Slug-A-Bug has been in business since the 1980’s, quickly gaining recognition as Melbourne’s premier termite and pest control company. Simply put, no other company can match the experience, expertise and quality service provided by Slug-A-Bug. The Slug-A-Bug Guarantee goes even further than a nicely worded sentence on quality pest control — we put our name […]
Read MoreAnts do play a major role in our environment, but they cause nothing but problems in your home. Ant control has been studied for generations, but the last few years has yielded significant advancements. Newer technology will not only get rid of ants currently in your home but also prevent ants from taking up permanent residence […]
Read MoreIt’s almost time for mosquitoes again. When we rush around our daily lives, we often forget to take sensible precautions against these annoying and potentially dangerous pests. Today, that potential danger means exposure to the Zika virus and other diseases. No need to panic but do try to keep precautions in mind that minimize your […]
Read MoreRats are like humans in that they adapt to their environments. Rats in the north don’t view 40-degree weather the same way a rats in Melbourne, Florida do. In the north, it may be just another day, but here in Brevard County it’s cold. Winter is winter, and in Florida, rats hate it just as much as […]
Read MoreThere are many species of ants that are found in Florida, such as red pavement ants, white footed ants, carpenter ants, big-headed ants, Formica ants, ghost ants, Pharaoh ants, and fire ants. Finding any kind of ant infestation inside your home is bad enough but when the infestation involves the tawny crazy ant, the invasion is […]
Read MoreFlorida has four different types of termites throughout the state. The most common, and the most destructive, termite is the Subterranean termite, which needs a moist habitat to thrive. The second type is the Dampwood termite, which needs a constantly moist habitat and, therefore, they prefer wood that is water-saturated. The third is the Drywood […]
Read MoreFlorida is home to three different types of scorpions, luckily none of them have a sting that can kill a human. However, their sting can cause a considerable amount of pain and it can kill or injure your pets. Scorpions in Florida can make their way into your home by going underneath the door, through […]
Read MoreDrain flies, also known as moth flies, can become a major nuisance if they are allowed to get out of control. They tend to live and breed in organic materials that can be found in drains so they are normally found in kitchens and bathrooms. They feed on moist organic materials, like the decaying vegetation […]
Read MoreOne common misconception that people have is the belief that once winter comes we don’t have to be on the lookout for pests anymore. Although many pests do die out or hibernate during the winter, here in Florida that doesn’t really always happen since Florida’s winter is somewhat mild. Instead, a variety pests look for […]
Read MoreWe always think of lawn care and treatments during every season of the year except for winter, but getting your lawn prepared for winter is just as important. The cold weather that winter brings can be just as damaging and stressful to our lawns as the hot and dry weather that summer brings. Read these winter […]
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