According to the Norfolk County Mosquito Control District Commission, the first real round of mosquitoes will be hatching at the end of May, and that means the annual battle with mosquitoes is about ...

Peppermint oil has pest-repellent properties, but is not long-lasting repellent and can damage plants. Cedarwood oil is a more effective natural bug repellent for use in landscapes. For best results, ...

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Bleach can kill bed bugs on contact, but it's not enough to handle an infestation. You can spray visible bugs with a 50/50 bleach and water mix, but it won’t reach hidden ones. Prevent bed bugs by ...

Rubbing alcohol kills bed bugs on contact, but doesn’t reach eggs or hidden bugs and stops working once it dries. Use 70% alcohol for best results on a small infestation; remember that it is flammable ...

Follow these tips if you want to use rubbing alcohol to treat bed bugs Bed bugs can get into your home in more ways than you think. They can sneak into your luggage while traveling, creep in from a ...

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As students move into dorms, shared housing, and rentals this back-to-school season, Abell Pest Control reminds families and students to be on the lookout for bed bugs, small pests that are easy to ...

Connor's Pest Pros (888-284-6968) has released a guide exploring the benefits of commercial pest control services, including how they can ...