9 Natural Ways to Keep Mosquitoes Away

mosquitoes

Warmer weather means that our least favorite spring pests will be back once again, ready to bite, sting, and swarm. Bugs like flies, bees, wasps, and the dreaded mosquito will return with a vengeance.  If you prefer more natural solutions to shooing mosquitoes away, this is the article for you. Surprisingly, mosquitoes actually hate a…

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Common Spring Pests to Watch Out For

brown stink bug

It’s springtime, Alabama! The weather is warming up, and the azaleas are close to blooming. The warmer temperatures also mean that our six legged spring pest friends will be on the move once again.  It’s time to get your spring cleaning done, and call in your local pest control service. While you’re at it, look…

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Spring Cleaning Tips to Avoid Spring Pests

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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…

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8 Reasons Fleas Should be Taken Seriously

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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…

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How to Recognize a Termite Problem Before Disaster Strikes

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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…

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Do Alabama Bugs Get Cold in the Winter?

alabama bugs

Being experts in all things bugs, our technicians get asked a lot of questions. Most are more specific to a given problem the homeowner is experiencing, but sometimes people are just curious.  One question we hear a lot is: “Do bugs get cold?” We already covered how some Alabama bugs survive the winter, but today,…

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5 Warning Signs of Carpenter Ants

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…

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Do Termites Really Follow Ink?

termites

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.…

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