Fun Facts to Celebrate World Bee Day
This year’s World Bee Day is May 20th, 2026. To celebrate the bees, this next post from our pest blog is all about them! Just because we’re pest control specialists doesn’t mean we hate insects. All creatures have something unique and special about them that we can learn from and appreciate, even the ones…
Read MoreEssential Pesticide Safety Tips for Families and Pet Owners
Original Publish Date: May 11th, 2017 | Updated: May 28th, 2026 There are many things to love about pets, but their tendency to bring insects inside your home isn’t one of them. Pet owners have heightened pest-control needs compared to households without pets, but they’re also among the most hesitant to consider their pesticide…
Read MoreHow to Bring Plants Inside Without Bugs: Tips and Guidance for Relocation
New houseplants from a home and garden store. Houseplants that, after spending the summer (or the sunnier part of a day, in any season) outdoors to get more direct sunlight, need to come back inside during fall to prepare for winter. These are just a few of the many situations where you may need…
Read MoreHow to Get Rid of Silverfish and Prevent an Infestation
In this blog, our experts from Vulcan Termite and Pest Control teach you how to get rid of silverfish, what the scaly guys are (insects? crustaceans?), and why they appear in your home in the first place. What Are Silverfish? Are They Bugs? Because of their name and unique appearance, people mistakenly think that…
Read MoreWhat Are Roly-Poly Bugs: Insects, or Something Else?
What Are Roly-Poly Bugs: Insects, or Something Else? Roly-polies, also known as pillbugs, are adorable little critters that can curl up into a ball at a moment’s notice. Despite their name and nature as small invertebrates with a robust exoskeleton, roly-polies aren’t bugs or any kind of insect at all. Now the question…
Read MoreWhy Do I Have Gnats on My Indoor Plants? Answers and Solutions
Houseplants can often be a major attractor for pests. Many wonder, “Why do I always get gnats on my indoor plants?” Fungus gnats flock to the damp soil of houseplants to lay their eggs. These bugs are more than just annoying; they can also cause significant damage to houseplants through their feeding habits.…
Read MoreSpider Mites on Plants: How to Spot, Stop, & Prevent an Infestation
Plants are fun to own, but keeping them alive requires special care, and of course, you need to prepare for that when you buy a new one. Most people know that when you buy a plant, you’ll need nutrient-rich soil, water, sunlight, and the right size pot or plot for it to keep growing. …
Read MoreThe Perfect Storm for Spring Pests: Why You’ll See More Bugs in May
Original Publish Date: April 27th, 2017 | Updated: April 9th 2026 During an April downpour, a surplus of bugs in May is probably the last thing on your mind. However, you’re more likely to have more pest problems on your property after April showers than before. Wet, rainy climates are ideal environments for…
Read MoreWhat Homeowners Need to Know About White Fluffy Aphids
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…
Read MoreStink Bug Pest Control: How to Keep These Smelly Bugs Out of Your Home
Got a stink bug problem? Don’t worry, and be glad it’s not a cockroach problem! Getting rid of stink bugs is much easier than getting rid of roaches and other common insect pests, and generally less complicated than you might think. These reeking critters are a nuisance—it is severely unpleasant when they make their…
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