Biological pest control relies on natural mechanisms for controlling pests but also involves active human management. Biological pest control is an important part of an integrated pest management program (IPM Program). Biological pest control consists of three stages: Importation – a pest’s natural enemy is introduced to control the nuisance…
Category: Bed Bug Information
Bed Bugs…..Did you Know?
With all of the media attention bed bugs are getting again, you may think you know all there is to know about the pesky little creatures. You know that they bite you in your sleep, cause itchy red bumps, and can be difficult to get rid of. But I bet…
The Funniest Pest Control Business Names
It is not always easy to come up with a great name for a company and the pest control business is no exception to the rule. Many company names use puns or some sort of play on words that will make someone laugh so the name sticks in his head….
A Scientific Look at Bed Bugs
It is quite probable that you have had an encounter with bed bugs at some point in your life. Bed bugs show up in a lot of hotels or public areas such as college dorms but they can also get into a clean bedroom in a home. Kenneth Haynes of…
A Quick and Easy Guide to Bed Bugs
Recognizing a bed bug, By appearance A bed bug that has just hatched is semi-transparent and a light tan color. It is only about the size of a pin head. Adult bed bugs are much easier to see. They are flat and have a brownish-red oval shaped body. Adult bed…
5 Worst Ways to Get Rid of Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are pesky little critters that can be impossible to get rid of without the help of a professional. Though there may be ideas of what will work, none of them are foolproof ways to ensure your home is bed bug free. Here are some ideas for getting rid…
Good Night, Sleep Tight – The Truth Behind the Childhood Nursery Rhyme
The Nursery Rhyme Good night, sleep tight Don’t let the bedbugs bite. But if they do, then take your shoe and Hit them till they’re black and blue The Rhyme Deconstructed There are many theories and myths surrounding the meaning of the words in the childhood nursery rhyme. The theory…
Bed Bugs Facts and Statistics
Facts about Bed Bugs Bed bugs are small oval insects that do not fly. People think bed bugs live in a mattress but they can live anywhere in your home. They are most common in beds but will take up residence anywhere that they have easy access to human blood…
The Health Risks of Having Bed Bugs
It can be hard to know if you have been bitten by a bed bug but if you think you may have been, you can check for signs of infestation. When a bed bug bites you, they release an anesthetic and an anticoagulant that will prevent you from knowing you…
The Top 10 Most Bed Bug Infested Hotels in the World
Dealing with bed bugs can be a literal nightmare for hotels. If one room becomes infested, it can cost a lot of money to contain the infestation. The room that is infested has to be shut down and they need to shut down adjoining rooms as well in case bed…