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If Your Mice Traps Aren’t Working, These Hacks Will Help

Are your mousetraps not working? Here are some easy solutions to solve your latest pest problem for good.

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Rats vs. Mice: Which Causes More Damage to Your Home?

Mice and rats love to gnaw, and your house is a buffet of wood, drywall, plastic and electrical wires. Which...


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12 Ways To Keep Mice Out of Your Cabin During Winter

From sealing entry points to herbal deterrents, here's how to keep mice from moving into your vacation cabin while you're...


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8 Things Your Rodent Exterminator Wants You To Know

It's good to know what you're up against when rodents invade your home. Here's what pro exterminators say.


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9 Natural Remedies for Pest Control

These common household products make great insect-control solutions. Keep those pests away with these natural remedies.

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Fact or Fiction: Is Cheese the Best Bait for Mice?

It may seem natural to bait mouse traps with cheese, but experts say you'll have better luck luring your resident...


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The Homeowner’s Guide to Rodent Pest Control

From mice to muskrats, rodents are among the most common and destructive household pests. Here is our guide to controlling...

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How to Identify Different Types of Rodents in Your Home and Yard

Identifying what type of rodent has taken up residence in your home or yard is the first step towards evicting...


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12 Interesting Facts About Rodents

From country mice to pet hamsters to urban rats, we've uncovered some surprising facts about the fascinating world of rodents.


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How to Get Rid of Rodents

Rodents are a part of nature that most people do not want in their home. Here are proven ways to...


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A Surprising Hack to Keep Mice Away For Good

Mousetraps aren't the only tactic for keeping mice away. This simple, natural remedy will help keep those furry little creatures...


15 Pest Control Horror Stories That Will Make Your Skin Crawl

Rats and roaches are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the most terrifying pest control stories...


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The Best Ways to Trap Mice

Proper trap baiting and placement are essential to successfully eliminating mice from your home. Follow these tips and techniques to...


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10 Best-Reviewed Mouse Repellents on Amazon

Pick up one of these seven products to send any mice in your home packing, and keep them away for...


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Why Do Mice Chew Through Electrical Wires?

A ruined car electrical system is a massive headache.


How to Get Rid of a Mouse in a Wall

Mice seek out the darkest spots, such as inside air ducts and wall cavities to set up residence. And where...


Here’s How to Keep Mice Out of Your Kitchen

Now that the mouse is out of your kitchen, how do you keep it out for good? These tips will...


10 Crazy Things Mice Have Done in Homes

Where did all of the dog's food go? And where is that grocery receipt? You'd be surprised at the hoarding...


11 Things Mice Don’t Want You to Know

As cold weather approaches, so do mice. Find out these secrets about the rodents to keep your home from getting...


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How to Stop Mice Before They Come in Your House

Putting a bait station outside will keep mice from getting inside.


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Here’s Why Having a Mouse Problem Is Worse Than You Thought

Keep finding little rodents scurrying around your house? Having a mouse problem can be a serious issue and even dangerous...


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The Ultimate Guide to Dealing with Ants, Mice and other Pesky Pests

The battle against invading pests seems to never end. But there are lots of things you can do to prepare...


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Fall Pest Prevention Tips

Want to prevent mice, spiders and other pests from getting into your home? Shore up your lines of defense with...


Home Care Myths Busted!

Experts weigh in on common myths and misunderstandings.



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How to Use Steel Wool for Pest Control

They're not just for scrubbing! Here's how you can use steel wool pads to keep mice and other pests out...