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Is Your Home Ready for the Fall Crawl?

Pest control is crucial for safeguarding your family's health, preventing property damage and maintaining food safety. Learn how to keep...


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What To Know About Garden Spiders

You might not see them, but they're all around you — and that's a good thing. Meet your garden spiders,...


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10 Wildlife Deterrents Debunked!

From mothballs to fake owls, bunnies to bats, here are a few wildlife deterrents not worth spending your time and...


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What Are Carpenter Bees and How Do You Get Rid of Them?

These big, fuzzy pollinators are usually amicable neighbors, but here's what to know if they've decided to move into your...


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Can Coyotes Jump Fences?

Coyotes can get over fences, but not every kind. Fences also interfere with wildlife movement, so they aren't always the...


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Miller Moths: Learn About This Bug’s Migration, What They Eat, & More

Unruly miller moths fill Rocky Mountain homes every spring, but they're not useless pests. Here's what to know about these...


PIC Insect Killer Torch Review: The Best Solar-Powered Mosquito Zapper? (We Tried It!)

Enhance your backyard ambience and enjoy outdoor activities without being bugged (literally), thanks to the PIC insect killer...


7 Best Rabbit Repellents to Save Your Garden From the Adorable Creatures

Whether you have a large vegetable garden or small flower beds, keep them free of bunnies with the right rabbit...

Clove Oil Bug Repellent – DIY Recipe For Natural Pest Control

Our expert herbalist tells you how clove oil works as a natural bug repellent and teaches you in...


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What Are Mormon Crickets?

Squeamishness aside, masses of Mormon crickets can be fascinating. Here's what to know about them and how to keep them...


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This TikTok Hack Promises to Get Rid of Wasps, But Is It Actually Safe?

Before you go out to buy gasoline, read up on these safety guidelines.


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The 10 Most Common Types of Flies in the U.S.

The swatting season is here! We've got the buzz on the types of flies you're likely to encounter this summer.


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The Truth About Bug Bomb Residue: Is It Safe?

Curious about how long bug bomb residue lasts and whether it's safe? Here's everything you need to know...


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What To Know About Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Integrated Pest Management minimizes the use of pesticides. We asked three experts for tips on how to apply IPM strategies...


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Where Do Wasps Go in the Winter?

Hint: You won't find them flying south.


These Are the 8 Best Fly Catchers to Trap Fruit Flies, Bugs & Flying Insects

Forget chasing pesky flies around with an amateur swatter. Keep unwanted buzzers away with the best fly traps around.


What Is a Bat Exclusion and Do You Need One?

You want bats in your neighborhood for mosquito control. But if you don't want them in your home, a bat...

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Can Mosquitoes Bite Through Clothes?

Avoid mosquito bites all summer long by wearing the right clothing.


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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7 Best Spider Repellents & Sprays for Your House (That Actually Work)

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


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Red Ants vs. Fire Ants: What’s the Difference?

Learn the differences between red and fire ants (color is not one of them). The big similarity? Both are headaches...


Amdro Ant Killing Bait: How to Use, Reviews, Pros & Cons

Sick of ants bugging you? For a wallet-friendly price, you can protect the perimeter of your home with...

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What Do Cockroach Eggs Look Like?

Cockroach eggs incubate in sacs that contain dozens of offspring. But what do cockroach eggs look like? Do you really...


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What’s the Best Indoor Mosquito Trap to Catch and Kill Mosquitos Inside Your Home?

Thinking about buying an indoor mosquito trap? Not so fast. Here's what you need to know.


Hot Shot Liquid Roach Bait is Under $15 and Keeps Your Home Roach Free

Let the War of the Roaches begin—with Hot Shot Liquid Roach Bait. This product is the affordable and...


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Can People Smell Ants?

The ability to smell ants, like the aversion to cilantro, may be genetic. It's also possible that some people are...


These Mosquito Zappers & Electric Bug Killers Will Keep Your Home and Patio Pest-Free

Want to eliminate the most annoying pests of summer? Here's what to look for in a bug zapper to make...


What Smells Repel Cockroaches?

Cockroaches are universally unwelcome. Learn what smells deter cockroaches so you can keep them from darkening your door.