Q: A friend recommended making a peppermint oil spray for bugs. While I’m trying to stay away from the dangers associated with chemical pesticides, I’m questioning whether an essential oil will really ...

We've discussed how to manage pests like spiders, but weblog Housewife How-to's has a good tip: Spiders don't like peppermint or vinegar. Spray a mixture of peppermint oil and vinegar around your home ...

With the warm, moist environment that comes with living in the tropics, also comes an army of bugs — cockroaches included. So we zap those pesky bugs with anything we can find, usually ...

As we approach the lazy days of summer, many consumers will be looking to work on home projects that they put off during the cold and rainy months. One item at the top of the list should be to get rid ...

People use insect repellents to keep harmful or annoying bugs away. Natural insect repellents do not contain toxic chemicals, and some research indicates they are effective. All pesticides that are ...