Getting Rid of June Bugs?This is a page about getting rid of June bugs. These harmless bugs can cause damage to a lawn or garden.
Getting Rid of an Armadillo?This is a page about getting rid of an armadillo. These new world, armored animals with their low body temperatures are found in warm climates. They can be very destructive in a garden.
Identifying and Controlling Chinch BugsThis is a page about identifying and controlling chinch bugs. These small insects can wreak havoc on your lawn as they dine on their favorite food, grass.
Identifying and Controlling LeafhoppersThis is a page about identifying and controlling leafhoppers. Leafhoppers belong to one of the largest families of plant eating insects. Identification is the first step in controlling them in your garden.
Getting Rid of Shrews in the House?This is a page about getting rid of shrews in the house. Shrews are small omnivorous mammals that may find their way into your home.
Getting Rid of CutwormsThis is a page about getting rid of cutworms. Cutworms can leave your garden looking like a shockwave hit it and broke all of the plant stems off at ground level. Luckily there are a number of ways to get rid of these destructive caterpillars.
Hiring an Exterminator?This page is about hiring an exterminator. A pest control professional may be necessary to destroy completely destructive insects or rodents that may be present in your home.
Keeping Flies Away from Chicken Coop?This page is about keeping flies away from chicken coop. Flies can be attracted to a chicken house because of the food refuse and poop.
Natural Snake RepellentsGetting rid of the snake's food source is the first step to reducing their attraction of your yard. This page is about natural snake repellents.
Keeping Cats from Scratching Doors?This is a page about keeping cats from scratching doors. Do the neighborhood cats keep scratching and clawing at your door causing unsightly damage and driving you crazy? There are healthy and happy solutions to the madness.
Identifying Flying InsectsThere are a variety of small insects that can be bothersome around the house and yard. Use these tips to help identify and mitigate common tiny insects. This is a page about identifying flying insects.
Getting Rid of Little Brown Flying Bugs?I have these little brown bugs with little wings in my room. I cleaned it to see if they would leave, but they are still here. How do I get rid of them without making my room smell awful?
Getting Rid of Ants and Mice?How can I get rid of ants and mice?
Getting Rid of Fruit Flies?What kind of home remedies are there for fruit flies? Please anyone out there.
Protecting Chickens from Cats?I have chickens and put up chicken wire, but cats still come around. How can I keep them away?
Keeping Mice out of Appliances?Sometimes mice can get into places that they don't belong. This a page about keeping mice out of appliances.
Keeping Neighbor's Cats Off Heat/AC Unit?When the weather cools, seldom a night passes without the bang or thud of the neighbor's stray cats (she feeds them, so they keep coming around) jumping onto my heater/gas pack unit which is outside my bedroom window.
Diatomaceous Earth to Get Rid of ParasitesFood Grade Diatomaceous earth will kill fleas, ticks, bed bugs and almost any other insect. If taken internally, it will also rid your dog of worms and parasites. It must be FOOD GRADE not the kind sold at pool supply companies.
Getting Rid of Insects That Bite While Sleeping?My elderly mother lives with me and has recently been getting insect bites at night. The bites are about a half inch in diameter and one got infected and she had to take an antibiotic. My bedroom is next door and I am not getting bitten. We have two cats, both of them on flea control.
Getting Rid of Crickets Outside?This is a guide about getting rid of crickets outside. If crickets are eating your young seedlings or keeping you awake at night you may want to get them away from your house.
Preventing Flea Bites?This is a page about preventing flea bites. Fleas don't just bite our pets, as the infestation escalates they can become a problem for the pet owners as well.
Keeping Chipmunks Out of a GardenThis is a page about keeping chipmunks out of a garden. Chipmunks enjoy a nice fruit or vegetable entree straight from your garden. However, you probably have different ideas for your produce and flowers.
Keeping Bugs from Coming in The HouseThis is a page about keeping bugs from coming in the house. Keeping bugs from getting into your house can be a challenge.
Organic Mole RepellentsThis is a page about organic mole repellents. While moles are actually beneficial to your garden, eating the larvae of many harmful insects and aerating the soil, most homeowners don't like the messy piles of dirt. To send these little miners packing you don't need to use poisons or traps.
Keeping Squirrels Out of an RV?This is a page about keeping squirrels out of an RV. Squirrels like to nest in the engine compartments of parked vehicles as well as seek a warm refuge inside your RV if they can find access.
Keeping Squirrels Out of a Vegetable GardenThis is a page about keeping squirrels out of a vegetable garden. Has your vegetable garden become the salad bowl for the local squirrel population? If so, then you are probably looking for a way to keep them out.
Homemade Insecticide RecipesThis is a page about homemade insecticide recipes. Many gardeners prefer to make their own insecticide rather than buying products from the nursery or garden store.
Squirrels Eating Tomatoes?This is a page about squirrels eating tomatoes. Cute though they may be, most gardeners tend to lose their patience a bit when the local squirrels begin to dine on their tomatoes.
Getting Rid of Underground Bumble...This page is about getting rid of underground bumble bee nest. Having a bee nest under your lawn can be a problem.
Homemade Rat Bait IdeasThis is a page about homemade rat bait ideas. Getting rid of rats generally involves large traps or toxic poisons. It you are looking for another approach, there are many homemade options, many not involving toxic ingredients.
Getting Rid of Deer Flies (Yellow Flies)?This is a page about getting rid of deer flies (yellow flies). If you have ever been bitten by a deer fly, it is an experience you don't want to have again.
Keeping Squirrels from Eating Tomatoes?This is a page about keeping squirrels from eating tomatoes. The local squirrels will certainly enjoy the tomatoes in your garden, much to your dismay.
Small White Worms in Recycle Bin?They started inside of the food recycle bin and are now all over our backyard pavement. How do I get rid of them? What are they?
Fleas in Potted Plants?Although fleas do not typically live on plants for any length of time, they may take up temporary residence. This is a page about fleas in potted plants.
Protecting Fruit Trees From DeerThis is a page about protecting fruit trees from deer. Deer love to feast on the young tender fruit tree buds and bark. They can do significant damage if left unchecked.
Homemade Ant Bait RecipesIf getting rid of ants in your home and garden is the desired outcome, making your own ant bait at home is easy and effective to do that. This page contains homemade ant bait recipes.
Keeping Snakes Out of Yard?What can you use in your yard to avoid the presence of snakes of any kind?
What Kind of Snake is This?Trying to identify a snake seen in your garden or on a camping trip can be difficult. This is a page about "what kind of snake is this?".
Keeping Mice Out of a Dryer Vent?This is a page about keeping mice out of a dryer vent. Mice can enter your home through very small holes. You don't want your dryer vent to become a thoroughfare for these pesky rodents.
Mosquito Repellents for Young Children?This is a page about mosquito repellents for young children. Use care and do your research when choosing an insect repellent to use on young children.
Scratching Noises in Walls?This is a page about scratching noises in walls. Scratching noises in the walls may be the sign of critters that you will want to eliminate.
Keeping Animals Out of FlowerpotsThis is a page about keeping animals out of flowerpots. Do the local domestic and wildlife population members like to relieve themselves in your flowerpots? Or maybe bury peanuts and seeds?
Mice Repellent RecipesThis page contains mice repellent recipes. Discouraging rodents from coming into your home, car or garden is the goal.
Fleas Inside of Walls?This is a page about fleas inside of walls. Fleas inside your home can be difficult to get rid of.
Keeping Birds Away From Air ConditionersThis is a page about keeping birds away from air conditioners. Birds are known to use an air conditioning unit either as a roost or as a good place to build their nest.
Keeping Mice Out of a CamperThis page is about keeping mice out of a camper. Rodents are attracted to human living quarters even when they are mobile.
Keeping Bees AwayThis is a page about keeping bees away. It is very annoying to be plagued by bees whenever you try to sit outside, have a picnic, or engage in other outdoor activities.
Keeping Bees Out of Bird Houses?This is a page about keeping bees out of bird houses. Bees and other insects are known build nests inside birdhouses.
Using Soaps and Detergents for Insect...This page is about using soaps and detergents for insect control on plants. Keeping insects from consuming your plants can sometimes be a challenge.
Squirrels Damaging Outdoor Furniture?This is a page about squirrels damaging outdoor furniture. Squirrels may be cute and fun to watch at their antics, but there is no humor involved, when they start to shred and destroy your outdoor furniture cushions.
Homemade Bee RepellentsThis is a page about homemade bee repellents. Keeping bees away from your home and yard can be costly and involve using commercial sprays. You can save money and perhaps use less toxic products by making your own homemade bee repellents.
Keeping Bees Away From a Pool?This is a page about keeping bees away from a pool. Bees are often seen winging down to a backyard pool for a drink.
Getting Rid of Yellow Jackets in Your House?Yellow jackets can enter your home through very small openings, such as damaged screens and attic vents. This is a page about getting rid of yellow jackets in your home.
Something Eating My Pecans?What type of animal will eat pecans and get inside a house? I also need to know how you get rid of this animal? I have already put the pecans in my freezer.
Ants Eating Sunflowers?This is a page about ants eating sunflowers. Ants are all over your beautiful sunflowers, munching away at the leaves.
Keeping Dogs Out of FlowerbedsThis is a page about keeping dogs out of flowerbeds. It seems that despite having all of the rest of the yard to lie in, dogs love to snooze or dig in the flower garden.
Repelling InsectsThis page is about repelling insects. There are ways to make your home and garden less attractive to bugs.
Keeping Neighborhood Cats Off PorchThis is a page about keeping neighborhood cats off porch. Even cat lovers are not necessarily pleased when the neighborhood cats take up residence on their porch.
Dawn Dish Soap For AntsI like to use things I already have around the house for getting rid of bugs. I tried Dawn liquid soap to kill ants and it really worked.
Getting Rid of RatsThis page is about getting rid of rats. Whether in your garden or a building, these rodents can cause many problems.
Natural Repellent for Sand Flies?This is a page about natural repellent for sand flies. Sand flies are blood sucking flies typically found in sandy areas, hence their name.
Getting Rid of Fire AntsThis is a page about getting rid of fire ants. Fire ants are not only annoying when they invade your home or yard, but their bite is also very painful to humans and their pets.
Getting Rid of CrowsThis is a page about getting rid of crows. Crows are highly intelligent birds, but sometimes their raucous calls, or dominance of the bird feeder may be cause for wanting them to move on.
Getting Rid of Sand Fleas?This is a page about getting rid of sand fleas. Sand fleas are common in coastal areas, but can also be found in rotting vegetables, near creeks, and other wet areas. They are annoying pests, similar to a flea with a painful bite.
Getting Rid of Asian BeetlesThis is a page about getting rid of Asian beetles. Often confused with Ladybugs, Asian beetles can invade your home in vast numbers.
Getting Rid of MiceThis is a page about getting rid of mice. Mice can enter your home through incredibly small openings.
Preventing Bed Bugs From Moving With YouThis is a page about preventing bed bugs from moving with you. Bed bugs are notorious for hitching a ride in clothing, furniture, and other items when you move.
Biting Indoor Bugs?We have had an problem with bedbugs in the recent past, but we finally got them under control in 2 of the properties and all was cleared. Now we have complaints from tenants about bites.
Pest Control Tips for Around the HouseThis page is about pest control tips around the house. Being free of insects and rodents in the home is the goal.
Getting Rid of BeesThis is a page about getting rid of bees. Although bees are not generally aggressive like wasps, you may not want them buzzing around your home or garden.
Health Risks from Using MothballsThis page is about health risks from using mothballs. These pest deterrents are highly toxic when ingested, and there are other environmental concerns as well.
Getting Rid of a Moth Infestation?This page is about getting rid of a moth infestation. Having moths inside your home can be a real nuisance.
Getting Rid of Carpenter BeesCarpenter bees will attack the wood trim and porches around your home making holes and tunnels for nesting. This is a page about getting rid of carpenter bees.
Getting Rid of Carpet BeetlesThis is a page about getting rid of carpet beetles. Carpet beetles can damage your carpet by eating the fibers. They can also spread into furniture and other areas.
Using Peppermint Oil for Mice ControlThere are a number of methods used to get rid of mice without the use of poison or traps. This is a page about using peppermint oil for mice control.
Getting Rid of Centipedes Inside Your HomeThis is a page about getting rid of centipedes inside your home. While you may be fine with centipedes outside in your garden, things change when they venture inside.
Keeping Weevils Out of Stored FoodThis is a page about keeping weevils out of stored food. Weevils can hitchhike into your pantry in boxed dry goods.
Keeping Bugs Away When Sitting OutdoorsThis is a page about keeping bugs away when sitting outdoors. Bugs buzzing and swarming around can make your time outdoors anything but enjoyable.
Preventing Pantry PestsThis is a page about preventing pantry pests. Opening your pantry to find bugs is frustrating.
Controlling Ants in the Vegetable GardenThis is a page about controlling ants in the vegetable garden. Sometimes ants can be beneficial in your garden, but if they are destroying the plants or veggies, you will want to find a safe way to control them.
Repelling Gnats OutsideThis is a page about repelling gnats outside. Flying gnats outdoors are annoying and can spoil your relaxation in the yard or garden.
Getting Rid of Carpenter AntsThis page is about getting rid of carpenter ants. Using a safe, thorough method to keep these ants from your home and buildings is important.
Keeping Dogs Out of Your GardenThis is a page about keeping dogs out of your garden. Keeping your own dogs or wandering neighborhood dogs out of the garden can be frustrating.
Getting Rid of Rats Inside Your HouseThis is a page about getting rid of rats inside your house. Controlling a rat infestation of your home can be unpleasant.
Dealing With Rats Outside Your HouseThis is a page about dealing with rats outside your house. Rats are very much at home around people, even if we wish they would find a new home.
Flea-like Splinter Looking Bugs on Cats?I live in a log cabin in the woods. We have indoor cats that never go out. Recently they have gotten bugs that look like black splinters and jump like fleas. It makes them itch constantly. They jump on humans too and bite, but don't make us swell up. I can't get rid of them. Any suggestions?
Cats in the Attic?This is a page about cats in the attic. Cute, furry cats are no fun if they if they are feral cats living in your attic.
Homemade Bug SprayThis page is about homemade bug spray. Making a spray to deal with insects can take care of the problem.
Getting Rid of Mice Without Poison?This page is about getting rid of mice without poison. Whether you use cats or traps, there are ways to control a rodent invasion.
Dog Repellants?This page is about dog repellents. Without a fence, keeping animals out of your yard and garden can be a challenge.
Getting Rid of Ants in a Beehive?This page is about getting rid of ants in a beehive. Ants can wreak havoc in a beehive.
Dealing With Stray CatsThis is a page about dealing with stray cats. Some neighborhoods have many stray cats wreaking minor havoc in trash, gardens, etc. There are ways to resolve this issue and perhaps help the cats as well.
Getting Rid of Brown Recluse Spiders?This is a page about getting rid of brown recluse spiders. Like the black widow, the brown recluse spider is probably not one that you want inside or right around the outside of your home.
Homemade Natural Insect RepellentsThis is a page about homemade natural insect repellents. If you are looking for an alternative to commercial insect repellents, try making your own.
Getting Rid of OpossumsThis is a page about getting rid of opossums. Opossums are quite adaptable and can thrive near people, munching on vegetable garden produce and nesting under houses and sheds.
Keeping Squirrels Off Of Walnut Trees?This is a page about keeping squirrels off of walnut trees. It can be very frustrating when the local squirrels discover your walnut tree and treat it like their private dining room.
Getting Rid of Slugs or Snails in the HouseThis page is about getting rid of slugs and snails in the house. It is upsetting to encounter these slimy creatures in your home.
Getting Rid of Lady BugsThis page is about getting rid of lady bugs. These insects can be a nuisance in some parts of the country.
Fly Identification?I live in Florida, and of course it's very warm and humid right now. Just today I noticed a lot of flies in my house. I've seen them in the kitchen, in my bedroom, and in my bathroom. They are pretty small, brown, and don't bite, but are just an annoyance when they keep flying around.
Chipmunks Eating Tomatoes?This page is about chipmunks eating tomatoes. It can be a challenge to keep little visitors from eating your fresh growing tomatoes.
Getting Rid of Gnats in a Litter BoxThis is a page about getting rid of gnats in a litter box. Gnats seem to thrive in our homes in a wide variety of situations.
How to Keep Dogs Out of Your Yard?This page is about how to keep dogs out of your yard. Dogs entering your yard can be a challenge to control.
Animal Digging in Patio Gravel?Every morning there is a pile of pea gravel dug up from my patio. Who is doing this?
Removing a Yellow Jacket Nest?This page is about removing a yellow jacket nest. A wasp's nest on or around your home can be a challenge to remove.
Getting Rid of ChipmunksThis page is about getting rid of chipmunks. These striped squirrels can be a challenge to keep out of your garden.
Buying a Possum Trap?Where can I buy a possum trap in San Jose, California? It seems they want you to use a service. This is a garden problem.
Dead Pinhead Crickets in the House?A big amount of pinhead crickets blew in on my desk (I assume from the window) and are now dead. I have no idea where they came from or how they got there. From time to time we get crickets in the house, but this is a pile of 100 give or take some. Where did they come from?
Getting Rid of Crickets in the HouseThis is a page about getting rid of crickets in the house. In some cultures a cricket in the house is considered good luck, but this is not true for all of us.
Keeping Squirrels from Digging in PlantsSquirrels can cause a lot of damage in plant containers and the garden. This page is about keeping squirrels from digging in plants.
Getting Rid Of LizardsThis is a page about getting rid of lizards. Lizards, while harmless, can become a nuisance when they move into your home.
Natural Repellents for LizardsLizards are harmless creatures, but can be unsettling in your home or garden. This page contains natural repellents for lizards.
Keeping Lizards Out of the House?How do I keep lizards from entering my house?
Getting Rid of Ant HillsThere are a variety of ways both natural and chemical for getting rid of ant hills. This is a page about getting rid of ant hills.
Controlling MosquitoesThis page is about controlling mosquitoes. Standing water is an excellent breeding environment for mosquitoes, and should be removed from your yard.
Recycled Disco Bulb Bird DeterrentI am in the P.N.W. where we are blessed with a ton of different types of birds. The downfall to that is they love attacking new plantings and my fruits. What I've been using are recycled disco bulbs I picked up at the local Goodwill for $1.99 and $1.50 each.
Getting Rid of TicksTicks can be troublesome for humans and pets. This is a page about getting rid of ticks.
Controlling Fleas IndoorsThis is a page about controlling fleas indoors. Unfortunately fleas not only infest our pets they also move in to our homes.
Ants in the Cat Food Storage Container?I started taking care of my neighbor's cat about two or three months ago after he lost his home to foreclosure. It was an outside male cat named Pounce and I have two female cats so one more was just one more to love.
Getting Rid of Black Birds in Yard?They come around the bird bath in our yard and are chasing away the other birds. They also chase squirrels and are driving us crazy. What can be done?
Vinegar For Fruit Fly Pest ControlTo get rid of fruit flies, put out a saucer of vinegar and see bodies pile up.
What is this Caterpillar?What is this caterpillar and will it become a butterfly? There are a hoard of them chewing on my lantanna leaves here in Houston, Texas.
Getting Rid of SkunksThis is a page about getting rid of skunks. They may be cute and fluffy, but skunks are rarely welcomed guests around our homes.
Making a Mosquito TrapTo keep mosquitoes from ruining a picnic or camping trip, it is nice to have an enticing trap to lure them away from you. This page is about making a mosquito trap.
Keeping Mice Out of Your HomeThis is a page about keeping mice out of your home. Mice often come into our homes to find food and warmth; keeping them out requires some persistence on your part.
Keeping Ants Off a Trumpet Vine?This is a page about keeping ants off a trumpet vine. Trumpet vines produce a lot of nectar making them attractive to bees and ants.
Mosquito Repellent RecipesMosquitoes are a problem in many regions. This page contains mosquito repellent recipes.
