In Florida, cockroaches are especially prevalent, thanks to the state’s damp, warm climate. Controlling them before they infest your home is essential. Sealing points of entry There are actually a number of things you can do to keep roaches from entering your home in the first place. Start by sealing any gaps you can find. […]
Read MoreGoing green? It seems like individuals and companies across the globe are trying to stay a bit greener these days, and for good reason. With new research being introduced every single day that revolves around just how much humans are damaging the planet, working a bit harder to protect it seems like the way to […]
Read MoreRats. The word – and the image it evokes – sends chills down the spines of people all over the world. They’re major players in horror movies, nightmares, and, unfortunately, many homes. Roof rats favor trees, woodpiles, debris, and the ceilings and roofs of buildings. If you notice signs of these uninvited visitors, how can […]
Read MoreWhen you have pets, you often have fleas as well. These wingless insects can live on your animals – and in your carpets, furniture, and upholstery – for weeks. If you think being pet-free grants you immunity from fleas, though, sorry! Fleas, like other pests, can find multiple routes into your home. On friends, on […]
Read MoreEven if you’re a nonsmoker, cigarettes can lead to trouble: the cigarette beetle is a common household pest that attacks dried goods. Its name is a result of its affinity for tobacco, but cereal, flour, dried fruit, seasonings (i.e. pepper, paprika, and sage), books, and furniture stuffing will do in a pinch. Which pest control […]
Read MoreFirst, forget the idea that rats live only in buildings that should be demolished. They can, and do, enter into well-kept homes. The roof rat, for instance, can squeeze through openings as small as a nickel. It is easy for them to find an entrance route into houses, most commonly through garages, laundry or utility […]
Read MoreWith pets, come fleas. These irritating wingless insects can live on your animals for weeks. Which means they can live on anything your pet comes into contact with: such as your furniture, upholstery, carpets, and bedding. Being pet-free doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll be flea-free. They can hitch a ride into your home with visitors who […]
Read MoreIn centuries past, Seminole Indians used the cabbage palm tree’s heart as food, its fronds as brooms, and the trunks for water pilings. A truly exceptional plant. Today, though, to preserve these wonderful trees, Florida homeowners and residential lawn care services are better served using them as decorative elements and beautiful additions to landscapes. About […]
Read MoreAs fall and winter approaches the weather gets cooler, and as much as you don’t enjoy it, there are creatures who really don’t – bugs. As fall arrives and winter approaches, they begin looking for warm places to stay in order to survive. You can probably guess which warm places they might pick for the […]
Read MoreEarwigs do, indeed, cause some problems. However, before looking into the problems that they can create, it is important to learn some other facts about earwigs. What do they look like? Earwigs are about 5/8 inches long. They are a dark reddish-brown color and they have light brown legs. They also feature pincers, which are […]
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