People use the phrase “harmless as a fly” every day, but if the originator of that phrase had seen the first hand repercussions of the Florida Whitefly firsthand, it certainly wouldn’t be as common as it is. Those of you who have witnessed the destructive capabilities of the whitefly understand how costly and dangerous the […]
Read MoreYou don’t want pests in your home, right? Yet every day, thousands of people discover they have a pest control problem on their hands. What can you do to make sure your home isn’t next on the Top Ten Homes For Invasion list for every pest in Florida? Your best first step is to contact […]
Read MoreRoof rats can be found in 48 of the 50 states, and it’s this widespread distribution that scares many people. They’re ridiculously common throughout Florida, and they’re one of the last pests you want to invade your home. While they tend to invade through your roof, they likely won’t stay there for long. They’ll be […]
Read MoreFire ants. They’re one part of Florida life no one wants to deal with, but you do have options. You don’t have to put up with their disgusting mounds or the potential of a sting any longer. These tips can help you get rid of them right now. Make Sure You’re Dealing with Fire Ants: […]
Read MoreFew creatures are quite as aggressive as the paper wasp, and throughout North America, there are 22 different species of these insects, many of them calling Florida home. The last thing you want to deal with in your backyard this summer is an infestation of this problematic creature. What can you do to keep them […]
Read MoreThe warmth of summer is closing in fast, and that can only mean one thing – it’s time to start being concerned about ticks. The more often you’re outside to enjoy the beauty and warmth of a Florida summer, the more likely you are to be plagued by these pests. Given the number of diseases […]
Read MoreActive all year in Florida, pyramid ants are a predatory pest with one redeeming characteristic. These ants have adapted to life with humans remarkably well. Where you see one, thousands are likely living in a mounded nest nearby and they have a nasty habit of sneaking into your house. But they do one thing that […]
Read MoreHave you noticed an expanding island of dead or dying grass in your lush lawn? It could be the first sign of a serious yard pest – the chinch bug. The damage can progress rapidly in sunny places during dry, hot weather. Under these criteria, it’s easy to see how Florida lawns can be in […]
Read MoreIf you lived in the northeast US, where the winter this year was harsh to the point of break records, you might just now be starting to think about carpenter ants and spring pest control. Here in Brevard County, pest control service technicians are always on the lookout for evidence of carpenter ants. With mild […]
Read MoreThis Memorial Day, we at Slug-A-Bug would like to salute our veterans that have given the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the freedoms that we enjoy in this country. We pause to honor those soldiers that have died defending our country’s beliefs and thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your service to […]
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