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Keep pests out of your home with DIY tips and advice from professional pest control specialists.

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10 Bee-Friendly Plants to Make Your Garden a Pollinator Paradise

Wondering "does lavender attract bees?" We've covered several pollinator FAQs and complied pollinator-friendly plants.


How to Prevent a Bat Problem

Knowing how to prevent a bat infestation is pretty simple, just follow these tips!


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Fact or Fiction: Is Cheese the Best Bait for Mice?

It may seem natural to bait mouse traps with cheese, but experts say you'll have better luck luring your resident...


How To Get Rid of Bats in the Attic

There's no reason for bats in your attic to give you nightmares, but guano is unsanitary, so it's better if...


Keep Mosquitos and Insects Away With These Outdoor Screens, Nets, and Curtains

Enjoy backyard barbecues, pool parties and dinners on the deck this summer. Here are our picks for the best insect...


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What to Know About Spider Pest Control for Homeowners

Spiders in the house? Here's what every homeowner needs to know.


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The Homeowner’s Guide to Rodent Pest Control

From mice to muskrats, rodents are among the most common and destructive household pests. Here is our guide to controlling...


8 Best Cockroach Deterrents (Including Plug-In Devices, Natural Repellents, and Sprays)

The cringe-worthy cockroach. Learn what products and methods are best for repelling these loathsome intruders from your home.

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19 Interesting Facts About Spiders

Discover the truth — and a few debunked myths — about the octo-legged, cobweb-spinning, lurking arachnid: The spider.


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Are Spiders Dangerous to People, Pets and Property?

Eight velvety legs and a menacing reputation. But are arachnids as dangerous as we think? Here's the lowdown on spiders...


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How to Identify Different Types of Rodents in Your Home and Yard

Identifying what type of rodent has taken up residence in your home or yard is the first step towards evicting...


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What to Know About Bed Bugs’ Life Cycle

Often invading homes undetected, learn the life cycle of bed bugs so you can effectively face and fight this persistent...


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Are Boxelder Bugs Dangerous to People, Pets and Property?

You know they're a nuisance, but can boxelder bugs bite? We'll answer that question, and more, regarding these red and...


How to Identify Types of Ants

From the ordinary to the bizarre, here's how to identify different types of ants you're likely to encounter in and...


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The Homeowner’s Guide to Ant Pest Control

Ants, the most common insects in the world, are an essential part of our ecosystem. They're also a big nuisance....


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We Tested the Most Effective Indoor and Outdoor Ant Killers for Your House and Yard

There are many ways to kill ants in and around your home and yard. Check out this rundown of the...


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How to Get Rid of Rats in the Home

Rodents are a part of nature that most people do not want in their home. Here are proven ways to...

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What to Know About an Ant’s Life Cycle

Discover what an ant's life cycle is like to understand how to identify and combat these household pests.


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Are Ants Harmful to People, Pets, and Property?

Notorious for showing up uninvited at picnics, are ants just a nuisance or do they pose a threat to your...


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What Animal Is in My Chimney (And How Do I Get Rid of It)?

If noises from your chimney have you wondering what's going on in there, you could have unwelcome animals that need...


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How to Get Rid of Mice With This Surprising Hack

Mousetraps aren't the only tactic for keeping mice away. This simple, natural remedy will help keep those furry little creatures...


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25 Ways to Organize Your Garage for Fall

Make sure you have enough room in your garage for all of the important stuff (including a car or two)...


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What Are the Red and Black Bugs on My House?

Boxelder bugs invade homes each year, making them some of the most annoying fall pests. But they aren’t the only...

Ways to Make Sure You Never Have Fruit Flies Again

It's not just your bananas they're after. Here's why fruit flies are hanging out in your home, and how to...


When Is the Best Time to Spray a Wasp Nest?

Wasps are vital members of the natural community, but they can be dangerous nesting on our homes. Here are keys...


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What to Do When a Wasp Stings You

If you spend time outside, you’ll likely encounter wasps. In the event that you get stung, this is what you...


6 Key Differences Between Bees and Wasps

Use this handy guide to know whether it's a bee or wasp buzzing through your backyard.


Identifying Bug Bites: How to Figure Out What Bit You

What are all those mysterious red itchy spots that turn up in summer? We asked dermatologists for a guide on...


These Are the 7 Best Insect Repellents and Bug Sprays for Your Porch, Deck or Patio

Don't let mosquitoes, flies and other pesky bugs ruin your outdoor fun. Pick up one of the best insect repellents,...