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As heat waves scorch the U.S., watch for these 4 signs your AC is about to fail
47+ min ago (698+ words) With a heat dome broiling the Western U.S. and record-breaking heat waves across the U.S., I asked a home inspector and HVAC expert about how to gauge the condition of a central air unit. That way, if you notice any signs your…...
'Giant rats' keep New York families out of their yards as county officials investigate - NewsBreak
16+ hour, 23+ min ago (507+ words) Residents in one Long Island neighborhood say a "giant rat" infestation is dominating their yards day and night. The situation has become serious enough that some families are no longer letting their children play in the yard, CBS News New…...
Why you shouldn't squish these red and black bugs invading Ontario homes right now
10+ hour, 31+ min ago (500+ words) True bugs, including European firebugs and box elder bugs, are easily drowned using high-pressure water from a hose. With fall approaching, Ontario homeowners may be bracing for an invasion of insects seeking warm places to hide, like box elder bugs,…...
Can guinea fowl help control ticks in Renfrew County? Local council reviews backyard fowl regulations and options
10+ hour, 16+ min ago (639+ words) Nova Scotian guinea fowl breeders report decreased tick population in their own flocks. Like chickens, guinea fowl would be confined to their enclosure if McNab/Braeside council decides to enact their revised backyard chicken bylaw after talks on Aug. 4. Guinea…...
East Providence neighborhood plagued by influx of rats
17+ hour, 50+ min ago (32+ words) Yahoo An East Providence neighborhood is dealing with a sudden influx of rats, and the city is still trying to determine the root cause....
Pest inspector finds 'mother lode' of termites under home, warns nearby properties may be at risk
14+ hour, 12+ min ago (517+ words) "Termites work silently, which is why infestations can become significant before homeowners even realise they're there." A Sydney pest inspector says a startling discovery beneath one home should serve as a warning to homeowners everywhere: termites can cause enormous damage…...
Georgia air conditioning technicians share advice on how to keep your systems running smoothly
22+ hour, 21+ min ago (431+ words) August 18, 2026 / 6:10 PM EDT / CBS Atlanta During the dog days of summer, functioning air conditioning is vital. CBS News Atlanta accompanied Climate Heroes Air Conditioning on a call to learn about air conditioning repairs, how to prevent your air conditioning from…...
September Is Stink Bug Season: The Most Likely Places They're Hiding
23+ hour, 31+ min ago (530+ words) Stink bugs in the fall look to find shelter for the winter. They get inside your home through any cracks they find, and take up residence everywhere they can. September Is Stink Bug Season: The Most Likely Places They're Hiding…...
Washington, D.C. has been named the buggiest city in America
23+ hour, 46+ min ago (443+ words) Washington, D.C. has crawled to the top of Thumbtack’s latest ranking of the buggiest cities in the U.S., making the nation’s capital No. 1 for unwanted pests. Washington, D.C. has picked up a rather unpleasant new title: America’s buggiest city. The…...
How To Recognize and Treat Mole Crickets in Your Lawn
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (363+ words) Why Are Mole Crickets So Destructive? Another reason mole crickets are so destructive is their size. They are large insects and therefore have a large appetite. Their size also contributes to the destruction of the grass from their burrowing activity....