Luke Lewis
Pest Management Expert
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How to
Get Rid of Fleas in the House Fast
Fleas are some of the smallest pests, but they’re a huge nuisance once they get into your home. Even though fleas don’t live on people, they could still be hiding on your pets, in your carpets, or even in your furnit...
The Best Ways to Get Rid of Silverfish Once and for All
Try these silverfish traps and repellents to kill off an infestation Did you see some silverfish slither back into the dark when you flicked your lights on? Even though silverfish are completely harmless to humans, it...
How to
Make a Natural Flea and Tick Remedy with Apple Cider Vinegar
Pet owners have discovered that apple cider vinegar makes an alternative flea and tick repellent. The acidic taste is unappealing to fleas and ticks, so regularly spraying your dog or cat with an apple cider vinegar solu...
How to Prevent & Get Rid of Mosquitoes Outside and Inside
Find relief from pesky, buzzing, biting insectsMosquitoes and their itchy, unpleasant bites often seem like an inevitability when warm, humid weather starts to settle in. How can you stay protected when mosquito season r...
How to
Avoid Insect Bites While Sleeping
If you've woken up with bug bites or will be sleeping in an area with a considerable insect population, there are a few things you can do to prevent bites while asleep. To avoid insect bites while sleeping at home, you'l...
3 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Voles in Your Yard
A guide to protecting your lawn from voles In North America, voles are commonly known as field mice, and they can cause damage to gardens, lawns, and farmland. If your vole problem is contained to a small area, traps mig...
How to
Keep Silverfish Away from Books Naturally
Silverfish don't tend to get everywhere and eat everything like some more obnoxious pests, but...chewing at your childhood copy of Wizard of Oz? You just can't let that kind of personal attack happen in your own home. Us...
How to
Keep Ants Away From Cat Food
Ants can be a real problem when it comes to feeding your cat. They will steal her food and often prevent her from eating. After all, would you eat your food if there were a bunch of ants crawling around on it? Here is ho...
How to
Apply Termidor
Dealing with termites in your home is very stressful, so you likely want to treat them as quickly as possible. Fortunately, you can rid your home of termites using Termidor SC, which is a pesticide that kills termites. M...
How to
Trap a Groundhog
Is a groundhog wreaking havoc in your garden? Groundhogs have a big appetite for vegetables and legumes, and many gardeners and farmers turn to trapping as the best solution. To trap a groundhog, you have to know the cre...
How to
Get Rid of Waterbugs
When you need to get rid of water bugs, it's likely that you need to get rid of a type of roach, palmetto bug, or giant water bug that gathers in and around water sources. While these bugs are different species, they are...
How to
Get Rid of Flies in the Kitchen
Fruit flies are pesky warm weather pests who invade your kitchen using ripening fruit as their breeding ground. The flies have a lifespan of 8-10 days but are able to lay as many as 500 eggs at a time when they reach mat...
How to
Keep Bugs Away from a Porch Light
Nobody likes opening their front door at night and immediately being swarmed by bugs, but the warm glow of the porch light seems to be a magnet for them. What’s a homeowner to do? Fortunately, there are several steps y...
How to
Keep Spiders Away from Your Patio
If you like to spend some time relaxing outdoors, the last thing you want to see is a big spider nearby. Even though spiders are really helpful, we know they’re still pretty frightening when they get too close. While y...
How to
Get Rid of Paper Wasp Nests
Paper wasps are actually beneficial insects that prey on various pests that can damage your garden—but you're probably more worried about getting stung. If you'd rather not have that threat hanging over your spring and...