Do-It-Yourself Pest Control Strategies and Techniques
When it comes to pests, keeping them out of the house can make for a safe and comforting home. Take manners into your own hands with these do it yourself pest control techniques.
Is Your Christmas Tree Infested with Bugs?
Yes, there are several kinds of insects that you might find in a real Christmas tree. Luckily, they're easy to...
7 Tips on How To Get Rid of Spiders in the Basement
Spiders and basements; with one comes the other. If spiders in your basement are too close for comfort, keep them...
How To Build a Bat Box
Bats are good neighbors, voracious mosquito eaters and key pollinators. They're losing ground now, but bat boxes can help.
Is Your Yard Bear Proof?
Learn what might attract bears to your yard, and how to keep you and them from harm.
8 Ways To Keep Squirrels Out of Your Yard
Clever squirrels entertain and enrage, depending on your perspective. Here's how to keep these confounding creatures out of your yard.
The Most Rat-Infested Cities in America
Does your city have the worst rodent problem? Plus, tips on how to get rid of rats and mice.
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Tips for Getting Rid of Squirrels
Regretting that kitschy corncob feeder you installed last year and wondering how to get rid of squirrels? Check out these...
8 Bugs You Actually Want Around Your Home
If you see a bug in the house, your first instinct might be to squish it. Before you do anything...
What to Know About Raccoons in Your Yard
Raccoons are not fussy. They eat nearly everything and live almost everywhere. Here's what an animal expert recommends if you...
Rats vs. Mice: Which Causes More Damage to Your Home?
Mice and rats love to gnaw, and your house is a buffet of wood, drywall, plastic and electrical wires. Which...
What Are Clover Mites and How Do I Get Rid of Them?
Four-leaf clovers are good luck charms. Clover mites, not so much. Here's the lowdown on these teeny-tiny nuisance pests and...
How To Keep Salamanders Out of Your House
Bright, slimy salamanders are beneficial and harmless. But, you don't want a salamander invasion in your basement. Keep them outside...
9 Best Rat Traps
How do you outsmart a rat? From catch-and-release to old-school "snappers," check out this collection of top-rated rat traps.
Can This DIY TikTok Hack Solve Your Fruit Fly Problem?
No one likes fruit flies. But inevitably, they appear after you bring fruit and veggies into your kitchen. Now let's...
Vole vs. Mole: What’s the Difference?
A good way to distinguish voles vs. moles? Moles eat "meat," like grubs, earthworms and insects. Voles are vegetarians. And...
If You Find a Spotted Lanternfly in Your Yard, This Is What to Do
The spotted lanternfly is invasive and it's taking over in the U.S. Here's how to get rid of this pest...
Can You Really Use Ladybugs To Get Aphids Off Your Plants?
We love ladybugs for a good reason. They eat those nasty aphids that are sucking the life out of our...
Does This TikTok Hack with Orange Peels Get Rid of Ants?
Has a bad bite convinced you get rid of those pesky ants once and for all? We checked out this...
8 Camping Pests To Watch Out For
From eating your food to drinking your blood, here's how to prevent camping pests from dampening your outdoor adventures.
Spend More Time Outdoors with This Chemical-Free Mosquito Repellent
We tried this chemical-free flying insect trap to limit the number of irritating mosquito bites we endured. Here's what we...
Can This Lavender Water TikTok Hack Really Get Rid of Cockroaches?
Face it: If you see cockroaches in your house, you'll try anything to kill them. Can this TikTok hack really...
How To Keep Spiders Out of Your House
Spiders are beneficial, but also kind of scary. Find out why these eight-legged friends are flocking to your house, and...
What to Know About the Strawberry Root Weevil
Often called pantry pests, strawberry root weevils can be a real nuisance, especially when they invade your home. Here's what...
Homeowner’s Guide To Japanese Beetles
An insidious muncher of more than 300 species of plants, Japanese beetles multiply quickly, making them one of the most...
Can This Essential Oil Deter Summer Pests?
Hate stinky bug spray almost as much as you hate bugs? This one essential oil might be the answer, but...