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Universal in the Community

by Universal Pest Control | Jan 28, 2021 | Company News, Company Values, Fun

As some of our long time customers will know, Universal Pest Control has been in business in the Daytona/Ormond area for over 25 years. As a result, we take great pride in our community, and consider it an important company value to stay involved and help how we can....

Year in Review: 2020

by Universal Pest Control | Dec 22, 2020 | Company News

With the holidays upon us and 2021 right around the corner, it is difficult not to reflect on 2020 and what it has meant for the Universal Pest Control family. As it did for everyone, 2020 began like any other year--but as Covid-19 spread, it forced the first of many...

The Miracle of the Christmas…Spider?

by Universal Pest Control | Dec 22, 2020 | Fun, General Concerns, Spiders, The More You Know

In October, we explored spider myths and legends from around the world, and there was one I think is worth retelling for Christmas: the legend of the Christmas spider. This legend is most often cited from Germany or Ukraine, and could even be an origin tale for...

Bon Appetit: Edible Insects on the Rise

by Universal Pest Control | Nov 24, 2020 | Eco-Friendly, Fun, The More You Know

It's up to you, dear reader, to decide if this piece is appropriate or inappropriate in light of Thanksgiving this week—but either way, I hope you find it interesting and informative! While the trend hasn't necessarily hit mainstream news, insect farming for human...

Spider Myths and Legends From Around the World

by Universal Pest Control | Oct 29, 2020 | Fun, Spiders, The More You Know

Halloween is in just a few days, so it's time to get scary! If you suffer from arachnophobia, then proceed with caution because today's blog is all about our creepy eight-legged friends. Spiders are a popular theme during Halloween because they lurk in dark corners,...

Backyard Buddies: All About Bats

by Universal Pest Control | Oct 29, 2020 | Backyard Buddies, Bats, Fun, The More You Know

It’s finally Spooktober, and many people will be decorating their yards for the month of Halloween. When you think of Halloween, you might imagine creeping spiders, jack-o-lanterns, and of course, flying bats. While bats might have a reputation as being spooky, or...