Life in paradise has some snags. Mice and flies included. [More] Pest Control
Pest Control
Bugs
Bugs and other critters just love boats!
Avoid infestations and bites with these tips.
Trash Management to Avoid Bugs
How do you manage your trash to avoid a major cockroach or ant infestation? [More] Trash Management to Avoid Bugs
No Natz
No-see-ums, gnats and other biting bites making the reality not quite live up to the dream? I recently found an effective spray that’s mild on skin and not harmful to pets who may lick. [More] No Natz
Ant Infestation
This past summer, we had an ant infestation on our boat. Normal sprays and traps didn’t make a dent in them. How we finally got rid of them for good. [More] Ant Infestation
Don’t Let Bugs in the Thru-Hulls
Keep bugs out of your boat with this easy, low-cost way to prevent ants, mud daubers, spiders, and cockroaches from entering thru-hulls when in a boatyard. [More] Don’t Let Bugs in the Thru-Hulls
Getting Tough on Ants & Roaches
One simple thing is keeping our boat pest-free despite being in southern Florida. [More] Getting Tough on Ants & Roaches
Dish Scraping 2.0
If you use a Ziploc bag to store your food scraps and scrape plates into, this little device is like having someone to hold the bag open for you! [More] Dish Scraping 2.0
How to Get Rid of Spiders
How to get rid of spiders on a boat with no toxic chemicals and no need to be off the boat. Easy DIY solution that’s also safe for kids and pets. [More] How to Get Rid of Spiders
No-See-Um Screening
Bothered by no-see-ums? No-see-um screens will help (although they’ll cut down on ventilation). Here’s where to get the material. [More] No-See-Um Screening
A Buffet for Bugs
Make sure that bugs don’t see your galley as an all-you-can-eat buffet! [More] A Buffet for Bugs
