Pests

Unsure of what mold mites are or how to get rid of them in a home? Here’s everything homeowners need to know about mold mites.

If you find evidence of an unwanted house guest, knowing what mouse poop looks like can help you figure out what kind of pest is in your home and what you should do about it.

Unlike pests that enter from outdoors, weevils sneak in with your groceries! Learn how to deal with a weevil infestation—and keep them from coming back.

A clean house doesn’t necessarily keep bugs away. In fact, infestations can strike even the tidiest homes. Pests are determined and inventive, so when you’re hunting for insects, be sure to check these 10 surprising places where unwanted visitors may be hiding.

Decipher the meaning behind a tented house in the neighborhood and how it could impact your home.

Worried about bed bugs in your home? Learn about what attracts bed bugs, how to prevent them from getting into your home, and how to find them if you suspect they’re already there.

The intimidating stinger on a scorpion is an unwelcome sight anywhere near your home. Check out these ideas for how to get rid of scorpions.

Termite season has just begun, and homeowners in the South are already on high alert. But they’re not the only ones; some unexpected states are seeing alarming termite activity that warns of what’s to come.

Rats are unwelcome guests that deserve the boot before they spread infectious diseases. Use these strategies to learn how to get rid of rats fast.

Everyone looks forward to summer vacation, but unwary travelers may get more than they bargain for when checking into a hotel: bed bugs. Though small in size and often hard to spot, these troublesome insects make their presence felt with the itchy welts they leave on people’s skin. Bed bugs can easily hitch a ride from hotel to home in luggage or clothing, so it’s important for travelers to be on guard. Once bed bugs have infiltrated your home, they’re extremely difficult to exterminate. They can hide in small cracks and crevices, and even live for months without biting a human. That’s why the best defense against bed bugs is prevention. Fortunately, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) has a number of helpful hints to help prevent summer travel from turning creepy. This post has been brought to you by National Pest Management Association. Its facts and opinions are those of BobVila.com.