Florida faces a new threat, the Africanized honeybee. The number of colonies throughout the United States has risen to around three million colonies. The migration patterns are shifting north at the rate of 100-300 miles per year and soon the entire state of Florida will be saturated in Africanized honeybees. This is a problem that […]
Read MoreIn the Florida summer, warm temperatures turn Brevard County into a breeding ground for outdoor pests. The lush vegetation from the humid, hot climate is the perfect home for many insects that ultimately can cause serious damage to your yard and property. What types of outdoor pests are there? Florida is home to many outdoor […]
Read MoreBed bugs are an epidemic in the United States and no home is safe. Every newspaper or magazine you pick up seems to feature an article that informs the public about bed bugs. To protect you and your family, you must be aware of the warning signs of bed bugs and call a pest control […]
Read MoreThere are so many household pests to contend with, and they can attack your home in a vast array of ways. Though this blog cannot cover all of them, you can read on to discover how to look for and treat most of them. Termites. These may well be the most dreaded pests in all […]
Read MoreYou may not know this, but there are nearly 34,000 different species of spiders around the world. Luckily Florida is not home to all of those species, however Florida is home to numerous kinds of both poisonous & non-poisonous types of spiders such as the Jumping Spider, Shiny Orb Spider, Wolf Spider, Crab Spider and […]
Read MoreDon’t be that person. Every neighborhood has one – in spring and fall, when the weather is mild, that person’s lawn is immaculate: trimmed hedges, carefully mown grass, artful landscaping. But in summer, that person’s lawn turns into a wasteland. The weeds set up shop in the garden, drought gets the best of the grass, […]
Read MoreWhat has four legs, a bare tail, and carries deadly viruses? The seemingly innocuous mouse. Once mice get into your home, they can be very difficult to eradicate. Learn how to prevent infestations, as well as how to combat them if you discover a mouse in your home. Prevention: Mice look for food and shelter. […]
Read MoreWe have hybrid cars. We have electric lawnmowers. We have solar power, Energy-star certified appliances, and countless other means of sustainably going about our lives. Why not extend environmental responsibility to your indoor and outdoor pest control? Historically, pesticides have been initially accepted enthusiastically. In the heyday of DDT, a cheerful poster featuring a girl […]
Read MoreThe University of Florida, working with Florida structural pest control employees, found that each of the three most common Florida ants species of pest ant caused 14% of submitted pest complaints. From spreading disease to destroying crops, the sighting of any of these three species is a harbinger of potential disaster. Ghost Ant (Tapinoma melanocephalum) […]
Read MoreLawns may look soft and green, but they have to be tough to withstand changes in weather and temperature. Melbourne is no exception – even within hours, temperatures can change dramatically, as can precipitation and humidity. With a little help, your Brevard County lawn will be up to the challenge in no time. Proper nourishment […]
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