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Person sprays perimeter spray in the groundcover around a home.

May 26, 2025 | 07:00 AM

Ticks and Other Insects Are Persistent Critters. This Technique Helps

A well-timed perimeter spray can help keep bugs like ticks, ants, and spiders from creeping into your home.

By: Emily Fazio

A mosquito lands on an arm.

April 12, 2025 | 07:00 AM

Mosquito Season 2025: What You Can Expect This Year

Get your insect repellent ready. The experts are telling us that there could be more mosquito activity and other bugs... and a longer season. Is there anything we can do to get ahead of it?

By: Emily Fazio

Person removes a small tick from their skin with the needle nose tweezers.

May 30, 2024 | 02:12 PM

The Best Way to Remove a Tick? Use This Two-Sided Tool

Use a fine-tipped tweezer or slotted scoop on this tool specially designed to remove tiny (or engorged!) ticks.

By: Emily Fazio

Tick crawling on a hand.

February 28, 2024 | 07:00 AM

Can You Get Rid of Ticks Over the Winter?

Well, this is concerning.

By: Emily Fazio

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