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How To Store Firewood To Avoid Termites

Are you wondering about how to store firewood to avoid termites? If you keep your firewood outside, termite infestation is bound to happen unless you take some necessary precautions. So what are these precautionary measures? Understanding what attracts termites, signs of termite infestation, and how to detect them helps store firewood safely without termite encroachment. …

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How to Clean Bird Poop From Your Patio — Leave no trace!

Your patio is where your friends and family usually hang out—it’s the perfect spot for exchanging stories, barbecue parties, or simply sitting back and enjoying nature. If there’s one thing that may ruin the whole experience, it would be the sight of bird poop speckled across your patio floor.  You can clean bird poop off …

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How to Keep Birds From Using Your Patio Furniture Like a Toilet

Having an outdoor space where you can entertain guests, spend time with your family, or simply sit and relax in nature is a luxury. However, having furniture in your yard or patio is not nearly as enjoyable when birds are constantly pooping over your gorgeous pieces and materials. So, how do you keep birds from …

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What to Put On Your Outside Dogs to Keep Gnat Swarms Away

Gnats are one of the scourges of the outdoors. And in actuality, the word “gnat” applies not to one specific flying bug but to a host of buzzing little demons that irritate humans at the picnic table. However, for dogs, gnats are more than just a nuisance. They can be downright dangerous to your furry …

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What Other Creatures Will Bird Feeders Attract?

A bird feeder in your yard or garden can be a great way to observe nature and learn about different bird species. You get the satisfaction of knowing that you’re providing nourishment for dozens — or even hundreds — of creatures. However, bird feeders can also attract some unwanted attention. Bird feeders can attract rodents, …

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Are There Outdoor Lights That Don’t Attract Bugs? [ANSWERED]

Nothing ruins your outdoor space like pesky bugs buzzing around you as you relax in the evening breeze and take in the ambiance of outdoor string lights. You may think the best option may be to purchase and install bug lights or use chemical sprays to ward off these pesky annoyances. However, what if you …

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How to Keep Bugs OUT of Outdoor Light Fixtures (for GOOD)

You aren’t the first person to be annoyed by bugs buzzing around your patio lights, and you definitely won’t be the last. If you’re sick of swatting bugs away as you sit in the glow of your patio light reading a book or sipping on a cold beer, we’ve got the solution to your problem. …

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Will Wind Chimes Keep Birds Away?

Birds have many likes and dislikes. I’d like to answer your questions about birds and wind chimes, whether you want birds around or not. Some people believe wind chimes are a viable bird repellent, while others say just the opposite – that wind chimes can attract birds.  Today, let’s clear this up.  Some birds will exhibit …

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How to Safely Keep Gnats Away From Your Outside Dog

One of the biggest annoyances in summertime is all of the flying insects. Flies, gnats, mosquitos, and wasps can all be annoying to humans, but at least we can swat them away with our hands. Unfortunately, with their paws dogs aren’t so lucky. Sure, their tails can protect them a bit, but that just isn’t …

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