18 Oct 2024
A gloved hand shines a flashlight in an attick

Why regular pest inspections are so important

Some people don’t think about pest control until there’s an obvious problem, such as an infestation of rodents, cockroaches or termites. But regular pest inspections are essential for protecting your home and ensuring the health and safety of your family.  Here are three key reasons every homeowner should schedule routine pest inspections: They reveal infestations […]

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20 Jun 2024
Earwig on a twig

Earwigs are pesky and unwelcome when they get indoors

Earwigs are small, brown insects with conspicuous pincers at the rear of their bodies. Despite their menacing appearance, they are generally harmless to humans but can be an annoyance when they enter homes in large numbers. Earwigs are garden pests in some regions Earwigs feed on decaying organic matter, plants and even other insects. In […]

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08 Mar 2024
A dead cockroach under a magnifying glass

Fast-multiplying cockroaches can overrun your home in a hurry

If you see one, you can be certain there are many more – and a whole lot more on the way. Cockroaches are notorious for their prolific breeding habits, and will swiftly overrun a home if left unchecked. These resilient pests reproduce rapidly, with some species capable of laying a teeming multitude of eggs during […]

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25 Aug 2023
Centipede

Centipedes make themselves at home in Florida houses

Florida often plays host to some rather unwelcome visitors in its residents’ homes. One such intruder that can send shivers down your spine is the centipede. While these many-legged creatures may serve important roles in the ecosystem, having them inside your home can be unsettling. Centipedes are arthropods belonging to the class Chilopoda. With their […]

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18 Aug 2023

Green Gables at Historic Riverview Village: preserving beauty in Brevard

Note: We love our Space Coast community. Brevard County has so much to offer: It’s truly a wonderful place to live, work and have fun. As part of our “Bug Hugs” community outreach initiative, we’d like to feature some of the interesting places, experiences, entertainment and recreational opportunities in our area. Nestled in the heart […]

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10 Mar 2023
Roaches on toothbrush

Pest management is a necessary strategy for your well-being

Pests are more than just a nuisance: They can do serious damage to both your home and your health. You want to maintain a healthy and safe environment for yourself and your loved ones, so don’t wait for pests to become a problem. Regular pest control is essential. For your health Disease is most serious […]

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03 Mar 2023
carpenter ants

Carpenter ants: home invaders that trash your timber

Carpenter ants are unwelcome guests that can cause significant damage to residential and commercial properties. They are among the most common insect pests in the United States. Their presence can be a source of distress to homeowners who catch a glimpse of them walking up walls or across the floor.  Causing wood damage These pests […]

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15 Dec 2022
Lantern Flies on tree

An invasive pest is threatening our fruit trees 

The spotted lanternfly is pretty to look at, but don’t be deceived by the charming appearance. These destructive insects have invaded the U.S. from China and pose a threat to our trees, especially fruit-bearing ones. They’ve been moving through New Jersey, Pennsylvania and other northern states, but people are concerned the pests could be headed […]

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07 Oct 2022
Pill bug

The humble pill bug is no cause for concern

We all see them in the yard all the time. They go by various names: pill bug, roly poly, potato bug. But are these 14-legged creatures really a problem? Are they pests, friends or just neutral visitors? Terrestrial crustaceans The pill bug’s scientific name is Armadillidium vulgare (Latreille). It’s a crustacean, one of only a […]

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26 Aug 2022
Bed bug

Bed bugs lay low and cause big trouble

Uncovering an infestation in the home is enough to make anyone’s skin crawl, but nothing quite compares to the living nightmare of a bed bug invasion. That’s right, the parasitic bug that makes a home where you lay your head at night. As unnerving as it may be to even think of them, it is […]

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