John Korte, Owner of Liberty Pest Management
Liberty Pest Management is licensed by the Florida Department of Agriculture (JB-151032).
John Korte has run Liberty Pest Management from its Odessa office since 2007. He works the Tampa Bay tri-county area alongside his technicians, treating the same Florida species and seasonal patterns these guides describe. That field experience is what they are built on: which pests show up where, and what actually works on them.
Pest Control Guides From John
- What Your Home's Build Decade Tells You About Its Pests in Hillsborough County
A 1920s bungalow, a 1970s ranch, and a 2022 build fail in completely different ways. Find your build decade and learn which Hillsborough pests come with it.
- Why Your Neighbor's Pest Problem Becomes Yours in Pinellas County
Pinellas packs about 3,000 people into every square mile. Here is how that density changes what one household can accomplish against pests, and what to do.
- What Wildlife Is Getting Into Tampa Bay Homes and What Should You Do About It?
Squirrels, raccoons, bats, and armadillos regularly get into Tampa Bay homes. Learn the signs, what Florida law allows, and your removal options.
- What Pest Problems Does Hurricane Season Bring to Tampa Bay Homes?
Mosquito populations surge 7-8x after hurricanes, and flooding drives cockroaches, rodents, and fire ants indoors. Here's how Tampa Bay homeowners can prepare.
- How Do You Get Rid of Fire Ants in Your Florida Yard?
Fire ant queens lay up to 1,600 eggs a day, so one mound is never the whole problem. Learn the UF/IFAS Two-Step Method to knock them down in your Florida yard.
- How Do You Get Rid of Palmetto Bugs in Florida? The Complete Guide
Palmetto bugs thrive in Florida's humidity, living outdoors and wandering in. Learn to identify them, prevent them, and keep them out of your home.
- Do You Have Roof Rats in Your Florida Attic? Signs, Removal, and Prevention
Roof rats are Florida's most destructive rodent, and they head straight for your attic. Learn the signs, how they get in, and how to get them out.
- How Do You Control Mosquitoes in Tampa Bay? Season, Prevention, and Treatment Guide
Tampa Bay mosquito season runs most of the year and dengue now spreads locally in Florida. How to prevent and treat mosquitoes in your yard.
- German Cockroaches in Your Florida Kitchen: How to Identify and Eliminate Them
One German cockroach female and her offspring can produce over 30,000 roaches in a year. How to identify, treat, and prevent Florida's worst indoor pest.
- When Should You Call an Exterminator? 9 Signs You Can't Ignore
74% of homeowners try DIY pest control first, but pros cut infestations by 75-88%. Here are 9 warning signs it's time to call a professional exterminator.
- Moisture and Pest Problems: Why Water Brings Pests Into Florida Homes
Most Florida pest problems start with water, not bugs. Here are the five places moisture builds up in Tampa Bay homes and the pests each one invites in.
- Ant Swarmers VS. Termite Swarmers: What's the Difference?
When flying insects swarm around your home, knowing whether they're ants or termites makes all the difference. Learn how to tell them apart and what to do next.
- How Weather Changes Affect Pest Activity in Florida
Rain floods ant nests, drought pulls pests to your AC drip line, and cold snaps send rats to the attic. Learn how Florida weather drives pest activity.
- Stinging Insects in Florida: How to Identify a Nest and What to Do Next
Paper wasps, yellowjackets, hornets, or harmless mud daubers? Identify Florida's stinging insects, handle a nest safely, and know when a pro should take over.
- Top 5 Signs of a Rodent Infestation in Your Florida Home (and How to Handle It)
Droppings, gnaw marks, night sounds, rub marks, and hidden nests: how to read each sign of a rodent infestation in a Florida home and what to do next.
- The Real Health Risks Behind Florida's Most Common Household Pests
Roach allergens trigger asthma, mosquitoes carry dengue, rodents spread disease. The real health risks of common Florida household pests, pest by pest.