Pests

Does the Viral Paper Bag Wasp Deterrent Trick Really Work?

Here's what experts really think about the popular TikTok hack.


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15 Things You Should Never Store in Your Garage

If you want to keep your home pest-free and your belongings in good condition, never store these items in your...


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The 10 Most Disgusting House Bugs—and the Best Ways to Get Rid of Them

If the mere sight of these creepy-crawlies is enough to make you itch, you'll want to put these housekeeping strategies...


If You Wash With This Kind of Soap, You Could Be Attracting Mosquitoes

Can't stop itching from bug bites? It may be time to swap out your soap, according to Virginia Tech researchers.

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How to Get Rid of Ants for Good

Kick pesky ants out of your house and back to their colony with these easy, expert-approved tricks.


Could This Be What’s Behind Your “Fruit Fly” Infestation?

If you've been trying to rid your home of fruit flies for a while now without any luck, there's a...

13 Secrets Your Exterminator Wants You to Know

Repelling pests can be as simple as changing the light bulb above your porch.


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10 Surprising Ways You’re Attracting Mosquitoes to Your Home

Don't leave a welcome mat for mosquitoes to swarm your home!


Here’s What Spider Bites Look Like—and When to Call the Doctor

Spiders are probably more scared of you than you are of them, but if you do get bitten, here's the...


Here’s Why You Should Never Kill a House Centipede

Centipedes may be creepy-looking, but you may want to think twice before squishing that bug to bits.

This Is How to Spot Bed Bugs in Your Hotel Room

Bed bugs won’t just ruin your stay—that bad luck could follow you home, because bed bugs can latch onto your...


11 Pests That Could Be Hiding in Your Attic

Perhaps it's the fluffy tail or their crazy shenanigans, but squirrels are kind of cute when they're scampering in the...