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Protect 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…
Read MoreSave on Expert Termite Control Through February 28
Termites can do their damage year-round in Florida, but their most active season is about to begin. To help you get ready for peak termite activity and make our affordable termite control services an even greater value, sign up by February 28 for new termite service and save $100 on one of our comprehensive termite…
Read MoreAre Termites Active in Winter?
Some Orlando pests are less active in winter, but termites aren’t among them. They forage for food year-round and stay active when they’re in a relatively warm environment. Termite queens can continue laying eggs in every season and in some warmer places, you can even see swarms of termites in the wintertime. What termites do…
Read MoreDo You Need Pest Control in Winter Months?
It may seem that pest control isn’t necessary in winter months, but this is the time of year that several types of pests look for shelter, food and water indoors. Winter is also the time to check your lawn for pests and weeds, and apply pre-emergent weed control so that your yard will be in…
Read MoreTurner Pest Control Awards Spring 2019 Scholarship
We’re proud to announce that our $1,000 spring 2019 scholarship has been awarded to Jaya Manjunath, an outstanding student at St. Bonaventure University in St. Bonaventure, New York. This scholarship, offered to students who demonstrate their commitment to community service, recognizes Ms. Manjunath’s exceptional work in senior care. In her winning essay, Ms. Manjunath describes…
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