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Overwintering pests can be difficult, because pest management professionals often get called in once these pests have emerged indoors. ...

Drywood termites commonly enter structures through attic or foundation vents, or under eaves or shingles. Unlike subterranean termites, they don’t require a connection to damp soil, so they don’t construct......

To prevent ant problems, each quarter apply a repellent pyrethroid or botanical spray on the foundation and around entry points per the label. Add a weatherable 10 percent boric acid......

Some populations of bed bugs have evolved resistance to many traditional insecticide sprays. To combat this problem, pest management professionals should try to incorporate other products with demonstrated effectiveness against......

The best strategy for cockroach control is to “mix it up.” Gel baits are great tools, but should be rotated for cleanout vs. maintenance. Don’t limit your strategy to only......

Bed bug control is one of the most difficult challenges a pest management professional will face, thanks to the extreme thoroughness of treatment required and the typically zero tolerance for......

Stored product pests can be annoyingly persistent in certain accounts, and fumigation isn’t practical in many areas. Removing the infested commodity is the most important step, but there are several......

If one thing is known about cockroaches, it’s they shouldn’t be underestimated. To avoid potential resistance problems, rotate a minimum of two gel baits. When selecting products to rotate, it’s......

Ants can be active and invade structures anytime the weather is sufficiently warm. To prevent infestation, try a weatherable granular bait as part of the regular perimeter program. Weatherable bait......

  Carpenter ants are sometimes called the termites of the North because of their propensity to damage wood and the fact they’re not limited to the more temperate climates. Colonies......