires are challenging for most people to fix. Choose a non-flammable cleaning fluid, such as the degreaser you may have used for the motor’s exterior. Moisten a clean rag with the product, then use it to wipe debris off of any area you can reach. Avoid getting anything on the wires. If you can’t reach some of the degreaser, blow on the area until it dries.
Summary: Wipe the dirt off the motor’s exterior with a rag. Brush dirt off wired areas 220 to 240-grit sandpaper. Clean the inside of the motor with a rag and degreaser.

Problem: Article: This method calls for two pieces of 11”x17” construction paper. If you have larger sheets, you can simply cut them down to size. Take the first sheet of construction paper and fold it in half lengthwise. With the sheet folded, you will have a sheet that is roughly 5.5”x17” in size. Now take the second sheet of construction paper and place it inside the fold of the first sheet. You want to align the 17” edges when placing the second sheet. Make sure that the bottom edge of the second sheet rests snugly into the crease you made in step 1. With the two sheets placed together, you now want to fold both pieces widthwise. This means you want to fold a crease along the 11” side of the whole sheet, which is the 5.5” side of the previously folded sheet. Once you fold, the large sheet will be roughly 8.5”x11” in size, and the smaller sheet will form a small set of pockets around the bottom of it. After you have folded the papers in half, the center crease will make the spine of the folder, and the first sheet that you folded in step 1 will form pockets. In order to hold the pieces together, you simply need to staple the pocket piece to the larger folder piece at the edges of the cover.  You can also place a staple along the bottom of each cover of the folder to reinforce the bottom of each pocket. This folder will actually have four usable pockets—two on the inside of the folder and one on the outside of each cover.
Summary: Get two pieces of 11”x17” construction paper. Fold the first sheet in half. Place the second sheet inside the fold of the first sheet. Fold the two sheets in half. Staple the sides of the pockets.

Problem: Article: If you have a patio or a porch, there may be small crevices and openings that can harbor mosquitoes and their eggs. Trees on your lawn may have holes in their trunks where mosquitoes can reside and breed. If you can't eliminate the holes, consider filling them with sand. Mosquitoes aren't likely to lay eggs in tall grass, but they tend to sit in the tall grass for rest and hiding. Keep your grass as short as possible and as frequently as possible. These offer homes for adult mosquitoes. If you limit these, you will reduce the number of adult mosquitoes. You can place them directly into your garden, or you can place them in flower pots. Mosquitoes don't like the smell of these plants, and will stay away from them. Here are some plants you should consider planting in your garden:  Herbs, such as: basil, lavender, rosemary, and peppermint Flowers, such as: geranium, marigold, and pennyroyal Other plants, such as: catnip, citronella, lemon balm, and garlic If you already have a water garden, consider adding some mosquito-eating fish, such as minnows or mosquito fish. They are hardy, easy to care for, and love to feast on mosquito larva. If you have a larger pond, you can stock it with koi or goldfish instead.  There are some larvicides that you can use in water gardens. Before you choose to use one, make sure that it is safe for fish and other animals. Favor deeper water gardens and ponds over shallower ones. Aim for something that is 24 inches (60.96 centimeters) or deeper. It'll be better for your fish, and the depth will deter mosquitoes. Mosquitoes prefer shallower waters. Not only will it be good for the health of your pond, but it will disrupt the surface of the water. Mosquitoes like standing water, and won't go near moving water. You can also add a fountain to your birdbath, if you have one. They often come in pellet form, and need to be applied monthly. They usually do not kill off other insects which prey upon mosquitoes, such as dragon flies. Listed below are common types of larvicides  Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (BTI), such Mosquito Dunks, Mosquito Bits, and Microbe-Lift, are mosquito poisons. The mosquitoes die after they ingest it. Methoprene, is an insect growth regulator (IGR). It prevents mosquito larvae from molting. They take a few days to kill, but they will kill other insects as well. Mineral oil based larvicides suffocate mosquito larvae when sprayed on top of water. Bats, dragonflies, and insect-eating birds will all feast on mosquitoes and mosquito larvae. You can do this simply by installing some bird houses or bat houses. If you have a water garden, you can also consider adding a frog or two.
Summary:
Eliminate or fill nooks, crannies, and holes. Mow your lawns weekly. Trim back tall weeds and bushes. Plant some mosquito-repelling flowers and herbs, especially near areas that are prone to collect water. Get some fish for your water garden. Add a waterfall, fountain, or aerator to your water garden. Make use of larvicides to kill mosquito larvae. Encourage other mosquito predators to visit your yard.