Pests
Get pests advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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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 answer
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Pest control pros warn why you never squash spiders in your home – it could bring 'unexpected and unpleasant' effects
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This is the quirkiest fly-repelling patio trick I've ever seen – pest pros say it'll help you enjoy fly-free al fresco dining this summer
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I just discovered this $1 kitchen spice is a triple threat in the garden – how to use it to deter destructive squirrels, ants, and slugs all summer long
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5 easy ways to keep mosquitoes away from your windows – enjoy easier summer nights and sleep in peace
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How to get rid of bed bugs – 6 steps to banish these icky invaders from your home and prevent them from returning
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How to get rid of water bugs – 7 expert-recommended home remedies, plus how to correctly identify them
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5 summer garden pests experts want you to take immediate action against – they share how to get rid of them
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Want to know what eats aphids? 5 beneficial insects that will save your plants – these natural predators control pest populations
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What’s eating my zinnias at night? A number of pests could be to blame – here's 4 ways to stop them immediately, according to the experts
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Scents that mosquitoes hate – 9 expert recommendations for fragrant mosquito-repellent plants to grow in your yard
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The backyard battle between Eastern vs Western gray squirrels is a real threat to wildlife – here's what you can do to help to protect the latter, and tell the difference between them
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5 container plants that repel mosquitoes, so you can enjoy al fresco dining in peace this summer
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5 DIY gnat traps our pest pros know really work, including natural solutions like vinegar
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Pest experts warn why you should never squash ants in your home – and what to do instead
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I've discovered a $3 kitchen spice that will send squirrels away from your yard in seconds – here's how to use it as an effective deterrent
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Are you struggling with aphids on tomato plants? Experts reveal 5 ways to get rid of these pests for good
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This is the 1 plant you should be happy to see pests feast on – how to use it as a decoy to protect other flowers and shrubs from harm
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I urge you to sprinkle cinnamon on your lawn this summer – it actually works for greener grass and gets rid of ants
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How to repel ants in your home using this 1 natural oil – it's entomologist-approved and non-toxic
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Keep squirrels out of the garden for good with an easy-to-grow flower they can't stand – but you'll love
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Bug bombs 101 – what are they, how to use them, and the must-know safety measures to keep in mind
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Keep wasps away with this pesticide-free, non-toxic wasp deterrent that over 3,000 shoppers hail as 'nothing short of a miracle'
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Wave goodbye to pesky mosquitoes with the new $4 IKEA curtain – a chic alternative to the ugly bug nets of the past
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This $7 ALDI portable pest repellent fan is the perfect non-toxic way to keep flying bugs away this summer
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Do portable bug repellent fans really work? Entomologists reveal how to boost effectiveness for a non-toxic 'personal bug-free zone'
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Anyone who sleeps with their windows open at night is urged to use this $13 device to keep cool without inviting 'an army of pests' inside
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How to get rid of moths – 11 entomologist-approved methods from deterrents to storage
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How to get rid of cockroaches – expert advice for banishing these notoriously hard-to-kill pests quickly and permanently
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