Methods
Natural pest control methods — what they are and what sources say about them.
Vinegar for Pest Control: Uses and Limitations
What vinegar does and doesn't do for pest control — trail disruption, cleaning, traps, and the myths around vinegar as an insecticide.
Essential Oils for Pest Control: What Research Says
A look at essential oils used for pest control — peppermint, eucalyptus, lavender, tea tree, and more. Which pests, what evidence exists, and practical limitations.
Diatomaceous Earth: How It Works for Pest Control
How diatomaceous earth works against insects, which pests it affects, food-grade vs pool-grade differences, application methods, and safety considerations.
Ultrasonic Pest Repellers: What Research Says
The evidence on ultrasonic pest repellers — FTC enforcement actions, university research results, and why these devices consistently fail to demonstrate effectiveness.
Physical Barriers: Screens, Caulking, and Nets
How physical barriers prevent pest entry — window screens, caulking, door sweeps, row covers, and other exclusion methods for homes and gardens.
Companion Planting for Pest Prevention
Which plants repel which pests, what the research says about companion planting for pest control, and practical approaches for home gardens.