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Shoo Fly, Don’t Bother Me! How To Get Rid of Flies

by Universal Pest Control | Nov 4, 2019 | Flies, General Concerns, Kitchen Pests, Residential Pests, Uncategorized

As the weather in Florida (sort of) begins to cool down, we’re able to spend more time with doors and windows open and turn the air conditioning off. The vast majority of us have screened in windows and doors, thanks to the “Official Unofficial” State Bird of Florida...

How Did Bats Become Associated with Vampires and Halloween?

by Universal Pest Control | Oct 14, 2019 | Bats, Fun

It is now October, and with it comes all things spooky and scary. It seems as if, overnight from September 30 to October 1, the world breaks out in an infestation of spiders, bats, goblins, ghosts, ghouls, and the rest of their icky ilk. The season got me thinking...

What Can Spider Silk Be Used For?

by Universal Pest Control | Oct 2, 2019 | Beautiful Bugs, Fun

Creepy and crawly though they may be, spiders do have their place. For one, they play a role in munching on even more unwelcome pests, such as flies and mosquitoes. For another, the silk they use to spin their webs is one of the strongest materials on the planet. Have...

What is a Termite Bond?

by Universal Pest Control | Aug 27, 2019 | Residential Pests, Termites

When you began the process of finding a pest control company to inspect or treat for termites, you may have encountered the term "termite bond." This is an important concept to understand, because not only is it a critical component of your termite protection but it...

How Do Bees Make Honey?

by Universal Pest Control | Aug 26, 2019 | Bees, Fun

You've likely heard at one point or another that honey is "bee vomit" but is that really true? Do all bees make honey or just a few, and of those that do…how do bees actually make honey? Let's find out. Which bees make honey? Before we get started, first we must...

Quirky, Low Maintenance Pets

by Universal Pest Control | Jul 29, 2019 | Ants, Beautiful Bugs, Fun

Are the kids pestering you for a cat or dog, but you're not up to the cost (and maintenance!) of those lovely pets? Why not start with something a little simpler, like these six quirky, low maintenance pets that are sure not to "bug" you...sorry, I couldn't resist....