Educational

  Is that snow? It can’t be; we’re in Alabama, and it’s April. So, what’s that white stuff all over my car, driveway, and outdoor plants?  If you’re asking the above questions, you’re likely dealing with some white fluffy aphids! Today, our Southeastern pest pros from Vulcan Termite & Pest Control Inc. are here to…

  Did you know that National Learn About Butterflies Day here in the U.S. is on March 14th? We think it is so cool when there are days set aside to appreciate the creatures of this world, and there’s no better place to do it than here in Alabama, where biodiversity is beautifully vast!  Today,…

  You might see fewer pests during the winter months, but that doesn’t mean more aren’t around!  There are some late winter pests you should be on the lookout for, and our winter (as well as spring, summer, and fall) pest control experts are here to tell you about them!  Common Winter Pests Where do…

  It probably doesn’t cross your mind often—if at all—but insects have mating rituals just like birds and mammals do! Here at Vulcan Termite & Pest Control Inc., we’re all about insect education because the lives of bugs are fascinating! Keep reading for some of the interesting insect mating rituals that bugs have to woo…

  February is the month of love, but it’s also the time when lovebugs (AKA March Flies) start to emerge from their wintertime hideouts. In today’s blog, our experts in integrative pest management are here to teach you all about lovebugs, where they got their nickname, and more.  What Are Lovebugs/March Flies? March flies (Genus…

  We had a different blog planned for this week, until we started seeing a certain insect trending among regular news outlets here in Alabama. Since we write blogs about bugs every single week, we couldn’t miss the opportunity.  All the buzz is about “evil,” “invasive,” “death spiral,” … ladybugs.  Yep, you read that correctly.…

  Are cockroaches a health hazard?    Do cockroaches carry disease?   Can cockroaches bite?    Are people actually allergic to cockroaches?   These are all great questions, and our experts in household insect control are here to provide the answers; keep reading to discover them!   Are cockroaches a health hazard?  This question sets…

  When it comes to house fires, “electrical distribution and lighting equipment” is the leading cause of direct property damage, accounting for 16% of deaths and 9% of all house fires overall (Source: NFPA). Rodents spark thousands of these electrical-related house fires, and more often than not, the murine culprits of these tragedies are not…

  In this year’s first edition of our weekly pest blog, we’re celebrating Squirrel Appreciation Day on January 21st by sharing fun facts about squirrels.   Why Would Pest Control Agents Appreciate Squirrels? Part of our job is removing small rodents from homes, and sometimes that can mean we’re dealing with squirrels. There are many…