Thursday, March 31, 2016

Black and Yellow Mud Dauber Are Muddy Architects


The Mud Dauber's nest is an ugly wad of mud that you may find adhered to the eaves of your house or any sheltered overhang. You may be tempted to remove these offensive looking nests, but beware that the Mud Dauber will defend their nest with vigor. Thankfully, stings are rare. But, never the less beware. Any questions on bees or wasps at your house, call Slug-A-Bug for assistance.



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Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Don't Eat the Weevil!


Weevils can be found in nearly any prepackaged food you buy that contains grain. Just think of the cookies, crackers, cake mixes, pastas, and cereals you have sitting in your pantry. If you want to avoid eating a weevil, or at least their eggs, learn what precautions to take. Slug-A-Bug in Melbourne Florida would be happy to help you. Call us today at 321-259-7844. You can also find tips about pest control on our website





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Wednesday, March 23, 2016

Evict the House Mouse!


When mice invite themselves into your home, it's time to evict. In addition to bringing diseases into your home, they will chew through everything from dry wall to electrical wires. A good line of defense is the best way to keep them out. And, Slug-A-Bug rodent control services of Melbourne, Florida can help you secure your home. Or if they've already taken occupancy, we will evict. Call us today at 321-259-7844 to schedule an inspection and visit our website





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Tuesday, March 22, 2016

Keeping White Flies off Your Plants


Whiteflies can be destructive to plants robbing them of nutrients and causing physical damage. If you move a plant and find white flies swarming around, you have a whitefly infestation and will want to take precautions quickly before your landscape becomes ruined. A pest control company like Slug-A-Bug can help control the problem.





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Thursday, March 17, 2016

Getting to Know the Florida Crazy Ant


If you see an ant taking food to it's nest, it might be a crazy ant. Learn how to identify this extremely invasive ant species. Your Brevard County Pest Control Service, Slug-A-Bug will be happy to verify it's identity and provide you with a protection plan for this problem pest.





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Wednesday, March 16, 2016

Wet Drains bring Drain Flies


Do you have flies in your house? They could be drain flies. These pests like moisture and live in drain pans, unused toilets and even outside where air conditioning units drain. A Slug-A-Bug representative can help you find the source and eradicate these pests from your home. Call us in Melbourne, Florida at 321-259-7844 to schedule an inspection and visit our website


 





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Friday, March 11, 2016

Be On The Lookout for Pantry Pests


The pantry is the last place people want to see pests, but it's not uncommon for pest control experts to get calls about pantry pests. If you notice a pest, you can assume an infestation has already happened. Slug-A-Bug can help put an end to the problem without using dangerous pesticides.





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Wednesday, March 9, 2016

Have a Mealybug Infestation?


How do you know if you have a mealybugs infestation? Mealybugs can be very small or resemble disease organisms or even plant structures, making detection difficult. Slug-A-Bug can help you detect the signs and control an infestation. At Slug-A-Bug, our licensed technicians will conduct a thorough inspection of your property and recommend a plan. Call us today in Melbourne, Florida at 321-259-7844 and visit our website 







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Saturday, March 5, 2016

Things You Should Know About Fire Ants


One sting from a fire ant is likely to leave you sore for some time. So imagine how dangerous a colony would be if they were after you. There are four things you should know about fire ants to protect yourself and prevent an infestation.



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Friday, March 4, 2016

Winter Ants make Ant Problems Year Round


When most ants are tucked in for their winter nap, the Winter Ant unseals it's nest and begins to explore the world. So, just when you thought you you had a break from ants, think again. And, because the Winter Ant is active when other predators sleep, they can be tough to get rid of without the help of an ant pest control service like Slug-A-Bug of Melbourne, Florida. Call us today at 321-259-7844 to learn more about our annual pest control plans and visit our website





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Wednesday, March 2, 2016

Slug-A-Bug Low Impact Pest Control Commitment


When you are ready to hire a pest control company, hire one that is respected for their commitment to using environmentally friendly pest control practices. A company like Slug-A-Bug implements a green pest control management program and uses low impact pesticides to protect our natural resources.  



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