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Why You Need Pest Control (6 Important Reasons to Consider) by Hulett

Why You Need Pest Control (6 Important Reasons to Consider) by Hulett

  • Posted: May 02, 2022
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Why You Need Pest Control (6 Important Reasons to Consider)

by Hulett Environmental Services

 

In South Florida, pest control is a necessity year-round. The hot and humid weather keeps bugs active all the time. There are many reasons why pest control should be a consideration for your home. Homeowners need pest control as part of their regular home maintenance routine to help protect themselves, their family, and their biggest investment, their home. This is especially true in Boca Raton, West Palm Beach, Jupiter, and all the way up to Fort Pierce and the rest of South Florida, where ants, termites, roaches, spiders, silverfish, and other insects that are so prevalent.

There are many good reasons for pest control, from the health benefits to preventing property damage. Read on to learn more about why pest control is an integral part of responsible homeownership from the bug experts at Hulett Environmental Services and their internal training department, Bugs University.

 

Top 6 Reasons for Pest Control

You may be asking yourself, “Do I need pest control?” We’ve got you covered with the top six important reasons to take advantage of pest control service in your home.

1. Rodents and insect pests can be a health hazard.

Pests can make you sick. Insects and rodents forage for food in unsanitary places and can pick up bacteria and germs along the way. When they travel into your home, they can spread pathogens that may cause diseases through bites, droppings, or contact with humans. Their presence can also exacerbate specific health problems, such as German cockroaches and asthma. Some bugs produce allergens that make it difficult for people with respiratory conditions like asthma and allergies to breathe easily. Regular pest control can help eliminate these pests that are associated with health hazards, making a better environment for your family.

2. You can Prevent Food Waste.

Keeping a well-stocked pantry is part of good home economics, but unfortunately, many everyday pantry items are attractive to bugs. Many common pests, including ants and roaches, or even rodents, enter your home to forage for a food supply. When they find food in your living spaces, they’re likely to stick around.

Bugs often crawl through garbage and other unsanitary environments. If they’ve been scurrying around in your pantry, you’ll need to throw away and replace any contaminated items. Unless the pest control problem is addressed, the insects will likely continue to eat your food.

As an added layer of protection, in addition to regular pest control service, you can store your food in sealed plastic or glass containers to keep out pests such as the roaches. Desirable foods like cereal, flour, and sugar are easy for bugs to infiltrate, such as ants and other pests. You’ll save yourself the expense of having to replace these foods by storing them in containers that are impenetrable to bugs.

3. You Can Prevent Property Damage.

Insects can wreak havoc on your home. Some of the more destructive home invaders can eat away at or gnaw on the finishings or building materials in your home. They may even cause structural damage.

Structural damage from termites and other insects such as powderpost beetle and other wood destroying organisms can cause your property value to plummet. Some destructive bugs can be difficult to spot until they have caused significant damage. Trained pest control technicians, like those at Hulett, know what to look for and can help catch pest problems that arise earlier than the average homeowner. Not to mention rodents, that can gnaw on wood, chew through wires and plumbing, and also make a compete mess of your attic or kitchen with feces and urine.

Unfortunately, your homeowner’s insurance policy is unlikely to cover damage from bugs. Most insurance policies consider pest control measures to be part of the regular maintenance of owning a home. Consequently, they won’t pay for damage that results from a homeowner’s failure to perform this maintenance. If insects cause structural damage to your home, you’ll have to pay for costly repairs yourself.

4. You’ll Get Customized Pest Control and the Most Effective Products and Techniques.

The internet is full of DIY pest control tips that homeowners can use to prevent infestations. However, the problem is that these tips are often a one-size-fits-all approach to keeping your home pest-free. It won’t address any issues that are specific to your property and the types of insects it attracts. That’s where Hulett is different.

Customized pest control is key to eliminating a pest infestation quickly and effectively. Our experienced, well-trained pest control technicians have the skills to rapidly:

  • Identify the insects.
  • Determine their entry points.
  • Locate their nests.
  • Note any features of your property that contribute to the problem.
  • Develop a pest control solution tailored to your property and the needs of your family and household.
  • Use the latest, most effective pest control products, equipment, and techniques.
  • Answer your questions and address any concerns.
  • Give you customized tips for preventing the insects from returning to your home.

This more targeted, professional company proactive approach is more likely to resolve your pest control problem. DIY methods often require more knowledge, and a variety of products, that most consumers are not aware of. Hence, severe infestations are nearly impossible to eradicate without the help of professionals.

5. Experts Apply the Most Effective Pest Control Products.

Professionals have the necessary equipment, training (e.g., Hulett’s Bugs University), and products to get the job done right. It can be intimidating to apply pest control products on your own. With a qualified technician from a professional pest control company, you know you’re getting the most current products and that they are applied by someone who knows the best locations and quantities to use them in. They can also select products or other pest control solutions tailored to your family’s needs.

6. You Get Peace of Mind.

Taking care of a home can be overwhelming. For most Americans, their home is their biggest investment, and maintaining their property comes with many responsibilities, including pest control. When you hire a professional pest control service, there’s no need to worry about insects and the costly damage they can do to your home, your most important investment. You know that your technician has your back. That way, you can rest assured that you’re doing your due diligence and protecting your family and property from bugs.

 

Why Pest Control Is Important

As you can see, there are so many reasons to take advantage of a regular pest control service. It can help you maintain your property and peace of mind. Pest control is a good investment because it can prevent property damage and help to promote a healthy environment. Some insects like termites can cause thousands of dollars in structural or cosmetic damage that insurance won’t cover, so protection against these insects is a great investment, especially in South Florida.

Why Choose Professional Pest Control?

Is professional pest control worth the expense? People choose professional pest control because it offers a quick and convenient solution to an existing infestation or helps prevent one from developing. Pest control customers opt for the service because they think it’s a good value.

Tackling an infestation on your home can get complicated. Identifying insects can be tricky, and if you get it wrong, you may use the wrong strategy for eliminating the bugs. With so much that can go wrong, you may not be comfortable applying treatments yourself.

Additionally, the problem can actually worsen if pest control products are not used properly. If insects sense a threat and their colony is not entirely wiped out, the bugs may evacuate their current nest and set up several new ones on your property, leading to a more severe infestation.

The best and quickest way to eliminate or prevent an infestation is to hire an experienced pest control company. They have the tools and know-how to get the job done right.

Why Choose Hulett?

At Hulett, we take bugs pretty seriously. You can rest assured that we will work hard to eliminate insects from your property. We will deliver a quick and effective solution that works for you and your family. There are so many reasons to choose Hulett.

We offer free, no-obligation home inspections.

Our technicians get ongoing training through the experts at Bugs University on the latest, most up-to-date products and methods to ensure that you get the most effective pest control solutions.
Your friendly Hulett technician will take the time to listen to your questions and concerns and thoroughly address them.

Hulett offers pet- and eco-friendly pest control services that use integrated pest management.
We’ll work with you to prevent the bugs from returning.

For more than 50 years, our family-owned business has helped so many South Florida homeowners maintain their properties by preventing infestations. See why so many families choose Hulett — for pest control treatment in South Florida, Just Call Hulett!


Hulett Environmental Services

305-710-8916

The Best Pest Control and Prevention in South Florida

Hulett Environmental Services is South Florida’s leading local pest control company that guarantees results. We provide effective Healthy Home solutions for all types of pests: ants, termites, spidersroachesfleasticksratsmice and more!

Call our Member: 
Kristof Czeczko
kczeczko@bugs.com
South Florida Account Manager
305-710-8916
Hulett Environmental Services
5580 N Pine Island Rd, Lauderhill, FL 33351
http://www.bugs.com

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How To Prepare Your Trees For Hurricane Season by Arborology Inc

How To Prepare Your Trees For Hurricane Season by Arborology Inc

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Hurricanes can cause massive damage to trees and landscape. Trees often end up hitting homes, power lines and other important property. If you live in Florida or any other location that is prone to Hurricanes you need to take steps to prepare your trees.

The most important step is even before you have planted the first tree. You should select the right tree for the right location. You should always select trees that are wind tolerant and have good branch structure. Trees with good branch structure will have less overextended limbs, included bark and tree defects. Some trees handle decay from pruning better than others making species an important factor in the right tree. If your trees don’t have all the desired characteristics don’t worry you can still have the tree pruned by a Certified Arborist to remove or reduce the defects in the tree. So many people overreact and remove their trees out of fear of the unknown. This isn’t always necessary and is a waste of money.

You should always have a Certified Arborist inspect your trees on an annual basis. A Certified Arborist will be able to identify tree defects and make recommendations on corrective actions. Be sure the Certified Arborist you are working with has the TRAQ (Tree Risk Assessment Qualification) credential. Ask your Certified Arborist to provide you proof of his qualifications so you are sure your getting sound advice. Don’t be afraid to get a second opinion before you commit to having work done. We recommend you first work with a consulting Certified Arborist that doesn’t perform tree service work so they have no financial interest in the recommendations made to you.

So now were ready to prune. I know you have tons of questions and I’m here to help you answer them.

Should you thin your trees so the wind can flow through them? No this can lead to overextended limbs which can fail during wind events.

Should you top your trees? Absolutely not, this is one of the biggest mistakes tree owners make. Topping trees will lead to weak attachment points, heavier upper canopy growth and reduced tree vigor.

Should you have the dead, broken, cracked or overextended limbs pruned or removed? Yes you should. Overextended limbs are long and have most of the weight at the end. Cracked or broken limbs have a high likelihood of failing during wind events, Dead limbs can break off and impact important property.

Should I prune my palms so they will survive the hurricane apocalypse? No palms are adapt to wind storms and have zero benefits from hurricane pruning. You will want to have them inspected by a Certified Arborist so any defects can be pointed out to you.

What can you do to help your trees survive a windstorm event? Plant the correct tree for the location, Have a Certified Arborist inspect them annually, prune only when you have a valid reason to prune them, provide fertilization when necessary and most of all don’t fall victim to fear or bad information.

If you are in need of a Certified Arborist to inspect your trees or help you determine what the best course of action is for your trees please contact our Certified Arborist at http://www.arborologyinc.com. We will be glad to meet you and empower you on managing your trees.


Ronnie Simpson
Board Certified Master Arborist
Arboriology Inc
http://www.arborologyinc.com

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Becker’s Take it to the Board with Donna DiMaggio Berger podcast features a variety of guests including our very own attorneys from across the firm’s practice areas and offices.

Becker’s Take it to the Board with Donna DiMaggio Berger podcast features a variety of guests including our very own attorneys from across the firm’s practice areas and offices.

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Becker’s Take it to the Board with Donna DiMaggio Berger podcast features a variety of guests including our very own attorneys from across the firm’s practice areas and offices.

Think you know what community association life is all about? Think again. Residents must obey the rules, directors must follow the law, and managers must keep it all running smoothly. Take It to the Board explores the reality of life in a condominium, cooperative or homeowners’ association, what’s really involved in serving on its board, and how to maintain that ever-so-delicate balance of being legally compliant and community spirited. Leading community association attorney Donna DiMaggio Berger acknowledges the balancing act without losing her sense of humor as she talks with a variety of association leaders, experts, and vendors about the challenges and benefits of the community association lifestyle.

If you’ve got a question, Take It To The Board with Donna DiMaggio Berger – We Speak Condo & HOA!

Episodes are available for subscription on iTunesAmazon Music, Spotifyor listen through any podcast streaming app.

ELECTRIC CARS ARE COMING ! IS YOUR PROPERTY READY?

ELECTRIC CARS ARE COMING ! IS YOUR PROPERTY READY?

  • Posted: Apr 22, 2022
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ELECTRIC CARS ARE COMING ! IS YOUR PROPERTY READY?

by VANDELAY COMMUNICATIONS LLC

2022 is looking to be the year of the Electric Vehicle. Whether you like the idea of switching from ICE (internal Combustion Engines) to EV (Electric Vehicles) or not….they are coming and in droves.

Almost every major auto manufacturer is bringing an EV to market this coming year and from the looks of it, the wave will be small at first, but tremendous by 2023. What this means for Residential Condos and apartments, especially in High Rise buildings with limited parking, is you must be planning for it now.

Our company is already working with several Florida Management companies to bring state of the art EV charging equipment to their properties. Up until lately a lot of buildings have been allowing residents to add their own “outlet” or charger to their parking space. What this has done has taxed the electric panel to full capacity as well as contributed to a much higher electric bill because there is no control over demand charges as well as the inability to know exactly what someone is using by way of kilowatt hours.

The equipment today can offer several huge advantages to circumvent all the problems and headaches associated with EV charging as well as bring a new revenue stream to your property. the units today offer the capability to have a totally hands off approach and allow for this new stream of revenue. 90% of all EV vehicles are charging from home. Having this ability, brings value to the property by way of higher rents, higher sales prices of units and no drain on the HOAs funds except for the initial buildout which is paid back over time through correct set up of the systems financial utilities tools.

For more information or a personal presentation please contact us.

STEVEN T. MILANA
Executive Vice President of Development
Vandelay Communications LLC
“Veteran Owned Small Business”

Office: 480-805-1962
Cell: 954-214-2590
steve@vandelaycommunications.com

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Are you looking for a way to keep your roof clean and looking new? by Anne Dondero

Are you looking for a way to keep your roof clean and looking new? by Anne Dondero

  • Posted: Apr 13, 2022
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Are you looking for a way to keep your roof clean and looking new?

We have a green Eco friendly solution that eliminates chlorine/bleach, harsh chemicals, pressure cleaning or soft wash ever again.

With a light spray every couple of years algae will not grow guaranteed.

Call today 800-673-1136 for more information!

https://spotlessroofsolutions.com/

Members of SFPMA

 

Anne Dondero / President of Spotless Roof Solutions

 

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Does Low Tide make your Dock Unusable? International Subsea Services can improve the depth of canals, slips and channels 

Does Low Tide make your Dock Unusable? International Subsea Services can improve the depth of canals, slips and channels 

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Does Low Tide make your Dock Unusable? International Subsea Services can improve the depth of canals, slips and channels. Using a process of Micro dredging and Hydraulic dredging.

Schedule a free consultation today! https://bit.ly/3BqwCui

 

Full service dredging contractor, offering maintenance dredging services for lakes, ponds, canals, rivers, inlets, and other waterways.

Schedule a free consultation today! https://bit.ly/3BqwCui

Annual Fish Stocking Day! – Over 500,000 fingerling fish to stock in lakes in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach Counties!

Annual Fish Stocking Day! – Over 500,000 fingerling fish to stock in lakes in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach Counties!

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Annual Fish Stocking Day! Our staff arrives at 5:00am to load up over 500,000 fingerling fish to stock in lakes in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach Counties!

We will be going Facebook Live around 5:30 am, we hope you join us to watch this fun event!

Welcome to Allstate Resource Management, Inc.

The South Florida Leader in Resource Management

Allstate Resource Management has over 25 years of experience in maintaining the health of lakes, ponds, wetlands, and stormwater systems. We have continued since our inception to be the leader in resource management. Our services include lake managementwetland managementstormwater drain cleaning and maintenance, erosion controlfish stockingnative plantingsdebris removalwater qualityaquatic pest control, and upland management. All of our technicians are thoroughly trained and certified in order to meet the strict standards imposed by governmental agencies. This ensures that your property will be treated by only the most competent individuals who are proud of the services we render.

In addition to providing a healthy habitat, we specialize in the installation and maintenance of beautiful color lit fountains, bringing beauty and enjoyment to any lake or pond.

We also offer support services for property managers and HOA’s including educational presentations and CEU programs. Our approved courses offer continuing education credit to CAMs.

 

Another parking lot sealed and striped by our Atlantic Southern Paving and Sealcoating Crew in Fort Myers, Florida!

Another parking lot sealed and striped by our Atlantic Southern Paving and Sealcoating Crew in Fort Myers, Florida!

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Atlantic Southern Paving and Sealcoating

Another parking lot sealed and striped by our Atlantic Southern Paving and Sealcoating Crew in Fort Myers, Florida!

Choose to #PaveWithASP today for any and all of your parking lot and pavement needs by calling 1-833-PAVE-ASP or head to www.PaveWithASP.com

We self-perform the entire state of Florida as well as manage parking lots across the country!

 

Southeast Florida954-518-4315

6301 W Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33313

Southwest Florida239-234-2155

9039 High Cotton Ln, Fort Myers, FL 33905, Fort Myers, FL 33905

Central Florida407-502-0040

37 N Orange, Ave 420, Orlando, FL

Space Coast321-408-5010

460 Cox Road, Cocoa, FL 32926

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Contact: Allstate Resource Management to create a detailed water quality program for your property.

Contact: Allstate Resource Management to create a detailed water quality program for your property.

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Allstate Resource Management can create a detailed water quality program for your property.

Sufficient and appropriate water quality information is crucial if you are to make important management decisions concerning waterway systems and care.
A detailed water quality program is a very useful tool. Data collection indicates seasonal fluctuations in nutrient levels which can positively or negatively influence an aquatic ecosystem. Our staff here is trained on the importance of testing water quality before any treatment is done!
Contact us for more information on how we test water quality before we treat a lake!
at 954-382-9766 or
info@allstatemanagement.com 
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We are excited to announce to the Falcon team our new Chief Financial Officer, Clifton McElyea!

We are excited to announce to the Falcon team our new Chief Financial Officer, Clifton McElyea!

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We are excited to announce to the Falcon team our new Chief Financial Officer, Clifton McElyea! 

Clif brings 20+ years of experience in progressive leadership roles, including serving as CFO of a major provider of advanced technology solutions across the federal, state, municipal, commercial, and petrochemical refinery markets, and extensive experience with A/E firms. He has a wide technical accounting foundation with experience in public accounting, US GAAP, controls, reporting, systems, FP&A, corporate development, and treasury and strong penchant for building consensus, creating effective relationships, and negotiation skills. 

Clif is passionate about solving dynamic problems with creative solutions and will be responsible for driving the company’s overall financial strategy, including growth plans as we continue to expand our footprint. He will be playing an important role building a strong finance team with deep expertise and assisting with all 10 of Falcon’s offices. The dedication he’s shown throughout his career in unlocking business potential is invaluable to this next chapter with the Falcon Team.

Welcome to the team Clif!

CONTACT US (through our SFPMA Membership Page)

The Falcon Group
95 Mount Bethel Road
Warren, NJ 07059
(908) 595-0050
www.thefalcongroup.us