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2020 Ultimate Guide to Pest Control
The sunny summers and mild winters of Florida make it a wonderful climate for residents and tourists alike—and, unfortunately, it’s also ideal for a wide variety of pests that range from annoying to harmful to downright hazardous. In this 2020 Ultimate Guide to Pest Control, we’ll share information about nine different types of pests and…
Read MoreWhy Are Bees and Wasps a Problem in the Fall?
Now that the peak of summer bug season is past, you may be noticing more activity among bees, wasps, and other stinging insects. Why are they becoming a problem now that fall is here? Read on to learn more about the reasons you’re seeing them and how professional pest control can help. 1. Bee and…
Read MoreMake Your Home Holiday-Ready With Pest Control
When you’re getting ready to entertain friends and family this holiday season, make sure to put pest control on your to-do list. Scheduling a professional pest control treatment and taking a few preventive steps on your own will help keep bugs and rodents off your guest list. Watch for These Cool-Weather Pests A fall in…
Read MoreCommon Rodent Species and How to Control Them
A recent survey of 274,000 people showed that rodents are Americans’ biggest pest concern for health and home issues. As part of the National Pest Management Association’s Rodent Awareness Week, we’re sharing what you need to know about rodents, which species are most common, and which rodent control measures are most effective. The dangers of…
Read MoreTurner Pest Control Acquires Bingham’s Professional Pest Management
Turner Pest Control, an Anticimex company providing comprehensive pest control services to residential and commercial clients in Florida and South Georgia, has acquired Bingham’s Professional Pest Management. Bingham is headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, and serves thousands of customers throughout the Tampa Bay area. The acquisition continues the execution of the planned growth strategy of…
Read MoreFungus and Your Orlando Lawn
Now that the peak of the growing season for turfgrass has passed, other lawn problems may be revealing themselves. If you’re seeing brown or yellow areas, your Orlando yard may be under attack by a lawn fungus. There are several types of fungi that may be stressing your lawn and causing areas of discoloration. Read…
Read MorePest Problems During Hurricane Season
All types of pest problems reach their peak during late summer and early fall, from an exploding mosquito population or insects eating your lawn. Unfortunately, this coincides with the most active part of the hurricane season. When severe tropical weather comes our way, the aftermath can leave us with a “perfect storm” of pest issues.…
Read MoreWhat’s Wrong with My St. Augustine Grass?
The later we get into the summer, the more often our customers ask about problems with their St. Augustine grass lawns. A lot of things can go wrong with even the healthiest lawns in our area, but there are three very common causes of lawn damage to watch for: chinch bugs, sod webworms, and gray…
Read MoreLearn About The Benefits of Revolutionary Digital Rodent Control
If you took part in our June webinar, you already know how groundbreaking digital automation combined with professional rodent control expertise can put an end to your rodent problems. If not, take a few minutes to watch the free webinar recording below to learn how Anticimex SMART technology protects schools, universities, hotels, restaurants and other…
Read MoreProtect Your Pets: How to Get Rid of Fleas
It’s terrible to see a beloved pet being tortured by fleas. Just a few bites can make your pet miserable night and day, and it gets even worse when you find them on yourself! Because fleas breed very quickly, it’s important to take action before a widespread infestation takes hold in your house. Read on…
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