February, 2013 | Haggerty Services

Carpenter Ant Sightings In Your Florida Home? How Alarmed Should You Be?

Posted by haggerty
On February 26, 2013
boca raton, carpenter ants, infestations, pest control professional, South Florida

Because of their name, carpenter ants are usually associated with structural wood damage in homes and other buildings. They’re often even mistaken for termites. The carpenter ant species in South Florida are generally attracted only to soft or rotting wood outdoors.

Posted by haggerty
On February 19, 2013
boca raton, pest control program, pesticides, South Florida, white-footed ants

Originating in Indonesia, white-footed ants are world travelers. Their most recent destination is, unfortunately, right here in South Florida.

Posted by haggerty
On February 5, 2013
black widow, Florida's Gold Coast, palm beach, pest control professional, pest control program, spider bites, venomous spiders

While most spiders you’re likely to encounter in your home and yard are harmless, a few species of venomous spiders are present in the Gold Coast of Florida. Prevention of spider bites involves eliminating the insects as part of a pest control program carried out by professionals like Haggerty Services.

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