Pest Control

The name may have changed but the damage it does to trees remains the same. The LDD (or European spongy...

Early spring might not be the time of year you think of these stinging pests, but it should be.

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

If you come across a hammerhead worm in your home or garden, read this before taking action.

An inglorious list, indeed. Here's how to prevent bringing bed bugs home to yours.

The leafhopper. Never has an insect been so copiously prevalent yet rudely ignored by lawn enthusiasts. Here's why they require...

It's not all that hard to coexist with skunks. Here's how to keep them from moving in, and how to...

Sod webworms are a common nuisance in residential lawns. Sometimes they're just pesky and can be easily ignored. But they...

Not a fan of loose change? In the South, some people swear by using change in a bag of water...

Is boric acid for you? Learn how it works, and whether it's safe for your family and pets.

From sealing entry points to herbal deterrents, here's how to keep mice from moving into your vacation cabin while you're...

Cute and a little mischievous, we take a closer look at chipmunks and why you may want to get rid...

Thinking about using expanding foam for pest control at your cabin? Learn all about spray foam and whether it's the...

What's that unpleasant smell? It may be an infestation of stink bugs. We round up the best stink bug repellents...

Want to keep your firewood organized and dry? Here's how.

Learn whether or not there's cause for concern, beyond a mild case of the creeps due to all those legs.

Never think of bugs as creepy or crawly again! These pictures of bugs show how amazing (and beautiful) these creatures...

It's good to know what you're up against when rodents invade your home. Here's what pro exterminators say.

What you need to know about cockroaches so you can get them out of your house for good.

When the ants come marching in, here's what professional exterminators want you to know.

Don't let termites take over your home. Exterminators share the things they most want you to know to protect what...

Pest infestations can be nasty. Could mothballs help?

Hungry squirrels are no match for a Slinky. It's a simple, cost-efficient way to keep squirrels out of your bird...

Autumn ambassadors with astounding abilities, woolly bear caterpillars have wormed their way into our tool sheds, folklore, festivities and hearts.

This peculiar squiggly pattern is caused by a certain type of garden pest. Learn why they do it and how...

Encountering a swarm of airborne arthropods in and around your home can be unsettling. Don't panic! Here's what you need...

They'll crunch and they'll munch and they'll chew your house down! Here's how to work with an exterminator to battle...

Break out the magnifying glass to get a better look at the microscopic mite, a parasitic organism that can make...

Ant bites and stings are more common than you think. Learn which ants are relatively harmless and which you should...