Emerging potential health threats have been found in association with bed bugs — suggesting they may be a bigger health threat than previously thought.
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Creativity is crucial to catching ‘rogue roof rats’
Dr. Austin Frishman, BCE-Emeritus, explains why PMPs need to get creative when it comes to catching roof rats.
An integrated strategy offers an effective way to treat for bed bugs
It’s an expensive and time-consuming process to go through over and over for a temporary solution. Joseph Latino says an...
Why lawsuit abuse is costly to all
Access to courts for legitimate lawsuits must be preserved, but today’s get-rich-quick lawsuit environment must be stopped. Small business owners...
Educate your clients on bed bug biology and control strategies to combat reinfestation
All service protocols are vulnerable to reinfestation if your clients do not understand the basics of bed bug biology and...
Long-term strategies to minimize the risk of a bed bug problem
Integrated pest management strategies are crucial for long-term control, including regular monitoring, sanitation practices and client education on preventing infestations.
Don’t forget that upholstered furniture is another common hiding place for bed bugs
Along with the major concerns regarding bed bugs in mattresses and box springs, remember that upholstered furniture is another common...
4 strategies for closing sales with confidence
Sales strategies for pest management professionals (PMPs) should emphasize relationship-building, overcoming objections and showcasing the value of your services. Read...
Soar to new heights: How bird management services can increase revenue
Bird management and other add-on services may provide PMPs a sturdy profit perch.
Assess your expertise in ant biology and behavior
When you see numerous ants in switch boxes, circuit breakers and transformers, do you wonder whether they have an attraction...
Hosts on different coasts share their pest control experiences
Andy Sanefski and Gabe Seymour are pest control business owners and co-hosts of the “Coast 2 Coast Pest Talk” podcast,...
Prepare for the unexpected when it comes to weather
If the recent weather whiplash has taught us anything, it’s to prepare for the unexpected. Any equipment that holds liquids,...
3 components of integrated tick management at animal facilities
Dr. Mohammed El Damir shares three focus areas to manage ticks once you have identified which species you’re dealing with...
Be proactive to alleviate customer fears about indoor biting pests
Even without confirmed infestations, be proactive so you can alleviate customer fears about indoor biting pests, especially bed bugs.
Offer services to handle the aftermath of a successful bed bug elimination
Once the bed bug population is under control, it’s time to think about helping families with the aftermath of those...
Successful bed bug treatment relies on mastering the fundamentals
There are still PMPs performing their very first bed bug services because of the dramatic increase in reported infestations. Successful...