Get answers from experts who've solved 100,000+ pest problems across Northern Virginia and Maryland. Straight talk about what works, what doesn't, and how to protect your home — backed by our research team's findings.
What a brown recluse bite looks like hour by hour and week by week, the red, white and blue sign, common look-alikes like MRSA, and when to see a doctor.
Do dryer sheets repel mice? No. There is no rodent research behind it, the scent fades in days, and mice can shred the sheets for nests. Here is what works.
Does peppermint oil repel spiders? Some species, yes. A study found it worked on 2 of 3 spiders tested. See which ones, how long it lasts and what works better.
Does an ultrasonic pest repeller work? Not reliably. Studies show mice and rats get used to the sound, and roaches, ants and mosquitoes ignore it. Here's why.
Are mice in walls dangerous? Yes. They chew wiring, ruin insulation, spread germs and allergens, and leave odors. Here are the 5 real risks and what to do next.
Does peppermint oil repel roaches? In lab tests, yes. But it won't reach roaches in your walls or stop eggs from hatching. See what works on German roaches.
40 states plus DC have reported hantavirus. See the state-by-state CDC case counts, the 10 states with zero cases, and what it means for Virginia and Maryland.
Brown recluse vs house spider: compare eyes, legs, webs, and size side by side with photos, and learn which one is really in your Virginia or Maryland home.
Does peppermint oil repel ants? Yes, for a short time where you apply it. Lab studies show it deters ants, but it won't reach the colony. See how to use it.
Rat poop is dark, capsule shaped and 1/2 to 3/4 inch long, about the size of a raisin. See photos, rat vs. mouse poop, fresh vs. old, and how to clean it up.
