the action of getting rid of tiny animals that usually have several legs; some insects have wings and some are capable of flight; several kinds of insects can spread infections and diseases and affect crops and animals
In Florida, wasps are everywhere. They are an insect that will basically set up shop anywhere they can. They try to select under-hangs or shaded areas. They will usually pick areas where there is not a lot of human traffic. After Hurricane Dorian left town, I was unlatching my hurricane shutters. I have the type […]
We are in the pest control business and have been for forty years. We know pests. We also know our customers. Over the years we have conversed with thousands of people who have attempted to solve their own pest problem but failed. They then, smartly, contacted a professional. Here are some of the problems associated […]
Here in Florida, many people have outdoor pools, decks and recreation areas. The decks are made with wood which attracts pests that feed on it. We have written this article to help the deck owner keep their deck in top shape for as long as possible. Wood Starting from the beginning, the new deck owner […]
The mosquito is a very common pest throughout the world. If you go almost anywhere on this planet, you will run into this pest. Most people know some information about mosquitoes. In this article we will point out four facts about the mosquito which are not commonly known. Mosquitoes do not like wind. The mosquito […]
The CDC states that lemon eucalyptus oil is “comparable to DEET in effectiveness”. After all, no one wants to spray chemicals on their body. But, when you have mosquitoes dive-bombing you every three seconds, you do what you have to do. But, if this natural repellent can work just as well, it is a no-brainer. There can […]
If you live in Central Florida you were definitely affected by “love bugs” this past week. This little black bug (and their attached mate) swarm the area this time every year for about a week and cover everything with their presence. I noticed that this year was especially bad for my house as they seemed […]
Florida is home to many beautiful species of birds. There are hundreds of different types of birds found in Florida. Many of them can be found around your yard. Bird lovers like to put bird feeders and bird baths in their yard to help the animal and to enjoy the company of it at the […]
In this article we are going to go over some simple steps you can take to prevent spiders from coming into your house. Your home may never be “spider-proof” but it can be spider resistant. In the United States there are over 3400 species of spider. As you know, insects are everywhere, especially where humans […]
It may have started with you noticing a few bees in your yard or around the house. Then more and more bees start appearing and you may have even been stung by one while doing yard work. There is probably a bee hive near by. Here are the steps we recommend: Give the bees plenty […]
When you hear the word termite, you probably instantly think of damage to a housing structure, and for good reason. Termite damage costs American homeowners $5B each year. That is a B for billion. The average repair cost for a termite infested home is $3300, nothing to sneeze at. 600,000 homes are affected by termites […]