Bug Boyz Bulletin

The difference between Formosans and other subterranean termites is like the difference between the Terminator and Paul Blart, Mall Cop.

Lethal Viral Necrosis has been positively identified in Floratam lawns in Southwest Florida and is lethal to the grass, with no known cure.

When there is an excess of water, ants and roaches are displaced from their homes and, just like humans, seek higher ground.

In addition to the devastating effects of storm surge on homes, lawns and plants took a beating from the increased salinity on root systems.

Was your turf and plants affected by storm surge during Hurricane Milton? You may not have to replace your sod this time! We have a solution.

This week’s Tech Spotlight is shining on Tempco Technician and not only Florida native, but Fort Myers native (rare find), Drew Garrelts!

I’ve seen a once rare but increasingly more common and destructive insect inside a Bonita Springs home, the Formosan Subterranean Termite.

There are many types of termites you may see this time of year, and they may be harmless. Or, they could be a sign of potential colonization.

Native trees, especially most palm trees, remained standing after Hurricane Ian. Should I trim the remaining palm trees?

You hear the high-pitched buzzing of a mosquito start right next to your ear, so you do what seems logical - smack yourself in the ear. Hard.

Millipedes kind of look like worms, but they have legs – a lot of them. Kind of sort of like a caterpillar, but not fuzzy at all.

Formosan termites thrive in moist, warm climates, like southern portion of the United States, like Florida.

We are in a strange time of year, stuck right between rainy season and dry season when Florida lawns are subject to extreme weather.

I like making a personal connection and having the chance to understand my client’s concerns. It’s nice to put a name and address to a face.

Mark Stahl recommends homeowners look for signs of termite frass and other bug droppings. Frass looks like sawdust and is gritty like sand.

Rats can be pests that cause massive destruction in attics, pantries, and closets, but Lotto was different. Rats can be more than just pests.

Bryan says his most challenging yard issues are cinch bug and fungus as they both require a lot of maintenance.

Our inspections for attic restoration often find critter entry points that can be covered by your insurance.

Patryk stresses the importance of proper irrigation which is critical to lawn care. A lack of water can kill a lawn but, so can overwatering.

Daniel Phelps, General Household Pest Technician says minimizing clutter inside your home greatly reduces the likelihood of pest issues.

Telltale signs of rats in your home are rodent poop, chewed-up wrapping paper, photos, insulation and wires, and holes in food containers.

Josue Gonzalez is a Lawn, and Ornamental Technician. His name is pronounced ho-sway. He is the go-to for fixing your and improving your lawn.

There are many DIY over-the-counter flea treatments available but, we’re finding that fleas have built up a resistance to these treatments.

Bill Bock Originally from Philadelphia, PA, Bill started working for Tempco in 2018 and has been serving customers with a smile ever since. Bill is a Marine Corp. veteran, Corporal E4 who received special recognition as Meritorious Corporal in Afghanistan. He was a member of the 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marines who were involved in providing…

Eco-friendly and Pet-friendly Pest Control Solutions I love animals and our environment and have committed to preserve our natural resources to the best of my ability both professionally and personally. My wife, daughter and I recently moved into an historic home once owned by Dr. George W. Tyrell, a great friend of Thomas Edison, who’s…

Tempco’s new Water Management System may be the elixir your lawn and grass desperately needs in the dry winter months.

Depending on the type of critter that comes into your home, your insurance may cover a full attic restoration.

Attic restoration is our most requested service this time of year because you can find signs of rats, raccoons, and opossums in your attic.

Ghost ants are opaque or transparent like a ghosts, very difficult to see. They are small and love tiny cracks and crevices of your home.

Crazy ants are tiny and scurry around eating anything from live and dead insects to fruits, plants and your open box of Captain Crunch.

If you’ve lived in Florida and not gotten attacked by fire ants yet, consider yourself very lucky. But don’t get too comfortable.

Lawns are affected by many factors and summertime weather is one of the most challenging for keeping lawns and shrubs healthy.

Whiteflies are getting ready to make their marks, literally, on our trees and shrubs.  Whiteflies feast on more than 60 types of trees and shrubs and lay eggs in a white lacy pattern on the underside of the leaf. In the young stage, the insect feeds on the plant’s fluids with piercing mouthparts. It sucks…

One would think that removing the head of a living creature like a roaches would be the end of said living creature. Like pretty close to immediately. Unless you’re a chicken. We all know about running around like a chicken with its head cut off. But what about a creature without a head that still…

When we hear the word termite, our minds go to a variety of bad scenarios – damaged wood, rotted floorboards, tents, costly repairs. Let’s face it, nobody likes termites. Well, except for maybe ants. Ants are natural predators to termites, so if you have an active termite colony, there’s a good chance, you have happy…

This is the time of year that many of us visit an area of our homes we really don’t enjoy going into. The Attic Let’s face it. Nobody looks forward to ascending those stairs into an unbelievably hot attic. Storage space in most Florida homes is pretty limited, so holiday decorations are often tucked away…

Is that grubby grass or is there a fungus among us? Finding out could be a chinch. As we start to emerge from the rainy season, our lawns may be a bit worse for wear. Tempco’s lawn maintenance and fertilizer team is hard at work this time of year analyzing and treating several lawn problems…