Just like us, mosquitoes love the weather here in Florida! They thrive in our subtropical climate, which can make it difficult to fully enjoy the outdoors. Even though they are here year-round, expect the peak of mosquito season in Fort Myers, Florida to be April through October. During this time, these annoying invaders are in their prime, attacking our arms …
Have you ever said to yourself, “Mosquitos seem to hunt me down!” Believe it or not, there is some truth to this statement. It’s actually a combination of factors that contribute to these little ankle biters following you around that outdoor barbeque. Let’s look at a few to discover why mosquitoes find you especially delicious. Why Do Mosquitoes Bite? The …
As the Florida Pest Management Association embarks on their 70th Anniversary, I’m truly honored to serve this year as the organization’s 68th President. I just want to start by thanking 2014 President Billy Riley for his outstanding leadership and dedication to serving our membership over this past year. The theme for his term… Member Driven. Industry Focused epitomized what the …
Have you ever wondered how to keep your grass green or get rid of a household pest problem? Where do you start when you want to learn more about any given topic? I bet the first thing you do is search the Internet for free, helpful information and photos… am I right?
As we hope you know, we’re committed to providing the highest level of service for each of the solutions we provide! We know how important it is to you to assure your home and your family are kept safe from the pests so prevalent in Southwest Florida – especially when it comes to bed bugs! We’re happy to announce our …
I’ve heard many people say that they don’t have cockroaches, they’re just “palmetto bugs”. But are they really? The palmetto bug is also known as the Florida woods cockroach and the truth is, you aren’t very likely to see one in your home. They are what Floridians find in their saw-palmetto fan palms and cabbage palms. Old timers originally called …
I’ve just been stabbed! No wait…it was just a mosquito bite. Imagine, minding your own business, relaxing on your patio when… BAM! You feel an intense, stabbing pain shoot through your body. How shocked would you be to discover…
Do you know how much damage termites can do to a home? The effects of a termite infestation can be devastating to a family. Your home is supposed to be a safe place for your family, but hidden behind the walls and ceiling, there may be a problem growing that you’re completely unaware of. Termite protection isn’t something people really like to …
We hope you had a great 2012 and are enjoying 2013 so far! January seemed to fly by in the blink of an eye, so before 2013 is here and gone, I thought it might be nice to share some of the highlights from the past year at Larue Pest Management. 2012 was a very successful year for us, which …
When was the last time your business benefited from commercial pest management? Do you feel prepared? It only takes one roach, mosquito, bed bug or termite to breach your business and lay an egg that can lead to catastrophe. While customers & clients come in and out of your doors everyday, there’s bound to be some unwanted hitch hikers. So …