The No. 1 Sign a Snake's Behind Your Fridge
The No. 1 Sign a Snake's Behind Your Fridge

The No. 1 Sign a Snake's Behind Your Fridge

They could be using your appliance to hide.
A boa constrictor snake crawling around a toilet
A boa constrictor snake crawling around a toilet

7 Ways to Snake-Proof Your Bathroom

Experts say these will keep the reptiles away.
A pile of fire ants climbing onto a human finger
A pile of fire ants climbing onto a human finger

If You Live Here, Watch Out for Fire Ants

They're "stinging people while they sleep."
Snake in Between Rocks
Snake in Between Rocks

The No. 1 Sign There's a Snake in Your Crawl Space

Figure out if you have a guest.
A closeup of a brown recluse spider on a cement floor
A closeup of a brown recluse spider on a cement floor

If You Live Here, Watch Out for These Spiders

The venomous arachnids have a disfiguring bite.
Snake Wrapped Around Wiring
Snake Wrapped Around Wiring

5 Ways to Snake-Proof Your Basement

Keep them out.
A reticulated python sitting on a wooden floor
A reticulated python sitting on a wooden floor

The No. 1 Way to Keep Snakes Out of Your Bedroom

Because no one wants to wake up to a reptile.
A brown rat on a kitchen shelf near jars of peanuts and pasta.
A brown rat on a kitchen shelf near jars of peanuts and pasta.

8 Ways to Keep Rats Out of Your House

Have a rodent-free home this winter.
A black snake climbing a wooden staircase outside.
A black snake climbing a wooden staircase outside.

Check This "Scary Place" for Snakes

You'd never think to look here.
A black venomous snake hangs from the drum of the washing machine in the bathroom.
A black venomous snake hangs from the drum of the washing machine in the bathroom.

The No. 1 Sign a Snake's in Your Laundry Room

Don't let those dirty clothes pile up.
If You See a Snake at Home, Do This, CDC Says
If You See a Snake at Home, Do This, CDC Says

If You See a Snake at Home, Do This, CDC Says

This should be the immediate first step.
A garter snake hiding in the grass
A garter snake hiding in the grass

6 Unexpected Places Snakes Hide in Your Home

Experts say these are some surprising spots.
A bright green snake in a crevice in a house.
A bright green snake in a crevice in a house.

7 Ways to Snake-Proof Your Attic

It's easier for them to get in than you think.
A snake hiding in the grass
A snake hiding in the grass

"Never Reach Into" This Spot Where Snakes Hide

Reptiles love stashing themselves here.
A rat sticking its head out of a drain pipe
A rat sticking its head out of a drain pipe

This U.S. City Has the Biggest Rat Problem

New data shows that it's not New York.
A snake hiding in a hole in someone's basement
A snake hiding in a hole in someone's basement

The Sign a Snake's Behind Your Water Heater

Reptiles can be attracted to the appliance.
A pest control technician spraying a tree with insecticide
A pest control technician spraying a tree with insecticide

The No. 1 Sign of a Tree-Destroying Pest

This is a clue they've invaded your yard.
Snake on Tile
Snake on Tile

The No. 1 Sign There's a Snake in Your Kitchen

When in doubt, use the flour trick.
A close up of a Burmese Python
A close up of a Burmese Python

If You Live Here, Watch Out for Escaped Snakes

Other reptiles could be headed your way, too.
A closeup of a snake sitting on a table
A closeup of a snake sitting on a table

6 Reasons Snakes Come in Your House

Experts say this is why they might slither on in.