Did You Know? The Norway Rat, roof rat, and house mouse are the most persistent rodent populations in need of control. A group of rats is called a “mischief.” Their tails keep them cool. Rats expand and contract blood vessels in their tails to regulate their body temperature. Rodents can carry several diseases, including bubonic…
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When a mouse, rat, squirrel, or other rodent decides to make its home in a car, truck, or RV, the resulting mess and damage can cost thousands of dollars to fix and can even expose the owner to rodent-borne diseases and parasites in the interim. Rodents have always been attracted to the protection offered by…
Pre-Treatment Preparation Pick up all items off floors and vacuum all rugs, carpets, and furniture, especially between and under cushions. Then, tightly seal and dispose of the vacuum bag outside. Vacuum hardwood, tile, laminate, and vinyl floors. Clear and clean all floors, even closets. Mop all tile and vinyl floors. Sweep all concrete floors. Remove…
Meet the Brown Recluse Spider Even though the brown recluse spider, Loxosceles reclusa, is not established in Florida, we are covering it here because most people believe that it does infest here in Florida. This happens because ( 1 ) brown recluse bites are often misdiagnosed, even by medical experts, and ( 2 ) the…
South Florida is the home of many different species of ants. Ants are one of our top pests in Palm Beach County, and they enter our homes and businesses year-round. Our mild winters and warm weather allow Florida ants to thrive. When you understand what attracts ants into your Florida home and how they get…
