Experts weigh in with bed bug inspection tips
Pest Management Professional’s columnists and editorial advisory board members offer up their favorite bed bug inspection tips.
June 2024
Articles in This Edition
5 tips for odor control to prevent fly infestations
Flies can detect and follow odors over long distances, using chemoreceptors that detect specific volatile aromatic chemicals.
UVA LED ILT for filth fly management
New-generation ultraviolet-A (UVA) LED filament ILT technology is beneficial for progressive filth fly management.
Using essential oil formulations to cover fly pheromones
As a PMP, I have been in situations where I did all the right things to control flies. But I...
Temperature and time may affect ant management
When you consider how temperature and time influence ant activity together, it becomes easier to understand the highs and lows...
The value of regular team meetings
As the busy season ramps up in the pest control world, one of the first things we tend to neglect...
LED insect light traps
While it’s true that LED ILTs are not as visually bright as their fluorescent counterparts, this does not diminish their...
Bugs and building ensure a lasting legacy
When you need more space, consider this: Leaving one location and moving to another leaves those who have seen and...
4 steps for long-term success with fly control
Effective fly control is essential in residential, commercial and agricultural settings to maintain a clean environment and help prevent the...
From promise to progress: Tailor Made and 1-Stop Pest Control
I thought it would be good to catch up with last year’s start-ups and see how they are doing. Are...
Steps to prevent pests from entering homes or businesses
PMPs can treat flies and other outdoor invaders with sprays and baits, but to prevent callbacks, it’s important to educate...
Easing customer concerns
As bed bug awareness escalates, professionalism, education and compassion help alleviate customer anxiety.
Mitigate risks of fly infestations & prevent food safety violations
With rising temperatures and increased rainfall in many regions, PMPs can expect to see a surge in fly-related issues.
Questions linger from the 2023 tax season
This work has given some insight into income, tax liabilities and attitudes toward taxes. Read on for a few common...
Fly prevention starts outside the home
Prevention starts outside the home, especially with pet waste — eliminating this breeding ground is crucial.
The Pest Posse Roundup: Elevating professionalism in pest control
Professionalism in the pest control industry stands as the bedrock of trust and reliability, yet it often remains a topic...
RISE engages in regulatory advocacy
The National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) and the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) has been crucial in...
PMP Growth Summit: Bed Bug Roundtable
Pest management professionals (PMPs) and a biopesticide manufacturer discuss trends, obstacles and opportunities.
5 focal points for cattle farm inspection & treatment
Fly control usually occurs in commercial accounts like restaurants, but many PMPs are facing new challenges in specialty markets, such...
Address small flies with bio-sanitation
A successful integrated pest management (IPM) program will include sanitation measures that address organic build-up and chronic moisture problems.
Look for original breeding sites of house flies
Since house flies and several other fly species can fly long distances, their original breeding sites can go unnoticed if...
‘Seek out the source’ of outdoor fly infestations
When facing outdoor fly infestations, the SOS Principle — “Seek Out the Source” — becomes crucial.
FTC’s non-compete ban challenged in court
The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC’s) recent decision to preempt state laws and prohibit companies from using non-compete agreements appears to...
What’s your favorite bed bug inspection tip? (Reader Question of the Month)
Please take a moment to answer out latest reader poll: What's your favorite bed bug inspection tip?
Pest Trends: A holistic approach to bed bug management
In recent years, bed bugs have reemerged as a substantial challenge for the professional pest management industry.
Keys to controlling flies
When it comes to flies, proper identification and finding the breeding sources are the keys to control.
