Arachnophobia may have been an underrated 90’s horror film, but it is also a very real fear for 9% of Americans. On the bright side, unless you live in Australia, this fear is largely unfounded since, of the roughly 34,000 discovered species of spider, only a dozen are harmful to humans. One such spider known… Continue reading How to Get Rid of Brown Recluse Spiders in House Naturally
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Will Rats Attack or Bite Humans? (& Are Rats DANGEROUS?)
Many people are afraid of rats and with good reason. With a history of spreading disease and leaving destruction in their wake, they are hardly a welcomed sight in a household. Add to this the fact that there is no telling how many may be lurking unseen for every rat that you do see. And… Continue reading Will Rats Attack or Bite Humans? (& Are Rats DANGEROUS?)
The BEST Sparrow Traps (Top Reviews, Trap Effectiveness & Control Tips)
We will show you some of the best sparrow traps—both homemade and manufactured sparrow traps—and discuss some pros and cons of different kinds of sparrow traps. We will also share some sparrow prevention tips since you probably prefer to spend as little time as possible trapping and releasing sparrows. What is a sparrow? A sparrow… Continue reading The BEST Sparrow Traps (Top Reviews, Trap Effectiveness & Control Tips)
How To Prevent Bed Bugs: Preventative & Deterrent Tips
Bed bug infestations are costly and very difficult to get rid of. These invasive insects are incredibly good at hiding and surprisingly resilient. This means that once they’re given the opportunity to set up camp, consumers are forced to invest lots of time and energy into eliminating them. If you want to learn how to… Continue reading How To Prevent Bed Bugs: Preventative & Deterrent Tips
How to get rid of bats outside your house (Bat removal tips)
Getting rid of bats outside your home may increase other (more annoying) pests because bats eat thousands of bugs, including mosquitos. Sometimes, however, bats choose to live in places too close to our homes for comfort. Beyond their seemingly spooky swooping, bats can also carry diseases. When more and more bats start hanging out near… Continue reading How to get rid of bats outside your house (Bat removal tips)
Get Rid of Ladybug Infestations Naturally – Inside & Outside
The newly imported ladybug, better known as the Asian lady beetle has become quite a nuisance. Originally brought to the country to control predators like aphids, these little beetles can become extremely annoying if they take shelter in your homes to escape the cold winter climate. To get rid of ladybugs, you have quite a… Continue reading Get Rid of Ladybug Infestations Naturally – Inside & Outside
Pavement Ants Control Guide (Identification, DIY Removal & Tips)
Pavement ants are native to Europe and were mostly brought over to the colonies in the 1700s when colonists were carrying soil on the ships for ballast. Once the ships reached the colonies the soil was offloaded, along with the ants living in it. Today these ants are spread over the East Coast and can… Continue reading Pavement Ants Control Guide (Identification, DIY Removal & Tips)
How to Get Rid of Crickets You Can’t Find (HINT: Use Your Vacuum.)
Crickets may be one of the better parts of a summer evening when their songs rise up from the grass, but they are less than welcome if they move into your house. Some species of crickets, like the cave cricket, live in colonies and can cause an outright infestation during warmer months. While mostly harmless,… Continue reading How to Get Rid of Crickets You Can’t Find (HINT: Use Your Vacuum.)
How to Get Rid of Ticks From Your Body, Clothes, Pets & Yard (Tick Killers)
Disambiguation: this article covers how to remove ticks of the arachnid variety and does not cover the process required to remove the lovable blue hero and, Arthur, his moth-costumed sidekick from the 90’s animated series, The Tick, though low ratings seem capable of doing the job. With that out of the way, focus can now… Continue reading How to Get Rid of Ticks From Your Body, Clothes, Pets & Yard (Tick Killers)
Lizard Repellent (Top 12 natural & chemical deterrents)
Though lizards are mostly harmless reptiles, some people try to employ lizard repellents to keep lizards away from their homes or yards. Before trying lizard deterrents, however, you should ensure you remove common lizard attractants, if feasible. For example, some lizards enjoy being close to water. People living in tropical or desert areas of the… Continue reading Lizard Repellent (Top 12 natural & chemical deterrents)
Control Pharaoh Ants: Identification, Removal & Prevention Tips
Pharaoh ants, also sometimes called sugar ants, are a major issue across the United States. Many people think that these just infest tropical climates, but essentially any place that has heat, is where they can be found. Sugar ants, aren’t really a specific type of ant, but rather a kind of ant – one that… Continue reading Control Pharaoh Ants: Identification, Removal & Prevention Tips
When Do Squirrels Have Babies & Typical Squirrel Nesting Behavior
Wondering when squirrels have babies? Or what their typical nesting behavior is? We will explain squirrels’ life cycle. What exactly are squirrels? Medium-size rodents you find climbing up trees, picking acorns up off the lawn, snacking on bird seeds from feeders and chasing each other around from time to time are Squirrels. You can find… Continue reading When Do Squirrels Have Babies & Typical Squirrel Nesting Behavior