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    Pest Control

    From bed bugs to mice to whatever it is that’s munching on your garden, these critters need to go—now. Here’s how to tell if you’ve got a problem and what to do about it.

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    6 Pictures That Will Change the Way You Look At Moths

    Butterflies may get all the glory, but these reader pictures of moths prove that some are just as beautiful and colorful.
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    This Woman Almost Lost Her Leg Due to an Ant Bite

    After an ant bite, a woman with type 1 diabetes was told she needed an...

    Here’s How to Get Rid of the Most Common Pantry Pests

    Pantry pests are exactly what they sound like: pesky little bugs that like to set...
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    We Found a Homemade Fruit Fly Trap That Actually Works

    After my first fruit fly sighting of summer, I was determined to get rid of...
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    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...
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    These Are the Most Annoying Pests in Every State

    If you search Google to learn how to deal with pests, you aren't alone. Based...

    What Is the Deadly Kissing Bug?

    Don't let the cutesy name fool you—these bugs can cause serious harm.

    10 Products That Keep Bugs Away From Your Outdoor Eats

    Whether you're looking for mosquito repellent or wasp traps, we found the best way to...

    If You Live in These Cities, Pest Populations Are About to Spike

    April showers bring May flowers, but abnormal fall and winter weather can bring cockroaches, rats,...

    Here’s What Really Kills Cockroaches—And What Doesn’t

    Looking to get rid of cockroaches lurking in your house? If you can't wait for...

    How to Get Rid of Stink Bugs

    Stink bugs are shriek-worthy foes—whether they fall off the ceiling and drop on your head...

    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...

    7 Bugs You Should Never Kill In Your Garden

    Not all bugs are created equal. Some pollinate the crops or feed on destructive pests,...

    The Best Bed Bug Exterminator in Every State

    Bed bugs are back and exterminators are busier than ever trying to kill these blood-sucking...

    14 Exterminator Nightmares that Will Make You Cringe

    Birds in vents, raccoons in the attic, and a python on the front lawn: You...

    6 Home Remedies for Bed Bugs

    While you'll still need professional help, you can use these home remedies for bed bugs...

    Why Bed Bug Sprays and Repellents Might Make Your Problem Worse

    You might want to make a mad dash to load up on bed bug sprays...

    Here’s How to Spot the Difference Between Lice and Dandruff

    Take a break from itching and take a look at your hair.

    This Is How to Get Rid of Box Elder Bugs

    Hint: insecticide isn't the best option.

    11 Pests That Could Be Hiding in Your Attic

    These critters didn't sign a lease and could be living rent-free and wreaking havoc in...

    13 Things in Your House That Are Attracting Pests Right Now

    The best way to control pests in your house? Don't make it enticing for them...

    11 Things Mice Don’t Want You to Know

    As cold weather approaches, so do mice. Find out these secrets about the rodents to...

    9 Myths About Ants You Need to Stop Believing

    According to many pest experts, these DIY remedies do little to fix the problem at...