Lovebugs are black flies with a bright orange spot near their heads. They’re referred to as lovebugs because they’re often seen flying in mating pairs. After periods of the year that experience heavy rainfall, they come out in droves. They’re relatively new to Florida, migrating northward in recent decades and becoming more and more of […]
Read MoreAt Slug-A-Bug, one of the single most important pest control services we provide is a termite inspection. Wondering why? Every year, termites do billions of dollars in damage to homes across the United States, and in a warm environment like Melbourne, we’re certainly not exempt from much of that damage. Termites would love nothing more […]
Read MoreCockroaches – They’re disgusting little creatures, yet in a place like Florida, they’re nothing short of commonplace. You may have heard of palmetto bugs, too, though. Exactly what are Palmetto bugs, and what do they have to do with cockroaches? It can be a bit confusing. Palmetto Bug – Many Names, Many Creatures Palmetto Bug […]
Read MoreYour yard is beginning to look absolutely gorgeous this season. The daisy bush offers a spot of color while your leather fern is really beginning to develop and become a serious conversation piece. Then, just as suddenly as things began to look amazing, the worst happens. Your plants weaken, the leaves yellow, and they get […]
Read MoreThe painful burning sting is bad enough, but the visible mounds all over your gorgeous lawn are nothing short of torture. Fire ants in your yard? You’re not alone. They appear across the Southern United States, and fire ants in Florida have almost become a cliché pest with which almost every homeowner must deal at […]
Read MoreWasps can ruin your best afternoon on the patio in a hurry. Whether they’ve managed to form a nest or you’re just afraid one will fly up and sting you, they’re a serious nuisance when you’re trying to make the most of your outdoor living space. How can you keep wasps away? These tips can […]
Read MoreThe painful burning sting is bad enough, but the visible mounds all over your gorgeous lawn are nothing short of torture. Fire ants in your yard? You’re not alone. They appear across the Southern United States, and fire ants in Florida have almost become a cliché pest with which almost every homeowner must deal at […]
Read MoreSugar and sweets. It probably sounds like a recipe for breaking your diet, but it’s a recipe for another problem too – sugar ants. A few spilled grains of sugar after your morning coffee. An unsealed box of brownies on the counter. Leave items like these out for too long, and you’ll be dealing with […]
Read MoreYou can find the American dog tick almost anywhere in the United States, and as with any tick these days, they’re very dangerous. Known to carry conditions like Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever and Tularemia, understanding how to keep them out of your yard and off of you is an absolute must. It’s a Timing Issue […]
Read MoreThey can strike when you least expect them. You’re enjoying the Florida sun on your patio, maybe grilling something delicious for dinner, then suddenly you feel it. A bite. You may not have even seen the insect, but it certainly saw you. In fact, you may be covered in bites before you ever see a […]
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