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10 Spring Bugs to Prep for Now
Spring is almost here! More sun, more fun, and colorful flowers are just around the corner, but sadly so are lots more bugs. But don’t fret, we’re here to prep you for all the annoying, biting creepy crawlies headed your way. Learn what bugs to expect, when to expect them, and how to get ready for each one.
How to Get Rid of Crickets: 3 Simple Steps
When it comes to crickets there’s one surprising fact most people don’t know: they’re bad for our health. Sure, they don’t normally bite, but crickets and their waste are known to spread severe illnesses, including salmonella and E.coli.
5 Insect-Repelling Plants for Your Home & Yard
It doesn’t matter if we’re relaxing in the backyard or basking indoors by the window, bugs have a way of finding us and being super, super annoying. Turns out, plants can help with that. Here are 5 such plants that can help keep bugs away from you, your family, and pets at home and in your lawn.
4 Steps to Get Ready for Spring Bugs
Here are 4 steps to get ready for spring bugs:
1. START TREATING YOUR YARD NOW
2. SPRING CLEAN
3. START SPRAYING TROUBLE AREAS
4. PROTECT YOU, YOUR FAMILY, AND PETS
5 Natural Ways to Get Rid of Stink Bugs
Stink bugs don’t bite or spread disease but they damage plants and are super annoying—plus, yeah, they stink, too. The next time you spot these intrusive pests, skip the toxic stuff and try these natural approaches instead.
5 Ways to Deter Flies Without Harmful Chemicals
Here's how to get the fly-free spring and summer you deserve, without resorting to chemicals that could harm your family and pets.
8 Spring Cleaning Tips for Pet Parents
Reducing harmful chemicals and practicing basic hygiene and cleanliness are essential to upping your pet care game. As you spring clean this year, keep your animal’s wellbeing in mind with these 8 Spring Cleaning tips for Pet Parents.
5 Tips for Dog-Proofing Your Home
Just like baby-proofing, dog-proofing our homes is essential to keeping our loved ones safe. Dogs are naturally curious, and if given the opportunity, will explore any and every area of the home. By making several adjustments around the house, you can help prevent choking hazards, electrocution and maybe even the loss of your pet.
8 Essential Pest Control Tips for Fall
While summer pest control is more about weekly maintenance and daily prevention, fall pest control is about safeguarding your home from the dozens of pests now hoping to move indoors.
10 Non-Toxic Tips to Get Rid of Carpenter Ants
Carpenter ants are among the largest ants in the United States, measuring up to 20 mm—or roughly ¾ of an inch.
9 Ways To Get Rid of Spiders Without Harsh Chemicals
Without question, our lives would be overrun with insects were it not for the spider, nature’s ruthlessly efficient exterminator. It’s for this reason that spiders are considered beneficial. And unless you’re absolutely terrified by them—or commonly seeing venomous individuals like black widows or brown recluses—we encourage you to leave them at their work.
9 Ways To Get Rid of Roaches Without Harsh Chemicals
With patience, consistent effort and a little know-how, you can send these disgusting insects packing. Here are 10 ways to get rid of roaches naturally