Apalachicola, FL Pest Control

Apalachicola's Silent Invaders: Understanding The Threat Termites Pose

Because of how much damage they can do to properties, people often assume they would know if they had a termite infestation. But termites are good at hiding, and the damage they cause can be subtle for long stretches of the year before the outward signs are noticeable to anyone who isn’t trained on how to spot them. 

The key to avoiding termite damage is not assuming you don’t have a problem. Regular termite inspections conducted by experts are never a waste of time; they give you peace of mind that a destructive colony isn’t growing. If termite activity is discovered, termite control experts can quickly eliminate the population using treatments that actually address the entire colony. 

At Florida Sun Termite and Pest, we aim to save every local property from falling to termites. With our termite inspections and treatments, infestations are short-lived or avoided entirely. Contact us today to get started on termite control for your Apalachicola property. 

Why Spiders Are A Concern For Apalachicola Homeowners

Not only can certain spider populations pose larger dangers to your health, but all spider populations are evidence of larger pest populations that have already grown on your property. Spiders don’t scavenge for food like other pests. Instead, they hunt other pests for meals, so they are attracted to properties that already have populations of prey for them to go after. 

While most household spiders are relatively harmless to people and pets, some species can be highly venomous and pose larger threats with their bites. Spiders like black widows and brown recluses can be found all over the continental United States, including in Florida. They can and will invade yards and homes in search of prey. 

All spiders tend to keep to themselves rather than seek out people to bite, but if they are startled or find their nesting grounds invaded by people or animals, spiders can and will bite. At best, these bites lead to itchy or painful welts on the skin. At worst, they can lead to worsening symptoms like nausea and dizziness if the spider is one of these more venomous varieties. 

This is why proper spider control is necessary for all homeowners, whether it’s spiders themselves that have invaded or it’s other bugs that might attract spider populations to your yard and interior. At Florida Sun Termite and Pest, we inspect properties for signs of spiders and other pests and then apply broad-spectrum treatments that ward off all kinds of infestations. 

Learn more about how we can help your Apalachicola home stay free of spiders and other nasty pests by contacting Florida Sun Termite and Pest today. 

The Ultimate Guide To Rodent Control In Apalachicola

One thing most property owners neglect to do when it comes to pest control is to think about the ways infestations form on their properties. Most people only worry about pest infestations once they spot property damage or other signs of activity around their homes, but this is a recipe for disaster. It’s better to address the factors that attract pests to your home in the first place, not just eliminate pests after they’re already causing issues. 

With rodents, in particular, infestations can introduce larger dangers to your home. Not only do these pests chew constantly on household items and cause bite and scratch marks, but they also carry diseases and parasites that can be introduced to your property. 

To reduce your risk of these dangers, you need to take the following actions: 

• Attractants: Rodents are drawn to homes by the presence of food, water, and shelter. Reducing their access to these attractants — by regularly deep cleaning around your home and storing food in secure containers and locations, for example — can help reduce your risk of infestation.  
• Access: Rodents can claw and chew their way through most kinds of building materials, so even tiny access points around your yard and home can provide them entry. Regularly inspecting and repairing potential access points is key. 
• Inspections and treatments: Speaking of inspections, rodent control experts should be called upon to check your property thoroughly for signs of rodents or attractants. They can also apply treatments and monitoring services that help ensure future infestations don’t form or are caught quickly. 

The best rodent control near you in Apalachicola comes from Florida Sun Termite and Pest, so contact us today to get started.