Grandma's Home Remedies » Outdoor Pests, Pest Control

The sight of a centipede is enough to send many people running in the opposite direction. These pests with their many legs are intimidating and to make matters worse – quite fast when they want to be. To rid your home of this scurrying creature, consider home remedies for centipedes as your first line of [...]

Raccoons are a prime example of a woodland creature that has impressively learned how to survive in urban and suburban environments. Known for their “bandit-like” markings, the animal has become a pest in many cities as they search for food in populated areas. Since the critter will eat nearly anything that is chewable and can [...]

It’s every parent’s fear that his or her child will go to school and come home with an unwanted guest. One of the most dreaded elementary school horrors is getting head lice. Before head lice become a reality, it is a nit – an egg that attaches to the hair and later hatches. If you’re [...]

Ticks are one of the leading carriers of disease to humans in the United States. Armed with a piercing bite, it is the secretions, toxins, and other organisms found in the tick’s saliva that transmits the diseases that make us sick. Luckily, there are ways to prevent and remove the pests with home remedies for [...]

When you think of rats, New York City is one of the main destinations that usually come to mind. There is the notion that rats are invading the sewer and subway system when the reality of it all is that the majority of rats live in burrows at ground or basement level. Rats seek out [...]

If you leave flour, cereal and other pantry items unsealed, you run the risk of an unwanted pest finding its way into your food. Weevils mostly attack grains and seeds, but can even appear in your pancake mix. To make sure you don’t have any surprises the next time you open your pantry, consider using [...]

Every year, termites are responsible for billions of dollars in damage. Since wood is their primary diet, these common pests are known to destroy books, papers, living trees, shrubbery, insulation, and even the liners of swimming pools. The destruction associated with a termite infestation is so great, a special inspection/infestation report is conducted when buying [...]

The creature driving Bill Murray crazy in the movie ‘Candyshack’ was a rodent known for digging tunnels in the soil. In search for food and shelter, the gopher has earned a reputation for ruining commercial agriculture plans, destroying garden plots, and disrupting landscaping. Because of this, people seek out home remedies for gophers before resorting [...]

It’s amazing that something so small can cause such a ruckus with your health. For example, it’s a tiny insect that is responsible for causing the itchy rashes and sleepless nights associated with scabies. If you are unfortunate enough to have contracted the skin condition, it’s suggested to learn about home remedies for scabies that [...]

Every year, thousands of reports come through to the American Association of Poison Control Centers regarding scorpion stings. While they can deliver quite a painful punch, the majority of scorpion stings are often harmless. Luckily, the U.S. doesn’t have the kinds of creatures that cause serious injury and death like other parts of the world. [...]

Besides the itchy red welts caused by mosquito bites, these infamous warm weather pests are known as carriers of the West Nile virus and other diseases. Surviving for more than 30 million years, the insects have learned how to adapt with the changing environment. Unfortunately, warm-blooded creatures are their primary targets. To lessen your chances [...]

Maintaining a healthy crop of vegetables or growing prized roses isn’t always an easy feat to accomplish with all of the gardening threats to overcome. Garden pests destroy leaves, flowers, and new growth by feasting on the vital plant parts and spreading disease. To protect your garden and other outdoor spaces, consider home remedies for [...]

The joy of planting your own flowers, fruits, and vegetables is an activity that millions of people across the United States participate in. The process is one that takes time and requires routine maintenance. However, insects, fungal diseases and weather conditions can threaten the success of a garden. To increase your chances of plentiful growth, [...]

Throughout the United States and Canada, wild rabbits wreak havoc on gardens and flowerbeds, especially the wild cottontail species. Because they have a greedy appetite for leaves, vegetables, flowers, and even grass, they can turn a beautiful garden into a war zone. In order to protect your new growth, home remedies for wild rabbits can [...]

With more than 280 species in the world, fire ants live in remote parts of the world, as well as the backyards of frustrated homeowners throughout the United States, especially in the southeast. These small wonders are aggressive and pack quite a sting. When you want to avoid costly exterminators and harmful pesticides, first consider [...]

Hunting for seashells or dipping your toes in beach water never felt so painful than when coming in contact with a swarm of sand fleas – who enjoy taking swipes at ankles, legs, and feet. During warm weather days, keep an eye out for the pesky pests and if you’re unfortunate enough to have your [...]

When your backyard is riddled with small holes and your potted plants are becoming overgrown with wayward seeds, the critters causing your headaches are far from cute, fuzzy, or cuddly. Collecting and storing food for the winter, chipmunks usually mind their own business and happily co-exist amongst humans. But, for some homeowners, they’re at their [...]

From the honeybee to the bumblebee, you probably didn’t know that there are about 20,000 different kinds of bees in existence. While they may only stay active for two months out of the entire year, they can still become a nuisance during the summer months and when they’ve become trapped in your home. Since bees [...]

Slimy and unattractive, the slug slithers throughout a garden and creates a great deal of issues for vegetable patches and outdoor flower arrangements. However, with a collection of home remedies for slugs hidden up your sleeve, you can drive slugs out of gardens and protect your next crop of tasty edibles or beautiful blooms. What [...]

When you’re experiencing the pitter-patter of little feet and it’s not a walking, talking bundle of joy standing on two legs, you may have a furry intruder in your home that needs attention. Hiding in a kitchen cabinet or tucked away in the corner of a shed, mice find ways to enter the cleanliest of [...]

Sure, Pepe LePew was pretty cute on the Warner Brothers cartoons, but you’re rarely amused when you come across this black and white critter in the middle of the night. Skunks are infamous for their defensive spray, which sends a rather distinct scent into the air. When they feel threatened or become alarmed, a skunk [...]

If you’re looking forward to biting into a juicy red tomato this gardening season, you better keep your eye out for tomato blight, which can completely eliminate any hopes of a decent tomato crop. If you allow this common foliar disease to run rampant, your plants may not generate flowers. Gardeners interested in foregoing store-bought [...]

An infestation of ants in any home is enough to cause unrest, especially if you are dealing with the kind that brings severe ruin to the structure of your house. To date, there are several species of carpenter ants known to wreak havoc on cozy residences, commercial buildings, and outdoor construction. Contrary to popular belief, [...]