Rats are like humans in that they adapt to their environments. Rats in the north don’t view 40-degree weather the same way a rats in Melbourne, Florida do. In the north, it may be just another day, but here in Brevard County it’s cold. Winter is winter, and in Florida, rats hate it just as much as […]
Read MoreRats in Florida are a big problem. And they’re getting bigger…literally. 16 years ago, an exotic animal breeder released Gambian pouched rats into the wild. Like so many non-native animal species here, they flourished. These rats can grow to nearly three feet in length. Not including the tail, their bodies can still grow longer than […]
Read MoreNo one actually wants to deal with a pest control problem like mice. The simple reality though, is that most people do struggle with getting rid of these pests in their house at some point. There are lots of DIY solutions, and while few people simply do nothing, not many reach for the phone immediately […]
Read MoreMaybe it’s the trash cans tipped over at midnight. It could be your dog barking at something outside at 3 a.m. You’ve noticed some tracks, or maybe there are markings on the side of your house. Maybe you even caught it out of the corner of your eye one day, running away into the bushes. […]
Read MoreWhen you hear the word mouse, it either makes you shudder or it makes you think of a cute little creature. If it makes you shudder, it does for good reason. If it makes you think of a cute little creature, then you probably have not ever had mice invite themselves into your home. There […]
Read MoreWhat can ruin your day faster than coming across a big, nasty rat in your home? Very little. These uninvited pests are especially revolting to every homeowner. The rats that bother you as pests aren’t like the cute ones in the pet store. They may be the same species, but a wild rat and a […]
Read MoreIt’s hot outside right now, but the cooler winter temperatures will soon be here and that can mean rodents will be seeking food and shelter, as well. While your first reaction may be to panic at the thought, it is possible to get things under control with the help of the professional services of Slug-A-Bug […]
Read MoreMice 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 […]
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 MoreTrue to their name, roof rats can inspire a cold shudder for a home owner. These pests are damaging to both homes and landscaping and are best dealt with quickly before they set up a permanent home in your attic. But how do you know if you have them? How can you get rid of […]
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