Do It Yourself Pest: Control

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of aggressive stinging insects like yellowjackets or hornets.

Before buying chemicals, walk around your home. Pests are opportunists; they need a "highway" and a "buffet."

Peppermint, lemongrass, and eucalyptus oils are natural repellents for spiders and ants when mixed with water and sprayed near entries. When to Call the Pros

If they’re already inside, choose the right tool for the job:

Snap traps are still the gold standard. Place them perpendicular to walls (where mice run) and use peanut butter—it’s harder for them to "snatch and run" than cheese. 4. Natural Alternatives

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