Insects

Which areas of a house do spiders live in? How do I protect my home from spiders?

Cockroaches have been around since the dawn of time and, according to legend, will be around long after you and I are gone. They are said to be able to survive a nuclear detonation. The most common is the German cockroach. Would you believe that this species of roach even has wings, yet do not fly? They do wreak havoc around kitchens and bathrooms, though.  The Life Cycle of a German Cockroach You might not think that the roach we have the most problems with, within the United States, would have a foreign name, but it does. The German cockroach is a small...

While there are millions of species of bugs around the world, focus on these insects specifically when it comes to your home.

Flies are an insect that we deal with on a day-to-day basis. We all know that they can be disgusting creatures, but is a fly landing on my food really that bad?

Have you seen ants in your home? Here's how to safely rid your abode of sugar ants, pavement ants, and carpenter ants.

We hear of ants, mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, and bed bugs. But what are silverfish and earwigs? How do I recognize them, and how do I get rid of them?

When you have a pantry moth infestation, you wonder about all of the food you have stored. What about the food you have eaten? Do pantry moths carry diseases?

The life cycle of a pantry moth will determine how you treat an infestation. Different stages warrant different remedies. Here is what you need to know.