18 Apr 2025
termites damage block home

Can Termites Damage Concrete Block Homes?

YES, but there are preventative measures you can take.    “I have a concrete block home, so I don’t have to worry about termites.”  We hear this a lot.  Many homeowners believe that termites are only a threat to wood-framed houses. While it’s true that termites won’t eat through concrete, block homes still contain wood […]

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08 Sep 2023
Soldier termite on wood

Get regular termite inspections to lower your risks

When it comes to protecting our homes, we think about locking doors and installing security systems. However, there’s a silent threat that can undermine your dwelling: termites. These tiny, wood-eating insects may be small, but their collective power can lead to significant damage. Regular termite inspections are not just an option but a necessity to […]

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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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17 Feb 2023
Rat perched on coffee cup

Make pests unwelcome at your home

To keep your home pest-free, make prevention a priority. It’s more difficult to remove existing pests than to bar their entry in the first place. One important step is to seal up any cracks and crevices in the outside of your home. Spaces around plumbing, utility lines, vents, doors and windows are corridors for all […]

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18 Nov 2022
Pests after Storm

Pests can plague your home in a storm’s aftermath

When the storm such as Hurricane Nicole passes, everyone breathes a sigh of relief. Then come the cleanups and insurance claims. Before long, life goes on as normal. Except there may be one thing the homeowner hasn’t considered: a new pest problem. Rodents can be a particular concern as rats and mice displaced by a […]

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17 Dec 2021

Talking termites: Steve Lum appears in area publication

Editor’s note: The following is an article that appeared in the December edition of Indialantic Neighbors. Termite trouble: Homes in sunny Florida are always on the menu By Steve Lum, President, Slug-A-Bug People are migrating to Florida in historic numbers. Unfortunately, many of them are unprepared for one of the Sunshine State’s drawbacks: the proliferation […]

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18 May 2015

Termite Time Once More

Spring 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 […]

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28 Feb 2012

Termites and Bed Bugs: Striking Fear Into Hearts of Homeowners

While there are a lot of different pests in Brevard County, Florida, there are two specific pests that affect home owners so greatly, many live in fear that they will become a problem in their home.  These two pests are termites and bed bugs — two pests that even termite and pest control companies consider […]

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29 Nov 2010

How to Choose Your Melbourne Termite Control Service

Melbourne, Florida, typically enjoys two seasons:  a hot, hot summer, and a nice mild winter.  But there is another season that you shouldn’t forget about, especially if you own a home:  swarming season.  When the weather starts warming up, termites gear up to become your number one pest.  Termites, perhaps the homeowner’s most dreaded word, […]

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