In the landscape industry, pesticides are a vital force in the upkeep of plant material. One of the misconceptions of pesticides is that they are only for killing or preventing insects, but they actually perform a wide variety of purposes, such as weed control, mice or other animal deterrents and the killing and preventing of harmful bacteria and fungi. Also, pesticides are not just exclusive to t... read more

Integrated Pest Management, commonly referred to as IPM, is a trend that has demonstrated “staying power” within the pest management industry. IPM, as defined by the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), is a process involving common sense and sound solutions for controlling pests. The focus is upon finding the best strategy for a pest problem, not merely the simplest. Pest professional... read more

As the summer months rapidly approach, association and facility managers must begin taking proactive measures to prevent the presence of stinging insects within their condominium communities. Stinging pests send more than 500,000 people to the emergency room each year. Further, these insects can cause significant property damage, which often has serious financial implications for condominium commu... read more

Throughout the holiday season, your residents are likely throwing parties and hosting guests. During this busy time of year, cockroaches will also want to join the party – whether already living inside, venturing in from the outside or arriving on guests’ belongings. Although these pests come inside searching for food and warmth, you can help keep them out of your condo complex and away from y... read more