Category: Pest Control
Termite Contracts 101
Termite prevention and control contracts are often mistakenly referred to as “termite bonds”. Termite service contracts are actually “trade guarantees” and no different than any other service agreement you might receive from a trade contractor. They are not “bonds” as only a licensed surety company can issue bonds.
Spotlight On The Southern Chinch Bug
The southern chinch bug (Blissus insularis Barbar) is an insect pest of St. Augustine and Zoysia grasses throughout the state of Florida. This insect causes millions of dollars in damage to turfgrasses each year with infestations peaking in July.
Don’t Let Bees and Wasps Take Over Your Home and Yard!
Summertime is here and with summer, we will see an increase in our interactions with stinging pests like wasps, hornets, yellowjackets, and bees.
Choosing a Pest Control Company
There are many pest control companies to choose from. How will you know if you made the right choice?
Treatment for Cycad Aulacaspis Scale
Treatment for Cycad Aulacaspis Scale in Jacksonville, FL is challenging but it can be successful if caught early. This scale is present year-round but the population of the scale increases during warmer months. This scale is also known as cycad scale, Asian scale and sago scale. It is commonly found on both king and queen […]
It’s Spring In Florida So It’s Time For…Sod Webworms!
The sod webworm is actually a large group of insects with over 20 species that infest turfgrass in Florida. Our most prolific species in Florida is the Tropical Sod Webworm. While this webworm prefers St. Augustine grass, it will also feed on centipede, Bahia, Bermuda, and zoysia grasses.
How Does A Consumer Know They Are Hiring The Best Pest Control Company?
Hint: You won’t find them listed in a Google search for “best pest control company near me”.
Formosan Subterranean Termites
Formosan subterranean termites are a very real threat to your home or office. The threat is so significant, most people fail to realize Formosan termites are often excluded in the termite contract they have, or they are assuming with a new home purchase.
Got Rats?
Rattus rattus, a/k/a, citrus rat, fruit rat, black rat, gray rat or roof rat, is the most common rat found in Florida. Many people who move to Florida from up north are more familiar with the Norway rat, but they are rarely found in Florida.