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 | Jan 28, 2021 | General Concerns, Residential Pests, Termites, The More You Know
Today I’d like to talk about subterranean termite bonds. While not a very “exciting” subject, perhaps, it’s an important one to be aware of as a homeowner—especially if you are purchasing a brand new home or building yourself. Depending on the practices of the...
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...
