DIY pest control guides
Straightforward, honest guides to dealing with common household pests yourself. When a problem is bigger than a do-it-yourself fix, we'll point you to free quotes from licensed local pros.
How to Get Rid of Fruit FliesA simple, proven way to get rid of fruit flies: find the source, set a vinegar trap, clean your drains, and stop them coming back. No exterminator needed. How to Get Rid of GnatsGet rid of gnats for good: identify which gnat you have, dry out the soil, trap the adults with yellow sticky traps, and kill the larvae with BTI. Step by step. How to Get Rid of MiceHow to get rid of mice: set snap traps where mice actually run, seal entry points, clean up safely, and skip the gadgets that don’t work. Plus when to call a pro. How to Get Rid of AntsHow to get rid of ants the right way: use bait to kill the whole colony instead of spraying the trail (which makes it worse), seal entry points, and spot carpenter ants. How to Get Rid of RatsHow to get rid of rats: pre-bait and set the right snap traps where rats travel, seal the gaps they use, cut off food and water, and know when it’s past DIY. How to Get Rid of CockroachesHow to get rid of cockroaches for good: use gel bait (not sprays, never foggers), cut off food and water, seal harborages, and know when roaches need a pro. How to Get Rid of MothsHow to get rid of moths: first tell pantry moths from clothes moths, then clear and clean the source, trap the adults with pheromone traps, and protect what they eat.