How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes in Your Yard
Get rid of yard mosquitoes at the source: dump standing water weekly, clean gutters, cover rain barrels, treat ponds, keep screens tight and call local control.
How to Get Rid Of Household Pests
Start with the simple, non-chemical steps that university extension experts recommend, learn when a trap or bait makes sense, and know when it is time to call a licensed pro.
How to Get Rid of Stink Bugs Indoors
Get rid of stink bugs indoors without the smell: vacuum or drop them in soapy water, never crush them, and seal cracks before fall, when they move inside.
How to Get Rid of Silverfish
Get rid of silverfish by drying out damp rooms, fixing leaks, clearing old paper and boxes, and catching them in simple jar traps. See when dusts or a pro help.
How to Get Rid of Drain Flies
Get rid of drain flies by finding the breeding drain with a cup test, then scrubbing out the slimy film. Boiling water and bleach fail; here is what works.
How to Get Rid of Fleas in the House
Get rid of fleas in the house: have your vet treat every pet, vacuum daily, wash pet bedding, treat flea hot spots and keep at it for weeks while cocoons hatch.
How to Get Rid of Termites: DIY vs Professional
Termites in your house need a licensed pro, but you can spot the signs, fix moisture and wood-to-soil contact, and choose a company wisely. Here is what helps.
How to Get Rid of Carpenter Bees
Get rid of carpenter bees by painting bare wood, filling old holes in fall, and treating only active tunnels if needed. Males can't sting, and bees pollinate.
How to Get Rid of Roaches for Good
Get rid of roaches for good: identify the species, cut off food and water, track them with sticky traps, use baits safely, and skip bug bombs that fail.
How to Get Rid of Mice in the House
Get rid of mice in the house: seal 1/4-inch gaps, set snap traps the CDC way, know when bait stations make sense, and clean droppings safely.
How to Get Rid of Ants Inside (and Keep Them Out)
Get rid of ants inside for good: wipe the trail, cut off food and water, seal the entry crack, and use slow-acting baits instead of sprays so the colony dies.
How to Get Rid of Bed Bugs: What Actually Works
How to get rid of bed bugs at home: confirm them, contain them, use heat, cold, vacuuming and encasements, and know when to call a licensed pest pro.
How to Get Rid of Gnats in Your House
Most house gnats are fungus gnats from damp potting soil. Learn to tell them from fruit flies and drain flies, dry out the soil and trap the adults that remain.
How to Get Rid of Fruit Flies (Fast and for Good)
Get rid of fruit flies by finding where they breed, clearing ripe produce and gunk, and trapping the adults with cider vinegar. Steps from extension experts.