Home Pest Control
Easy, Natural Ways to Keep Flies Away This Summer
Summer brings with it warm, bright afternoons outside and cozy dinner-time cookouts. However, summer also seems to bring out the bugs, especially those ever-returning flies. Leave out even one hot dog frank—and you’ve got a horde of flies hovering on, around, and over you. Swish them away, and they’re likely back for a return trip…
Read MoreSpring Cleaning Tips to Avoid Spring Pests
Spring is just around the corner! The weather is warming up, and the flowers are blooming—it’s a great time of year. With the coming of spring, many homeowners are heading up their spring cleaning checklists. This spring, make sure to protect your home by cleaning hotspots for spring pests in and around your property. The…
Read More8 Reasons Fleas Should be Taken Seriously
Though they’re small in nature and may seem harmless, fleas can actually create a lot of problems for you and your family. If you see fleas in your home, you need to act fast. #1: They’ll Make Your Pet Their Home Most flea infestations happen due to a dog, cat, or other four-legged friend tracking…
Read MoreFlea Bomb Not Working? Here’s When You Know You Need an Exterminator
Fleas are one of the most difficult pests to get rid of. Their small size, combined with their hyper-reproductive nature, make an infestation one big headache for homeowners. While there are some at-home remedies, like flea bombs, you can try to rid your home of the pests, they aren’t always effective. It’s highly likely that…
Read MoreNeed to Get Rid of Fleas? Here’s What You Need to Get the Job Done
Fleas may be some of the most annoying pests out there. They’re extremely difficult to see, and they jump from host to host with ease. Luckily, they typically are attracted to pets and critters over humans, but if your cat or dog brings fleas into your home, it can be one big headache. In this…
Read MoreHow to Recognize a Termite Problem Before Disaster Strikes
Termites can cause devastation to your home or business and leave you with a hefty check to pay. Each year in the United States, termites are responsible for an estimated $5 billion in damage. Needless to say, it’s important to be able to stop and prevent termites from damaging your property before they start. Here’s…
Read More5 Warning Signs of Carpenter Ants
Another pest, another problem. What has wings, a heart-shaped head, and is dark brown or black in color? They’re not termites, they’re carpenter ants. As spring and warm air approaches, you may start to see more of these pesky creatures around your home. Carpenter ants are a pain to deal with and can cause property…
Read MoreDo Termites Really Follow Ink?
Termites are usually associated with infestations, a damaged home, and one big headache. It’s no wonder why most people try not to think about them. At Vulcan Termite, however, it’s our job to know these cream-colored pests from tail to pincers. Our pest control technicians have spent years learning about termites and studying their behaviors.…
Read MoreSpring Cleaning Tips That Keep Bugs at Bay
Maintaining a clean and tidy home is one of the best ways for homeowners to prevent a pest infestation on their own. Bugs, insects, and pests of all kinds are drawn to food sources. And if your home isn’t kept clean, the pests will come. Keep bugs away from your home this year by following…
Read MoreWinter Is the Best Time for Termite Control—Here’s Why
Unlike other pests, termites are active 365 days a year; they don’t take a winter holiday. Because of their activity, termite prevention is a year-round fight. Even though they don’t hibernate in the winter, termites are a bit more predictable with their activity. This predictability makes the winter months ideal for trap setting and bait…
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