Pest Control

Keep pests out of your home with DIY tips and advice from professional pest control specialists.

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How to Trap Moles

Two simple mole trapping methods will solve the problem


10 Ways to Reduce Indoor Allergens

Indoor allergens affect millions of Americans each year. While a home air purifier can help limit your exposure to most...


14 Ways to Keep Out Fall Pests

Fall is the season where bugs and pests start seeking warmer areas to eat and sleep – and that makes...


12-Step Fall Cleaning Checklist

You've cleared out the garden, moved some plants inside and are already mentally preparing for winter's arrival. But before the...


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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...

Humane Pest Control for Critter-Proof Gardens and Planters

When planning your veggie garden, flower bed or planters, keep in mind one of the most serious dangers to new...


How to Get Rid of Pests

These tried-and-true solutions will help you win the war against some of the toughest pests around.


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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...


Get Rid of Wasps, Woodpeckers and Flies

Stop common pest invasions of your home.


Control Bugs

Our collection of tips may help you find a bug-busting solution


Home Care Myths Busted!

Experts weigh in on common myths and misunderstandings.



Tools and Gadgets Pros Never Knew They Needed

Impress your coworkers on the jobsite with your impressive array of specially tools that they probably didn't even know existed.

Get Yourself out of Prickly Plumbing Predicaments

Even pro plumbers run into unforeseen problems on the job. Veteran plumber Les Zell shares the cool tools and tips...


Home Repair Tools for the Pro

We picked a bunch of tools that we thought our pro readers and you serious DIYers would find valuable for...


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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...


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How To Manage the Most Annoying Fall Pests

Fall is the season where bugs and other pests start seeking warmer areas to settle. That makes your home a...


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This is Where Bugs Hide in Each Area of Your Home

Bugs everywhere? To get rid of bugs, first you have to find them. Use this guide to flush them out...


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Tips For Keeping Wasps out of Birdhouses Without Using Pesticides

Pesticides can harm birds, so they're not the best option for handling wasps that invade birdhouses. Here's a better way...

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Best Flowers for Bees and Other Pollinators

Help the pollinators around your home by planting flowers for bees, many of which are easy to grow and low...


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12 Tips for Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeders

Let's be honest: There's no such thing as a squirrel-proof bird feeder. But you can at least take steps to...


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Unbelievable Hacks for Keeping Mosquitoes Away For Good

Mosquitoes certainly know how to ruin a pleasant summer evening. Avoid them this summer by using one of these unique...