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Common 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 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…
Read MoreTurner Pest Control Acquires PestShield Termite & Pest Services
Turner Pest Control, an Anticimex company providing comprehensive pest control services to residential and commercial clients in Florida and South Georgia, has acquired PestShield Termite & Pest Services. PestShield is headquartered in Sarasota, Florida, serving customers from Tampa to Naples. Turner Pest Control is one of the fastest-growing companies in Florida and South Georgia, and…
Read MoreHelp Your Lawn Tolerate Drought Conditions
There’s finally some rain in the forecast after a long stretch of unseasonably high temperatures in Northeast Florida, but the hottest months are still to come. This early scorcher and prolonged lack of rain means that lawns are stressed much earlier this year, which may make your turf even more vulnerable in the weeks ahead.…
Read MoreSpringtime is Time for Ant Control
Ant control in our area can be a serious matter, since two types of these pests can cause damage to your home or an allergic reaction in response to a sting. Carpenter ants and fire ants can both become problems this time of year as the temperatures rise and heavy rains are more frequent. Learning…
Read MoreBrandon Pest Control Is Now a Part of Turner Pest Control
We’re excited to announce that Brandon Pest Control is joining the Turner Pest Control team. As we combine these two world-class companies, we’re able to better serve all of our customers by having an increased reach and the ability to quickly respond to any service needs you may have. If you’re a former Brandon Pest…
Read MoreTermite Awareness Week: Are You Inviting Termites In?
Warmer weather means it’s time for Florida residents to get ready for the annual visits from spring and summer guests. There are some “guests,” however, that you don’t want to invite for a stay: termites. These destructive pests will begin to swarm soon, and as they do, they may decide that your house is the…
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