New research from Georgia Institute of Technology and Massachusetts Institute of Technology has provided an analysis of how mosquitoes locate and approach human hosts.
Technical
How PMPs can adapt in today’s world
Earning customer trust with technical skill Success requires more than technical skill. It demands strategic thinking, adaptability and a commitment...
Flue Flies
By Aaron N. Fleischer, November, 1957, whose legacy is carried on today by the Fleischer family as owners of Pestex...
Managing wood-destroying weevils: Prevention, identification and treatment strategies
Wood-destroying weevils infest decaying or damp wood, causing significant structural damage if left unchecked. While they do not pose direct...
Busy season prep: How to start strong next spring
Be ready to take on the busy season this year with a proactive plan for success.
Industry pros share tips to help technicians one day move into a management role
We asked Pest Management Professional’s columnists and editorial advisory board members to share what a technician should do now to...
Experts share lessons learned from working on a challenging termite job
We asked Pest Management Professional’s columnists and editorial advisory board members to share what the most important lesson they learned...
Members of PMP’s Editorial Advisory Board share common challenges of rodent control
We asked Pest Management Professional’s columnists and editorial advisory board members share what the most challenging aspects of rodent control...
8 technician training tips from experts
We asked Pest Management Professional’s columnists and editorial advisory board members to offer up their favorite tip for technicians taking...
Fly control: Knowing is half the battle
"The key in most cases is simply taking the time to identify your fly. Most ongoing fly problems can’t be...
Choose your pesticides wisely
Do your homework, and share with the class —your team — why you use these products.
Be proactive to prevent callbacks
Taking small, preventive steps now can help reduce call backs later, says Dr. Michael Bentley, BCE, succeeds Dr. Jim Fredericks,...
Get bed bugs to check out, permanently
Dan Baldwin, BCE, CCFS, CP-FS, REHS/RS, shares tips on how to get rid of bed bugs permanently from hotels.
The hardest part about saying goodbye is saying it right
When finishing a service, don’t say things like, “Nothing to report today.” There is always something to report. Give your...
How to help customers who are scared of spiders
Judy Black, BCE, gives tips on how to handle customers with fear of spiders and the best treatment options.
Mouse entry points are right around the corner
Dr. Jim Fredericks shares what two specific corners you should focus on when doing inspections for customers.