Casey Clark is a contributing writer at USA TODAY Homefront. She specializes in home, beauty and mental health content and has written for publications including The Spruce, Better Homes & Gardens and The Wall Street Journal. She’s covered home content ranging from air conditioners to farmhouse tables. When Casey’s not working, you can find her out to brunch with her girlfriends. She’s based in New York City.
Termites are small but mighty and can cause costly damage to buildings and infrastructure. Often, homeowners insurance does not cover termite damage, according to Joe Malinowski, vice president of pest management at Pest Authority. Luckily, several treatment options can remove termites from your home. But how long will these treatments last? Typically, termite treatments last…
Stink bugs get their name from the unpleasant odor they produce when they feel threatened. Generally, they emit this smell to deter predators from eating them while they’re outside. However, they can enter your home and unleash this same scent. So, it helps to know how to get rid of stink bugs. “You don’t want…
Whether you live in a big city or a small rural area, you’ve likely heard or possibly even smelled mice at some point. You may have seen one or two scurrying across your home. And unless you’re a pest control expert, getting rid of mice in your walls can be tricky. “Since mice can carry…
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