Learn variety of fly species to develop treatment program
Filth flies are tricky business. Arming yourself with knowledge is the first strategic line of defense. Learning about the variety of species in this category — from house flies to blow flies to bottle flies to flesh flies — will... Read more»
Conduct surveys to determine a bird control strategy
Exotic bird pest species are associated with ectoparasites and numerous diseases. To establish a management protocol, it’s a good idea to conduct extensive surveys of population levels and location of problems. Remember, proper surveys can take several days, and some... Read more»
Tips to close bird control deals
One of the biggest challenges in bird control is not doing the solution work, but how to close deals. Here are some tips: Listening is the top sales skill. Ask specifically why the problem needs to be solved, then listen... Read more»
3 steps for professional bird control
Understanding the nuances of bird control identification and installation is an essential component to proper execution of a bird job. To maintain a professional standard of bird work: Identify the bird species. Identify the bird behavior and location. Estimate the... Read more»
3 tricks to make visual deterrents more effective for bird control
Many customers attempt to solve bird problems themselves by purchasing a visual deterrent, such as a plastic owl. But visual deterrents are only successful when the fear created overcomes the attraction of food, water or shelter at the site. Help... Read more»
Get control of a phorid fly infestation
When the call comes in to eliminate an infestation of Phoridae — phorid flies, also known as humpback, scuttle or coffin flies — you may have a lengthy battle on your hands. Phorid flies reproduce rapidly, and have the ability... Read more»
Education is key for flying insect control
Most PMPs will agree that flying insect treatments consist of identifying pest and harborage areas, treating those accordingly, and educating the customer on cleaning. Continued success, however, comes from creating programs for each individual customer. For example, how many times... Read more»
What to focus on when dealing with flying insects
A flying insect can be a grasshopper, a fly, a moth or a wasp. Some species are strong flyers and travel long distances. Focus on two areas when dealing with these pests: Where flying insects originate. Where flying insects rest.... Read more»