But when they attack our houses, its a different story. They have a hidden life and can do significant damage before theyre ever discovered. This is when most people notice them, says Benson. Credit:Getty Images Swarmers can appear anytime from late winter to fall, depending on the species and where you live. Heres how to identify termites and how to get rid of a termite infestation. Eric Benson, Ph.D., is a professor emeritus and extension entomologist atClemson University....

Master the art of weed control without harming your lawn. Getty Images Spring weather welcomes a flush of blooming bulbs, tender green leaves, andflowering shrubsto the garden. It also brings an explosion ofweeds. Credit:Getty Images Stay on top of lawn weeds this season by getting to know turf invaders and when to control them. Maintaining a healthy lawn is the first step to combating weeds, but sometimes additional control strategies are needed....

Heres how to tackle winter weeds in your lawn. Getty Images You might think youre off duty when it comes to lawn care until balmy weather arrives. But not so fast! Credit:Getty Images Thats because the sooner you treat them, the more successful you will be at managing them. Weeds will get bigger and more difficult to control by late winter. Ideally, you want to find them before they take off, says Waltz....

Heres how to keep these wasps away from your family. They can become a big problem if their nests are situated near your living areas. How can you tell what kind of wasp youre dealing with? Credit:Getty Images /robeo And how do you get rid of them? Getty Images /robeo What Are Yellow Jackets? Manytypes of waspsare solitary. But that can change in an instant if you accidentally annoy them....

Some time in the fridge makes for the perfect cake. There are myriad reasons to bake a cake. Baking a cake can be soothing and comforting. Credit: Dotdash Meredith It can be fun and uplifting (and then you get to eat the delicious results). It can even be an act of service for a sick or grieving friend or family member. Because the sooner you frost the cake, the sooner you could eat it, right?...

Learn how to remove stains from your carpet with these step-by-step instructions. Rubbing can push the stain deeper into the carpet fibers, making it much harder to remove. Knowing your carpet jot down is key to choosing the right cleaning method. Credit:Getty Images Let it sit for a few minutes, then blot with a white cloth. However, if there is any discoloration, Stein suggests switching to a gentler solution. Always follow manufacturer instructions on the bottle and carpet, as well, she warns....

Just say no to scented candles. Getty Images There are few odors that can infiltrate a space quite so quickly as burnt food. Hint: It wont be those scented candles. Credit:Getty Images Here we uncover the best ways to get the burnt smell out of your housefastandneutralize any lingering odors. Take your pot or pan outside, if possible, until its cool enough to properly discard. Youll want to first turn off your oven and allow it to cool slightly....

brizmaker / Getty Images The weather’s warm and we all can’t wait to take a dip. When Should You Open Your Pool? This could be early to late spring, depending on where you live in the South. Credit:brizmaker / Getty Images It’s also good to wait until after filter-clogging events like peak pollen season. What Materials Do You Need? Give it a good sweep or brush to remove the majority of dirt and debris....

Without further ado, here are our five tricks for super-tender baby back ribs. Tenderize The Ribs Start by removing the very thin membrane from the back of the ribs. Season The Ribs Seasonings not only add flavorthey also tenderize the ribs. Credit:Jen Causey; Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen; Food Stylist: Margret Monroe Dickey Wrap the meat with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for 8 hours. Stack And Grill The Ribs Let the ribs come to room temperature....

We share the secrets for juicy, perfectly seasoned grilled chicken every time. Not to worry, though. With our tips and tricks, youre guaranteed delicious flame-licked chicken breasts that are reliably juicy and tender. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox Learn how to grill chicken breasts so they’re perfect each and every time you light the cooker. No need to soak any longer; that could make the chicken too salty. Prefer a less salty soak?...

The stonecrops (Hylotelephium herbstfreude)like ‘Autumn Joy’ originated from China and Korea. It stores water inside thick, light green leaves during the growing season. This plant isdrought-tolerantand seldom needs watering. It also has few pests other than occasional deer, solved by applying deer repellent. Plant ‘Autumn Joy’ after the last spring frost, before temperatures get hot. Flattened clusters of tiny, light pink flowers appear in late summer. Stonecrop attracts bees as well....

The attractive flowers are available in single or double forms with glossy, dark green foliage. you could also plant in fall before the first frost. Enjoy blooms from spring through fall with this compactrose plant. Credit:Van Chaplin Knock Out roses may start small and compact, but they will only stay that way for a while. These plants continue to grow bigger and bigger every year. you might cut it down to a foot tall if you want....

Small but mighty, this dwarf hydrangea with lime-colored flowers blooms from summer to fall. compact size of only 3 to 5 feet tall and wide, ‘Little Lime’ hydrangea is a stunner. When its large, conical flower clusters first emerge in mid-summer, they are lime green. As the season progresses, they turn a soft white and finally rosy pink. In areas with cool fall nights, the flower color may deepen even to burgundy....