Summer Bugs You Should Be Glad Are Around
Summer Bugs You Should Be Glad Are Around Believe it or not, not all bugs are bad! Many bugs are vital to your garden and outdoor spaces; they’re the good pests that keep the bad ones out of your garden. At Vulcan Termite & Pest Control Inc., we take pride in being one of…
Read MoreBeat the Bugs with These Smart Summer Pest Control Tips
Beat the Bugs with These Smart Summer Pest Control Tips The summer season makes for a party every day with pool days and backyard BBQs to attend and nature trails to trek. That is, until the bugs show up, ruining the fun. It’s hard to have a pest-free summer, especially in Alabama’s humid climate.…
Read MoreHow to Get Rid of the Green Peach Aphid
How to Get Rid of the Green Peach Aphid If your produce is suddenly dying without an apparent cause, your home garden might be under attack by the small-but-mighty green peach aphid. These are the most common aphid species and can be present in your garden throughout the year. So, what does this mean…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Bugs on My Dog with Household Flea Control
Original Publish Date: March 5th, 2015 | Updated: June 26th, 2025 Summer is in full swing, and so are those pesky fleas, so it’s time to make sure your furry friend is protected. These common pests may seem ordinary, but fleas can pose a threat to your family and your pets; they are…
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…
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