 The Imported Red Fire Ant Anyone living in Florida knows what a fire ant mound looks like; but to the untrained eye, it may look like an ordinary pile of sand. None the wiser, you may walk right on top of it, setting off a flurry of angry fire ants moving at incredible speed for an unrelenting onslaught of stinging and biting all over your feet and legs and
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Rats What’s the best rat bait to use when trying to trap rats? If you answered cheese or peanut butter, you’d be wrong—though a lot of people think so. While it is true that rats will eat just about anything, they do have preferences. Rats are a major problem in our coastal towns of New Smyrna Beach, Daytona Beach, Ormond Beach, and Flagler Beach. Rats thrive in the scrub and
 Bugs that feed on decaying organic matter are called Detritivores. Some of the most common of these insects are maggots, earthworms, termites, millipedes, and pill bugs. Our planet is dependent on these bugs to break down the organic components contained within them. This constant recycling of plants is the reason soils become fertile and rich in nutrients. Millipedes Millipedes are common in Volusia and Flagler Counties. They are found
Many people at some point in their lives have been stung by a wasp or bee. For most, the initial pain from a sting fades in a few hours. The stinger, if there is one, is removed and a topical analgesic like Benadryl or just plain ice can reduce the pain. For others, a sting is a life-threatening situation calling for immediate attention from a medical professional. Then there are
Lawns are actively growing again as we say goodbye to winter dormancy and say hello to the summer growing season. As the days grow longer, the time to apply pre-emergent herbicides grows shorter. Dave’s Pest Control is a full-service provider with an excellent lawn care program tailored for lawns in Volusia and Flagler counties. When controlling weeds like crabgrass and dollar weed, it is important to get an early start
 With spring upon us, and summer just around the corner, there has never been a better time to protect your home against damaging subterranean termites. Subterranean termites are highly active at this time of year. Swarming termites are a sign that these wood eating monsters are close by. Many homeowners and business owners may not be aware that they have a termite problem until see them swarming. When termites
 Having your house inspected for termites is an important step every homeowner should take to protect their home. Preventing termites before they invade is much easier and less costly than waiting until there’s a major termite problem and you must call for immediate help. A termite inspection is required when taking out a home loan. Lenders require documented proof that your house was inspected and free from termites and
 One of the most damaging pests in Volusia and Flagler counties is the eastern subterranean termite. They account for hundreds and hundreds of calls for pest control services annually. We see swarming termites every year invading our homes and places of business; undoubtedly, they are a menacing sight to behold. Termites are a homeowner’s worst nightmare. They slowly destroy any and all wood they find. Subterranean termites live underground
 Formosan termites are a type of termite believed to have been introduced into the United States from China and Taiwan. They are named for Formosa, the former name of Taiwan. Like the eastern subterranean termite, Formosan termites feed on wood and make mud tunnels to move back and forth from above and below ground. One big difference is that Formosan termites can also build aerial nests above the ground.
Termites, we know them, we fear them. Unseen bugs of destruction. Termites are responsible for over 5 billion dollars in property damage each year. Homeowners insurance does not cover termite damage to homes. The cost of repairing a home from extensive termite damage can run in the thousands. It is much more cost effective to prevent termites in the first place rather than wait until you have a major problem.
