Pests
The latest Pests breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Realhomes
Pests
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How to get rid of termites
Find out how to get rid of termites – before they destroy your window frame or deck
By Anna K. Cottrell Published
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How to get rid of moths
They're notoriously resilient and can ruin everything from clothes to food. Find out how to get rid of moths and how to tell what type you are dealing with
By Anna Cottrell Published
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How to get rid of gnats – 10 steps to remove and repel them for good
Find out how to get rid of gnats in house plants and other areas of your home. Whether they're plaguing your fruit bowl or congregating in a bathroom, you can kill and deter fungus gnats using vinegar, candles and more clever methods.
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to get rid of fruit flies – the best ways to banish these pests
Wondering how to get rid of fruit flies? Discover the traps you can make at home – plus how to stop the problem at source
By Anna K. Cottrell Published
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Your bedroom temperature could be attracting bed bugs, experts warn
With bed bug citings up 75 percent this year, you'll want to know about this common cause for these pests
By Anna Cottrell Published
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It's spider mating season! Here's one natural repellent you need to try
The eight-legged creepy crawlies are back - here's how to fend them off
By Millie Hurst Published
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The difference between rats and mice and how to identify them – droppings, size and behaviour
Need to figure out the difference between rats and mice? It's important to find this out so you can manage an infestation correctly and wave farewell to the rodent in question.
By Jenny McFarlane Published
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How to get rid of silverfish with home remedies, Mrs Hinch top tips and more
At your wits' end wondering how to get rid of silverfish naturally? You can wave goodbye to this pesky pest with these simple tips and tricks.
By Jenny McFarlane Published
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How to get rid of fleas – 8 tricks for getting rid of fleas plus our recommended flea spray
It's about time you find out how to get rid of fleas if you own pets. Bloodsucking fleas can infest carpets and rugs so we’ve got the lowdown on how to evict these unwelcome home occupants
By Lucy Searle Published