by Universal Pest Control | May 22, 2025 | Residential Pests
Pests in your home can be more than just annoying bugs; they can also pose serious health risks to you and your family. In addition to spreading diseases, they can damage your home and belongings. That is why proactive residential pest control is critical for...
by Universal Pest Control | Feb 18, 2022 | Ants, General Concerns, Lawn Care, Residential Pests, Roaches, Spiders, Termites
With all the recent real estate market activity here in Volusia and Flagler counties, I thought I’d take a few minutes to welcome newcomers to our little corner of paradise and offer a brief overview of the pest industry in our area. This is nothing new for...
by Universal Pest Control | Sep 29, 2021 | Ants, General Concerns, How To, Kitchen Pests, Pantry Pests, Residential Pests, Roaches, The More You Know
In my line of work I run into a great many do-it-yourself-ers, and I do everything I can to help them. If they succeed in solving their bug problem with my help, hopefully I’ve gained their trust. If they don’t, maybe they’ll come out of it with a...
by Universal Pest Control | Aug 30, 2021 | General Concerns, Residential Pests, The More You Know
NOTE: We haven’t included images of individual species in this article because some people can react negatively to the sight of these creatures. However, we have included source links where you can view species-specific reference images. Whenever someone...
by Universal Pest Control | May 28, 2021 | General Concerns, Residential Pests, RVs and Campers, Scorpions, The More You Know
If you hear the word “scorpion,” it’s normal to have a moment of apprehension! These little creatures have a mean reputation for nasty stings — and they can look rather terrifying, too. Some can be venomous, while others might only cause a...
by Universal Pest Control | Apr 30, 2021 | Kitchen Pests, Pantry Pests, Residential Pests, Roaches
Note: For those more squeamish, please note there are no photos of cockroaches in this post. You’re welcome! Today, we’re answering a commonly asked question from homeowners: are roaches (so prevalent in Florida thanks to our humidity) dangerous to humans,...
