Universal Pest & Termite, Inc.

10/18/2026

🕷️😱 BLACK WIDOW SPIDER DISCOVERED IN KINGS GRANT, VIRGINIA BEACH!

Read more about this encounter:

https://universalpest.com/blog/black-widow-garage-dog-food-kings-grant/

Imagine reaching behind a bag of dog food in your garage and finding THIS!

During a recent pest control service in the Kings Grant neighborhood of Virginia Beach, a Universal Pest & Termite technician discovered a venomous BLACK WIDOW SPIDER hiding behind a bag of dog food!

🎥 Our technician captured this incredible close-up video showing just how easily dangerous spiders can go unnoticed around your home.

⚠️ DID YOU KNOW?

🕷️ Black widow spiders commonly hide in garages, sheds, crawl spaces, and storage areas.

🕷️ Their venom can cause serious symptoms, especially in children and vulnerable individuals.

🕷️ Cluttered garages and undisturbed storage areas provide excellent hiding places.

🕷️ Professional spider control can help reduce spider activity around your home.

🏠 PROTECTING VIRGINIA BEACH HOMES SINCE 2000!

Universal Pest & Termite provides professional spider control throughout Kings Grant, Little Neck, Great Neck, Lynnhaven, Kempsville, and surrounding Virginia Beach neighborhoods.

✅ Family-Owned & Locally Operated for 26 Years
✅ A+ BBB Rating
✅ Over 1,000 Five-Star Customer Reviews
✅ Same-Day Service When Available
✅ Affordable Year-Round Pest Control Programs

🔗 Learn more about our professional spider control services:
https://universalpest.com/service/spider-control/

📍 Proudly serving Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Hampton, Newport News, and Williamsburg!

👀 Have you ever discovered a black widow spider in your garage or around your home? Tell us in the comments!

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10/15/2026

🐀 RODENT CONTROL IN NORFOLK, VA – HEARING SCRATCHING IN YOUR ATTIC OR CRAWLSPACE?

Rats and mice are making themselves at home in Norfolk neighborhoods! From Larchmont, Ghent, and Colonial Place to Ocean View, East Beach, Bayview, Wards Corner, and Lafayette, rodents can find their way into attics, crawlspaces, walls, and garages.

https://universalpest.com/service-areas/rodent-control-norfolk-virginia/

🏠 Norfolk's older homes, coastal moisture, and aging crawlspace foundations can create ideal conditions for rodent activity. Even small openings around foundation vents, plumbing penetrations, and rooflines can allow unwanted pests inside.

🚨 SIGNS YOU MAY HAVE A RODENT PROBLEM:

🐀 Scratching or scurrying noises in your attic or walls

🐀 Rat or mouse droppings in crawlspaces and garages

🐀 Chewed insulation, wiring, or stored belongings

🐀 Unpleasant odors coming from beneath your home

🐀 Rodent entry points around crawlspace vents and foundations

🔴 UNIVERSAL PEST & TERMITE – NORFOLK RODENT CONTROL SPECIALISTS

Our professional rodent control services include:

✅ Rat and mouse inspections

✅ Rodent trapping and control programs

✅ Rodent entry-point identification and seal-up services

✅ Attic and crawlspace rodent cleanup

✅ Contaminated insulation removal and replacement

✅ Long-term rodent prevention recommendations

📍 LOCALLY SERVING NORFOLK NEIGHBORHOODS:

Larchmont • Ghent • West Ghent • Colonial Place • Riverview • Lafayette • Wards Corner • Ocean View • East Beach • Bayview • Willoughby Spit • Park Place • Downtown Norfolk

⭐ Family-Owned Since 2000

⭐ 26 Years Serving Hampton Roads

⭐ A+ BBB Rated

⭐ Same-Day Service Available

⭐ Locally Owned – Not a National Franchise

Don't let rats and mice take over your Norfolk home! Whether you're searching for rodent control near me, rat removal in Norfolk, or mice exterminators in Ocean View, trust Universal Pest & Termite to help protect your property.

🐀 NORFOLK RODENT CONTROL STARTS WITH UNIVERSAL PEST & TERMITE!

10/12/2026

🐀 LIVE RAT DISCOVERED IN A NORFOLK ATTIC! 🚨

During a recent home inspection in the Larchmont neighborhood of Norfolk, VA, our Universal Pest & Termite inspector came face-to-face with a LIVE RAT hiding in the attic!

⚠️ Rats in your attic are more than just a nuisance! They can:
🐀 Chew electrical wiring, creating fire hazards
🐀 Destroy insulation and contaminate attic spaces
🐀 Leave behind urine and droppings
🐀 Spread bacteria and potentially harmful pathogens
🐀 Multiply quickly if left untreated

🔴 Universal Pest & Termite specializes in rodent inspections, trapping, removal, entry-point sealing, and attic sanitation.

✅ Family-Owned & Operated Since 2000
✅ 26 Years Serving Hampton Roads
✅ A+ BBB Rating
✅ 1,000+ Five-Star Reviews
✅ Same-Day Service Available
✅ Locally Owned — NOT a Franchise!

🏡 Larchmont, Norfolk, VA homeowners: Don’t wait until you hear scratching above your ceiling!

🔗 Learn more about our local pest and rodent control services:
https://universalpest.com/service-areas/pest-control-larchmont-norfolk-virginia/

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10/11/2026

🏠⚠️ WHAT’S GROWING UNDER YOUR HOME?

Excessive moisture in your crawl space can lead to microbial growth, mold, and wood-decaying fungi — potentially affecting your home’s air quality and structural integrity!

🚨 POTENTIAL HEALTH CONCERNS:

🔴 Allergies & respiratory irritation

🔴 Increased asthma symptoms

🔴 Mold spores entering living spaces

🔴 Poor indoor air quality

🪵 Wood-decaying fungi can also damage floor joists, subflooring, and other structural components!

✅ UNIVERSAL PEST & TERMITE CAN HELP!

We offer crawl space inspections, wood fungus treatments, moisture control, dehumidifiers, and encapsulation!

🔗 https://universalpest.com/service/wood-fungus-treatment/

⭐ WHY CHOOSE UNIVERSAL?

✅ Family-Owned — Not a Franchise

✅ 26 Years Serving Hampton Roads

✅ 100,000+ Homes Serviced

✅ 15,000+ Real Estate Inspections

✅ 1,000+ Five-Star Reviews

✅ A+ BBB Rating

✅ Same-Day Service Available

✅ SmartPay — $0 Down Financing

📍 Virginia Beach • Chesapeake • Norfolk • Portsmouth • Suffolk • Hampton • Newport News • Williamsburg

🏡 Protect Your Home From the Ground Up!

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10/04/2026

⚠️ CLEARED FOR TERMITES… BUT LOOK WHAT WAS HIDING BEHIND THE INSULATION.

During a recent termite inspection at a home in Chesapeake, VA, our inspector discovered active termites and extensive hidden damage—even though another pest control company had previously cleared the home of termite activity.

So how were they missed?

Our Universal Pest & Termite inspector knew that the area behind a dirt-filled porch was a prime location for hidden termite activity. Insulation was covering the subfloor and structural wood, so he pulled a section down to get a better look.

https://universalpest.com/service-areas/termite-control-chesapeake-virginia/

That extra step made all the difference.

Behind the insulation was evidence of a serious termite infestation and significant hidden wood damage that otherwise could have remained undetected.

This is exactly why experience matters when inspecting a home for termites. Termites don’t always show themselves in obvious places. Sometimes you have to know where to look—and when to look behind what you can see.

If you’re buying a home or simply want to make sure your Chesapeake property is protected, don’t assume that “no visible evidence” means there aren’t termites hiding underneath.

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Serving Hampton Roads since 2000
📍 Chesapeake • Virginia Beach • Norfolk • Suffolk • Portsmouth • Hampton • Newport News • Williamsburg

09/26/2026

🌧️ AFTER THE STORM: WHAT’S GOING ON UNDER YOUR HOME?

https://universalpest.com/blog/hampton-roads-noreaster-2026-inspection-calls/

Following the 2026 Nor’easter, Universal Pest & Termite has seen an increase in calls across Hampton Roads involving rodents and squirrels in attics, flooded crawl spaces, damaged insulation, and storm-damaged foundation vents. (Universal Pest & Termite, Inc.)

Coastal storms can create problems homeowners may never see from inside the house.

🏠 Schedule an attic & crawl space inspection if you’re concerned about:

• Water or tidal flooding in the crawl space
• Rats, mice or squirrels entering the attic
• Missing or damaged foundation vents
• Wet or displaced insulation
• New openings where wildlife can enter
• Unusual scratching or movement overhead
• Storm-related damage beneath your home

We’re already hearing reports from Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Newport News and other areas throughout Hampton Roads. (Universal Pest & Termite, Inc.)

⚠️ Important: Never enter a crawl space with standing water or an attic where you suspect electrical, roof or structural damage. Wait until the area is safe before having it inspected. (Universal Pest & Termite, Inc.)

📞 Universal Pest & Termite — (757) 502-0200
Locally & family owned • Serving Hampton Roads for 26+ years

👇 Read our 2026 Nor’easter homeowner update and learn what to look for:

Hampton Roads Nor’easter 2026: Attic Pests, Flooded Crawl Spaces & Damaged Vents

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09/15/2026

⚠️ WHAT’S GROWING UNDER YOUR VIRGINIA BEACH HOME?

White or gray growth on crawl-space wood can be a warning sign that too much moisture is staying under your home. And simply cleaning what you can see may not solve the real problem.

💧 High humidity & condensation
💧 Ground moisture
💧 Plumbing or HVAC leaks
💧 Poor drainage
💧 Inadequate moisture control

Over time, persistent moisture can contribute to wood deterioration, damaged insulation, musty odors and conditions favorable to termites and other pests.

The key is finding WHY the crawl space is staying damp—then determining the right solution, which may include moisture correction, drainage, dehumidification, encapsulation, insulation work or wood fungus treatment.

🏠 Virginia Beach homeowners: See what microbial growth can look like and what you should check before the problem gets worse.

👉 READ THE FULL BLOG:
https://universalpest.com/blog/microbial-growth-crawl-space-virginia-beach/

🔴 Universal Pest & Termite
⭐ A+ BBB Rated
🏡 Family & Locally Owned
📍 Serving Virginia Beach & All of Hampton Roads
📞 757-502-0200

See what causes microbial growth in Virginia Beach crawl spaces, what it can damage, and why moisture control must come before cleanup.

09/14/2026

🕷️ Noticing more webs around your doorways, porch lights, and baseboards lately? You’re not imagining it—fall is officially spider season.
As temperatures dip, mature spiders are actively on the move looking for mates and seeking warm shelters to overwinter. That means your home is prime real estate. https://universalpest.com/service/spider-control/
The best defense is establishing a protective barrier before they settle in inside your crawl space, attic, and living areas. Whether you’re starting fresh or tired of subpar service from your current provider, right now is the best time to partner with Universal Pest & Termite.
* Zero Long-Term Contracts: You stay because the service works, not because you’re locked into fine print.
* No-Hassle Switch: Transitioning from another company takes one quick call—we handle the rest seamlessly.
* 100% Pest-Free Guarantee: If spiders or other pests return between scheduled visits, so do we, at no additional charge.
Don’t share your living space this season. Reclaim your home with service you can actually count on.
📞 Call Universal Pest & Termite today to schedule your fall inspection or switch your service hassle-free!

09/11/2026

Honoring Patriot Day: A Message from the Universal Family of Companies
Today, the teams at Universal Pest & Termite, Universal Duct Cleaning, and Universal Insulation Doctor pause to observe September 11th—a day forever etched into our nation’s history.
We remember and honor the 2,977 innocent lives lost in New York City, Shanksville, Pennsylvania, and at the Pentagon. We hold in our hearts the families whose lives were changed in an instant, and we reflect on the enduring courage shown in the face of profound tragedy.
Remembering the Bravery of First Responders
We express our deepest gratitude to the firefighters, police officers, paramedics, port authority personnel, and everyday citizens who ran toward danger without hesitation to save others. Their selflessness defines the true meaning of service and sacrifice. We also extend our ongoing respect to the military service members, veterans, and medical personnel who answered the call to protect and heal our communities in the years that followed.
Strength Through Community
In the home service industry, our daily mission is to protect homes, safeguard families, and build trust within the neighborhoods we serve. Days like today remind us that our strongest foundation is each other. The unity, resilience, and compassion that emerged across our nation in the aftermath of September 11th remain a guiding standard for how we show up for our neighbors, our colleagues, and our communities every day.
We invite our customers, partners, and team members to join us in taking a quiet moment of reflection today.
We will never forget.
Universal Pest & Termite | Universal Duct Cleaning | Universal Insulation Doctor

09/09/2026

Happy Wednesday!!