Florida resident Justin Saunders founded Total Property Control after receiving his Masters degree in entomology at the University of Florida. A family-owned business, Total Property Control offers outstanding quality pest control and lawn care services. We have been steadily growing since 2005. With pest control and lawn care experience in Palm Beach County and outlying areas, we provide the latest, safest and most effective treatments. Our pest control service exterminates termites, white flies, ants, rats, mice and more.
To create a friendly South Florida landscape design it takes equal parts of art and science. A South florida friendly yard provides a functional, beautiful, and ecologically sound landscape that enhances a home or building as well as the neighborhood. When you place plants in your landscape you do not want to waste time, energy, or. Summertime presents some of the toughest lawn care issues in South Florida. Typically, the high heat, and the lack of water. These problems are made worse by the watering restrictions imposed in most areas.
Total Property Control provides home and property owners with a complete array of pest management services including home pest control service and insect control service. Since 2005, pest control has been a specialty of our company and with a University of Florida entomologist on our team we have what it takes to safely rid you of the pests in your life. We understand the need to take care of pests promptly because many insects can cause a lot of damage or spread unwanted diseases. You can trust us to properly evaluate your pest problems and treat them effectively and affordably.
Bed bugs are by nature difficult to see because they hide during the day and they hide in just about anything. Cracks, crevices, suitcases, furniture, clothing, pillows, boxes. This makes bed bugs very easy to transfer from one location to another. Once bed bugs get established they are very difficult to eradicate because the produce rapidly and spread quickly from room to room in your house. Prevention is the key to bed bug control. Once bed bugs become established, insecticides are not always effective, and some bed bug populations have even developed resistance to insecticides.
Termites cause more damage to homes than fires, floods, and storms. Home owners insurance does not protect against termite damage so fast, and immediate termite control is your best defense against termite damage. All homes are vulnerable to termites, if not protected. Termite infestation can go unnoticed by homeowners until a large amount of damage has already been done. Termites can enter your home through cracks as small as 1/64 ( roof vents, siding, window joints). If you suspect you may have termites call us immediately for an inspection and termite treatment.
With concerns about ground water pollution, Florida and other states are implementing restrictions against the use of phosphorous in fertilizers and restricting the amount of nitrogen in a fertilizer. What can you do to protect the ground water but still keep your lawn healthy and green? Organic lawn care can help reduce fertilizer runoff and protect. Early spring is the time when South Florida homeowners begin noticing weed growth and brown spots on their lawns. What can you do? One of the best things you can do is simply be patient.
The most important part of roach control is accurately determining what species of roach it is. Coachroaches, also known as palmetto bugs or waterbugs, are very well known pests here in South Florida. They are one of the oldest groups of insects. There are over 3000 species in the world and over 50 in our country. They are not considered social insects, like ants and wasps. They prefer dark, warm, and moist habitats. Cockroaches range in color from light brown to black and can grow up to 2 inches in length.
Here are some strategies to help prevent pest infestations and to establish and maintain a healthy lawn with minimal or no use of pesticides. The key to preventing pest infestations and having a beautiful lawn is to create an environment that allows grass plants to have every advantage for vigorous growth. When planting new turf, select grass species that are insect and disease resistant. Chose grass mixtures that are best adapted to your landscape. For example, if you live in a warm, sunny area of the country choose a grass mixture that is designed to grow best in a sunny environment.
When we purchase a home we are investing a lot of hard earned money. An important part of a home's perceived value and appeal includes a beautiful yard. Homes with great curb appeal share some common characteristics - the most common being a lush, green carpet of grass, free from holes, patches, weeds and lawn damaging insects. A beautifully maintained yard attracts the attention of passersby and increases the value of your property. You know because you yourself have admired those gorgeous yards and gardens.
Rodent prevention and control is crucial to avoid infestations that can cause significant damage to infested buildings, and agriculture. Rodents are carriers of many diseases and are proven a health hazard to humans and pets. Rodent populations grow quickly and consistently. Rodent control is best begun prior to infestations. In order to protect your home, garden, and health from existing rodent infestations, professional, customized extermination methods provide the best and safest treatments. Rid your property of mice, rats, and moles safely and effectively by calling us immediately at 561-248-4546.