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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...

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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...

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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.

The body color of odorous house ants ranges from dark brown to shiny black. Photo: ©Gene White

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...

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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,...

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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,...

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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.

SWAT IT! Pest Control launches in the Phoenix Market

SWAT IT! Pest Control recently launched in the Phoenix, Ariz. area. According to the company, it plans to expand to...

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...

PPMA’s Termite Awareness Week aims to educate homeowners on termite risks

The Professional Pest Management Alliance's Termite Awareness Week aims to educate homeowners about the hidden threat of termites and the...

Woodstream: Victor VLINK Bait Box

Reporting functions include the ability to track the type of bait used and compare consumption of those baits by device...

The National Pest Management Association’s Public Health Pest Index warns of increased pressure from disease-spreading mosquitoes, ticks, cockroaches and rodents. GRAPHIC: NPMA

NPMA report indicates which cities may see pest surge this spring

The National Pest Management Association’s Public Health Pest Index indicates which U.S. cities that are most at risk for seeing...

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...

MGK: PowerShot Wasp and Hornet Aerosol

As MGK’s newest addition to the Onslaught family, PowerShot Wasp and Hornet Aerosol is a powerful, water-based aerosol that delivers...