1641. Careful Handling of Moth Fly
February 26, 2012
Moth flies (Psychoda sp.) are a common small fly generally seen buzzing around drains - thus its common name of drain fly. Though it causes no real damage, its high numbers can cause it to become a nuisance pest in or around the home. dentification
The drain fly can be identified by:
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1642. Eliminate Carpenter Ants Faster and Better
February 26, 2012
Ridding your home of carpenter ants can be simple enough when you just have a few, but if there is a serious infestation it can be a much trickier process.
Step 1: Locating the Carpenter Ants Place the honey or sugar into the bowl to act as a bait, then place the sweet bait close to where y...
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1643. Cockroach Remedy using Household Item
February 25, 2012
f you have a roach problem, there are several household products that you can use to trap and kill these pests. Most of the roach home remedies are non-toxic to humans and pets when used appropriately, however, you will still need to take safety precautions such as wearing plastic gloves and a mask ...
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1644. Control of Cockroach Without Using Poison
February 25, 2012
How to get rid of roaches when they have invaded your house is a very serious concern. This is an ongoing battle that has to be tackled every so often even after getting rid of the roaches to ensure they do not return again.
There are many poisons available in the market to get rid of these...
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1645. Prevent Reinfestation of Cockroach
February 25, 2012
Prevent re-infestation.
A clean house is key to keeping cockroaches away. * Keep the kitchen clean. Clean up crumbs and spills promptly, and generally keep the area clean. Pay special attention to range tops, as cockroaches love grease. * Put food away. Keep food containers sealed, and don'...
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1646. Finding and Killing Cockroach Eggs
February 25, 2012
Cockroaches are one of the oldest living insect pests on this planet, and cockroach eggs are even believed to be immune to radiation poisoning. No wonder that a sure-shot eradication method does not exist for these insects! Try a few of these methods for locating and eliminating cockroach eggs in or...
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1647. Do Cockroach Worsen Asthma Attack?
February 25, 2012
Cockroaches are not just threats to food and sanitation (and human peace of mind). In 2006, actress Michelle Rodriguez of the television show "Lost" had to take steroid medication while filming on set in Hawaii. Long allergic to cockroach "pollen" (residues), the tropical environment made roaches an...
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1648. Bacteria Carried by Cockroaches
February 24, 2012
According to the National Pest Management Control Association:
"Cockroaches have been reported to spread at least 33 kinds of bacteria, six kinds of parasitic worms, and at least seven other kinds of human pathogens. They can pick up germs on the spines of their legs and bodies as they crawl...
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1649. Things You Must Understand About Cockroach as Pest
February 24, 2012
There is nothing in the world more hated, and perhaps feared, than that bane of mankind—a cockroach infestation. Long the annoyance and fourth class unwanted resident of major urban cities, the cockroach resists even when resistance is futile. Cockroaches carry germs and disease, as if they weren’t ...
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1650. Dangers of Flash Flood
February 24, 2012
Flash floods are impressive natural disasters that occur when an area receives a significant amount of rainfall in a short amount of time. Low-lying areas are especially vulnerable as water builds and rivers, creeks and other water systems overflow. Ice blocks may dislodge or dams or levees may brea...
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Author: Theresa Flores
