by Universal Pest Control | Jul 29, 2020 | How To, Pet Pests, Residential Pests, Ticks
In Volusia County, summer brings with it sunny days, cool(ish) breezes, salty hair, and sticky skin. Unfortunately, sometimes a few not-so-fun things like ticks come hand-in-hand with the warmer months—which in Florida means most of the year! Ticks are so common...
by Universal Pest Control | Jul 29, 2020 | Ants, How To, Marine Pest Control, Roaches
Scenario: for months you’ve been planning to take your boat out for a spin on a boating adventure. The day finally arrives, and you hop on board only to discover you have company—and no, we’re not talking about a pleasant surprise from your fishing buddy. We’re...
by Universal Pest Control | Jun 30, 2020 | General Concerns, Residential Pests, The More You Know, Wasps
Most of us grew up fearing the sting of the mighty wasp. As a child, how many times were you warned by your parents to stay away from the hedge (or a corner of the yard) because of a wasp nest? Maybe you’ve even been stung once or twice—it’s hard to forget, after all....
by Universal Pest Control | Jun 30, 2020 | Backyard Buddies, General Concerns, Residential Pests
The perks of owning a backyard are pretty plentiful. There’s plenty of room for kids (or future kids) to run around, you can finally adopt that dog you’ve always wanted, and you have more private space for gardening and entertaining. Sounds nice, right? BUT amidst all...
by Universal Pest Control | May 18, 2020 | Lawn Care, Residential Pests
Chinch bugs can cause a shudder down the spine of any homeowner or lawn care devotee, and rightly so. This minuscule bug causes millions of dollars of damage to property in Florida each year. Here’s what you need to know about cinch bugs, how to identify chinch bugs...
