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Various strong and distinctive scents can discourage chipmunks and squirrels from gardens, yards, and other outdoor spaces.

With no landlord or manager to call, new homeowners may find themselves dealing with pests for the first time. Here’s how to handle them. Mice can squeeze through any opening bigger than around a ...

Nobody likes the thought of a mouse infestation in their home. And since the cold spell marks the start of ‘peak rodent season’, you’ll probably want to know how to safeguard your house, and what you ...

Mothballs emit a strong, unpleasant odor, but they are ineffective in deterring mice. Despite this myth's persistence, mothballs fail to keep mice out of homes. Understanding why mothballs don't work ...

PRIOR LAKE, Minn. — An unwelcome guest is seeking shelter as temperatures begin to drop. Mice are on the move. "I've been doing this for 20 years and I've never seen anything like it," said Beau Geer, ...

USA TODAY reviewed Orkin pest control services, costs, and effectiveness to help you decide if it's the right choice for your home.