This $5 Handy Tool Removes Ticks From Dogs, Cats and Humans
Prevention is the best medicine, but when a tick comes into contact with pet or human skin, you'll be happy you have this tick removal tool.
7 Tips on How to Repel Mosquitoes
Spend more time outdoors relaxing, not chasing away mosquitoes.
Kill Your Yard’s Pests with the Wondercide Flea and Tick Spray
Bugs bugging you? Check out the Wondercide Flea and Tick Yard Spray to eradicate your lawn's pesky visitors.Â
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...
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...
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...
What Are Mosquito Repellent LED String Lights and How Do They Work?
These string lights could be great for ambiance and keeping bugs away.
Family Handyman Approved: Ranger Ready Repellent
Check out the buzz surrounding this DEET-free, Family Handyman Approved insect repellent.
What Are Sod Webworms and How Do I Get Rid of Them?
Sod webworms are a common nuisance in residential lawns. Sometimes they're just pesky and can be easily ignored. But they...
How to Stack and Store Firewood
Want to keep your firewood organized and dry? Here's how.
11 Pictures That Will Change How You See Bugs
Never think of bugs as creepy or crawly again! These pictures of bugs show how amazing (and beautiful) these creatures...
How to Keep Squirrels Away from Bird Feeders Using a Slinky
Hungry squirrels are no match for a Slinky. It's a simple, cost-efficient way to keep squirrels out of your bird...
What Is a Woolly Bear Caterpillar?
Autumn ambassadors with astounding abilities, woolly bear caterpillars have wormed their way into our tool sheds, folklore, festivities and hearts.
If You See This Pattern on Your Porch, This Is What It Means
This peculiar squiggly pattern is caused by a certain type of garden pest. Learn why they do it and how...
Tips for Hiring a Termite Exterminator
They'll crunch and they'll munch and they'll chew your house down! Here's how to work with an exterminator to battle...
6 Plants That Attract Dragonflies
Some of the most beautiful of garden bugs, skimmer dragonflies eat pest insects, making them excellent bugs for your garden.
We Tried It: Thermacell Mosquito Repellent
If you're looking to keep mosquitoes away from your campsite or a backyard gathering, the Thermacell has you covered.
What Are Spider Mites and How Do You Get Rid of Them?
Often hard to detected, tiny plant-corrosive spider mites are pests you don't want in your garden, window box or home.
What Are Cutworms and How Do I Get Rid of Them?
These insatiable pests munch your grass, leaving unsightly bald patches. Here's how to spot them and eliminate them.
10 Things That Attract Mosquitoes to Your Home
Don't leave a welcome mat for mosquitoes to swarm your home!
If You See a Dryer Sheet in Your Mailbox, This Is What It Means
There's actually a really good reason for it...
How to Identify and Get Rid of Aphids on Outdoor Plants
Fast-multiplying aphids spell nothing but trouble for your home garden. Here are our tips for identifying and ridding your plants...
Best Tick Repellents For Your Yard
Worried about ticks? Don't be! Here are the best ways to get those tiny intrusive pests out of your yard.
What Are Lawn Grubs and How Do I Get Rid of Them?
A few grub worms are no problem. A lot of grubs spell trouble for your yard. Learn how to spot,...
10 Lawn Pests That Can Cause Problems
Spring brings showers, flowers and — unfortunately — many lawn pests. Here's a collection of the most common invaders you...
Log Cabin Pest Control: 7 Ways to Keep Them Out
Use these savvy strategies to keep unwanted critters from invading your log cabin, summer home or cottage this vacation season.
How to Stop Mole Crickets From Damaging Your Lawn
Mole crickets are one of the most destructive turf grass pests in the southeastern U.S. Here's how to send them...
Are Chinch Bugs Eating My Lawn?
Despite their tiny size, chinch bugs can wreak havoc on your lawn. Here's how to spot an infestation and get...
What Is Diatomaceous Earth?
Diatomaceous earth can be used for everything from deodorizers to tick and flea powder. Its loyal fans find many...
5 Deer-Resistant Flowers for Spring
Tired of watching your tulips come up in spring, only to be eaten back down to the ground? Plant these...