Flea larvae (35% of the flea population) is the second phase of the fleas’ life cycle. Depending on the levels of humidity and temperature, flea Larvae development takes 1 to 10 days. But what do flea larvae really eat? The short answer is, flea larvae feed primarily on flea dirt which is (1) adult fleas’ feces (or undigested blood), … Read more

Fleas are a nuisance to many homeowners, especially as their small body allows them to hide odd places! These tiny insects are wingless with 4mm of body length and a dark-colored appearance. The fleas have strong hind legs and a flat/ oval body to jump a distance of up to 33 cm. But…you ask…where do fleas … Read more

The drier regions of Midwest and Southwest have a “flea season,” in some months of the year. But in balmy states such as Florida, fleas are highly active and reproduce throughout the year.  So, it’s no brainer that one reader asked: regardless of my region, can cats get fleas in the winter? The simple answer … Read more

As a homeowner, which flea control method do you advocate? (a) Chemical insecticides or (b) the natural methods such as Diatomaceous Earth or (3). A combination of (a) and (b).  We all have different opinions. But, for now, let’s leave at this “Diatomaceous Earth kills fleas” (as proved in this case study). In this post, … Read more

Cats never cease to amaze with their adorable but sometimes bizarre behaviors. One such behavior is “blep” (as described on the inter-webs), particularly among cats and dogs. So, we asked our pet behavior expert: What is blep, you ask? Well, no one really knows the origin of this “blep” word, but you might already know … Read more

Bed bugs (the 1/4 inch long and wingless bugs) are not only a problem at home but also in other accommodations. But how do bed bugs spread? Summary: Bed bugs spread through crawling to new surfaces, hitchhiking people’s clothes and suitcases when the human beings removing and by following uncleaned drainages. Bed bugs crawl on the bed … Read more

A cockroach infestation is probably the hardest to get rid of compared to any other pest problem. Besides being very sneaky, cockroaches breed very fast, bite human beings when food sources are limited,  scared, and may even develop resistance to some pesticides. But don’t despair. In this article, we discuss in detail some of the best ways on how … Read more

Sand Fleas: Appearance, Bites, and How to Control

The few fleas you see on your dog or cat only make up 5 percent of the total flea population in your home. There is a whole bunch of them hiding on your pet’s bed, carpet, furniture, and even in your own bed. Here are some great methods on how to get rid of fleas … Read more

When you wake up and discover blisters, red rashes, bites, or small itchy spots, there is every possibility that bed bugs are around your living domicile. A bedbug infestation can cause restless nights and spread panic in most homes – and the bed bugs bites could last for long. These bugs suck blood from humans … Read more

One of the worst bug infestations you can ever wish on your enemies is a bedbug invasion. These devious little creatures pack an irritable, itchy bite that will cut your night short. If you’ve ever dealt with bedbugs before, you might be wondering how well they manage to navigate their way to all corners of … Read more

Discovering baby bed bugs crawling in the house or business premises will cause panic to most homeowners. Maybe you’ve seen some bed bug eggs, shed skin or fecal matter on bed frames, in crevices and cracks, or mattress seams. Sadly, all these are signs that there are adult bed bugs lying around planing a major infestation. But you’re not alone.  About 1 in every … Read more

For years, bleach has been a product of choice for sanitizing and cleaning for most people. Due to its corrosive nature, homeowners have often considered it for killing bed bugs. Just like cockroaches, bed bugs are difficult to control and will multiply fast. Therefore, in this article, I’ve outlined my thorough response to this question – “Does Bleach … Read more

When I first left my parents house and get my apartment, it was a frustrating hustle to get rid of bed bugs. Just like myself, most homeowners fear and get a chill with the mention of a bed bug infestation. In today’s post, I’ll be answering this question – “can bed bugs fly?” Let’s face it: Controlling bed bugs … Read more

If you thought mosquito bites are painful and irritating, then hopefully you’ll never get to experience the bites of a bed bug. Bed bug bites are itchy and painful, but won’t transmit disease, but it’s still a nightmarish experience to deal with at home or while traveling. If you need a short answer, bed bug bites … Read more

Stink Bugs and Bed Bugs are both arthropods. Bed bugs belong to the family known as Pentatomidae while a stink bug is Cimicidae. I’ve outlined the differences and similarities between stink bugs vs. bed bugs? So, let’s dive right in. Stink Bugs: In most cases, they are usually known as shield bugs. This is because stink bugs have … Read more

In this article, I’ve answered this question – “Is Lysol toxic enough to quickly kill bed bugs (Cimex lectularius)?” Also, I’ve given my insight into viable alternative methods for controlling bed bugs including bed bug spraying. But for starters: Lysol (besides the apparent use as a bed bug killer) is a household disinfectant/ cleaner whose active ingredient is benzalkonium chloride (0.01 – … Read more

I’m sitting here on my outdoor working space wondering how do I get rid of sweat bees? A common method to kills sweat bees is a killing spray. But are there situations where it would not be appropriate? I conducted a quick research.  To get rid of sweat bees, you may repel, trap or kill the bugs. Sweat Bees … Read more

Are you literally tired from squirrels and want to get rid of them? We will help you with this. Squirrels are an animal that apparently look quite funny, being small in size and extremely active and elusive. Because of their restless nature and extreme swift movements, they are awfully difficult to catch and potentially can … Read more

If you’re looking for an army that can attack in total stealth and can quietly inflict so much costly damage, then you would want to take a second look at the Formosan subterranean termite. Well, you wouldn’t want them near your home, but you may want to read on them a bit and find out … Read more

Cooking oil, hair, scum, soap, slime, and sludge can block drains leading to water obstruction or blockage. So, today I’m explaining how the best drain cleaners cut through standing water and eat up the organic matter in PVC and metal pipes. Recently, I discussed how to unclog stagnant water in your bathtub. Summary: Oxidizing drain cleaners (with nitrate ions) utilize … Read more

If you are reading this, you must be worried as you’ve seen some roaches running around your house.  It is common knowledge that roaches love dark, moist and dirty places. Could you, unknowingly, have created a nest for the roaches in your house? That is a tough question. But now, you have to find the … Read more

It’s no secret that cockroaches are one of the harshest pests when it comes to transmitting household diseases and embarrassing homeowners 😭😭. Definitely, roaches are omnivorous pests and thus will eat anything that’s edible including dead or live animals and plants. But some homeowners are still worried – can cockroaches bite human beings? I discuss that, and more, below.  So, … Read more

It’s no secret that most homeowners hate cockroaches. Surprisingly, an even larger percentage of the people report that they’d fear meeting flying roaches. So, in this post, I’ll be answering this question: Can Cockroaches Fly? Summary: Generally, roaches are not good flyers. But, their flying capability varies with individual roach species and its gender. Most of … Read more

In this post, I outline how I cleared my sink drain blockage that had persisted even with clear pipes. But first, I narrate my sad story. I was almost going insane due to the bathroom sink that had blocked for about a week. My kids and I had already started using a basin to take our … Read more

Have you noticed some conical dirt piles, but similar to anthills, with large openings in your yard? You could be having ground bees in your lawn! To be sure, watch any bees or insects flying into or out of the burrowed ground. Ground bees dig mainly in bare areas of the garden or lawn, particularly … Read more

Summary: Fleas live and feed on warm-blooded animals, yes, but they can also live in carpet, bedsheets, and shoes, among others. The answer to the question you may be afraid to ask: “Where do fleas live on humans,” is in the hairy, warm areas such as the armpit, head, and crotch.  Related: best fogger for fleas.  Where … Read more

What’s better than a clean and happy pet? Sadly, fleas cause skin irritation, anemia (through blood loss) or can kill kittens and puppies. Sadly, commercial flea control products are harsh on kittens’ skin and the young immune system.  But, washing your pets using dawn dish soap (the original blue Dawn) will safely eliminate that nasty flea infestation. Dawn washing (instead … Read more

Recently my friend, Jane, got a healthy looking dog. Sadly, the dog was flea infested. Jane applied flea shampoo on the dog to save the situation. But, she’s still worried whether “Dog Fleas Transfer to Humans?” Can the bugs jump/ bite him, his kids or wife? I seek to answer these questions in this short post. The simple answer is … Read more

Human fleas (P. irritans) and cat fleas (C. felis) are ectoparasites (host Dipylidium caninum tapeworm) that cause allergic reactions, anemia, and host other pathogens.1 ….I know, so many and dangerous effects…..but you ask, how long do fleas live on humans? The simple answer is a maximum of 7.5 minutes before jumping off for safety. . Male fleas will spend … Read more

You’re fully wipe out the roach infestation in your house. At this point, every homeowner would many options (like bleach, Lysol, or Ammonia, spraying the bed bugs) provided they get rid of the nagging bugs. But, if you’re anything like me, you hate second-guessing when handling household pests, and I hope you do too. Therefore, in this post, I’ll be … Read more

So, your home or premises has become infested with bed bugs? Before calling in an exterminator, try some natural, homemade procedures such as using rubbing alcohol, borax, bleach or Ammonia. Nobody wants toxic chemicals in their home. And if you have little kids, you’re probably looking for solutions that kill bed bugs and bed bug eggs naturally … Read more

If you’re a homeowner, how do you get rid of a cockroach colony? Some of the roach-control products available in the market are roach bombs, roach sprays, roach killers, and roach gels. However, I’ve come to love Boric acid powder (available on Amazon) for its effectiveness in killing roaches. Boric acid powder is a boron derivative. You’ll require to mix … Read more

What is the difference between bed bugs vs. ants? Well, for a beginner it’s hard to them apart. In this guide, you’ll learn the difference between the two insects: their body shapes and overall behavior. Such differentiation will help you choose the right insect solution such as rubbing Alcohol, kitchen ant killer, Ammonia, or Bleach, spraying, and … Read more

German cockroach (Blatella germanica (L.)) is a widely distributed pest that is mostly found in homes, a best roach killer for apartments, and the best roach bomb hotels, restaurants, and other institutions.  If your home is infested with the German cockroaches, you may see them running away immediately you turn on lights or open the cabinet … Read more

I hope you’ll agree that determining the appropriate Termite Inspection Cost is a difficult task, especially when there are so many companies out there. Termite infestation can be a real headache to deal with especially when you’re hunting down tiny pesky little savages that burrow in the hardest to find areas. Inspection Cost If only … Read more

Amidst the confusion between black bees in your yard, you must have tried to compare carpenter bee vs bumblebee. I hope you agree that differentiating between the two bee types was a difficult task. In this article we will examine the similarities and differences between  bumble bee and carpenter bee. But, do Carpenter Bees Sting?  But … Read more

It is a kind of unpleasant situation for you, if you are having a hornet’s or wasp’s nest around in or near your place. It can get nastier especially if there are kids or anyone with an allergic issue to their stings (insect venom). I will discus the ultimate guide for the Hornet Nest Removal. … Read more

Are termites bugging your property? I know, it’s a real headache! Termite fumigation will provide you with best solution for total eradication of termites from your property. [thrive_text_block color=”note” headline=””] If your house is infested with the insects which are hard to remove using traditional termite treatments, fumigation may help in the elimination of large colonies of termites from your place. … Read more

Adult fleas largely live on warm-blooded animal hosts (like cats & dogs), as it provides readily available blood meals. Sadly, fleas may host tapeworms leading to contamination. Therefore, it’s important to ask – can fleas live on clothes? Summary: Adult fleas mainly live and reproduce off cats & dogs blood and thus won’t live in clothes for long. The fleas may hide under clothes for under 24 … Read more

In this article, I will discuss how to naturally control (compared to other termite treatments) and eliminate termites without the need of hiring a professional. Termites have been reported to cause massive damage to buildings each year. As a result, expensive rebuilding is done to repair their damage. However, if you suspect a termite infestation, … Read more

Can you tell the difference between spider bite and mosquito bite? Well, such a task requires are keen eye and sufficient knowledge.  Most bug bites have similar symptoms: itching, pain, sores, and red bumps. But how do you know which bug bit you? However, despite that a mosquito bite is dangerous and painful, some spider bites … Read more

Lately, I’ve been getting many calls from clients who have clogged their bathtubs with excessive hair and soap scum. Definitely, the questions come something like this: – how do I unclog a bathtub drain with standing water? So, let’s get started!  Summary: To clear the bathtub blockage and drain the standing water: use a Wet-Dry Vacuum (with no … Read more

Today I’ll discuss my short investigation with vinegar and baking soda to see if it’s really good in unblocking slow-moving drains as some YouTubers Claim. The 2 ingredients are readily available and will have a bubbling reaction. Summary: It’s a thumbs down for the vinegar and baking soda in unclogging blocked drains and de-scaling pipes. A recent experiment … Read more

I am sitting here in Suzie’s house and she is complaining about her slow draining shower. Suzie happens to have long hair and certainly, the hair gets loose, goes down the shower drain, mixes with oil, shampoo, or soap to form a large ball of hair blockage. Read on to learn how I helped my friend their … Read more

Sadly, this thought triggers an itching feeling on me: does my dog have fleas? Or is it just unfounded fear? I’ll outline How To Check Fleas On Dogs. Since I acquired my dog pet: my fluffy king, I have had numerous challenges. Some of them include feed selection, medication selection, and safety. However, none of … Read more

The short answer is; Flea dirt (flea poop or flea frass) is the round black pepper or dandruff-looking specs made up of undigested and dried blood (dropped by fleas) after sucking blood from cats, dogs, or humans. You can find flea dirt when combing or running fingers against the grain of your cat’s or dog’s hair. Flea dirt is mainly found around … Read more

Carpenter Bees‘ stings, just like those from snakes, are truly terrifying. Their huge size and the aggressive nature of the male carpenter bees cause even more fear among people.So, do Do Carpenter Bees Sting or Bite? Carpenter bees drill holes on people’s houses, wooden fences. Additionally, if a wood pecker passes by the drilled holes, … Read more

Hey, today I am here on my garage table with my dog Jake. I’ll demonstrate how to use a flea comb on your cat or dog. You’ll not use chemical and thus its a non-toxic process. Note: first, fleas live in the house (not on pets) – so, they’ll temporarily jump on pets or pet owner. I recommend inspecting your pets … Read more

My buddy, Anna, has a massive flea infestation (she’s planning to use the best flea bomb soon). She’s coming for a sleepover 😞😞😞. I advised her not to come with her dog. So, can she still carry fleas over in her clothes? The short answer is: YES, human beings can carry fleas from one house to another. The bugs … Read more