Pests, Weeds & Problems

Plecia nearctica hardy is a small fly better known as the lovebug due to its amorous mating in the spring and summer months. This tiny insect is only about 1/4-inch long with a red thorax. They...

Wasps eat other insects and don't bother too much with humans. The only time you really need to worry about killing them is if they have a nest near your home. If you were to disrupt the nest...

A hoard of bugs invading your barbecue can really damage the mood. Commercial insect traps can be expensive and negatively alter the mood themselves, with the repeated crackle of an electric trap,...

This insecticide is safe to use around children and pets. It is environmentally safe in comparison to harsh, chemical methods of getting rid of pest. 75% of the ingredients are natural. This...

Since carpenter bees can burrow into the wood around your home and cause damage, you will want to find a way to control them. Make a carpenter bee chamber; a container that you use to catch and...

A lot of pesticides today contain a variety of dangerous chemicals that are especially harmful to those with breathing problems, as well as children and pets. Fortunately, there is another way to...

Although bugs and insects are an essential part of our ecosystem, some of them can be harmful to plants, trees and bushes in our yards. But there is no need to use toxic insecticides to eliminate...

When you think about the safety of your family, pets and surroundings, going green is almost always the best option. It's possible to have a nontoxic and inexpensive way to rid your environment of...

Have you ever worked to cultivate a beautiful lawn or a vibrant vegetable garden only to grow frustrated by the weeds? Weeds can choke out other plants by taking nutrients from the soil, and they...

I have 3 small children, so I worry about using chemicals in my house. I particularly worry about pesticides, because of both their toxicity and lingering odor. My grandpa tipped me off to his...

Ivy can take over almost everything in the garden if not properly maintained. Unfortunately, maintaining ivy is a challenge--ivy can be very difficult to keep in one area without it spreading all...

Boric acid is a naturally occurring compound found in fruits, vegetables, water and soil. Another form of boric acid is boric acid crystals, which come from dried salt lake beds. Boric acid has...

Honeybees collect pollen and take it to the hive to be turned into honey, which in turn becomes the bee's food source and is available all year round. Honey has many benefits, including...

In the summer months, the rise in flying pests can be an annoyance to many people. With wasps, nests can grow to great sizes and will need to be removed. They are shaped somewhat like a tear drop...

Lemon balm is an herb with a minty citrus aroma that is commonly used in teas, tonics, and skin care creams. This medicinal herb can also be used as a natural bug repellent. Despite the many...

Gnats may be small and harmless, but they can be annoying pests, too. It can be difficult to enjoy sitting outside with friends if the gnats want to hang out, too. There are cheap, easy ways to...

Japanese beetles are a pest that feed on plants, often in large numbers. When paired with their tendency to eat greedily, an infestation can quickly spell doom to your plant life. If you notice...

Yellow jackets are some of the most aggressive wasps in the United States. They are extremely protective of their nests and will likely attack anybody or anything that goes near it. For this...

It is quite frustrating to feel trapped in your house and not be able to do much of anything outside except run from the car to the front door, and try to quickly get inside before getting stung...

In spring or early summer, homeowners often notice what look like bumblebees flying around their homes. They will see these bees trying to borrow into the wood of their homes as the bees look for...

Carpenter bees look much like traditional bumblebees except that their upper abdomens are not yellow and hairy like a bumblebee's. They are usually seen at the end of spring or beginning of summer...

Hummingbird food is a sweet mixture of sugar and water with a ratio of four parts water and one part sugar. Hummingbirds are very attracted to the color red, and their feeders often look like red...

Flies can be a major pest, and some models of fly traps can be expensive. An easy-to-use fly trap can be made at home, however, saving you both time and money. The trap should only take a few...

Wasps are natural pest killers. They eat other insects around your house, helping you to have less of a problem with other crawlies. The only time they are difficult to manage is if they are...

Wasps can be an annoying and aggressive yard pest that can give a painful sting. These insects can cause an allergic reaction among some people. While there are several retail products that kill...

Moths can be a detriment to your home if you find yourself with an infestation. Their larvae can destroy your clothes, especially the ones in the dirty laundry. Outside of the house, moths may be...

Wasps are beneficial to any garden. Their diets consist mainly of other insects and pests such as aphids. However, they are aggressive insects and can become very defensive when disturbed. For...

Come spring, many people have problems with hornets making nests around their homes or in trees. Getting rid of these pests is important because they can pose a risk to your family. However, you...

Ant infestations outside of the home can make your lawn look unattractive and also lead to ants eventually entering your home. There are numerous pesticides on the market that you can purchase and...

Many insects are naturally drawn to the sweet smell of apple trees. Apples are a favorite food source to caterpillars as well as maggots and moths of various types. Spraying apples to repel bugs...

Ladybugs can be beautiful creatures, but they also multiply quickly and feed off of the plants and shrubbery in your garden and around your home. There are many lethal sprays that can be applied,...

Read this if you are in urgent need to get rid of a maggot infestation. Have you ever went to toss out the garbage only to find that your garbage pail is crawling with maggots? This is a cheap and...

Fruit flies are one of the worst pests. Only one has to fly into your house to spawn a swarm over night. Getting rid of them is usually a pain, but by using this quick and easy technique, you can...

In general, few people like wasps. Most people's instincts when they come into contact with a wasp is to either run far away (and fast) or to stand perfectly still and hope to avoid a painful...

Hornets in your backyard can wreak havoc with your summertime barbecues and make your children afraid to play outdoors. Do you need to call in a costly pest control expert? If you use common sense...

Wasps are dangerous pests. Their stings extremely painful, and could even be deadly to someone allergic. Luckily, trapping wasps is not a difficult task and can be done using a 2-liter soda pop bottle

Poison ivy is a nasty plant to have creeping around your yard. Avoid toxic interactions with the plant by eliminating it upon sight. A solution of bleach, salt and hydrogen peroxide is a fairly...

Fire ants can be a real garden nuisance, and to make matters worse, when agitated, they bite. If you're not interested in using garden chemicals, there are a number of natural alternatives you can...

Wasps and yellow jackets are beneficial insects, helping to control pests such as caterpillars and flies. Unfortunately, they can also be aggressive, especially in autumn when they need extra...

Ants are commonly found in areas of your home where there is food, garbage or dirt. They like to come through windowsills and kitchen pipes. At the first sign of one or two ants, you should try to...

If your plant leaves look like they have raggedy edges, you most likely have bugs chewing on the leaves. Even if you can’t identify the insect that are doing the damage you can stop them. Here are...

If you have a pile of ants crawling around outside that you want to get rid of, this is a simple solution. This is not recommended for indoors because of the fumes. This is best for areas where...

Mosquitoes are not only annoying pests; they also have been known to spread diseases, especially West Nile virus. Mosquitoes are initially attracted to humans because people emit carbon dioxide...

Bees can be a big pain when they begin to hang out near your pool or backyard. They can even bully your hummingbirds out of the hummingbird feeders you set up. If you hire an exterminator, chances...

Bees of all varieties can be quite a pain, especially if they are constantly building hives around busy places. Bee traps are a great solution to get rid of bees, however, they typically cost a...

Japanese Beetles do a lot of damage to garden plants. There are many commercial pesticides and Japanese Beetle traps available, but buying them is not necessary. It is very easy to make a Japanese...

Commercial insecticide contains chemicals that may be harmful to humans, and it can also be expensive. Wasp spray is easy to make from household items, and you won't have to worry about risking...

Flies can ruin any good picnic, outing or gathering taking place outside during warm weather. Screen tents can help but can be costly, and citronella candles don't necessarily get rid of flies....

If you want to get rid of mice but don't want to use inhumane traps or messy poisons, make your own humane mouse traps, with materials you probably have around the house. A humane mouse trap...

Gnats, Gnats, Gnats! During the growing season, it seems that any time you bring fresh produce into the house you bring in a few Gnats with it. They swarm around you, fly around your head, and...