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Scuttling in the walls keeping you up at night? Here are tips for getting rid of mice—without resorting to cruelty.

No matter what name is used to refer to water bugs, most people want them far, far away from their homes. Learn how to get rid of water bugs and prevent future infestations.

It’s never too soon to start treating a bed bug infestation. Knowing the early signs to look for can help you protect your home and family before the problem escalates.

With comfortable seating and lots of space to store accessories, these outdoor storage benches are a useful addition to your patio, deck, or garden.

While they aren’t as aggressive as some other stinging insects, hornets are still the bane of many a warm-weather picnic or barbecue. These steps will help homeowners remove these unwanted guests.

Has your property been invaded by winged pests? It’s time to learn how to get rid of yellow jackets once and for all.

Heard scratching and skittering coming from the walls or ceiling? Evict any mice in the walls by following these key strategies.

Does the appearance of a long, skinny black bug in the house have you stumped? Learn about the most common offenders and what to do about them.

Plus, five more ways to fill next year's beds for zero dollars.

The little black bugs in your kitchen could be a number of different insects, and the guide below can help narrow down the list and identify how to get rid of them.

Many household pests resemble poppy seeds—but some are more sinister than others.

Little brown bugs in the house may be cause for concern—but you won’t know until they’re identified. Find out how to determine what insects you’re dealing with and how to get rid of them for good.

Tiny black bugs in the bathroom are not a welcome sight—especially when they are a sign of bigger problems. Find out what these pests are and what to do about them.

From mosquitoes to gnats to drain flies, the small black bugs flying in the house that are not fruit flies could be a range of other insects. The guide below can help you figure out just what kind of bug you’re dealing with.

What’s the difference between no-see-um bites vs. bed bug bites? While they have similar sizes and feeding habits, these insects leave different bites. Here are six distinct ways to tell no-see-um and bed bug bites apart.

Swapping your old kitchen faucet out for a stylish new model? Here's what you need to do before—and while—you crawl under the sink.

Protect the roof, fascia, and home foundation by installing protective gutter guards for a metal roof.

What can a refrigerator air freshener do for your fruits and veggies? You might be surprised.

Savor the crunchy, spicy, and slightly sweet flavor of fresh radishes by growing them in container gardens or veggie beds.

It's not a glamorous task, but cleaning the trim around your home’s floors is key to a truly tidy home. Follow this process to clean baseboards, and keep them from attracting more dust.