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By Jackson Simkins August 14, 2026
Found a large, fast-moving spider in your Tampa Bay home? It's probably a wolf spider — not a brown recluse. Here's how to tell the difference for sure.
By Jackson Simkins August 10, 2026
Yellow jackets are especially active in late summer. Learn how to spot a nest, why they’re dangerous, and what to do if you find one in your yard.
By Jackson Simkins August 7, 2026
Finding millipedes all over your garage after it rains? Here's exactly why it happens and what Tampa Bay homeowners can do to stop it for good.
By Jackson Simkins August 3, 2026
That fuzzy red "ant" in your yard isn't an ant — it's a wasp with one of the most painful stings in Florida. Learn what velvet ants are and what to do.
By Jackson Simkins July 31, 2026
Hear directly from our CEO as he shares his thoughts on becoming President of the Carrollwood Area Business Association (CABA) and his commitment to serving our local business community.
By Jackson Simkins July 27, 2026
Found small dark droppings in your home? In Florida it could be a lizard — or a rat. Here's the one feature that tells you exactly which one it is.
By Jackson Simkins July 21, 2026
Getting bitten but can't see what's biting you? It's probably a no-see-um. Learn what biting midges are and how to stop them in Tampa Bay.
By Jackson Simkins July 13, 2026
Think squirrels in your attic? Learn the warning signs, damage they cause, when they're most active in Florida, and how to keep them out of your home.
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