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Homeowner’s Guide to Brown Recluse Spiders

The brown recluse spider seldom bites, and the bite won't kill you. Nevertheless, this is a pest you want to avoid.

You Need This Easy DIY Spray to Keep Spiders Out of Your House

Spiders begone! Use this simple DIY spider spray to keep the critters out of your home.


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8 Best Spider Repellents

Arachnids in the house? No need to take revenge. These spider repellents humanely shoo away eight-legged intruders.


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Spiders in Your Basement? Here’s How to Get Rid of Them and Keep Them Out

Spiders and basements; with one comes the other. If spiders in your basement are too close for comfort, keep them...


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. 

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10 Types of House Spiders

Arachnid alert! We run down the types of house spiders you're likely to see in and around your home.


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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...

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Everything You Need to Know About Wolf Spiders

Wolf spiders can give quite a fright to homeowners across the U.S., but are they friend or foe? Read on...


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An Invasive Spider Species Is Spreading Across the U.S.

Sure, the jorō spider looks big and scary, but its broadening existence in the U.S. may not be as bad...


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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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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...


Gear Up for Halloween 2022 With Our 15 Best Amazon Halloween Decorations

From talking spiders outside your front door to festive home decor, this collection of Halloween decorations is full of fun...


15 Pest Control Horror Stories That Will Make Your Skin Crawl

Rats and roaches are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the most terrifying pest control stories...


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Bugs That are Actually Good for Your Garden

Among the hundreds of thousands of bug species, some are really beneficial for your yard. Discover the good bugs for...


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Here’s Why You Should Never Kill A Spider

Even though spiders are creepy crawlers that you probably despise, killing them could actually do your house more harm than...

This Surprising Hack Will Keep Spiders Out of Your Car

Be sure to clean out all nooks and crannies thoroughly. And then, because spiders despise the smell of lemon, you...


Grill Storage Tips for the Winter

Protect your grill from moisture and bugs


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Do Hedge Apples Really Keep Spiders Out of Your House?

We'll take a look at a popular natural spider repellent and see if it really works. Plus, we'll cover how...


Homeowner’s Guide to Getting Rid of the Creepiest Bugs

No matter how hard you work to prevent them, bugs happen. So, what do you do when the creepy-crawlies get...


How to Quickly Get Rid of Spiders In Your Car

Finding yourself with some unwanted eight-legged critters in your car?


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Best Ways to Get Rid of Spiders

Spiders are beneficial in the garden, but you may not appreciate them moving into your home. Learn how to get...


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Fall Pest Prevention Tips

Want to prevent mice, spiders and other pests from getting into your home? Shore up your lines of defense with...