Do Green Junebugs Come Out in June? Your Questions Answered
Since it is June, you might wonder: Does the green junebug live up to its name? The answer is yes—they make their seasonal return in June! As Spring transitions to Summer, the green junebug emerges like most other insects. Although they don’t bite and won’t infest your home, your garden is at risk. At…
Read MoreSimple Tips for How to Keep Bugs Out of Houseplants
Houseplants can make your home extra susceptible to a bug invasion in all seasons, especially when you bring outdoor potted plants indoors, giving bugs easy access to your home. You want to protect your plants, but not at the expense of your home. Knowing how to keep bugs out of houseplants is essential for…
Read MoreWhy Pest Control in Birmingham, AL Is Essential Year-Round
Every home, at one point or another, must implement some sort of pest control solutions, but the types and frequency of pest treatments you’ll need largely depend on your location. With 40+ years of experience serving families in the Magic City and surrounding areas as their trusted pest control partner, we at Vulcan Termite…
Read MoreHelp Your Child Learn About Bugs with Fun Insect Activities
Getting your kids involved in fun educational activities like exploring the great outdoors is incredible for their sociocognitive development and helps them find their love for learning. Plus, when you join in on the fun, you can strengthen your bond with your child and be their shining example of how learning isn’t something they’ll…
Read MoreDiscover Alabama Biodiversity with Vulcan Termite & Pest Control
Although we proudly prevent insects from harming or bothering our local customers in their homes, it doesn’t mean we wish we could wipe them off the face of the planet or head to their natural habitats in the forest to attack them unprovoked. Everyone, to some degree, should learn to appreciate the importance of…
Read MoreWhat Are Signs of Carpet Beetles?
Ever heard the phrase “know thy enemy”? When carpet beetles or other similarly stubborn pests try plaguing your home, you’ve got to get to know them to eradicate their presence and prevent them from returning. Learning the signs of carpet beetles will help you choose the most effective and convenient approach to banish them…
Read MoreWhat Are the No Mow May Benefits? Is It Worth It?
“#NoMowMay” is a global environmental conservationist movement started by the UK-based organization Plantlife in 2019. The movement campaigns annually, encouraging homeowners worldwide to stop mowing their lawns each May before returning to regular mowing each June. But what are the No Mow May benefits? Do the drawbacks outweigh them? Fortunately, this blog has the…
Read MoreApril Showers Bring May Insects: Rain And Pest Problems
Original Publish Date: April 27th, 2017 | Updated: April 24th 2025 During an April downpour, insects are probably the last thing on your mind. However, you’re more likely to have pest problems on your property after rains than before. Wet, rainy climates are the perfect environment for many insects because moisture aids development.…
Read MoreWhy Are Ants in My House?
“Why are ants in my house?!” You can only ask yourself that, then clean your whole house top-to-bottom (again) so many times before you’re driven to insanity. Maybe that is a bit overdramatic, but we’re not just Birmingham’s top pest control experts; we speak from experience as homeowners, too! So, trust us, we understand…
Read MoreWhy You Need to Skip the DIY Termite Treatment & Call a Professional
Original Publish Date: March 01, 2022 | Updated: April 10, 2025 Unfortunately, bears in the forest and little squirrels on your lawn are not the only critters emerging from wintertime hideouts (e.g., a nest, burrow, den, or cave). Termites emerge in the spring, too. Though, instead of hibernating, they spend the winter in…
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