Battling fleas is no mere skirmish. These tiny pests hide in everything, even your hardwood floors. Here's how to safely rid your floorboards of them.

While it does kill these insects on contact, so does soap and water. Alcohol can be toxic to your pets and a fire hazard in your home. Read on to find out about other safer choices to fight fleas.

Tips for keeping fleas and ticks out of your home, if you have dogs and cats. Skip to main content . ... Change vacuum bags frequently, or place a flea collar in the bag to kill emerging fleas.

Herbal spray. Avoid using harsh chemicals, and instead opt for this herbal spray to rid your home of fleas. Mix one gallon of vinegar, a half-gallon of water, 16 ounces of lemon juice and 8 ounces ...