Ants have been a pest problem for many years for people around the world but especially Central Florida.
Having served Brevard County and Central Florida for 45 years in the pest control industry has allowed us to see first hand how pests behave. We see which pests are most prevalent during each and every season. Although our winter season is only a month or two long, we definitely notice an uptick in calls […]
Ant scouts will use something called chemosense to detect a food source. Ants can have up to 5 times the odor sensing ability as humans. This allows them to detect that tiny morsel of food which dropped from your plate and rolled under the couch. They use tiny receptors in the form of tiny bristles […]
Nobody wants to pay a professional when there is a task that needs to be done and you can do it yourself. In fact, for something as simple as an ant infestation that is just beginning, we actually encourage people to give it a go on their own. If you are reading this and have […]
We all know what ants are. Ants are everywhere in fact. They are found on 6 of the 7 continents and in just about every corner of the Earth. Ants may in fact represent the most numerous of individual organisms on the planet. They can survive some of the harshest environments the planet has to […]
There are many common pests in the United States that are invasive species, which means they are non-native to the region and have been introduced either intentionally or accidentally. Some of the most well-known invasive pest species in the United States include: Asian longhorned beetle – a wood-boring beetle that attacks and kills a wide […]
Many homeowners and business owners struggle year-round to control and manage pests in their place. All workplaces are prone to insect infestations, but those that store, handle, or sell food are particularly vulnerable and can experience significant consequences if these problems aren’t resolved on time. Most pests, like spiders and insects, are also dangerous to […]
An ant infestation is not easy to spot. It can be subtle, making it increasingly difficult to determine whether you have overflowing ants in the first place. This is why if you doubt that you may have an ant problem, it is highly likely you do. While spotting rodent infestation is relatively easier, it is […]
You have probably heard that our area is expecting very cold temperatures for Christmas. Some have even gone so far as to predict snow. The last time people here saw anything resembling snow was 19 years ago when a some flurries occurred on the coast of Brevard down to Vero. In 1977, there was a […]
When you own a home in central Florida, you may feel like it is being invaded by pests. These pests, whether rodents or insects, are able to make their way into your home through cracks. Regardless of them being noticeable or not, you may feel frustrated just knowing they are around. Eventually, the pests will […]
Beautiful sunny warm Florida is the home to an increasing number of human beings. Every year our population numbers go up. What’s not to love? We have sun, beaches, no state income tax and almost year-round warm weather. With those great conditions come some tradeoffs. We have to deal with traffic congestion, hurricanes and erratic […]