Spending time outdoors in your yard is meant to be enjoyable and relaxing. However, if your outdoor spaces are overrun with pesky mosquitoes, it can quickly become a nuisance to be outside. It may seem impossible to be rid of mosquitoes in Florida, but there are several steps you can take as a homeowner to…
In the upcoming summer months, you may start to realize something is eating your lawn. The first step is identifying the hungry culprit, as this helps ensure you can treat it effectively. Different grass types are attacked by different Florida lawn insects, and how to treat those pests is unique to the type of insect…
Fertilizing a Florida lawn can be complex and requires more than mowing, weeding, and overseeding. Creating a lush, emerald green lawn with healthy grass blades should include a well-routined fertilizer schedule that considers the weather patterns like climate changes, expected rainfall, storm seasons, and more. Fertilizer application can make or break the beauty and health…
April is a peak month for termites to start swarming in Florida, putting homes and businesses at increased risk of becoming infested. During swarm season, it is especially important to be on the lookout for signs of termite colonies around your property during this time of year, as infestations that go undetected can lead to…
A variety of Florida insects wake up in spring and early summer months, ready to wreak havoc on your home or business. Whether they bite, sting, chew, infest your home or consume your home’s structure, these bugs are bad news! Here are some of the most common culprits and what to expect from them. Termites…
Florida can present difficulties when it comes to managing your lawn. Simply put, we don’t always have the lushest of environments. We have to deal with heavy rain, scorching heat, unbearable humidity, super-salty-seaside factors, and, our least favorite, hurricane season. All of that combined makes for less than ideal conditions – especially for that lush,…
Florida has a different termite swarming season than most states, starting in October and can last through May, depending on the species! This can also vary depending on weather conditions. During the swarming season, termites emerge to mate and establish new colonies, which often include vulnerable residential properties. Termites can literally eat a home out…
Having a home in Florida involves a lot of outdoor activities and entertainment in the backyard so you want to keep it as bug free as possible! There are a few DIY tips you can take to help keep the bugs away throughout the year. Install Patio Fans Mosquitos may have a tough sting, but…
Our team at Brock Lawn & Pest Control was honored to compete in the 7th annual Bay Breeze Patio Eggs on the Beach event! Eggs on the Beach is a fundraising event benefiting the Fisher House of the Emerald Coast, as well as Food for Thought and several other non-profits in our community. Fisher House…