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5 Pest Control Tips For Greater Jax Homeowners

Dec 17, 2024

Jacksonville’s warm, humid climate may be great for beach days and backyard barbecues, but also creates the perfect environment for pests to thrive. From mosquitoes and ants to cockroaches and rodents, pests can quickly make themselves at home if you’re not careful. However, with the proper preventative measures, you can keep pests out of your home and enjoy your outdoor living space without worrying about unwelcome guests. In toda...

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Is Seeing One Mouse In My Jacksonville Home Something To Worry About?

Dec 6, 2024

If you’ve spotted a mouse scurrying across your kitchen floor or hiding in the corner of your garage, you might wonder: Is this one little visitor something to worry about? For homeowners in Jacksonville, Florida, the answer is a cautious yes. Even a single mouse can signal a potential problem, and it’s best to address it before it turns into a full-blown takeover. In today’s blog post, we’ll take a look at why mice are...

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Can Cockroaches Make You Sick?

Nov 22, 2024

When you live in Greater Jacksonville, you get used to seeing cockroaches. These pests are common in the area and First Coast communities, and when something is common, people sometimes start to overlook that thing. However, ignoring cockroaches that you see in your home is a mistake. These pests breed rapidly, and an infestation of any size can be dangerous for everyone in your home. Learn more about the risks associated with a cockroach infe...

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How To Prevent Cockroach Infestations During The Holiday Season

Nov 5, 2024

There is so much to look forward to once the holiday season begins! Time with family, holiday parties, and cozy decorations are just a few of the highlights. And then there’s the food! From a Thanksgiving meal with all the fixings to Hanukkah latkes and Christmas cookies, the holiday season provides us with all the excuses we need to spend our days or evenings concocting our favorite goodies in the kitchen. ...

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Getting Rid Of Mice In Your Jacksonville Home

Oct 21, 2024

Mice are common and troublesome pests in Jacksonville. While they look small and harmless, these rodents can bring a lot of problems into a home. They're quick to breed, hard to eliminate, and have a knack for causing damage. At Lindsey Pest Services, we know how challenging it can be to deal with a mouse problem. Here's everything you need to know about spotting, preventing, and, most of all, getting rid of mice. ...

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How Hurricanes Affect Pest Activity

Oct 3, 2024

As Jacksonville’s leading pest control company, Lindsey Pest Services stays on top of weather data because pest activity is closely tied to weather patterns. Recently, Hurricane Helene caused devastation in other parts of the country, and although Jacksonville was spared a direct hit, we’re still feeling the effects. According to the National Hurricane Center, we may see up to 25 named storms this year, with 8 to 13 becoming hurric...

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Signs Of Bed Bugs

Sep 27, 2024

Bed bugs. Just hearing the name can make your skin crawl. Unfortunately, dealing with bed bugs is more than just an itchy inconvenience for property owners in Jacksonville and along the First Coast. These biting pests are small, but they can cause big problems. In today’s blog post, we’ll look at what these pests are, their associated problems, and how to tell if bed bugs have infested your home (or business). We’ll also offe...

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A Homeowners Guide To Silverfish In Greater Jacksonville

Sep 6, 2024

Silverfish are common household pests in Greater Jacksonville and along the First Coast. While they don't pose direct threats to humans, they can be a nuisance and cause damage to items inside homes. Let’s look at what attracts silverfish to Florida homes, what attracts these pests, when property owners are more likely to see them, and how to prevent an infestation....

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Does One Cockroach Mean An Infestation?

Aug 22, 2024

You spot a cockroach scurrying across the kitchen floor. Is it just one lost bug or a sign of something bigger? The warm and humid climate in Jacksonville and throughout the First Coast and Northern Florida makes it a prime spot for cockroaches, so finding one in your home could be more than just a one-time sighting. In today’s blog, we’ll identify the types of roaches you might see, why one could mean many, the health risks they b...

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The Trick To Effective Pharaoh Ant Control In Jacksonville

Aug 7, 2024

In Jacksonville, we're all used to the summer humidity and those classic Floridian rainstorms. As the seasons change, this weather can also create a cozy environment for ants looking for food, water, or a break from the outdoors. While surprising, some ants can carry bacteria like salmonella into our homes. One ant to watch out for is the Pharaoh ant, which sometimes seeks moisture in unexpected places, like hospitals. ...

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Everything You Need To Know About Flying Ants

Jul 24, 2024

If you've noticed a sudden swarm of winged insects around your property, you might have encountered flying ants. These are not a separate species but rather a reproductive stage in the life cycle of ants. Commonly seen in species like carpenter ants or fire ants, these ants grow wings to mate and establish new colonies. Both male and female ants in this phase are called alates and can be identified by their wings and larger size than regular w...

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Why Are German Cockroaches In Jacksonville So Terrible?

Jul 5, 2024

Currently, German cockroaches are a big problem in Jacksonville and along the First Coast. Not that they aren’t an issue always; we’ve just seen a significant increase in activity lately. Why do they do so well here? There are a few key factors to consider. Today's blog post will identify how German roaches get in, where they prefer to hide, and what conditions allow them to thrive. We will also cover the health risks associated wi...

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