Vulcan Termite and Pest Control, Inc.

05/20/2026

Spotting silverfish in your home? You might be surprised to learn they’re not fish… and not harmless houseguests either. 👀

Find out why these creepy, scaly pests show up, what attracts them, and the simple steps you can take to keep them out for good. Read the full blog for expert tips!

In this blog, our experts teach you how to get rid of silverfish, what they are, and why they appear in your home in the first place.

04/22/2026

You’re likely to have more pest problems on your property after April showers! Some bugs aren’t active while it’s raining, but they’ll be out in full force to take advantage of the weather as soon as it stops.

Rainy seasons can make pest problems much worse. Here’s why April showers fuel infestations of bugs in May, and how to keep bugs away after rain.

03/19/2026

They say that people who have dust mite and shellfish allergies may also be allergic to roaches. And by “they,” we mean people on social media over the past couple of years.

But is this fact or fiction?

Many people with dust mite and shellfish allergies say they’re allergic to roaches, too. In this blog, we explore the root cause: tropomyosin allergy.

02/17/2026

As integrative pest management experts, we often hear negative things about various bugs, including the cute and harmless ones, but “evil” isn’t a descriptor we hear very often. 😁

For the last two months, serious news outlets have been warning about “evil ladybugs” and their “death spirals.” Let’s get to the bottom of it.

01/23/2026

Rodents spark thousands of electrical-related house fires, and more often than not, the murine culprits of these tragedies are not mice, but squirrels.

“Do squirrels chew wires?” “Can squirrels really cause house fires?” Our experts in small rodent control reveal the answer to both in this blog.

12/17/2025

The good news is that there are fewer bugs out and about now than at any other time of the year. Although frigid temperatures make you shiver, they’re your ally as a homeowner in the fight against invasive pests.

Do Christmas lights attract bugs? In short, yes, but we have a few tips here to help you keep your holiday decor bug-free.

11/20/2025

Termites are known to thrive in the spring and summer months, but have you ever considered whether they are active in winter? In short, the answer is yes.

Are termites active in winter? Yes. As the name of the game, Vulcan Termite has the answers to infestation signs and prevention to protect your home.

10/22/2025

You’ve probably noticed the thin webs hanging along the corners of the wall or around light fixtures. Cobweb spiders (AKA “cellar spiders”) are to thank for that. As their name suggests, cobweb spiders are web-building spiders found in nooks and crannies around the house.

Although they might cause an extra step in your housekeeping routine, having a cobweb spider or two around the house may not be all that bad.

Cobweb spiders may look like unwanted guests, but really, they’re helpful housemates. Learn more about how cobweb spiders keep pests in check.

09/23/2025

It’s that time of year again! As the summer heat starts to cool down, fall garden preparation begins.

A garden is a unique micro ecosystem. The soil, the sunlight, and the moisture all affect the survival of delicate plants that are trying to take root. There’s one other thing we can’t forget— our insect friends.

Novice gardeners sometimes think they must eradicate all insects for the sake of their gardens. In reality, only around a tenth of insects are harmful.

A thriving fall garden starts with inviting a few beneficial insects. Here’s our approach to attracting them and making sure they stick around.

09/03/2025

We’ll be at the 6th Annual Celebrate the Family Expo on September 13 at the Finley Center, and we’d love for you to join us! 💙

Get ready for a day packed with excitement! Enjoy FREE family fun, awesome giveaways, favorite mascots like the Chick-fil-A Cows, live chef demos, marvelous balloon art, and so much more.

Plus, you can help make a difference by bringing donations to support V***r Ministries.

Register and learn more: https://birminghamchristian.com/event/6th-annual-celebrate-the-family-expo/