Pest Management
Green goals in pest control are worth setting
Green initiatives are more than a trend. Many industries are putting greater emphasis on ensuring products are sourced and processed in an environmentally conscious manner
Renos draw unwanted critters out of woodwork
New construction and renovations can turn up the heat on pest pressures, but proactive measures can help prevent future infestations.
Advances in pest control could help condos
Several recent advances in pest control could help condo managers combat the bed bugs, flies, others insects and rodents that can invade their properties.
Spring pests return for flood season
Flood season is arriving to regions across Canada, posing a significant risk to infrastructure, potential loss of life and pest-related health risks.
Excess moisture increases pest pressure
In addition to making living spaces uncomfortable, indoor moisture problems can lead to structural damage, health and pest problems.
A role for employees in workplace pest prevention
Facility managers might be surprised to find out how often an employee accidentally introduces pests in the office.
Springtime pest removal
Springtime is here and summer is just around the corner. The birds are chirping, the sun is shining and the annual incursion of spring pests
Preventative maintenance for pest control
Preventative maintenance of outdoor amenities is essential for effective pest management. By creating an integrated action plan that continues throughout the year, property managers will have a better chance of keeping unwanted critters out...and happy residents in.
Pest prevention for pools and other amenities
A condominium’s amenities should set it apart from competitors, keeping owners and residents happy and suites occupied — at least, that’s the goal. A property
Aging facilities face increased pest pressure
While all buildings need protection against potential pests, older buildings can face increased pest pressures and unique challenges if left unprepared.
A zero-tolerance pest management policy
Every facility faces unique challenges when it comes to pest management. For healthcare facilities, maintaining a pest-free environment is an absolute necessity. Pests in hospitals,
Power of dust powder in eradicating bedbugs
Ranking high in safety, effectiveness and versatility, dust formulations should be part of a proper bedbug treatment plan.
Bird control for building managers
Property managers can lose thousands of dollars and clients due to birds roosting and nesting on their buildings.
Making good pest control moves
Whether moving into an existing office space or eyeing a new development, a building’s pest control plan should be a primary concern.
Environmentally-friendly pest control
The most effective pest control method is an integrated pest management (IPM) system, which takes proactive sanitation and facility maintenance steps to help prevent pest issues before they occur. Reducing the need for reactive chemical ...
The enemy within
Recent research has found that bedbugs can carry bacteria that have historically proven lethal to humans. This has raised the bar for integrated pest control providers. They now must kill the bedbugs and the potentially deadly microbes they carry.