Of all the disgust-inducing critters, the one which instills the most frequent hate is the cockroach. But what if we told you not all roaches are malicious invaders? The wood roach (AKA tree roach) is a notable exception to the cockroach stereotype. Of course, even exceptions can be unwanted, so knowing when you’re up against …
Nobody likes ants in the house (especially after a family get-together ends), but some species can be the herald of more than just an annoying line of protein bites marching across your kitchen floor. Carpenter ants have a particularly nasty reputation among homeowners. Just how much should you worry about these tiny critters? Let’s look …
Chances are you’ve peacefully coexisted with these microscopic critters your entire life and never knew it. However, dust mites are a total nightmare for people with allergies or breathing-related health issues. You can’t completely eliminate dust mites, but you can certainly bring the population under control. Before learning how to get rid of dust mites, …
You might already know how to get rid of spiders in the house, but what about the eggs they leave behind? Come spring, you could be dealing with a nest of spiders numbering in the hundreds. Thankfully, most of these baby spiders will die or move on, but plenty will stick around. Disposing of a …
You wouldn’t expect flies to be a problem in the winter, but here they are, a large number of flies hanging around in the house all of a sudden. These large pests are just as genetically unable to fly out an open window as their cousins, the house fly, and love to amass on your …
Chances are, you’ve run into a camel cricket while exploring the great outdoors, especially when exploring caves. Unfortunately, when they get into your home, they can wreak far more havoc than a true cricket. Here’s all you need to know about these critters, as well as several ways to get rid of camel crickets and …
Summer is one of the most annoying times of the year when it comes to insects. From June bugs and mosquitoes to gnats and midgees, bugs seem determined to frustrate you all summer long. Sweat bees are no exception, and these particular pests can become a literal pain when attracted. Let’s take a look at …
June is a beautiful month for garden enthusiasts, but it’s also a horrible time for pests, with a selection of bugs appearing throughout the month that can drive you absolutely bonkers. Of these, the most notorious are cicadas and June bugs, which are often confused. Like a plague of locusts, June bugs sweep in, do …
While some people might say I overreact towards flies, I doubt anyone could fault me when it comes to the horse fly. These pests live up to the phrase “vicious bloodsuckers” despite being related to regular houseflies. Unfortunately, these pests have some environmental benefit and often breed in protected areas, making it impossibly to completely …
Bees are heralded as the only species to produce food consumed by humans, although they have a lot of other qualities. Unfortunately, some of these qualities also make them problematic. Depending upon the species, they can be aggressive or even cause damage to your home. The worst part is that other stinging insects can be …
