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Focus bed bug control on prevention
Joseph Latino, of Allergy Technologies, said the reality is the present landscape of bed bugs is worsening, and responding reactively...
Check and prevent bed bugs
Joe Barile, of Bayer, explains that comprehensive treatment is essential to check and prevent bed bugs.
Protecting upholstery from bed bugs
Andrea Hancock, of Mattress Safe, explains how to protect furniture when treating for bed bugs.
Using resin strips to treat bed bugs
Dr. Chuck Silcox, of AMGUARD, explains how dichlorvos-impregnated resin strips can be used to treat bed bugs.
Tips for customers to avoid bed bugs
John-Michael Kibrick, of Sterifab, provides tips to give customers to prevent bed bug infestations.
Use NPMA bed bugs guidelines to treat bed bugs
Harry Bryan, of Nisus Corp., recommends using the National Pest Management Association's bed bugs guidelines for treatment tips.
Sprayers to use when treating bed bugs
Casey Prewitt, of Neogen, discusses the success of the sprayers that can be used to treat bed bugs.
The basics to bed bug treatment
Over the past decade or so, pest management professs have become more adept at dealing with bed bugs. There are...
Commit to customers for long-term success
Mark Lanford, of Ensystex, said that pest management professionals must have a commitment from customers to be successful long-term.
Tips to identify bed bugs
Mel Whitson, of Zoecon, provides tips on how to identify bed bugs to catch the infestation early.
Consider infestation before treating
David Newfang, ACE, of Rockwell Labs, says to consider the infestation levels, pressure and nature of the account to determine...
Vacuum to remove bed bugs
Dr. Nina Jenkins, of ConidioTec, advises to vacuum before treating for bed bugs to remove all visible bed bugs, skins...
Easing customer anxieties about bed bugs
Tommy Powell, of MGK, explains how to set expectations for customers when treating bed bugs to ease their anxiety on...
Use all tools available when it comes to bed bugs
When managing bed bugs, use all available tools: Equipment. This includes personal protective equipment (PPE) as well as a flashlight...