In the pest control world, finding all-natural, eco-friendly pest solutions is something of a holy grail. Even the coveted insecticidal neem oil can be bad for the environment in some circumstances. But among all of the competition, two remedies stand out. In the left corner we have diatomaceous earth, and in the right corner is … Read more
Of all the little nasty ankle-biters, perhaps the worst are chiggers. These critters are so tiny you may not even realize the source of the blistery rash around your ankles. Let’s take a look at how to get rid of these nasty critters, how to avoid them, then get to know just what they are. … Read more
Regardless of whether you’re a cat or dog person, one thing is clear: stray cats and dogs are more of Man’s best fiends than friends. Today we’ll look at how you can get rid of stray dogs that decide to cause issues on your property, as well as how to keep them away. Of course, … Read more
There’s a good chance you don’t need Yoda to tell you that seagulls can be avian terrors. Even worse, gulls aren’t limited to coastal areas. Let’s take a look at ways to get rid of seagulls, as well as how to keep them away from your property. Then we’ll get to know them a bit … Read more
Anyone who’s owned an aquarium knows how wonderful snails are. Conversely, anyone who’s owned plants knows how frustrating slugs are. Today we’re going to look at these little monsters and how to get rid of them. But more importantly, we’ll examine prevention methods and get to know more about slugs. You might be surprised by … Read more
No doubt you’ve heard of bookworms, but booklice are perhaps even more common and every bit as destructive. They’re hard to spot and often mistaken for other household pests, but shouldn’t be underestimated. Let’s look at ways to get rid of booklice infestations as well as ways to prevent them in future. Afterwards, we’ll get … Read more
We’re pretty sure Bon Jovi wasn’t thinking about goose poop when he wrote Slippery When Wet, but it’s an apt description. Unlike most critters, geese could probably be harnessed as a weapon of war due to their droppings. But let’s learn to identify their poop and look at all the ways it can cause a … Read more
While it’s common for people to be creeped out by bugs or spiders, scolopendrphobia is a phobia you likely have but never heard of. It’s the fear of centipedes, perhaps the creepiest crawlie out there. But beyond the sheer disgust factor, should you worry about these common pests? Let’s take a look at how to … Read more
When it comes to household pests, few creatures can sneak into your home as stealthily as mice; often leaving only tiny calling cards as evidence of their presence. By the time you actually spot one scurrying across your floor, they’ve likely already left plenty of evidence behind in the form of droppings and damage. Today, … Read more
Woodpeckers may be popular among kids and in pop culture, but adults are rarely happy when one pays a visit in real life. They’re known for being noisy and often destructive, but should you really shoo them off? Let’s look at how to chase woodpeckers off your property and keep them away. Then, we’ll get … Read more