09 Sep 2015

Dealing with Palmetto Bugs

Florida is ideal for Palmetto Bugs, as these large cockroaches thrive in warm, damp climates that hold a lot of moisture. What is about these critters’ skittering movements that make our own skin crawl and our spines shiver? For one thing, Palmetto Bugs breed insane amounts a time and it’s troubling to imagine the sheer […]

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04 Sep 2015

Choose Slug-A-Bug To Tackle Those Mice Now!

Mice seem to have created their own pitch and duration of scream in our language– we can all hear it just imagining one scurrying across the floor or countertops. Since their arrival from Asia on the colonizing ships, mice like to live near human dwellings to keep warm in winter and taste a variety of […]

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31 Aug 2015

Keeping Lone Star Ticks In Check

It’s summer! For many, that means time to head to the lake, the campsite, or simply roam as freely as you like through the most beautiful natural setting you can find. Unfortunately, it also means obsessively checking yourself for ticks when you get home. After all, something as tiny as a pinhead could put your […]

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26 Aug 2015

Florida Summer Lawn Care Tips

Even though we separate our indoor life from the outside by constructing houses, our home extends from inside our walls to the lawn; the two interrelate. While lawn care creates beautiful areas, it’s also important for managing insects and critters that we don’t want to encounter whether we’re inside or out. Slug-A-Bug can help with […]

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20 Aug 2015

Wasp Stings Really Hurt!

The sound of a buzzing wasp or the way those black and yellow bodies floats around in the air bothers us for a reason; their stings are painful and annoying at best, and can cause really severe allergic reactions at worst. A normal reaction to a wasp sting will still cause pain, swelling, and redness […]

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14 Aug 2015

Understanding the Difference Between Drywood and Subterranean Termites

With billions of dollars in property damage already done this year and the potential for your home to be next on the hit list, termites are one creature you just never want to face. As often as people worry about termites, though, some still don’t take the necessary measures for treatment! Take a closer look […]

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10 Aug 2015

What You Need to Know About Killer Bees Now

Take a quick scan of the headlines, and you’ll quickly find hundreds of stories of killer bee attacks. Kids, police officers, park rangers, even the average Joe have all had encounters with Africanized Honey Bees, commonly called “killer bees,” and those headlines are terrifying. The thing about these bees, though, is that you should be […]

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05 Aug 2015

Swat Away Those Mosquitoes with These Tips

The night is perfect: the campfire is crackling, the crickets are chirping, and the conversation is buzzing. So why is everyone slapping and scratching themselves all over? It seems that your perfect evening has been interrupted by mosquitoes. But not to worry, here are some tips for getting rid of these uninvited guests. Eliminate Water […]

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29 Jul 2015

Drywood Termites vs. Subterranean Termites: What’s the Difference?

If you discover that your home has a termite problem, your only thought is probably, “Get rid of the termites!” You’re likely not considering what kind of termite it is, but it’s really something that you need to think about. Not only will it affect preventative measures, but it can also ensure that you are […]

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24 Jul 2015

Fleas and Summer: Common Partners

It’s summer, and for those with pets, that can often mean one thing – flea infestation. These pests seem to thrive in the summer more than they do any other season. Here are a few things you should know about fleas and summer. Why Do They Thrive in the Summer? Although fleas can be a […]

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