Not only do American cockroaches reproduce quickly, but they also live longer than most, with an average lifespan of two ...

Who knew cucumbers were for more than just salad? Word has it you can send pests packing with cucumbers and a few pantry ...

While some pests — think termites and bedbugs — require a professional exterminator, you can tackle many others on your own. Here are DIY solutions for common household creepy-crawlies. Ants: ...

A new study reveals how woodpeckers combine breathing and whole-body coordination to drill into trees with extraordinary ...

A leaking caulk joint in a shower can cause wood rot. Leaks around a toilet commonly cause rot in wood subfloors and joists below. Roof leaks and dryer or bath-fan exhaust in attics can rot out roof ...