Ouch! Why is my eye so itchy? A mosquito bite on your eyelid can feel like a major annoyance, but don’t worry—you’ll be okay with the right steps. Bug bites are common year-round, and knowing how to handle bites in sensitive areas is essential. When a mosquito bites...
You’ve seen them around the house or yard in the corner of your eye, but you aren’t sure why they’re there.. Tiny, insignificant piles of… sawdust? Uh oh, that’s probably a sign that you’re dealing with a wood-boring pest like carpenter ants. Carpenter ants, known...
The Cornhusker State experiences all four seasons, which means you encounter different bugs throughout the year. From the awakening of insects in the spring to their hibernation or overwintering strategies in the cold months, each season brings its own set of...
Centipedes are unwelcome visitors in homes and gardens across the globe. They may look creepy with their multiple legs and fast movements, but when it comes to pest control, centipedes can actually be beneficial. They feed on other insects, like silverfish, spiders...
Have you ever seen a little bug with rings on its legs scurrying across your kitchen floor? Chances are, it was a ring legged earwig. These small, reddish-brown insects are often mistaken for cockroaches, but they are quite harmless despite their intimidating look....
Having trouble with ants? These creepy crawlies can invade even the cleanest of kitchens. This blog features 6 helpful tips to help fight back when you find ants in the kitchen sink.
Image Source: Pexels In the fall, spiders are searching for cozy spots indoors to spend the winter. They’re not trying to scare you or give you nightmares. And no, they won’t bite you and give you spider flu or spider rabies. Spiders are helpful because they eat...
Moles are shy creatures who live underground and avoid humans at all costs. The mole’s primary concern is staying hidden from predators. So when a mole smells anything it doesn’t recognize—such as vinegar—it runs away as fast as possible. If you have these pests in...
Boric acid is a natural mineral that’s found in some types of soil, and it can act as a flea repellent. So, if you have pets and deal with fleas, boric acid may help. It’s also safe for most animals. Boric acid doesn’t kill fleas on contact, but it may hamper their...
