Pests
Get pests advice in news, features, tips and tricks collated and compiled by the experts at Homes & Gardens.
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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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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 fastPublished
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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 VaselinePublished
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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
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Pest control pros warn why you never squash spiders in your home – it could bring 'unexpected and unpleasant' effectsPublished
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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 summerPublished
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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 longPublished
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5 easy ways to keep mosquitoes away from your windows – enjoy easier summer nights and sleep in peacePublished
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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 returningLast updated
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How to get rid of water bugs – 7 expert-recommended home remedies, plus how to correctly identify themLast updated
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5 summer garden pests experts want you to take immediate action against – they share how to get rid of themPublished
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Want to know what eats aphids? 5 beneficial insects that will save your plants – these natural predators control pest populationsPublished
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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 expertsPublished
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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 themPublished
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5 container plants that repel mosquitoes, so you can enjoy al fresco dining in peace this summerPublished
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5 DIY gnat traps our pest pros know really work, including natural solutions like vinegarLast updated
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Pest experts warn why you should never squash ants in your home – and what to do insteadPublished
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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 deterrentPublished
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Are you struggling with aphids on tomato plants? Experts reveal 5 ways to get rid of these pests for goodPublished
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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 harmPublished
