Earwigs are misunderstood in some respects, but in others they are still pests. They can look pretty scary with those pincer-like appendages at their rear. Their name, which can still evoke a sense of the creepy-crawlies even after you know the truth about them, is due to the fact that people used to think these […]
Read MoreNo room in your house for all those legs! There’s just no getting around it – centipedes look creepy. But there’s more to them than just their appearance. A lot of centipedes in your home can mean a real problem that may require the help of a pest exterminator. Centipedes, like spiders, are most […]
Read MoreThe Problems That Termites Create Termites can chew through a lot of wood and can make the structure of any building unsafe if given enough time. They build their colonies where there is dead wood available, which can mean that anyone’s home is at risk for termite infestations. When termites decide to move in, it […]
Read MoreYou’re probably greening nearly every aspect of your life, but have you ever thought about going with greener pest control management methods? Traditional pesticides can be very damaging to the environment, but going with a greener program can help you get rid of the pests without the damage. Dubbed integrated pest management, green pest control is the […]
Read MoreFinding the Culprits One of the biggest problems with termites, damage side of course, is that it is very difficult to ever discover that you have them. Their moniker is the “silent destroyer” because they may live in your home for a very long time before ever being discovered. With no immediate damage visible, […]
Read MoreThe prospect of having tiny pests scattered throughout your home probably isn’t an inviting one, but if you’re like most people, you likely only deal with pest management problems as they come up. Working from a proactive basis to achieve total pest control, though, is a far better, and more cost effective option. What is […]
Read MoreThey are gross and give you the shivers at the mere mention of their name – cockroaches. Unfortunately, cockroaches are one pest that is often found in homes. This is especially true in Florida because cockroaches thrive in warm humid climates. Because of this they are also most often found in & around kitchens and […]
Read MoreDogs are not the only ones who should be concerned about fleas. Infestations occur throughout the home and people often waste money on pet treatments that do not attack the entire problem. Ridding your pet of fleas is only the first step in treating your flea infestation. You must then turn your attention to the […]
Read MoreSneaky Buggers Bed bugs are insects that like to hide and, when they can, make a meal out of the person nearby, typically during the nighttime hours while the person is asleep. However, while they are most commonly associated with beds, they can also live in other places if given the chance. Car upholstery, couches, […]
Read MoreAs we recently posted on our blog that Florida has a new pest threat: the “Killer Bee,” also known as the Africanized honeybee. These bees have earned the nickname “killer bee” because of their extremely aggressive nature. Across the United States, the number of Killer Bee colonies is on the rise. As the infographic shows, […]
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