Safer ways to keep mice out—without the toxicity.

If you plan to use mothballs to repel mice from your yard or garden, think twice. You may be breaking the law and putting ...

Q: I have a problem with mice, and I’ve been using mothballs to get rid of them. I may have used too much, because I have symptoms like headaches, nausea and eye irritation. How can I detox from ...

You might search for the quickest fix possible after discovering a mouse in your home, but many common DIY solutions may only postpone or prolong your problem.

The Clemson University Department of Pesticide Regulation is urging homeowners to stop the outdoor use of mothballs to deter snake intrusion, after several complaints have been made to the agency from ...

Mothballs are most effective at deterring clothes moths and their larvae. Beyond clothes moths, mothballs do not repel most pests and animals. To use mothballs safely and effectively, always store ...

People use mothballs in many ways, but they're not always safe. To protect you and your household's health, try these ...

Q. You wrote recently about the dangers of using mothballs to repel mice. I have a safer suggestion. Mice despise the scent of peppermint oil! Place a few drops on a cotton ball and put it where mice ...

Q. You wrote recently about the dangers of using mothballs to repel mice. I have a safer suggestion. Mice despise the scent of peppermint oil!