Will Cicadas Destroy Your Garden? 10 Things You Need to Know
Whether you find cicadas captivating or cringeworthy, you probably have one nagging question: Will my yard look the same once they've come and gone?
I Camp More Than 30 Days Every Year—Here’s the Mosquito Repellent I’ll Never Forget to Pack
As senior shopping editor and Reader's Digest's in-house camping expert, here's why I'll never camp without a Thermacell again.
This TikTok Hack Promises to Get Rid of Wasps, but Is It Actually Safe?
Before you head to the gas station to get what you need for this wasp-killing TikTok trick, read up on...
Bat Bugs vs. Bed Bugs: What’s the Difference?
How do you know if you have bat bugs vs. bed bugs? We explain how to tell these little "suckers"...
How to Get Rid of Carpet Beetles Once and for All
Find out how to get rid of these unwanted carpet-dwelling pests—for good
The 20 Best Mosquito Repellents to Keep Your Family Protected
We found the best mosquito repellent products for bite-free summer adventures.
How These Four Colors May Help You Avoid Mosquito Bites
Mosquitoes are pretty unavoidable in the summer, but can color help fight these buzzing pests? Here's what a team of...
I Tried the Bug Bite Thing, and Yes, It Actually Stops Mosquito Bites From Itching
Irritation from mosquito bites will be a thing of the past, thanks to the Big Bite Thing.
How to Get Rid of Spiders for Good
Even the most ardent nature lovers don't want any eight-legged house guests in their homes. Here's how to banish spiders...
10 Best Ways to Get Rid of Pesky Fruit Flies
When it comes to banishing fruit flies, these simple DIY and store-bought methods are quick and painless. Well, for you,...
If You See Metal Wrapped Around a Tree, This Is What It Means
Those metal bands, also known as baffles, strapped around trees are not holding the tree together, but they do have...
If You See a Dryer Sheet in Your Mailbox, Here’s What It Means
Finding a dryer sheet in your mailbox may seem strange, but it’s actually a helpful hack that could keep you...
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.
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 the exterminator to get to...
15 Household Items That Kill Ants Once and for All
Kick pesky ants out of your house and back to their colony with these easy, expert-approved tricks
6 Clear Signs Your House Has a Bat Infestation
They’re great for the environment, but not your home. Don’t miss these early signs of a bat infestation.
