27 Feb 2026
big ants in florida

How to Identify & Prevent Big Ants in Florida Lawns

If you’ve spotted a large ant crawling through your Brevard County lawn and thought, “That thing is huge,” you’re not imagining it. Big ants in Florida are common, as the Sunshine State is home to several large species. While some are just a nuisance, others can damage your lawn, your home’s structure, or deliver a […]

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11 Feb 2026
florida termites prevention and treatment

Why Termites in Florida Are So Common & How to Protect Your Home

Termites in Florida have the perfect conditions to thrive. They stay active year-round in the Sunshine State, causing billions of dollars in property damage annually. Brevard County homes face particularly high termite pressure due to coastal moisture, sandy soil, and consistent temperatures that keep termite colonies active in every season. Understanding why termites target Florida […]

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02 Feb 2026
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Pro Tips for Rodent-Proofing Your Home in Florida

Florida’s unique environment brings a persistent challenge for homeowners. Whether it is in Palm Bay or Melbourne, these pests are always looking for a way into your home. Without proper rodent-proofing, they can settle in and cause structural damage, chew through electrical wiring, and spread disease. At Slug-A-Bug, we believe the best way to handle […]

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02 Feb 2026
grass treatment for fleas

How Does Grass Treatment for Fleas & Other Yard Pests Work?

Grass treatment for fleas plays a critical role in controlling fleas and reducing overall pest pressure around a property. Here’s what to know for your home and lawn. When homeowners deal with fleas, the focus is usually indoors. Pets are treated, carpets are cleaned, and floors are vacuumed repeatedly. For many Florida homes, those steps […]

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08 Jan 2026
florida lawn pests

Common Florida Lawn Pests and Keeping Them Under Control

Florida lawn pests pose challenges that homeowners in other parts of the country rarely experience. Warm temperatures, frequent rainfall, sandy soil, and long growing seasons create ideal conditions for pests that live, feed, and reproduce directly in turf. Many lawn pests remain hidden below the surface. Homeowners often do not notice a problem until the […]

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19 Dec 2025
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How to Spot Termite Droppings and Other Infestation Signs

Termite droppings are one of the earliest signs that termites may be inside a home. Many homeowners in Florida first notice small piles of grainy material near baseboards, windowsills, or garage walls without realizing what they are. Some brush the material away only to find it back again days later. Because termites hide inside walls, […]

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02 Dec 2025
types of florida rodents

Common Types of Rodents in Florida and How They Get Inside

This guide explains the most common types of rodents in Florida, where they hide, how they get inside homes, and the signs that show you may have an active infestation. Rodents are one of the most common pests Florida homeowners deal with, especially in warm coastal regions like the Space Coast. Because of this, many […]

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13 Nov 2025
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Proven Lawn Pest Control Methods for Florida Yards

If you’ve ever spent a weekend patching brown spots in your Florida lawn only to watch them reappear a month later, you’re not alone. Lawn pest control is a year-round issue across the state, quietly feeding on grass roots, blades, and stems while you’re focused on mowing and watering. True lawn health isn’t just about […]

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22 Jul 2022
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Slug-A-Bug can evict animals from your property

Wildlife can be extremely unwelcome when it shows up on your property. Possums, raccoons and rats can all be major problems here in Florida. How can you tell where they are, how often they visit your home or where they’re hiding? Slug-A-Bug performs a multi-point inspection of your entire property for wildlife removal. We look […]

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07 Jul 2022
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Happy anniversary to Steve Lum

By Jackie Lum Slug-A-Bug president Steve Lum has hit an impressive milestone this month: 35 years with Brevard County’s top pest-control company. Steve is nothing short of an American success story. I should know, I married him. He started life very poor, the oldest of four boys in the projects of Harlem. Steve’s father had […]

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