Florida is home to a variety of spider species, many of which are harmless. However, some spiders pose significant risks due to their venom and aggression when accidentally contacted.
House flies, scientifically known as Musca domestica, are a common nuisance, especially in warm, humid climates like Florida. Often referred to as “trash flies” by Hulett’s entomologist, these insects can invade your home, particularly during the hot, rainy season.
Encountering a snake in your home or garage can be a frightening experience. Invasive snakes in Florida are common, it’s important to know what steps to take to stay safe. Whether the snake is harmless or venomous, never attempt to handle it yourself.
Termite frass, or droppings, is often the first sign and symptom of a drywood termite infestation that a home or business owner discovers.
Flesh flies, or Sarcophaga crassipalpis, are an intriguing but unwelcome guest in many homes. These flies, which are notably larger than your average housefly, have a distinct diet and lifecycle that set them apart.
If you think you’ve seen the signs of these destructive pests, you urgently need to know how to get rid of drywood termites.
During the cooler seasons in South Florida, mice and rats from the outside may seek out shelter in your home, and these unwanted guests can send you scrambling to find effective rodent control options, such as rodent baiting, trapping, or rodent exclusion.
If you have seen small silver insects that exhibit almost fish-like movement around your home, you may be wondering how to get rid of silverfish. Most of us remember the first time we saw these distinctive creepy crawlies scurrying around.
Tiny black ants are known to invade kitchens and bathrooms, especially in South Florida. In this post, we review how these tiny ants enter the home and what steps you can take to prevent them and stop their invasion in its tracks. Got tiny ants in your house?
Carpenter ants are often mistaken for termites due to their association with wood damage, but their behavior and impact on homes are quite different.
If you’re interested in a liquid termite treatment or a termite baiting system to protect your largest investment from the vicious and destructive subterranean termites we have in Florida, you probably want to know which one is the best termite treatment.
Termites are homeowners’ worst nightmare, and in South Florida, one of the most destructive species is the Formosan termite (Coptotermes formosanus).
Silverfish are those sleek, silvery insects that are common in many households across America, especially South Florida.
If you see rats or mice in your home, you will want to use a professional pest control company to trap the interior, bait the exterior, and complete a rodent exclusion on your home to prevent rodent entry as soon as possible.
Lately, there has been much discussion about the Asian giant hornet, Vespa mandarinia, also being referred to as the “murder hornet.” Having invaded North America in August 2019, this dangerous, aggressive insect is the world’s largest hornet and can be al