Pests, Weeds & Problems

Cockroaches are a difficult to kill insect that can infect your home and your food. While cockroaches aren't incredibly destructive or aggressive, they are incredibly intelligent, for insects....

Two growing seasons ago some of my plants really got hit hard with an outbreak of white flies. Harmless to humans, they can destroy an entire garden and reproduce at an alarming rate in less than...

Peppermint oil is fragrant to humans and is also used in beneficial applications such as a headache remedy. The oil is a natural insect repellent and can be used to detour honey bees away from...

Squirrels are bushy-tailed rodents that have adapted from forest living and now take advantage of human society. These little critters can get into trash, dog food and home gardens, cause havoc...

Mosquitoes attack dogs as quickly as they attack humans, as they feed off of warm-blooded creatures. It is especially important to create a mosquito repellent for dogs, as a mosquito bite can...

Mice can be cute little creatures, but they are a major headache when they find their way into your home or business and leave droppings and diseases behind. To remove mice naturally, you need to...

Squirrels are bushy-tailed rodents that have adapted from forest living and now take advantage of human society. These little critters can get into trash, dog food and home gardens, wreaking havoc...

Squirrels are bushy-tailed rodents that have adapted from forest living to take advantage of human society. These little critters can get into trash, dog food and home gardens, cause havoc with...

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...

If you are bothered by mosquitoes during the sweltering summer months, you have likely tried dozens of insect repellents. However, some mosquito repellents contain harsh chemicals. If you have...

Mice can be unwelcome pests that invade your home, spreading bacteria and chewing holes in most any household item they can reach. The good news is there is a variety of techniques for getting rid...

Having squirrels on your property can be a real pain in the neck. These highly adaptable rodents will dig up your bulbs, consume your flowers and devour the seeds in your bird feeder. They can...

Moles, common pests in North America, like to dig through lawns and fields, killing plants in the process and creating mole hills. In a field, mole hills and tunnels can kill field crops and make...

German roaches are the most common form of cockroaches, found commonly in apartments, homes, hotels and restaurants. While there are several retail products that effectively kill and repel these...

Squirrels can cause damage to the home and lawn. Not only do squirrels dig up lawns when burying and retrieving nuts and seeds, they also feed on garden plants and vegetables, and sometimes even...

While bats reduce the insect population, some people are not fond of them. If you're afraid to enjoy an evening on your front porch because bats are living under the roof, there are ways to get...

Ticks feed off the blood of humans and animals. These insects can cause a host of problems, including Lyme disease. While there are several retail products that repel ticks and other blood-sucking...

A wide variety of bug repellents are available for retail purchase, but these items can many times be too costly for our budgets. These products can also contain harsh chemical ingredients that...

Gerber daisies are beautiful flowers that can add an attractive appeal to any garden or home landscape. This makes it important to find a bug repellent that works effectively, without causing...

Bats thrive in wooded areas, making cottages and cabins especially prone to bat habitation. A bat's primary source of food is mosquitoes. This means that any property in close proximity to water,...

Pigeons are often a nuisance in many yards and gardens. But they can be even more attracted to high places, such as balconies, where they can perch. Ridding your balcony of pigeons can be a...

Cats can be a nuisance. People let them out and they come and defecate on your property. They dig up your gardens and it lures all the other cats to the property to also defecate. This is two...

Moles are small mammals that are found throughout North America. They are commonly regarded as pests because they dig through yards, gardens and farmland. This may kill plants, disturb landscape...

Moles are small, furry mammals (typically black or gray) that live underground in moist and sandy soil. They are often considered pests since they can cause damage to crops, gardens, lawns and...

Gardening and landscaping is an almost therapeutic hobby for many people. What can be problematic, though, is when your hard work gets destroyed by various garden pests. Things such as weeds and...

Rabbits, although adorable, can wreak havoc on a garden. Rabbits love to chew on shrubs, young trees, flowers and vegetables. The trick is to keep the rabbits out of the garden without harming or...

Ladybugs might be cute to some, but they can also take over your home, particularly in the late fall and early summer. They are particularly alarming if you happen to be allergic to their bites. A...

This homemade deer repellent recipe is tried and true. It smells bad, but once you put it on your plants and it dries, the smell fades away and you don’t notice it; the deer do, however. Deer will...

Cockroaches are frequently associated with dirty or unhealthy living conditions. This is, in part, because of their ability to transport microbes on their bodies, though there has been no...

Mosquitoes are a bother and a huge pain! There are a few steps you can take to remove them from your yard, patio, or garden. Some of these tricks will work indoors also.

We enjoy birds for their beauty and song. However, sometimes birds can become a problem, especially if they are nesting in your home or building or are eating your crops. It is illegal in most...

A great way to rid your property of snakes is to repel them with a natural snake repellent. This method keeps snakes from being harmed as well as avoiding the use of toxic chemicals which may...

Deer are notorious for eating flowers and vegetables in gardens. If you need an innovative way to stop the pillage caused by invasive deer, be sure to check out the following steps you can take to...

Birds around your property or place of business can be very frustrating. If you are plagued by nuisance birds you will be relieved to know that there are many effective ways to eliminate them. The...

Raccoons may be cute but they are also destructive and intrusive when they enter into a human's domain. Nocturnal by nature, raccoons will raid your garbage, pet food and garden. They are clever...

The idea of rabbit repellent sounds a bit cruel, until you find them eating your newly planted annuals or in your vegetable garden. However, it is possible to deter rabbits from your garden...

Cats are infamous for being smart, sneaky and athletic. All these skills make them experts at getting into places they are not supposed to be. Repellent can be used to keep cats out of gardens and...

Whether they are personal pets, strays or the neighbor's wandering mischief makers, cats can do serious damage in a garden and spread harmful diseases through their feces in a sandbox. Even the...

Deer and gardens don't mix, and knowing how to keep the deer away with homemade repellent recipes is a sure way to keep your crops safe. There are several different types of repellents, including...

As we get into the late summer months, mosquitoes are becoming unbearable in some parts of the country, where some are so big they could be justifiably considered the state bird. Have you have...

Have you spent valuable time and hard earned money on landscaping or a vegetable garden that was then destroyed by hungry deer? Deer repellent are plentiful in the home and garden store but,...

Another mosquito bite! It's not fair! You step into your own backyard in your own gul-durned home, for crying out loud, for a BBQ, a bit of garden work, or an afternoon snooze. Soon as you're...

Flies can be a major problem for many people, particularly during the summer. Flies can spoil food, spread germs and disease, and are generally a nuisance as they fly around. Fortunately there are...

Wearing Buzz Off clothing is a unique way to protect yourself from uncomfortable and potentially dangerous insect bites. Insect repellent clothing is odorless and convenient, and when compared to...

Mosquitoes can ruin the most fabulous of outings. Their bites cause itching and welts. For people unfortunate enough to be allergic, mosquito bites can cause swelling, low grade fever, and...

Most of us think of summer as sunny days, cool nights, fun, fun and more fun! Then reality sets in... bugs, bugs, and more bugs! And the worst of them come at you with a vengeance... like...

Are you sick of getting bitten up by bugs when outside or in the garden? Are you tired of browsing through shelf after shelf of insect repellent that is filled with unnatural and unhealthy...

Natural bug and worm repellents for tomato plants are growing in popularity as people become more aware of the toxins in traditional products. Nothing is more discouraging than to go out to your...

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), citronella oil has been used for more than 50 years as an insect and animal repellent. It's a safe, nontoxic oil that isn't harmful to...

So it's summer time and it is time to bust out the barbecue for some good old hot dogs and hamburgers. Only problem is all these bugs around getting in your food and biting at your skin. Insects...