These Five Stages, Called IPM, are Key to Pest Control

These Five Stages, Called IPM, are Key to Pest Control

When you discover a pest infestation, it can be very disconcerting. Questions come up, like: Is my family safe? How did these pests get in? How do we get these pests out – AND make sure they don't come back? In this episode of PEST PROSpectives, Associate Certified...

Bedbugs: Finding Them, Getting Rid of Them and Keeping Them Out

Bedbugs: Finding Them, Getting Rid of Them and Keeping Them Out

They find a nice warm spot, tuck themselves in and sleep tight. Until they're hungry. Then, they set out on a trek to find a nice blood meal. Maybe it's you! We are talking about bedbugs. They bite at a time when you are at your most vulnerable: Snuggled in...

Understanding Bats: Helpful Outside but Harmful Inside

Understanding Bats: Helpful Outside but Harmful Inside

Adorable probably isn't a word folks would use to describe bats. In fact, some might call them downright creepy. But, Chris Luteyn – a Pest Pros wildlife specialist – joins us on PEST PROSpectives to help us understand bat behavior. You might be...

What to Do When Cute Squirrels Become Pests

What to Do When Cute Squirrels Become Pests

Your average neighborhood squirrels are certainly cute. Some would say adorable! But, very often their happy scampering around can lead to trouble. How so? Squirrels, just like many wild animals, are looking for a nice, cozy place to settle in and call home. All it...

How to Know When it’s Time to Call A Pest Control Professional

How to Know When it’s Time to Call A Pest Control Professional

Many of us are do-it-yourselfers. We are game to tackle many household projects and problems and bring the solution. But how to we know when we've reached a point when a professional is the best call where pest control is concerned? We asked Associate Certified...