Active 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 […]
Read MoreNot all bees are created equally. There are bees to fear and bees to thank. Honeybees not only produce their delicious namesake treat, they are also largely responsible for the pollination of our crops. This important insect is in decline and needs special care. Other bees can be quite a serious pest control problem. Even […]
Read MoreSpring is termite time once more. In order to ensure your property is free of termite issues, an annual conversation with your Brevard County pest control service is a must. In fact, most mortgage lenders and homeowners’ insurance policies require annual treatment to protect both their investment as well as your home from damage. After […]
Read MoreYou might think that something as small as an aphid couldn’t take down something as beautiful as your magnificent, green shrubs. But this itsy bity bug could be the ruination of even the healthiest of ornamentals. Make sure you take aphids seriously when planning your outdoor pest control strategies or your lawn could suffer. What […]
Read MoreWatering: Proper irrigation coverage is essential to maintaining a healthy lawn. Did you know that water makes up 70-80% of the weight of grass blades? This is why water is so important and more importantly that it’s done right. Things like too much water or not enough can have drastic effects on the appearance and […]
Read MoreEvery gardener looks forward to spring, counting down the days when planting can begin and the flowers and shrubs of each season can be enjoyed. But apart from the mulching and trimming and enjoyment of the garden comes the typical garden pests, as well. One of those pests, the whitefly, is a gardener’s worst enemy. […]
Read MoreNot exactly your best fishing buddy, fishing spiders are a regular sight at the dock, wharf or lake during the summer months. You have probably seen them skating over the water’s surface grabbing insects and disappearing again. Hopefully you haven’t seen them in your buildings near the shore of a stream. Here are a few […]
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