If the song “Shoo Fly, Don't Bother Me” is ringing in your ears, you may be dealing with a bothersome fly infestation in your home. There are drain flies (also known as moth, filter, or sewage flies) ...

It's happened to all of us—the bunch of bananas meant to be used in smoothies or enjoyed as a healthy snack is now sitting on the kitchen counter, turning a not-so-appetizing shade of brown. Besides ...

In the battle against household pests, you might be seeing a new opponent these days. Fruit flies are buzzing around kitchens and dining areas with their relentless pursuit of ripe or decaying fruits ...

As soon as fruit ripens, they appear: fruit flies. These tiny insects, also known as vinegar flies or drosophila, multiply rapidly and are difficult to get rid of. However, with a few simple tricks, ...

It's funny — well, not really — how something so tiny can become such a big annoyance. Gnats, flies, no-see-ums, whatever you call them, can easily take over your house, especially if you forget to ...

Got a fruit fly problem? This is a common issue, especially during the summer, says Laurie Stevison, associate professor of biology at Auburn University. She works with fruit flies in her research.

Fruit flies are some of the worst household pests that exist, made worse by the fact that they are seemingly impossible to get rid of. The flies are attracted to fruit, other foods, and garbage, and ...

Teeny tiny bugs flying in your kitchen may just be one of the most annoying parts of summer. Sometimes, there are so many fruit flies that you just don’t know what to do to get rid of the pesky little ...

Fruit flies are attracted to fermenting fruit and vegetables, food particles, and grime in sink drains, and trash cans. A homemade spray with lemongrass essential oil can repel them or kill them if ...

You can enjoy fresh produce and still keep your kitchen pest-free. Here’s how. Emily Saladino is a journalist, editor, and recipe developer in New York. Previously a culinary editor at Food Network ...

DEAR ANNE: My godmother told me about something she bought a long time ago from the Vermont Country Store that you put in the tank of the toilet and it helped keep the perspiration down in humid ...

Ana has 20+ years of experience covering home improvement and business topics for U.S. and international media. She’s been published in U.S. News & World Report, The American Scholar Magazine, ...