Pest Control for Ticks While Camping
As the season transitions from summer to fall, the time of year makes for prime camping weather. It’s the perfect time to enjoy cooler temperatures, scenic views, and cozy campfires without the summer crowd. Even though temperatures have dropped and seasonal tourists have packed up, some pests, like ticks, remain. In fact, fall is…
Read MoreCobweb Spiders: Helpful Housemates or Unwanted Guests?
You’ve probably noticed the thin webs hanging along the corners of the wall or around light fixtures. Cobweb spiders (AKA “cellar spiders”) are to thank for that. As their name suggests, cobweb spiders are web-building spiders found in nooks and crannies around the house. Although they might cause an extra step in your housekeeping…
Read MoreWhen Do Mosquitoes Die in the Fall? What You Should Know About Seasonal Pest Control
As fall approaches, there’s one bug that we’re all happy to see die off: mosquitoes. By the time cooler weather finally flies around, we’re eager to say “GOOD RIDDANCE!” to the itching, buzzing, and biting that come with mosquito season. So when do mosquitoes die in the fall? The global mosquito population has grown…
Read MoreWhat’s Bugging You This Fall? Meet Alabama’s Most Active Autumn Bugs
Like anything in nature, the changing seasons affect pests and their behaviors. Certain groups of pests like to make their way into your home as the fall season approaches. Here’s the autumn bugs to look for here in Alabama and what to do if they start bugging you. Pests During Autumn—What Changes? While…
Read MoreTips to Protect Your Prized Plants From Pests | National Indoor Plant Week
What better time than National Indoor Plant Week to share tips and tricks for choosing the best indoor plants for your home? Houseplants have many benefits, including livening up your indoor space, which inspires creativity and elevates a good mood for many. There are a few things to consider when picking a plant for…
Read MoreThe Best Beneficial Insects for a Healthy Fall Garden
It’s that time of year again! As the summer heat starts to cool down, fall garden preparation begins. A garden is a unique micro ecosystem. The soil, the sunlight, and the moisture all affect the survival of delicate plants that are trying to take root. There’s one other thing we can’t forget— our insect…
Read MoreSeptember Is Sweet! What You Need to Know This National Honey Month
Honey tastes a little sweeter this September at Vulcan Termite & Pest Control Inc., all thanks to the bees! September is National Honey Month, a time to celebrate the hardworking bees and the devoted beekeepers who support them. Believe it or not, our pest professionals like to see beneficial insects like honeybees buzzing in…
Read MoreWhy Are Gnats So Bad This Year? Answers from Experts & Control Tips
Have you noticed more gnats this summer than you remember seeing in years past? We agree there are more gnats around than ever, but how come? In short, because of climate change and the extinction risks gnats’ predators face. Stay tuned to learn more about identifying gnats, why they’re so bad this year, and…
Read MoreGnats vs Fruit Flies: How to Tell the Difference and Get Rid of Them Both
Gnats and fruit flies are annoying because they zip past you, through your front door into your house, and multiply before you can stop them. You might think, “They’re all a nuisance, so what difference does it make?” Although they both appear similar in their small size, it is crucial to know the difference…
Read MoreHow to Check for Ticks on Yourself & What to Do If You Find One
It’s time for a tick talk, because they’re around even when you don’t know it. They lurk through tall grasses, wooded areas, and backyards. They attach to warm-bodied hosts like you, your pets, and wild animals. Ticks are a type of arachnid (like spiders!), and much like outdoor-loving humans, their peak activity periods occur…
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