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Household insecticides make up a $12 billion global industry. The United States, in turn, is the largest consumer and producer of such products. While convenient, these ready-to-use pesticides may not be as beneficial as you think. On the contrary, their improper use can pose health hazards. Experts even link their misuse and overuse to food shortages. So, before you spend …
Picture this. You’re sitting on your porch, and a swarm of mosquitos accosts you. You reach for the bug spray and drive the annoyances away. The likely reason the bug repellant is so effective is because of the DEET inside. DEET or N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide isn’t usually an overwhelmingly dangerous chemical. Many cases of DEET poisoning are relatively mild. Still, There has been evidence …
There are over 10,000 species of ants around the world. Each of these types of ants may have different capabilities and are found in different areas of the world. If you are dealing with an ant infestation, it can feel impossible to get rid of all of them. Do you want to learn how to get rid of an ant …
If you’ve ever dealt with a bedbug infestation, you know what a headache these pests can be. Despite their tiny size, they’ve become notorious for clearing out entire hotels and driving people out of their homes. With sneaky habits that make them hard to spot, it’s easy to miss signs of an infestation until it’s too late. If you’re wondering whether …
There are few things less repulsive to homeowners than a rat infested house. This is especially true in densely-populated cities like Denver, which was deemed one of the ten most rat-infested cities in American in 2018. Residents noticed a rat invasion spreading through City Center Park. Some encountered what they described as giant rats. In fact, despite its lower population and absence of many …
You hear a scream and someone running for a paper towel or rolled-up newspaper. With nearly a third of Americans having a fear of spiders, who is the designated spider killer in your house? Are house spiders dangerous to you and your loved ones? Before you start swatting, you should know that not all the creepy crawlies in your home …
Have you noticed wear and tear in your furniture, carpets, and clothing? Moths might not be the problem. Carpet beetles are one of the most common household pests and can cause similar damage as moths. Learn more about these pesky beetles in this guide and discover how to get rid of them if you find an infestation in your home. …
When you see an ant in your home, you may be inclined to sweep it away and forget about it. But is that one little ant a sign of a much bigger problem? Are you ignoring some serious damage going on to the very foundation of your home? If you’ve found one, you’re probably wondering are carpenter ants dangerous to …