There are still PMPs performing their very first bed bug services because of the dramatic increase in reported infestations. Successful treatment relies on mastering the fundamentals.
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Amorphous silica dust proven to be effective for bed bug control
Amorphous silica dust delivers rapid control even on resistant strains and remains viable for up to 10 years when undisturbed....
Libraries can be surprisingly susceptible to bed bug infestations
Libraries can be surprisingly susceptible to infestations. With patrons spending extended periods among books and furniture, the risk of bed...
Don’t delay when it comes to bed bug treatment
Time is of the essence for a customer who has bed bugs. After conducting a thorough inspection to determine where...
Products to maximize your rodent results
Ten industry leaders offer products, predictions and strategies to help pest management professionals detect, treat and prevent rodent infestations.
Photo Finish: Pi Chi Omega divides and conquers
Pi Chi Omega, the professional fraternity for the structural pest control industry, hit the ground running on Jan. 14. That’s...
Early detection key to combating bed bugs
One of the most important steps to eliminating infestations is to catch them early and treat them quickly.
A cautionary tale of pesticide exposure
Paul Bello, ACE, BCE, explains his pesticide accident from nearly 50 years ago as a reminder that PMPs use materials...
Strive to make your work-life balance guilt-free
For leaders in the pest control industry, guilt often stems from the desire to always be available to their team...
5 ways to sharpen your pest identification skills
Demonstrating your expertise by correctly identifying pests and explaining your approach solidifies your role as a knowledgeable professional who prioritizes...
Keys to carpenter ant control
Finding any ant inside a structure is unwelcome, but uncovering carpenter ants (Camponotus spp.) can add a layer of concern...
Use ULV wisely when targeting German cockroaches
Dr. Austin Frishman explains that ULV is still effective, but shares two situations where treatments initially failed and why.
With a healthy family, business is now the focus
With seven years of industry experience, Brian Zahringer started BugBoss The X-Terminator with his wife, Amber in 2021. Since its...
PPMA levels up its marketing efforts in 2025
The Professional Pest Management Alliance, which serves as the public outreach arm of the National Pest Management Association, continues to...
Tiny pests cause enormous risk for museum collections
Museums are tasked with safeguarding our cultural heritage, yet pests pose an ongoing challenge. Take an integrated pest management approach...
Follow ant patterns to effective place bait
Ants love to follow straight lines, which makes it easier to target them when baiting