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We’ve all heard that we are surrounded by “invasive species” before. But, what exactly does “invasive species” actually mean? Basically it means a plant, animal or fungus that has spread to an area by human activity. The implication is that this activity is harmful because the life form is introduced into an environment artificially and […]
Every state has different rules regarding pest inspection and selling a home. In Florida, a lender will usually not sign off on a loan without getting a WDO Report (Wood Destroying Organism). This is because the financial institution wants to protect itself from a bad investment. After All, they technically own the house for the next […]
Soon the rains will begin to fall and restore the brown grass and dry patches all over Florida to a luscious green color. The rain has been very sparse this year here in Brevard County so much so that there were even brush fires in Palm Bay yesterday. But when the rains do return the […]
It’s almost April here in sunny central Florida. The weather is heating up and the spring showers are right around the corner. For pests, the heat and moisture are triggers to start eating and reproducing. This article will discuss some things you can do to minimize your risk of pest infestation. Basically what we are […]
You may notice in March and April there is more ant activity around your house. You have gone the entire winter months of December through February and haven’t noticed any ant activity. Then one day you see a single ant on the countertop. You smash the ant and think “problem solved.” What you may not […]
Even though Florida is warm most of the year, the temperatures do drop some in the winter. In Brevard County, high temperatures average around 71 degree at winter’s midpoint. Nighttime temperatures average just 49 degrees. This cold period causes insects to head for cover and find warmth anywhere they can. One bug you may see […]
If you have lived in Central Florida for any length of time you have probably encountered the Big Headed Ant. They are an invasive species of ant that has set up shop in our beautiful state. Bigheaded Ants belong to the genus Pheidole. They can range in color from brown to dark red, depending on the species. […]
We have a very unique climate here in Florida. It is warm almost the entire year through and that affords us the ability to be able to plant almost anything we want. Florida is well known for our fruit and especially our citrus. But vegetables grow very well here too. There are better times of […]
This is part two in our current blog series “Most Common Pests in Florida”. Many people automatically think of mosquitoes and ants when they think of pests in Florida. But, there are actually species names for the most common and most annoying. So, sit back, refill your iced tea and enjoy the next round of […]
If you live in Florida you already know we have a large selection of bug species. Some people come to Brevard as tourists and are truly amazed with all the different types of bugs that we have. It is no wonder why the bugs love it here with temperatures that are warm most of the […]
