Pests
Get pests advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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If you feel guilty squashing spiders, this cruelty-free, hands-off tool will be a 'lifesaver' this spider seasonPublished
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'I have tried everything to stop deer destroying my garden' – 10,000+ reviews say this $49 motion-activated sprinkler is the 'only thing that works'Published
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5 things in your yard that could be attracting ticks – and what to do to stop themPublished
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Will bleach kill roaches? Our entomologists reveal whether this 'whack-a-mole' approach really worksPublished
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Keep spiders out of your house this fall with this 1 surprising natural ingredientPublished
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Gardeners swear by using baffles to keep squirrels off bird feeders, and it is not as strange as it soundsPublished
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4 natural mosquito repellents you can make yourself for easy, non-toxic protection from your pantry in a pinchPublished
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This fun yard addition can protect your porch from bothersome bats – it’s simple, eco-friendly, and costs less than $50Published
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How to deter sweat bees – 3 methods a pest control expert swears by to keep these stinging insects away from your yardPublished
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This affordable hack deters mosquitoes with a citrus summer scent – here's how to try it in your own homePublished
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This chemical-free pest control hack is guaranteed to protect your crops from destructive birds, slugs, and insects – for freePublished
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How to keep pests out of your dorm room – 7 prevention tips every student should study before the start of the semesterPublished
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Mushrooms that eat insects? It's not something from a sci-fi film, it's happening right now in your backyard – you can even use kitchen mushrooms to get rid of pests, tooPublished
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This $8 ‘Bucket of Doom’ trick stops mosquitoes breeding during summer – it's so simple, plus it won't harm other wildlife in the yardPublished
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You can easily repel grubs by companion planting, and these are the 3 plants to use – the best is a popular herb you may already have in your gardenPublished
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Did you know this common household cleaner can successfully deter flies both indoors and out this summer?Published
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Ground squirrels ripping up your garden? Pest control experts swear by this one hack to prevent further damage – and it costs less than $15Published
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Invasive Asian needle ants are spreading fast, and their painful stings are particularly savage – an expert entomologist reveals how to stop them ruining your summer plansPublished
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5 tick-repellent ground covers – a natural solution that’s fragrant and pretty for you, but repulsive to harmful pestsPublished
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Have you heard of root aphids? They might be the hidden culprit behind your lacklustre plants – here's how to spot and get rid of this underground pest fast
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I exhausted every method to get rid of flea beetles with no luck, but this quick hack worked first time – all you need is a piece of card and some Vaseline
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Using toy decoys may be an unconventional way to outsmart squirrels in the yard, but one gardening pro assures it's not as crazy as it soundsPublished
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How to get rid of crickets inside the house – 7 ways to banish them out for goodLast updated
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I've hit on the 1 way to keep wasps away from your summer outdoor dining this July – it's non-toxic, takes seconds, and always worksPublished
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5 plants to avoid if you don't want to attract mosquitoes – a pest control expert says they're a magnet for these nuisance insectsPublished
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Pest pros are urging you to spray vinegar on your door this summer – here’s why you should act fastPublished
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How to use olive oil in the garden – to polish tools, get rid of pests, and even shine leavesPublished
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Don't give mosquitoes a 'free nursery' – this simple, non-toxic trick is the 'single most effective mosquito prevention strategy', pros sayPublished
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I am desperate to find out what is digging up my flowerbeds – and this $50 buy that I can set up in 2 minutes might just have the answerPublished
