Baby bed bugs (simply nymphs) are the bed bugs going through the initial 5 stages of their life-cycle. They’ll be straw or light brown (before taking a blood meal) and the size of a pin head. Bed bug (Cimex lectularius) infest over 20% of Americans homes.  Its important to control the bed bugs nymphs in […]

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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 For Roaches? Boric acid powder is a boron derivative. […]

Ear mites will cause your dogs to scratch and shake their ears very frequently. They live in their ear canal and cause itchiness as evidenced by frequent scratching. But can ear mites be transmitted to humans? Simple answer is – YES. These pesky parasites spread rapidly and can be transmitted to humans through physical contact […]

Use of bed bug bombs to kill bed bugs is increasing day by day. The aerosol foggers contain insecticide like pyrethroid, permethrin or pyrethrin –  administered in different dosage. So, do bed bug bombs work? Simple answer, Yes, bed bug bomb kills all bed bugs and eggs that gets into contact with the chemical being […]

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-coloured 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 […]

You must have noticed some ants, maybe little or black, in your bathroom. Did the ants in the bathroom appear at the same time last year? Are the ants also in the upstairs bathroom? Well, this is a worrying issue, mainly when you have yourself, kids and pets around the house and kitchen. Therefore, how […]

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.  […]

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 […]

Leaving a fertilized female Bed bug (Cimex lectularious) will create a massive infestation in a few months. Knowing what to look for (pictures of bed bugs) will be your best defense. Therefore, this post has 99+ pictures of bed bugs to help you tell if you have an infestation. I answer the following questions; What do […]

Sometimes, bed bug infestations can make you feel defeated. In fact, you’ll consider many natural products like essential oils – with limited success rate.  I know there are other products including sprays, steamers, rubbing alcohol (91 %), does Lavender. So, baby powder is readily accessible and cheap too. But does baby powder kill bed bugs?  The […]

Essential oils make the list of natural treatments for bed bugs. Whenever conventional bed bug treatments fail, many homeowners opt for natural treatments, including essential oils. But do they really work effectively? Well, many essential oils have been in use for pest control for decades. These include, lavender, tea tree oil, thyme, peppermint among others.  […]

With some diligence, most folks will be bedbug free for less than $200-$300 spread over 2-3 months. If done properly, you shouldn’t see bugs after 2 -3 weeks – using CrossFire plus Cimexa. Lots of people believe in steaming/heat treating. I tried it twice & here’s why it failed for me: I did not have […]

Flea eggs and pupae can remain dormant for long lying under carpets, pet fur, or clothes lying on the floor. But, cats & dogs – which are warm-blooded are their prefered hosts. Also, fleas may host tapeworms and spread diseases like Lyme diseases. But, can fleas live on clothes?  The short answer is, No! Cat fleas can’t live on clothes. Fleas […]

Bed bug infestations have seen an increase in the use of natural bed bug remedies like essential oil for bed bugs. Among those in common use is vinegar. But, does vinegar really kill bed bugs? Simple answer is – YES. A highly-concentrated solution of white vinegar will kill bed bugs on contact. Acetic acid in […]

Seeing a dead bed bug in your house could raise some concern. It might be a sure indication that your house is bed bug-infested. I used dawn dish soap to kill bed bugs. Though dead bed bugs are not easy to see, they have a lifespan too, right? You might start to wonder if there […]

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

There are many popular home remedies for bed bugs including essential oils such as Tea Tree Oil, and Lavender.  Salt is cheap and readily available and is also easy to use. However, not all of them will give you the best result. So, does salt kill bed bugs? The short answer is, Yes and NO, […]

Diatomaceous earth, commonly known as D. E, is a naturally occurring off-white soft, silicon-based sedimentary rock. It is composed of fossilized marine-based algae called planktons. Under a microscope, it looks like shards of glass (silica is used to make glass). But does diatomaceous earth kill bed bugs? Simple answer is, YES, diatomaceous earth will kill bed […]

Finding an exterminator is expensive, and even when you find one, they use toxic chemicals. Removing bed bugs can be undulating, especially when you are not sure the best tactic to use. Most homeowners have tried various essential oils to kill bed bugs. But, does tea tree oil kill bed bugs? What’s Tee Tree Oil The […]

Are you trying to determine if we have bed bugs in the house? First, I’ll narrate a personal experience I had 8 months ago. I had just come back from our vacation – I was into 1 Vrbo and 2 hotels – which I had thoroughly inspected with no signs of bed bugs.  However, the […]

Bed bugs eggs are oval in shape and measure about 1/16 inches long. A female bed bug lays about 200-250 eggs. The eggs hatch in 6-10 days and the nymphs suck for a blood meal from humans.  Homeowners are mainly worried about bed bug nymphs and adults – the biting stages. But should they? Well, […]

I am sitting here in my rented property – and I am at loss of what to do that’ll clear this bed bug infestation. I moved into the house 8 months ago! But, my son and I have had a nightmare with bed bugs bites – these red irritated and itchy bumps.  There are many […]

Bed bugs bites and fleas bites look very similar. So, when you’re having a bug infestation, you want to know which bug you’re dealing with. Proper identification of the bug bites can help alleviate the doubts and allow you to embark on the correct treatment. So, in this guide, I’ve discussed how to differentiate between […]

Bed bugs hide in cluster at different locations in yours house, including bed frame, bed buttons, clothes, bedding, cracks or mattress seam. But do bed bugs only hide in bedrooms? Probably not! You’ll also find these bugs in other locations in your residence. So, can bed bugs live in carpet? The simple answer is, YES, […]

Without meaning to state the obvious, bed bugs are, above everything else, insects. So it goes without saying that they are fairly visible. Well, not necessarily. So, can You See Bed Bugs? Summary: Most bed bugs resemble an apple seed in various aspects; from shape, size and even color. This is why you shouldn’t experience […]

You might have noticed that your cat is scratching its fur more than usual and some small creatures are falling off its skin. Your cat is most probably infected by fleas, a nightmare to your cat and you as well. There are many ways to get rid of fleas from cats. They include methods where […]

Bed bugs will mainly live in clothes, mattress or cracks. However, most homeowners confess that bed bugs are one of the trickiest insects to control. Bed bugs are caused by travelling, second-hand furniture and mattresses. Maybe you’ve heard that bed bugs have no wings and can’t jump? So, how do these bugs move from one […]

Cloth dryers are equipment at homes, hotels and institutions – we use them to dry clothes after washing. Bed bugs are caused by different factors such as purchasing second-hand furniture. Definitely, bed bugs can bite through clothing. But, does dryers kill bed bugs? The simple answer is, YES, the high temperature in dryers (between 39o C to 51o C) […]

When you wake up and discover blisters, red rashes, bed bug 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. In this post, I […]

Bed bugs are tiny insects (1/4 inch in body length) and are a nuisance to humans – their bites are painful and may cause anemia. You will mainly find these bloodsuckers in residential or public premises and public places. Nevertheless, it’s really challenging to locate their hideouts. So, where do bed bugs hide? Simply put, […]

Are you stuck with an ant problem in your house and lawns? You don’t have to worry anymore! There’re many do-it-yourself home remedies you can use to get rid of these pesky insects. These are tried and tested home recipes that can be easily made using locally available materials and simple equipment. Below is my […]

Bedbugs and scabies are parasites that’ll bite and prey on humans. So, what are the differences between scabies vs bed bugs? In summary, bedbugs are ovular light brown parasites that measure about 4 to 5 mm in length and 1.5 to 3 mm in width. But, scabies are caused by small mites whose bites appear […]

We wake up in the morning and find rashes, red swellings or streaks and get torn to whether it was a mosquito or bedbug that bit us. It is difficult to tell the similarities and differences between bed bug bites vs mosquito bites – unless you have actually seen the parasite itself. Both bites will […]

Bed bugs (Cimex lectularius) are a fact of life, particularly after states banned DDT for its toxicity to humans. So, are bed bugs caused by dirty homes or living quarters? Well, NO! You’ll also find bed bugs in clean environs like high-end quarters, and 5-star hotels. So, what causes bed bugs? The short answer is, bed […]

“Wear long sleeved clothes and you’ll be safe from bed bug bites (Cimex lectularius Linnaeus).” Maybe…maybe not. But bed bug bites are painful and will cause anemia. So, you’re wondering, can bed bugs bite through clothing? The short answer is, NO, bed bugs lack teeth to gnaw through clothing or fabric. The bugs only have a […]

Your termite control expedition will fail if you don’t accurately know the physical appearance of termites. Its might also help to know the termites vs ants and how to tell them apart. But don’t also confuse them with fire ants or carpenter ants. So, have you noticed some cylindrical, dry, and brown tunnels around the house […]

Previously, I discussed the top flea foggers, but in this post, we’ll cover how you can get rid of cat flea eggs. In short, to get rid of flea eggs on cats, bathe the cat with a flea shampoo, flea comb the cat’s fur (with tightly-spaced tines), give oral cat flea medicine such as lufenuron and kill […]

Sometimes you just need a quick fix to your slow-moving drain. Or maybe pouring boiling water down the drain doesn’t work anymore? Well, snaking your drain would be an excellent option for this! But, while at it, other options include using a plunger, or drain cleaners. In the snaking process, you’d use the drain snake (also known as a […]

Overflowing toilets and slow-drains are a common plumbing problem in most homes.  Do you find using a drain snake, a drain cleaner or hiring a plumber relatively price?  Well, a plunger is an easy and cheap way to return normal drain flow in your toilets, showers, and sinks.  So, in this article, we discuss how to use a […]

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 […]

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 […]

A cockroach infestation is probably the hardest household to control. 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, there are different best roach killers. But, in this article, we discuss in detail some of the best ways […]

Cat fleas (C. felis) will cause painful bites, suck blood to induce anemia, transfer pathogens, and produce allergic reactions on humans. Further, adult cat flea will need a meal of fresh blood to reproduce. The adult cat fleas, unlike various other fleas, will remain totally on their host – either cats or dogs. So, how long […]

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

You probably were searching remedies to the roach infestation in your home, or a solution to fleas that have become a nuisance to your pet and stumbled on Diatomaceous earth. And now you are wondering what this Diatomaceous earth is. This article is going to lay down all the facts about Diatomaceous earth and its […]

Fleas are small wingless insects that can be classified as parasites. These insects predominantly live on small animals kept at home as pets, such as cats and dogs. Fleas are also common among birds and various other wild animals. Being parasitic, fleas survive almost exclusively on a diet of blood. They belong in the order […]

After I posted this article on “how to remove fleas in clothes and beddings,” a reader sent me this question –  “do fleas die in the dryer”. To answer the questions, I conducted some experiments (on my dryer) and consulted my local vet. Summary: YES – dryer heat will kill fleas, their eggs, & larvae on bedding, […]

Last week somebody left the question on my site: “how do you kill fleas in clothes and bedding” Sadly, that’s about all the details they gave me. So, I had to assume they have fleas are on the clothes they’re wearing or their pet hitchhiked their bed and left some of the pests. The short answer on how […]

The short and simple answer to this question is that a drain cleaner can either be an acid or a base. Regardless of the acidity or basicity of your drain cleaner, they pretty much work in the same way. However, this post shall delve deeper into this topic by trying to uncover which drain cleaners […]