Mothballs are most effective at deterring clothes moths and their larvae. Beyond clothes moths, mothballs do not repel most pests and animals. To use mothballs safely and effectively, always store ...

Skunks dig up yards and can spray pets and kids if they are not handled properly. Mothballs do not deter skunks and create more problems than they solve. Deterring skunks comes down to removing hiding ...

Mothballs have been the go-to solution for protecting household fabrics for generations. That pungent, chemical odor is a ...

If you’re trying to keep mice away, a well-meaning friend or family member might suggest mothballs as an easy-to-use deterrent. However, this old-school trick should stay in the past. "Mothballs are ...