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 | General Concerns
There’s a joke that floats around the internet every now and again that says, “Florida has four seasons just like everywhere else: hurricane season, love bug season, tourist season, and summer.” Lovebug season is up, and only Floridians can relate to...
by Universal Pest Control | Dec 4, 2019 | General Concerns, Residential Pests
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! In the spirit of the season, my brother recently forwarded to me a Facebook post that addressed how to avoid bugs in your live Christmas tree. My relationship with technology being what it is, the link promptly...
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...
by Universal Pest Control | May 29, 2019 | General Concerns, Mosquitoes, Residential Pests
When we think of living in idyllic Florida, the images that probably come to mind include beaches, parks, and relaxing in our own back yards. The fantastic weather we enjoy makes all this possible nearly year-round. However, there’s one thing that can interfere with...
by Universal Pest Control | Mar 1, 2019 | Ants, General Concerns, How To, Residential Pests
The biggest pest problem faced by most Florida homeowners this year is ants. If you’re seeing ants in your home and want to get rid of them, all you need to do is follow a few easy steps. Don’t be tempted to use that can of aerosol bug spray on the shelf. It...
