Termite Q&A: Everything You Want to Know About These Unwanted House Guests
We field a lot of homeowner questions here at Holder Pest Control, but none leave homeowners feeling more concerned than the questions we get about termites. Most people have some idea what termites are and that they can damage your home. But rarely do our customers understand quite how precarious a termite infestation can be. If […]
Spring Cleaning? Kick Bugs to the Curb With More Effective Pest Control
When you live in Central Florida, the idea of seasons can be difficult to imagine. Most of the year feels like summer. Then for several months, we get a tiny taste of winter followed by a few weeks of what is, unquestionably, spring. This time of year (before it becomes unbearably hot outside) is the […]
Identifying Your Ants: The 6 Most Common In Central Florida
The state of Florida is bubbling over with signs of life. Our warm, humid weather enables plants, insects, and animals to thrive year-round. There are tons of different bugs that inhabit our area. Some you’ll never actually come in contact with, but others become a frustrating part of our lives as we use pest control to […]
3 Key Reasons Your DIY Pest Control Efforts Aren’t Working
Have you ever been enjoying a family movie night, cuddled up on the couch with your loved ones, only to see a tiny shadow darting across the floor out of your peripheral vision? It sounds like an awfully specific example, but you’d be surprised to learn how many people learn they have a pest problem […]
How Much Damage Can Termites Actually Cause? When You’ll Need to Call A Professional
Termites are the bane of any homeowner’s existence. We all have an idea of what termites are, and we’re positive that we don’t want an infestation on our property, but most homeowners are left with many questions about how termites impact their lives. By virtue of your being here, you probably already have questions about […]
Monthly Scheduled Services: Holder Pest Control Can Help You Maintain Your Property More Effectively
We’ve all experienced a surprise pest moment. One second you’re sitting blissfully in the living room, lounging in the bath, or tidying in the kitchen when, out of the corner of your eye, you see a surprise pest scurry across the floor. It’s amazing how seeing one bug in your house can change your perception of […]
Top Pests to Be Wary of During Florida’s Winter Season
There’s good news and bad news when it comes to pest infestations during Florida’s relatively mild winter season. The good news is a lot of pests hibernate during this time of year, and the unfortunate news is many of them seek shelter inside our homes. We are right there with you if you’re worried about […]
Own a Historic DeLand Home? Here’s What You Need to Know About Termites
So, you’re lucky enough to own a piece of DeLand’s history? We’re fortunate to live in a place filled with beautiful homes and classic old architecture. But all of those old homes come with their challenges. One of the significant challenges historic homeowners face is termites. We can all imagine how a home that’s been […]
4 Tips for Maintaining a Healthy, Pest Free Home
Can you believe we are already in the last few months of this calendar year? Each season of the year brings its own set of traditions and experiences, and the end of the calendar year often becomes a time when people open their homes to family and friends. From Halloween parties to New Year’s Eve […]
Carpenter Ants or Termites? Key Differences and What To Do If You Have Them
We all know by now that termites are pests we should all keep our eye out for, especially in the state of Florida. These humidity-loving, wood-hungry bugs can cause tons of damage to a building in pretty short order. But did you know they’re not the only wood-destroying organisms homeowners should worry about? Lately, here […]
