The Most Common (and Destructive) Spring Pests in Florida The high humidity and year-round warm temperatures mean household pests are a never-ending nuisance in Florida. Still, as seasons change, the types of pests that present the biggest issues for homeowners change with them. Spring brings about new life and often it’s the season in which many household pests reproduce. The following outlines some of the most prevalent and most destructive pests to look out for this spring. TERMITES – SPRING IS SWARM SEASON IN FLORIDA Termite swarms begin to appear each year in early spring. Certain ..read more

The Different Options for Treating a Termite Infestation The holiday season is in full swing, and with that comes an increased risk of developing a pest issue in your home. Why this higher risk during these couple of months? The holidays mean more foot traffic, outside guests, and celebrations generally filled with food and drinks along with the festive atmosphere. All of this contributes to the increased risks of pest issues. Many of the preventative measures one can take during the holidays are the same as any other time of year – things like general tidiness, proper food storage, and regul ..read more

3 Tips for Preventing Rodent Infestations in your Home No homeowner wants unwelcome rodents living inside as they bring with them several health concerns for humans and pets residing there. Because both rats and mice can reproduce quickly, seeing just one of these pests likely means there is a bigger problem in the works. Prevention is always the approach of choice when it comes to rodents and other household pests. But, how does a homeowner protect themselves and their homes from rodents? Potential Dangers of Rodents in the Home Both rats and mice often carry diseases, parasites, and viruses ..read more

How to Reduce the Number of Ways Household Pests Enter your Home Household pests are a common struggle for home and business owners in Florida, particularly because of the humid climate and mild winters. While common pests, including ants, cockroaches, and even rodents, vary greatly in risk for harm or damage they cause – most building owners agree keeping as many of these pests from entering the structure as possible is smart. There are many ways pests enter a home. In preventing them from inhabiting that home – the first step is removing any easy access points.   Strengthen the Ho ..read more

5 Tips to Keep your Home Pest-Free this Holiday Season The holiday season is in full swing, and with that comes an increased risk of developing a pest issue in your home. Why this higher risk during these couple of months? The holidays mean more foot traffic, outside guests, and celebrations generally filled with food and drinks along with the festive atmosphere. All of this contributes to the increased risks of pest issues. Many of the preventative measures one can take during the holidays are the same as any other time of year – things like general tidiness, proper food storage, and regular ..read more

The Importance of a WDO Inspection when Buying a Home Despite the slowing of the housing market over the past year, there are still many looking to purchase their first or next home in 2023. Buying a home is a complicated and lengthy process, designed as such to offer protection to both buyers and sellers in a transaction. By closing day, most buyers are equally as exhausted as they are excited about finally sealing the deal. Prior to signing closing documents, most buyers undergo a home inspection to identify any areas of concern or repairs needing addressing before the transition of ownersh ..read more

The Most Common Fall Pests in Florida The change of the season always brings new pests to worry about, and fall is no exception. In Florida, there are several types of common household pests that become more common to spot as fall temperatures set in each year. Learning about each of these pests is the first step in preventing them from becoming an issue in your home or business this year. 1. Earwigs Earwigs are a little misunderstood in the pest world. They get their name from the false understanding that the insects crawl deep inside the ears of humans as they sleep. Even more disturbing as ..read more

Top 4 Ways to Keep Facilities Pest-Free this School Year The 2022-2023 school year is in full swing, with children returning to schools, after-care programs, and daycare facilities. Often, what is front of mind when managing one of these spaces is curriculum, scheduling, budgeting, etc. However, one aspect of running or managing one of these places that often goes overlooked is pest control and prevention. Like within any commercial building, having a solid pest control plan in place is crucial for ensuring the safety of the individuals within the building as well as the structural soundness ..read more

Tips to Pest-Proof your Home this Fall While it still feels very much like summer outside, fall is quickly approaching. The change of seasons is a great reminder to take preventative measures throughout the interior and exterior of your home to prevent or limit pests from inhabiting these spaces and potentially causing harm to your home or and people and animals living there. Pests can often carry bacteria and diseases, easily transmittable to humans and pets through droppings or contaminated foods. Because of the heat and humidity in Florida, a plethora of pests call the state home, includin ..read more

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