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  You wipe every counter, take the trash out as soon as it’s full, vacuum weekly, never let dishes sit overnight, and put leftovers straight into sealed containers. And yet … roaches. Ants marching across the kitchen tile.  If you’ve ever wondered how pests find their way into your apartment despite your borderline militant cleanliness,…

Finding a tick attached to your skin is unsettling. Discovering later that the species of the particular tick that bit you is known for carrying and transmitting infections to the people they bite, which can give you diseases and even allergies to dairy, red meat, and gelatin? That can make a Lone Star tick bite…

  Alabama wildlife can be beautiful, strange, and sometimes, surprisingly easy to overlook. National Wildlife Day gives us a reason to look a little closer. National Wildlife Day encourages people to learn about animal species and support conservation. There are actually two annual National Wildlife Days. The first is on February 22nd, to honor the…

Let’s face it: dealing with insects is a pain. Although there are many helpful tips we can follow for preventing pests from disrupting our household, sometimes those little creatures just won’t disappear.  We understand the hesitation to contact a professional when less expensive solutions, such as store-bought bug bombs, claim to rapidly eliminate the pests…

  You’ve noticed tiny dark specks around the cracks and crevices of baseboards in your home, or you looked under the dishwasher’s door or your sink and found capsule-shaped objects that had the same coloring and patterns as a roach. But you’re not sure if it’s a pupa, poop, an egg, or something else. And…

Why are gnats so bad this year here in Alabama? If these flying pests have plagued your summer, you’re not alone. Luckily, your trusted local experts at Vulcan Termite are here to cover all your questions!  Keep reading to learn: Why gnat problems in Alabama homes seem worse this summer How to identify gnats How…

  Many call mosquitoes the “world’s deadliest animal,” and they’re not being dramatic. It’s a fact. Nearly 700 million people worldwide suffer, and over a million die, every single year from mosquito-borne disease (source). Just a few of these deadly diseases include malaria, Zika, West Nile, dengue, and yellow fever. Have you ever wished that…

  Houseplants can do a lot to brighten up and stylize your living space. Proper care is essential to keeping your houseplants healthy and keeping insects in plant soil under control. Here at Vulcan Termite, our experienced team knows what it takes to keep pests at bay so your houseplants can thrive. Caring for Your…

  Original Publish Date: October 13th, 2013 | Updated: July 16th, 2026   Many homeowners only think about termites in the spring, which experts across the U.S. call “termite season.” Alabamians, however, can face termite infestations in their homes year-round.  You see, here in the north of central Alabama, every season is hotter and more…

Is There a Vaccine for Lyme Disease? The last time a vaccine was available to prevent or treat Lyme disease transmitted by ticks was 2002. Now, a new vaccine for prevention is in development, which is showing promising results in trials so far.  However, it is important not to rely on a vaccine as your…