by Universal Pest Control | Apr 30, 2021 | Beautiful Bugs, Eco-Friendly, Fun, How To, The More You Know
We are back with another installment in our series of Beautiful Bugs! (Check out our features on ladybugs and moths as well.) The insect world is full of some of the most beautiful and fascinating creatures seen in nature, but when it comes to deciding which one...
by Universal Pest Control | Feb 24, 2021 | General Concerns, How To, Residential Pests, Wasps
Do Wasps Have Any Redeeming Value or Do They Just Suck is one of our all-time most popular blog posts, and in it we mention a variety called the mud dauber. They’re quite common in Florida, so I thought I’d dedicate a whole post to understanding these...
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 | 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...
