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How to get rid of pill bugs inside your house and banish gone for good

Though harmless, you won't want a pill bug infestation inside, entomologists warn

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Does one mouse mean that you have an infestation? We ask the pest experts

Spotted a mouse and worried there may be more in your home? We ask the pest experts if one mouse means you have an infestation on your hands.

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Best tick repellent plants – 5 plants that can steer these pests away from your yard

Protect your yard from these dangerous pests by choosing plants that naturally deter them

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What smells do rats and mice hate? 5 scents to help deter these pests

From peppermint oil to vinegar and cayenne pepper, these are the smells that rats and mice detest – learn how best to use them to protect your home from these unwanted visitors

Homes & Gardens

Best snail repellent plants – 5 plants to naturally deter these leaf munchers from your yard

Snails can cause a lot of damage to your foliage and vegetables if you let them. Here's how to keep them away from your plants

Homes & Gardens

3 Easy Tricks to Prevent Flying Ants Getting Into Your House — Do These Now, and Thanks Us Later

These flying pests can be found during warmer seasons around your home and garden. Here's everything you need to know to prevent them from entering your space

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Does hanging pennies in a bag of water keep flies and pests away? Our entomologists say no, and suggest 3 methods that really do work

Bizarre or brilliant? Pest control pros explore whether this pest control hack works to keep flies at bay and deterrents that really work

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How To Get Rid of Cicadas From Your Yard — 5 Things Experts Suggest You Should Do

Known to be among the loudest insects in the world, these critters can often become quite a nuisance if you stumble upon them in your backyard. So what would be the best method in keeping them out?

Livingetc

Best mouse repellent plants – 7 plants to naturally deter these rodents from your yard

Although cute, mice can cause havoc among your planting. Discover 7 natural deterrents to keep your plants free of damage

Homes & Gardens

NYC’s rat problem is so bad it’s holding a summit of vermin experts to ‘know our enemy’

"Preeminent rat researchers" are invited to attend.

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Why do ants come in the house? Pest experts reveal the reasons and how to remedy each pesky situation

If you're asking yourself, "Why do ants come in the house?" it's time to narrow down not only the culprits, but solutions. Our pest pros advise

Real Homes

How to get rid of ground wasps – 5 pest control-approved methods

If you have discovered a nest when mowing the lawn or weeding flower beds, you'll want to use one of the most reliable and safe removal methods

Homes & Gardens

Experts urge gardeners to take measures to repel cicadas and protect plants this spring

A cicada infestation will hit the US in April, risking damage to garden plants

Homes & Gardens

How to get rid of rodents in the attic – 5 tips from pest experts

Our experts explain the best humane way to get rid of rodents in your attic and prevent their return

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How to Get Rid of Gnats — Entomologist and Pest Expert Says You Need to Follow These Steps for a Bug-free Home

They're small but mighty and can be quite the nuisance, here's what you need to do to keep your home feeling fresh without those tiny flies

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These 7 simple tricks will help you get rid of mosquitoes naturally for a bite-free backyard with no zapping required

Pest control experts urge you to try these natural ways of keeping midges at bay before resorting to a zapper

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How to keep bugs out of a bedroom when sleeping with an open window

Pest control experts share their eight top tips for keeping bugs at bay when sleeping with a bedroom window open, to avoid waking up to a nasty surprise

Homes & Gardens

How to stop woodpeckers from pecking your house, according to pest control pros

Experts reveal how to stop woodpeckers from ruining your home this summer and disrupting a good night's sleep

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Home remedies for getting rid of water bugs – simple solutions to deter pests

Discover the ways you can deal with water bugs yourself with advice from the professionals

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Blizzard appeals the NLRB’s Blizzard Albany union decision – again

Following the NLRB’s decision to proceed with the Blizzard Albany QA union vote, Blizzard is asking the Board to hear its side of the story

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Best snake-repellent plants – 15 plants to stop these unwanted visitors coming to your yard

Grow repellent plants to keep these reptiles at bay and create an anti-snake zone in your outside space

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How to get rid of carpenter bees – 9 expert solutions for deterring these destructive pests

Pest control professionals share why it's essential to get rid of these bees and how to do it effectively

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