Home Improvement

The start of March marks the time of year when the southeast is transitioning from winter to spring. Temperatures slowly inch upwards and there’s a lot more hours of sunshine to enjoy. It’s the perfect time to throw the windows open and let some fresh air inside. But hold on one second. After months of…

If you’ve lived through a summer in Alabama you’re sure to have come across a cloud of no-see-ums. On their own they are hard to spot, but these miniscule biting insects can get together and really bug you. They are like miniature mosquitoes, but they are small enough to get through screens, which can make…

At the start of the New Year many people make resolutions to improve their homes. But did you know some of the most common home resolutions could also keep pests from being a problem? Let’s take a look at how your home improvement resolutions may be pest-preventative. Resolution – Get Organized Getting organized is high…

You’ve probably heard about winterizing the inside of your home when it gets cold out, but it’s just as important to winterize the exterior as well. From cracks that let bugs in and heat out to protecting plants, here’s a look at the steps to take to winterize your home’s exterior. Check the Foundation for…

When you’ve got a new home project in the works the materials that will be used are one of the first big decisions that have to be made. Here at Vulcan Termite and Pest Control, Inc. our minds always go first to pest management. There’s a lot that a homeowner or business owner can do…

Have you considered renovating or updating things around your home or office? Do you have exterior landscaping and remodeling plans for 2014? Don’t let bugs derail your plans! When you’re taking on a renovation or reworking the landscape you’re much more susceptible to an infestation. Here’s how to handle bugs indoors and outdoors so insects…