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Termite Colonies, Castes & History with Humans

Termites are incredibly interesting insects that show the intelligent design in our world. In a colony of termites, there are castes, which are different types of termites that each have a role in sustaining and building the colony. A typical termite colony will have: eggs, larvae, workers, soldiers, and a king (male) and queen (female). A termite colony life cycle will start with eggs that hatch to larvae. Nymphs will

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FAQs About Termites & Your Home

What is the Story with Termites in Florida? It is estimated 60% of homes in Florida have some evidence of termites. Subterranean termite colonies live underground and enter through plumbing pipes, cracks to your home’s foundation, and wood to ground contact, such as porch and deck supports and landscape mulch. They can also build mud tubes and tunnels to reach wood several feet above the ground. Termites need food (cellulose,

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Asian Termites vs. Formosan Termites in Florida

Asian termites have become a major problem in South Florida. They are a new species native to South East Asia that most likely arrived via shipping ports in the early 1990’s. Asian termites are very similar to Formosan termites but are better suited for tropical climates. They have a long-life cycle, ranging from five to eight years. Since 2000, Formosan and Asian termites have grown significantly in Florida. From 2000

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Lessons from the #MPRRaccoon Raccoon Internet Sensation

You may not have noticed, but one of the biggest sensations on the internet this week was a cute raccoon that blew up the internet.. It wasn’t her cute looks that caught the attention of the masses; it was that she scaled a 23-story concrete building in downtown Minneapolis all on her own (with no shortage of cameras watching and a plethora of bystanders giving real time updates). Once she

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Top 7 Diseases Directly Transmitted By Rodents

One of the most common groups of household pests is rodents. These tiny creatures are known for getting in walls and attics, chewing on your electrical wiring, and even damaging the structural integrity of your home. We offer our animal control solutions in Daytona, Port Orange, Edgewater, New Smyrna and throughout Flagler and Volusia Counties and parts of Brevard County. Aside from being gross, rodents are dangerous and are capable of

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Misunderstandings About Cockroaches That Get in the Way of Proper Eradication

Cockroaches are relatives of the termite and are one of the most common household pests, cockroaches of some type can be found all over the world. There are 30 varieties of cockroaches that cohabitate in human living environments, Despite this, many people don’t know a lot of true facts about these insects. This can be problematic if you have a cockroach infestation.   Misunderstandings About Cockroaches Cockroaches are curious creatures

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Common Myths About Bed Bugs

It’s estimated that 20 percent of American families have either dealt with bed bugs or know someone whose house was infested. Bed bugs are an insidious pest because their numbers will multiply quickly and it is very difficult to eradicate the infestation without the assistance of a professional bed bug exterminator. There is a lot of misinformation about bed bugs, and some of it can be potentially dangerous. Here are

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3 Types of Ants That Can Damage Your Yard

Ants are annoying inside of your home, and even when they’re outdoors, ants can damage your yard. Field ants, farming ants, and army ants can all damage your grass if the situation is left untreated. Field Ants Field ants are not a specific species of ant. Rather, the term field ants refers to various species of ants that like to live in lawns and fields. What They Look LikeField ants

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Fumigation Is a Safe and Effective Way to Exterminate Termites in Your Home

No one in Eastern Florida is better at exterminating termites and effectively preventing them from returning than Dave’s Pest Control. We’ve learned a lot about exterminating termites since our founding in 1980.Termites do a lot of damage to an infested home. Regular inspections for these and other pests remains an important part of home ownership. When found early, a pest control company can eradicate them more easily. If you have

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Common Myths About Bed Bugs

It’s estimated that 20 percent of American families have either dealt with bed bugs or know someone whose house was infested. Bed bugs are an insidious pest because their numbers

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