Garden Pest Control
Stop Mosquitoes Before They Start This Spring
Mosquitoes keep the Vulcan Termite and Pest Control team very busy when spring rolls around. As your garden begins to come back to life and winter comes to a close, it’s important to start looking out for signs of mosquitoes. These tiny biters can be more than just an annoyance. Mosquitoes are carriers of diseases…
Read MorePest Control & Other Considerations for Spring Planting
Spring is right around the corner, and if you aren’t already getting buggy about this year’s garden then it’s time to! What are you thinking of growing? Fruits? Vegetables? Flowers? No matter whether you plan to focus on a wide variety of flora and fauna or just a few plants in particular, use the Vulcan…
Read MorePutting Together an Alabama Planting Plan for the Year
It is wintertime in Alabama, but this is a great time to start planning what you’ll be planting throughout the year during the seasons. Anytime landscaping is involved you also have to consider how plants can prevent or cause bug infestations. Below we’ll show you what to plant and what kind of insects issues to…
Read MoreBugs to be Wary of While Hanging Christmas Lights
When you step outside to tackle the holiday decorations, bugs are probably the last thing on your mind – until they get in the way. Even though it’s winter, that doesn’t mean the creepy crawlies aren’t still lurking around in the crevices and corners. They’re seeking shelter from the cold, and your house provides the…
Read MoreAutumn Pest Control Part 1
For some, the first cool breezes of autumn signal the end of another summer and the bugs that go along with it. But those pests still have a few tricks up their sleeves. Some insects will even increase their activity in the fall. Really? Yes, really. In the first part…
Read MoreHow to Get Kudzu Bugs Under Control When They’re Out of Control
They’re back. We’re not referencing the iconic scene from Poltergeist, though the problem could be just as frightening. The kudzu bugs are everywhere in Alabama again this year. The pests are hitching rides on vehicles, clothing and anything else they can land on. If you live in the Heart of Dixie you’ve probably started to…
Read MoreControl Pests Around Your Home The Safe Way
Of course, if you have a pest infestation on your property — inside or out — call Vulcan Termite and Pest Control, Inc. We’re not slouches when it comes to eliminating bugs and other critters. But sometimes, you can DIY the job. It’s for those brave souls who decide to take certain matters into their…
Read MoreBees Are Good But Not in Your Outdoor Living Space
Not all insects are evil creatures. Take bees for example. A couple of types, if they were totally eliminated, would lead to a slow death of the human race. Since they pollinate plants and veggies, we’d have to eat meat exclusively. Too much protein in our bodies — not to mention fat — would force…
Read MoreTwo Events This Weekend!
We don’t have to tell you that the Home Improvement Season is in full swing. If you’re looking for ways to add value to your house and catch-up on the latest, state of the art products and services, Vulcan Termite and Pest Control, Inc. cordially invites you to something that’s fun and educational for the…
Read MoreGetting Rid of Yellow Jackets
Something not too easy to do, as we know all too well at Vulcan Termite and Pest Control, Inc. But here goes: Catch a regular ol’ bee. Don’t get stung. Once you have it between your thumb and forefinger, check its belly. See any hair? If you don’t, you haven’t caught a honey bee. What…
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