Pests
The latest Pests breaking news, comment, reviews and features from the experts at Realhomes
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8 ways to get rid of spiders and keep them from moving in
Itsy bitsy be gone! 🕷️
By Anna K. Cottrell Last updated
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How to kill maggots: effective techniques to get rid of fly larvae
Learn how to kill maggots if you've discovered you have an infestation and want to get rid of them as soon as possible
By Christina Chrysostomou Last updated
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How to get rid of dust mites naturally – 11 simple ways to destroy them
Learn how to get rid of dust mites with steam, essential oils and more to put your mind and allergies at ease.
By Lucy Searle Last updated
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How to get rid of ladybugs in the house, naturally
Find out how to get rid of ladybugs in the house – use methods used by professional pest controllers
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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How to get rid of woodworm, and identify an infestation
Find out how to get rid of woodworm – and fast, before it spreads and ruins your hardwood flooring and furniture
By Lucy Searle Published
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How to get rid of wasps and yellow jackets – with natural home remedies and more
Deter wasps and learn how to get rid of a nest with our preventative measures – plus tips for ensuring they don't come back
By Laura Crombie Published
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How to get rid of fungus gnats – on plants and in your home
Find out how to get rid of fungus gnats, whether they're plaguing your plants or whole house
By Anna Cottrell Published
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How to get rid of thrips? 8 clever ways to deter thunder flies from your home
Find out how to get rid of thrips – also known as thunder flies – in your home. There are a ton of clever ways to keep these annoying pests at bay and away from plants
By Anna Cottrell Published
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How to get rid of carpenter bees: identification methods and natural ways to deter them
If you need to know how to get rid of carpenter bees, professional pest controllers say it's key to identify them properly, remove them humanely, and to try natural ways of deterring them from your propety above all else
By Anna Cottrell Published
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How to get rid of mosquitoes in your yard and around the home
Learn how to get rid of mosquitoes in your yard and around the home using natural methods, planting tricks and more to avoid bites, all summer long
By Sarah Warwick Published
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How to get rid of drain flies: 5 quick and effective methods
Desperate to know how to get rid of drain flies? Try tackling these tiny critters with apple cider vinegar, baking soda and salt before reaching for the stronger stuff
By Jenny McFarlane Published
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How to get rid of stink bugs with dish soap, vinegar spray, and more
Keep these smelly pests out. Here’s how to get rid of stink bugs with home remedies and defensive strategies
By Sarah Warwick Last updated
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Gnats vs. fruit flies: Spot the differences to get rid of them quickly
Both are tiny but that is where their similarities end... These are the main difference between gnats vs. fruit flies so that you can find the source and get rid of them effectively
By Anna K. Cottrell Published
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How to get rid of flies in the house using homemade traps and more
Learn how to get rid of flies in the house using homemade traps, apple cider vinegar and more clever ways to stop them coming inside, for good
By Anna Cottrell Last updated
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How to get rid of outside flies: 7 effective methods to try in summer
Find out how to get rid of outside flies to stop them from intruding on your patio parties throughout the summer. These tried and tested methods will help keep the most annoying flying pest away from your backyard or balcony
By Anna Cottrell Published
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How to get rid of carpet beetles: 13 natural ways to get rid of bugs and larvae
Find out how to get rid of carpet beetles naturally, and without calling out pest control
By Anna K. Cottrell Published
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How to identify houseplant pests – Gnats, spider mites, aphids and more with pictures
Find out how to identify houseplant pests such as fungus gnats, aphids, mealybugs, and spider mites. Plus, save your indoor plants by spotting the early signs of these nasty pests.
By Jenny McFarlane Last updated
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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 skunks
Find out how to get rid of skunks – without harming them
By Anna Cottrell 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
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How to get rid of pantry moths naturally – and keep them away for good
Beside yourself trying to figure out how to get rid of pantry moths? Our guide has you covered with top tips on repelling them as well as how to combat that infestation
By Jenny McFarlane Last updated
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How to get rid of flying insects and how to identify them
Here's how to get rid of flying insects in your home including flies, mosquitoes, gnats, moths and wasps – using an homemade trap, handy tips, natural repellents and more.
By Jenny McFarlane Last updated