dealwithpests 
Spiders can be a nuisance. But most of them don’t really pose a real threat to you and your family because they can’t inject enough venom to cause any real harm. And they do a lot of good, such as catch flies and other bugs. But this doesn’t mean that it’s okay if you have … Read more
When it comes to house pests, spiders are probably not the first ones that spring to mind. Cockroaches and rats feel like bigger threats. That being said, spiders can be pests — they can bite you and spin spider webs across your house. But how concerned should you be? Why spiders in your house should … Read more
Flies are disgusting creatures. They thrive in the filthiest of places, spit on your food, defecate on your belongings, and spread diseases. So, needless to say, they are unwelcome guests! But how do flies get into your house? Where do they come from? 1. Through open doors and windows Flies get into your house through … Read more
Head lice are not known to spread diseases. But they are still incredibly annoying. They are itchy, and that itching can lead to problems like sores, infections, and even sleep deprivation. One of the natural remedies people use for head lice is coconut oil. But does coconut oil work? Why coconut oil is effective for … Read more
Bed bugs are gross, but they are not known to spread diseases. But this doesn’t mean they are not a health risk. Bed bugs can bite you, leading to itching, sores, and even infections. And — now for the gross part — bed bugs also leave carcasses, feces, and bloodstains all over your home, which … Read more
Cockroaches are a serious risk to your health! They carry disease-causing microorganisms like Salmonella Typhimurium, Entamoeba Histolytica, and the poliomyelitis virus. They can also trigger allergies, produce unpleasant odors, and spread droppings and filth throughout your home. The more cockroaches you have at home, the more vulnerable you are to these risks. Here is how … Read more
You almost always see flying ants circling and flying around light sources. This is why many people automatically assume that flying ants are attracted to light. But this is not entirely accurate. So, are flying ants attracted to light? Flying ants and light Flying ants are not necessarily attracted to light. Like many insects, flying … Read more
Stinging pests, such as wasps, yellowjackets, and hornets are important pollinators, but we do not want them building their nests in our homes. Not only can these nests cause costly damage to our property, but their stings are painful and can lead to medical emergencies. Hornets are the largest of the eusocial wasps, and look … Read more
Termite fumigation is one of the most effective ways to get rid of termites. In this termite control method, your home is covered with a massive ‘tent’ and then bombed with a fumigant gas that will seep into the most inaccessible parts of your home — killing all of the termites. But since the method … Read more
Rats are natural scavengers and will feed on food waste and other disgusting matter. They live happily in filth and can spread diseases in a variety of ways — via their feces, and urine for example. This is why many homeowners feel that they have to act quickly and use rat traps to get rid … Read more