Algae blooms have become problematic over the last few years for Florida's waterways.  These blooms can choke off fragile aquatic ecosystems and wreak havoc on the water quality throughout the state. That is why Governor DeSantis announced a new website to keep the public informed on the health...

There are few places more beautiful to enjoy nature's beauty and wildlife than on the waterways of Florida.  While you're boating, you're likely to run into longtime residents of the waterways– alligators and other wildlife. If you do, follow these tips to stay safe while enjoying boating...

Central Florida is filled with gorgeous waterways and even has an appropriately named county, Lake County, named after all the lakes and rivers that are within its borders.  If you are lucky enough to live in a waterfront home, you know that it is a magical place like no other. Our lakes are home to...

They are swarming around your neighborhoods and do not bite; however, they are in a massive amount of numbers everywhere.  Unlike mosquitoes, blind mosquito females don't bite nor do they carry diseases. These insects are called blind mosquitoes. You may find it surprising, though, that not only...

Cleaning up waterfronts are more than just cutting the grass away and pulling up branches.  A lot of our job includes finding ways to remove invasive plants that cripple the fragile eco-system. One of the plants we seemed to be continually battling is Hydrilla.

Hydrilla is found in freshwater and...

When you see someone in a personal protection equipment suit (PPE) you generally think what they are doing is dangerous.  You may also wonder whether or not the product is a risk to your family and animals.

Aquatic herbicides are very highly regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). They...

Florida is known for many, many acres of beautiful land.  A lot of this land has some waterfront properties, and when it comes to settling down, a home looks mighty nice with a lake view. But how does a homeowner keep their waterfront properties looking nice? That's where Professional Waterfront Cleanup,...

The birds are singing, butterflies are fluttering, and flowers are budding up out of the Earth.  The air is warm, and Spring is finally here! For months the grass has been brown and not a colorful blossom in sight. Now is the time to dust off your garden tools and turn your landscape into blooming...

Florida, known as the Sunshine State, has a notoriously rainy wet season. 

Anyone who's lived in Florida long enough can tell you, late summer and early fall brings record-breaking rainfalls each year. On average, a wet season in Florida can bring 70 inches of rain! With all that rain water, where...

Like every other living creature on the planet, snakes and alligators seek a steady food supply and safe shelter. So, it only makes sense that to control the presence of snakes and alligators near your waterfront, sources of food and shelter must be controlled first. 

Snakes and alligators love...

If you're the lucky owner of land with a backyard canal, you know the enjoyment that comes from living near wildlife and the wealth of flora and fauna that are truly a splendor to behold. 

If your backyard canal is overgrown or filled with muck, however, you probably want to discover ways to improve...

Whether you are an individual property owner, an HOA representative or a commercial property manager, routine maintenance prolongs the life of your stormwater retention pond, improves its appearance, prevents flooding and other property damage and enhances the ecosystems of local streams and lakes. ...

While Spanish moss causes no harm to the tree upon which it resides, many homeowners desire it's removal for aesthetic reasons or for fear that too much of the moss will shield sunlight from reaching the grass or a garden beneath a tree. 

In any case, the complete removal of Spanish moss (especially...

If you're out and about throughout Lake or Sumter County during the month of August, make sure you're on the lookout for the magazine rack containing this month's edition of Lake & Sumter Style Magazine featuring an awesome write-up of Professional Waterfront Cleanup. So make sure you pick up a copy,...

Whether they're painted the palest of powder blues or various shades of cobalt, aqua, teal, periwinkle or gray - blue porches are popular everywhere, and you may find the reasons behind them (which vary by region) surprising. 

In the Northwest United States, blue porch ceilings became popular when...

Spring is here and this month is gator mating season. This annual rite coincides with the dry season that causes a lot of water holes to dry up and for gators to travel further than normal looking for love. 

"Since the inception of the Everglades, which was 10,000 or 20,000 years ago, the mating season...

For a state that receives around 58 inches of rain annually, a discussion of drought in Florida might appear to be of little relevance. Drought is a part of our climate, however, just like hurricanes, thunderstorms, wildfires, and tornadoes. Unlike the other hazards that affect the state, droughts can...

Golf is arguably Florida's most popular and is enjoyed by residents and tourists of all ages, all year long. Players expect pristine landscape and rolling hills of beautifully manicured scenery when they enjoy their favorite pastime. Because of the many golf courses to choose from throughout Central...

Professional Waterfront Cleanup was recently honored with being awarded the extraordinary job of helping to rejuvenate Leesburg's own Ski Beach at Venetian Gardens! In years gone by, Ski Beach served as a hub of activity for families to enjoy our beautiful lakefront area in Leesburg. But sadly, over...

At first glance, the sight of someone spraying a bright blue liquid into the water may seem ominous - especially when the person spraying is wearing a personal protection equipment suit (PPE). Commonly, folks automatically assume that dangerous chemicals are going into their water and wonder whether...

Insects that appear to be mosquitoes are swarming around neighborhoods and are called blind mosquitoes. You may find it surprising, though, that not only are they not blind, they aren’t even mosquitoes, but are members of the fly family. Unlike mosquitoes, blind mosquito females don’t bite nor do...

Note: Alligator hunters are responsible for reading and complying with all provisions of Commission rules. Those rules can be found at MyFWC.com/Alligator and clicking on“Alligator Regulations.”

How can I hunt?...

These days, most homeowners are trying to pinch a few pennies– and many prefer to take matters into their own hands. When there is a leaky roof or a tree that needs to be cut down, you might be tempted to handle it yourself instead of paying for professional services. However, just because it’s...

Many Floridians are unaware that a “guacamole-thick” toxic algae has been strangling our state’s waterways and polluting our beaches since late June. The Army Corps of Engineers have spent months siphoning off water that is rich in nutrients from Lake Okeechobee in a preservation effort.

Cyanobacteria...

With daily storms from May through October and as much as 70 inches of rainfall a year during Florida’s wet season, it can cause a lot of damage if the water doesn’t have somewhere to go. This is why retention ponds are so essential to this tropical state.

Retention ponds are basins that catch runoff...

In light of the recent tragedy at Disney World’s Seven Seas Lagoon, much has been speculated over regarding what either Disney or the family involved could have done to prevent the alligator attack. Most Florida natives and long term residents have a general familiarity with alligator safety basics,...

Most people who don't live in Florida probably think of endless beaches and Mickey Mouse when they think of the Sunshine state. For the folks who actually live here, especially in Central Florida, we see our state a lot differently. Living in Central Florida we appreciate the value of our lakes and...

Living in Central Florida we are privileged to enjoy a vast array of stunning water ways that are a source of unlimited potential. Our lakes, canals and rivers are homes for thousands of aquatic wildlife. It doesn't take long to driving down the road to spot sunlight glimmering off the surface of one...