by Jon Heath | Aug 26, 2020 | Other Pests
If you, or anyone you know, grew up in old Florida they can probably tell you stories of roaming the woods and coming home with red insect bites that itched like crazy. They weren’t from mosquitoes but from chiggers that hide in the long grass, weeds, and notoriously...
by Jon Heath | Aug 10, 2020 | Other Pests
Bedbug infestation in Sarasota? Are you kidding me? I thought that was a problem only in big cities with big populations? Well, my friend, bedbugs do travel, just like many other pests, when they can hitch a ride in the belongs of any tourist or snowbird. In recent...
by Jon Heath | Jul 17, 2020 | fleas
There is something about fleas in summer. Well, fleas anytime of the year in Florida are more than just a nuisance. They can endanger the health of your family as well as your pets. Here’s the low-down on the tiny flea– what they are and a few “fun” facts that might...
by Jon Heath | Jul 6, 2020 | fleas
The Internet abounds with ideas DIY flea control in your home without the help of a pest control professional. We do not discount any of these ideas, nor your do-it-yourself ethic. Here they are, in quick succession, a host of ideas and tips for DIY flea control....
by Jon Heath | Jun 30, 2020 | fleas
Getting rid of fleas is not such an easy thing. In fact, they sneak in and you may not even realize just how deeply they have invaded your home. By the time you see one, they are already firmly entrenched. You might try some home remedies and treat your dog or cat in...
by Jon Heath | Jun 22, 2020 | fleas
Far beyond being a nuisance, fleas are dangerous to your pets, children, and you, yourself. Your poor little Fluffy or Fido may be scratching themselves silly because of the fleas they have brought in from your back yard, but the tiny little flea that is hassling them...
by Jon Heath | Jun 10, 2020 | fleas
Fleas in Florida are a summertime staple. Who are we fooling? In the warm Florida climate fleas rarely go away. They don’t disappear in the winter like they do up north. But during the summer, the fleas in Florida are in their heyday! So, what exactly are fleas...
by Jon Heath | May 26, 2020 | Ants
We get calls for professional ant removal treatments all the time. Most calls are from first-time customers who are in distress and may not know what to expect. While some life-long Florida residents wax philosophical about sharing their homes with our diminutive...
by Jon Heath | May 14, 2020 | Ants
Why do ants come inside my home? Why is the sky blue? These are always good questions. It’s a fact of life; we all get the occasional ants inside our homes. But it is reasonable to ask what factors make it more likely to find ants inside. Sure, keep your doors and...
by Jon Heath | May 1, 2020 | Ants
DIY ant repellent tips include a wide variety of organic and more natural approaches. If you have children or pets at home, naturally you might shy away from most store-bought chemical ant repellent because who wants that sprayed all over the house?...
