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How to Get Certified as an Exterminator

Ever want to be a critter buster?

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Very, Very Tiny Brown Ants

Don't let these little cuties go unaddressed.

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How to Stop the Top 8 Spring Pests

Stop small problems before they turn into infestations.

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How to Get Rid of 4 Winter Pests

Your warm home gets more tempting in colder months.

How to Get Rid of Wasps Under Siding

Remove wasps under siding and around your home.

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How to Make Homemade Bee Repellent

Protect yourself without hurting your garden.

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How to Kill Yellow Jackets and Prevent Infestation

Sting the yellow jackets before they sting you.

A mouse hides in a pantry.
7 Tips to Pest Proof Your Pantry

Small rodents and certain insects invade more frequently when the cold weather hits.

A pigeon in a house.
How to Shoo a Bird Out of Your House

To get rid of birds that have accidentally flown into your house you'll have to stay calm.

A bat hanging upside down from a branch.
How to Get Rid of Bats

Bat urine and droppings destroy wood and ruin other building materials.

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Most Common Cool Weather Pests and How to Get Rid of Them

Some pests are more likely to invade during the winter.

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Ask These 11 Questions Before Hiring an Exterminator

Get the answers before committing to a pro.

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Common Pests by Region

From bats and scorpions to silverfish and moths, combat the common pests with these methods.

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In-a-Pinch Pest Control

Prevent or rid your home of unwanted pests by following these quick and easy remedies!

A cricket on a wood surface.
How to Kill Crickets Using Natural Products

Crickets can be a nuisance, but using pesticides may not be the answer for eliminating them. Here are some natural solutions.

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How to Get Rid of Yellow Jackets in Your Attic

There are several options to try to give wasps the buzz off.

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How to Stop a Flea Infestation in its Tracks

Get rid of fleas in no time with these comprehensive steps.

A mice peeking out from a a shelf.
3 Common Winter Pests to Guard Your Home Against

Winter may be a downer, but don't make it worse by leaving your home vulnerable to winter pests.

An upside down cockroach on a wood floor.
Pest Control: DIY or Go to the Pros?

How do you know if it's an easy fix?

Ants on a counter.
Pest Attractors and How to Avoid Them

Even when you keep your space neat, you may still have pests.

A mouse sitting in a small sheltered space.
Common Household Pests and Why They're In Your Home

Take proactive measures by knowing how and why pests are invading your home.

Silverfish
How to Use Boric Acid to Kill Silverfish

Silverfish in your home will eat through fibers.

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3 Ways to Kill Earwigs in Your Home

Earwigs can make an unpleasant presence in your home.

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16 Natural Pest Repellents

Here's how to make your home less welcoming to pests.

fire ant
Using Boric Acid to Kill Fire Ants

Be the one to set fire to these nasty ants.

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How to Get Rid of Bees

Get your bees to buzz off.

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Identifying Spiders by Their Webs

Identify what spiders are lurking in the shadows.

Termite trails in old, rotted wood.
How to Get Rid of Wood Borers

Save the wood inside your home by familiarizing yourself with common wood-boring pests and extermination methods.

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Pest Infestation: Identification and Solutions

Infestation caused by pests like insects or other animals can spell frustration for homeowners.

A cockroach on wood.
7 Signs You Have Pests

Most homeowners agree that any uninvited guest in their home is considered a pest.

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Prevent Indoor Pests this Summer

Relax in a clean environment free of unwanted inhabitants.

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Get Rid of Silverfish

They're faster, but you're smarter.

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Battling a Centipede Invasion

Here's how to get rid of unwanted pests.

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Answers to Questions About Indoor Insect and Pest Control

More Home Care Questions and Answers Q. I have found a large wasps' nest.

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2 Types of Ant Traps for Your Kitchen

Household ants can cause a lot of trouble in your kitchen area,

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How to Get Rid of Birds in the Attic

Shoo away unwelcome attic birds in 4 easy steps.

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How to Get Rid of Ants in Kitchen Drains

Ants can survive in hard-to-reach places.

A great black wasp gathers nectar from a group of white flowers.
Identifying and Removing Black Wasps From Your Home

Learn some things you didn’t know about these insects and find out how you can safely handle them around your home.

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Eliminating a Larvae Infestation

What are they? Where are they coming from?

A large scorpion sitting in the palm of a person's hand.
How to Get Rid of Scorpions in Your Home

Take care of a scorpion problem in your home by nipping it at the source.

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How to Kill Fire Ants Organically

You should be aware about organic, pest-eradication methods when planning to kill fire ants.

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How to Safely Kill Silverfish in Your Home

These unwelcome guests love to munch on bread and paper.

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How to Get Rid of Spiders In Your Basement Crawl Space

Spiders like dark, damp, private spaces like your basement.

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How to Make Homemade Ant Killer

Ants are a regular plague and they can be difficult to get rid of with a home made ant killer.