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I hate bugs but I’m afraid to use an exterminator.
Bugged by Bugs
Answer:
Some people avoid professional help because they are afraid that pest-control methods will leave dangerous chemicals behind. This and other myths are discussed here by the National Pest Management Association.
Myth: All exterminators spray dangerous chemicals. Truth: Most use integrated pest management that involves removing what pests need to live, such as food, water, and shelters. Professionals have gels and baits for precision placement, but spraying is sometimes necessary.
Myth: Maybe they'll just go away.
Truth: Pests pose serious threats to health and property. They can transmit as many as 15 major diseases, according to
Myth: Pesticides are more dangerous than pests. Truth: Professional products are thoroughly tested. Used correctly, they pose little threat to humans and pets.
Myth: Some companies can't fix the problem.
Truth: Most companies offer callbacks and service contracts.
Seed starting success 
* Soaking vegetable or flower seeds in water
(no longer than 24 hours) softens their hard coats,
triggering germination. Plant immediately after
taking them out of water.
* Seeds of many flowers benefit from being
cooled in the refrigerator four to 12 hours before
planting. In a plastic bag, mix with a dampened
mixture of perlite, or vermiculite. Seal the bag.
How To Improve Air Quality Here's how to do it: Begin by cleaning away dust in often-missed places such as ceiling fans, baseboards, and moldings. Then clean the duct work of your heating and air-conditioning system. Though a professional will do a better job, just placing the vacuum cleaner hose into various ducts can draw out a great deal of dust. Use furnace vent filters. Lift up your vents and put the filters in place. The air goes through the filter before it comes out. It traps the dust. For a more serious problem, consider an in-line air-purification system. The unit will pay off in the form of clean air for years to come. 
In Your Home
More often in summer than winter, homes seem to acquire a stagnant odor. You may begin to think, "This place smells like dirt." Fortunately, boosting air quality can be easy and inexpensive.
