Last week we talked about some pretty gross stuff, so we thought we would head in a different direction this week. Normally, when people think of bugs, they think creepy, crawly, ugly, slimy…you get the idea! But did you know bugs can be used as art? One creative artist by the name of Christopher Marley, [...]
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Housefly Horrors
So, you see a little fly buzzing around your house, reach for your fly swatter and SPLAT! All taken care of, right? Hmm…not so fast! These little bugs can cause BIG problems! Wikipedia states, “The housefly (also house fly, house-fly or common housefly), Musca domestica, is a fly of the suborder Cyclorrhapha. It is the most common of all domestic flies, accounting for about 91% [...]
The Clean Fifteen: Part Two
We know you’ve been waiting anxiously all week for the second part of The Clean Fifteen! Let’s waste no more time…here is Part Two of those fruits and veggies you don’t necessarily have to buy organic! (In case you missed it, click here to read Part One!) The Clean Fifteen Continued… 8. Kiwi: Kiwi peel [...]
The Clean Fifteen: Part One
In our last two blog posts, we shared with you the Dirty Dozen—those fruits and vegetables you should consider buying organic based on the amount of pesticide residue found on them. But let’s face it, organic produce can sometimes put a strain on your food budget! If you need to pinch pennies and stretch your grocery [...]
The Dirty Dozen: Part Two
Last week we introduced you to the first six of the dirty dozen! No, we don’t mean this dirty dozen—we mean those fruits and vegetables that have the highest reported levels of residual pesticide. Here’s the other 6 of The Dirty Dozen! 7. Grapes (Imported) Imported grapes can have more than 30 pesticides. Raisins also have high pesticide [...]
The Dirty Dozen: Part One
Here at Good News Pest Solutions we believe in being green….and not just in pest control! We believe using green or organic products are better for ourselves and the environment! And we know people are looking for products that work without poisoning our ground, our water, our air, our pets or ourselves. With this in mind, [...]
Act Now to Remove Bats!
Did you know bats are protected under Florida Wildlife Laws and it’s illegal to willfully kill bats in Florida? And, did you know if you would like to have bats safely removed from your home or commercial property (bat exclusion), there’s a window of time in which that can be legally done? Since bats are [...]
Would You Eat Bugs?
How does a hot, steaming plate of crunchy crickets or some deep-fried juicy grubs sound for dinner? “No, thank you,” you emphatically say? Well, you might just be missing out! Human insect-eating or entomophagy, is very common in some cultures around the world , such as North, Central and South America; and Africa, Asia, Australia and [...]
The Difference Between An Ant And A Termite
Many homeowners panic at the sight of a tiny-winged insect in their home. Their first thought usually is: TERMITES! The panicked feeling is understandable considering termites can do a lot of damage to your dwelling. But not all tiny-winged critters are termites. Ants and termites can look a lot alike and telling them apart can be [...]
Termite Week Favorite Links
Termite Week has been a blast! If you missed it, check out Termite Week on Facebook at the Good News Pest Solutions page and learn all you ever wanted to know about ‘em! To wrap it up, we thought we would share some of our favorite termite links so you can learn even more about these non-stop [...]
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How to Get Rid of Ants
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Macy’s Termite & Pest Control Reaches Out Into Community
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The Most Dangerous Spiders in Florida
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The Dirty Dozen: Part One
- Steer Clear from Rodents this Winter!
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Bugs are Pretty Too!
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Housefly Horrors
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The Clean Fifteen: Part Two
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The Clean Fifteen: Part One
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The Dirty Dozen: Part Two
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