Pest Control

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Having house guests is usually a wonderful thing—unless they come in the form of unwanted visitors like mice, termites, or cockroaches. Luckily, kicking these critters out is as easy as calling a pest control company. Follow our tips to help prevent any pests from dropping by, and to learn what to do if you find signs of an infestation.

Indoor Pests

Outdoor Pests

8 of the Worst Garden Pests You Should Definitely Tackle ASAP
Learn how to identify and control who’s pestering your plants
How to Get Rid of Wasps Safely—and for Good
How to Get Rid of Rodents Under your Deck or Porch - And Keep Them Out
Raccoons and Possums and Squirrels, Oh My! 7 Tips to Keep Animals Off Your Roof

How to Get Rid of Mosquitoes in Your Yard for Good
Uninvite mosquitoes from your next barbecue
How to Get Rid of Earwigs: 8 Methods to Remove Them From Your Home
These critters won’t crawl into your ear, but they’ll still cause a headache
How to Set a Mousetrap (5 Easy Ways)
You don’t have to go home, but you can’t stay here, mice
From Deep Cleaning to Pest Treatments: How to Get Rid of Fleas in Your House ASAP
Keep these tips handy the next time the flea circus comes to town
How Much Does Groundhog Removal Cost?
The typical cost to remove groundhogs is $150 to $200
How to Get Rid of Ants in the Kitchen
The ants go marching one by one across your kitchen counter
9 Simple Tips to Clean Up the Smell of Mouse Urine and Rid Your Home of Mice for Good
Clean up mouse urine and get your house smelling like home again.
How to Get Rid of Moles in 7 Humane Ways
Send moles—and their molehills—packing
How to Make a DIY Fruit Fly Trap: 3 Methods to Try
Stop fruit flies in their tracks with these DIY traps
How to Get Rid of Houseflies Once and for All
Bye bye, fly
How Much Does Bed Bug Extermination Cost?
The typical cost for bed bug treatment in homes is $1,000 to $2,500
What Is Diatomaceous Earth? What to Know About This Pest Control Powder
Powder your way to a pest-free home
How to Get Rid of Gnats in Your House: 8 Effective Methods to Try
Don’t let your potted plants fall victim to gnats
Clothes Moths vs. Pantry Moths: How to Identify Them and Get Rid of Them
They’re eating your clothes or eating your food, either way, they’ve got to go
How Much Does Bee Removal Cost?
Removing bees costs up to $2,000, depending on size and location
How to Get Rid of Wasp Nests: Methods, Safety Tips, and More
Make wasp nest removal less of a pain
8 Tips to Help Keep Mice out of Your House in the Winter
Follow these tips to keep your home squeaky-clean of rodents this winter
How Much Does Pest Control Cost? Everything You Need to Know
Full-service pest control costs, on average, between $200 and $600
Tick Control Strategies: 7 Ways to Get Rid of Ticks in Your Yard
Keep pets and humans safe with these tick control strategies
How Often You Should Get a Termite Inspection
Termites are hard to spot until they've done severe damage to your home, so regular inspections are a must