Identification tips, prevention guidance and answers to common pest questions from On Demand Pest Control.
At a glance Rodent droppings are evidence of an infestation and potential contamination, but their presence does not tell you which pathogen is present or
At a glance South Florida’s after-dark activity includes insects and other arthropods, such as centipedes. Some are attracted toward lights; others emerge from sheltered areas
At a glance Integrated pest management, or IPM, is a decision process: identify the pest, monitor its activity, decide when action is needed, prevent the
At a glance A pest-friendly environment supplies some combination of food, water, shelter and access. Removing those conditions is practical prevention, but a clean home
At a glance A small dark fly in a Florida yard is not automatically a black fly. True black flies belong to the family Simuliidae,
At a glance Dengue is a viral illness usually spread by infected Aedes mosquitoes. Local transmission has occurred in Florida, but an older outbreak list
At a glance Termite bait stations can be worthwhile when they are part of an appropriate, maintained program for subterranean termites. Their value depends on
At a glance Application, reentry clearance and confirmation of termite control are different milestones. Species, treatment coverage and follow-up findings determine the timeline. Key Takeaways
Browse article topics At a glance Why Do Mosquito Bites Itch in the First Place? The Role of Histamine in Bite Reactions How Does Alcohol
At a glance Salt is not an established complete household flea treatment. Coordinate veterinary pet care with cleaning and labeled environmental measures instead of a
Evaluate orange-oil termite claims through species, detection, treatment reach, exposure and follow-up without equating contact kill with colony elimination.
At a glance Learn which early bed bug signs are useful, why bites alone are inconclusive, and how to inspect, monitor, and request help without
At a glance Conehead termite soldiers emit defensive secretion through a nasus. In Florida, suspected coneheads need identification and reporting to FDACS; avoid disturbing nests
At a glance Identify suspected widows safely, reduce habitat, and choose appropriate professional and medical help. Key Takeaways How to Identify Black Widow Spiders Key
At a glance Locate the source and use CDC wet-cleaning precautions for accessible dead rodents. Odor products do not disinfect contamination or replace safe removal.
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