Chapter 1: Introduction to Effective Communication in Wildlife Pest Control In the first chapter of today’s episode of the “Living The Wildlife” podcast with Stephen…
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Uncover the secrets to “Mastering Mole Trapping” in today’s episode of the Living The Wildlife Podcast. Explore the stunning beauty of Utah, the unique conditions…
Chapter 1: The Importance of Gloves in Handling of Bats Wildlife control is a risky and challenging job that requires a high level of expertise…
The game-changing ABCs of service you NEED to know! The pest control industry is highly competitive, and businesses need to differentiate themselves from their competitors…
Chapter 1: Unlocking Business Growth In today’s competitive business landscape, business growth is essential for success. Whether you’re a startup or an established company, identifying…
Rodenticide Ban: Current Situation and Potential Solutions The current situation regarding the rodenticide ban is complex, with different regulations in place across various regions. For…
Can LeadSquirrel Marketing Agency Help You Boost Your Revenue? Welcome to another episode of “Living the Wildlife” with host and wildlife control consultant Stephen Van…
Navigating Vulture Problems: Understanding Federal Protections and Regulations Introduction Wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel received a question about vulture control and decided to create a…
Revolutionizing Your Pricing Strategy: The One Key to Success Unveiled by TaylorMade Pest Control’s Incredible Growth Story! Are you struggling to set prices for your…
Welcome to today’s episode of the Living The Wildlife With Stephen Vantassel, wildlife control professionals! Are you looking for an ethical and humane way to…
The Real Challenges Faced by Pest Control Business Owners: Navigating the Economy, Laws, and Sustainability Welcome to our latest video, where we dive into the…
Are you looking to take your wildlife photography to the next level? Look no further! In this informative video, we’re going to share with you…
Being a part of local and national pest control associations can make a significant impact on your business success. In this video, Christian, the owner…
This document outlines a comprehensive protocol for Wildlife Control Operators (WCOs) to safely and ethically clean up raccoon latrines within structures. Raccoon latrines can pose…
Great to know you are taking a thoughtful and responsible stance towards pest control, taking into consideration the well-being of both people and the environment.…
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Baton represents a state-of-the-art B2B referral platform that caters to pest control and home services firms. Its cutting-edge features transform the way these businesses interact…
The AVMA has established guidelines for the use of carbon dioxide (CO2) in euthanizing wildlife animals. Below are some of the recommended best practices for…
The duration required to assess the success of advertising, marketing, and strategic sales strategies can vary significantly depending on factors such as the product, target…
Dr. Niam Quinn and Dr. Toni Piaggio are leading groundbreaking research on genetic mutations in rats that provide resistance to second-generation rodenticides at the National…
The ‘Living The Wildlife’ podcast, hosted by wildlife consultant Stephen Vantassel, has an ongoing interview series featuring guest Niamh Quin Ph.D., and this is the…
Discover alternative approaches to rodent control that do not involve the use of rodenticides by tuning into an informative video led by Niam Quinn, a…
Do you have a severe infestation of German roaches in your apartment complex? This video will give you a startling tour of a building plagued…
This video demonstrates one of the most efficient ways to eliminate pests, which is the use of roach bait. To effectively bait for German roaches,…
This video features an interview with Tom Miche, a renowned expert in the pest control industry, where he shares his insights on effective marketing strategies…
[pestgeek] St. Augustine grass is a well-known turfgrass variety used in warm-season areas, but it is susceptible to Large Patch Disease, a prevalent fungal disease…
[wordpress] Niamh Quinn is the Human-Wildlife Interactions Advisor for the University of California Cooperative Extension and is based at the South Coast Research and Extension…
The 6 Types of Working Genius” by Patrick Lencioni delves into the essence of genius in the realm of leadership and team building. Through thorough…
German roaches in apartment buildings can quickly spread and become a nuisance. One often overlooked source of infestations is trash bins and cans. This video…
Join Stephen Vantassel as he continues his interview with Christian Alan of Tailor Made Pest Control, Louisville, KY. https://www.tailormadepestcontrol.com/about-u #pestcontrolbusiness #pestcontrol Support Us On Patreon:…
Follow-up frequency is critical in controlling German roach infestations. Quicker follow-ups allow for faster identification of new infestations and elimination. Guidelines for follow-up service frequency:…
Handling unrealistic expectations from entitled customers can be a challenge for businesses as it can affect the customer experience negatively and result in dissatisfaction. To…
PPE is necessary while handling fertilizers due to the risk of inhaling hazardous chemicals and dust particles which may cause respiratory issues. Some fertilizers may…
German Cockroaches can be neurologically impacted by roach gel bait in pest control. Roach gel is a common control method due to its appealing, toxic…
Living The Wildlife’s Stephen Vantassel Interviews Christian Alan, Owner of Tailor Made Pest Control
Interview with Christian Alan, owner of Tailor Made Pest Control in Louisville, KY, conducted by Stephen Vantassel, discussing his first year in business. Stephen Vantassel…
Travis Bottoms of Polit Pest: How Social Media influencers can help grow your pest control business.
Collaborating with social media influencers can be a highly effective strategy for pest control companies to expand their audience and improve their brand image. As…
When it comes to maintaining a beautiful and functional landscape, simply focusing on lawn care is not enough. A well-designed and properly maintained landscape takes…
In this video, Stephen Vantassel will be discussing the dangers associated with handling dead animals and carcass decomposition. Rabies can be a serious health risk…
If you’re a pest management professional performing an extermination service in an apartment building with German cockroaches, then this video is for you! In this…
[powerpress} What does it take to start and grow a natural pest control business from 1 to 40? Today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast welcomes…
If you’re looking to start or grow your pest control business, be sure to watch this video with Maria Sorrentino Of Pest Pros Of Michigan!…
Melissa Schreiner is an entomologist with the Colorado State University. She has expertise in the study of Triatomine bugs. This interview is a must-watch if…
If you’re not ranking well in Google, then it’s time to fix your website SEO. Are you feeling like you’re failing on your small business…
This video is important for anyone who uses or is affected by these rodenticide policy updates, as it will help you to better understand the…
If you work with Anticoagulant Rodenticides, this is an important video that you won’t want to miss! In this video, Wildlife Control Consultant Stephen Vantassel…
If you’re looking to create a healthy company culture and grow your business, then you’ll want to watch this video! On today’s edition of The…
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By defining the term ‘stakeholder’ and the role of the NWRC, today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast addresses the role of the NWRC…
From 2 employees to a thriving 22 employee business? How is it done and do you have what it takes? On today’s edition of The…
This patented Three-in-One Rodent Bait Station allows for extreme customization for all unique accounts. You do not want to skip this video! On today’s edition…
The hiring process can be one of the most daunting challenges a small business owner has to face. In some cases, the best option is…
With a shortage of quality wildlife photography available, understanding wildlife image copyright, licensing is key in the wildlife control field. On today’s edition of the…
Anyone who thinks running a pest control business is easy needs to watch this video. On today’s episode of The Pestgeek Podcast, host and integrated…
How do we understand and determine the effectiveness of a German roach control service? On today’s episode of Pestgeek Podcast, host and Integrated Pest Management…
Due to the extirpation of beavers from many of their home ranges, it is paramount that wildlife control specialists take this into consideration when dealing…
if you are considering starting your own pest control startup, understanding your market is essential. Not only is this essential but it goes hand in…
The last place you need a roach infestation is at a restaurant! On today’s episode of the Pestgeek Podcast, host and integrated pest control specialist…
What can a wildlife control professional do when bird activity becomes a cause of dread for clients or when bird activity such as feces can…
Considering starting your own pest control management service? You do not want to skip this video! On today’s episode of The Pestgeek Podcast, host and…
Ants getting into the bathroom through the extractor vent? On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast, host and integrated pest control management expert Frank ‘The…
Committing fuel and time to service areas without knowing the specifics on certain properties can be counterproductive and costly. On today’s edition of the Living…
For many pest control business owners, it is easy to despair when comparing one’s progress to other small businesses. On today’s edition of the Pestgeek…
Possibly the most aggravating thing to experience in a brand new townhouse is a rat infestation. How on earth does this happen?! On today’s edition…
It is very likely, if you are a pest control professional, that you will often cross paths with a home inspector. On today’s edition of…
You placed your roach bait as usual but the problem is only getting worse. What is the issue? On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast,…
If you are a small business owner who needs to get a better grasp of the marketing side of your business, you do not want…
This is an episode that you do not want to miss. On today’s episode of The Pestgeek Podcast, host and integrated pest control management specialist…
“Unique Products”“Solid Workmanship”“Fair Prices” Fields Development & Supply is today’s topic. On today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast’, host and wildlife control consultant…
Today’s episode of the Pestgeek Podcast is special as we are happy to welcome Christian Allan owner/operator of Tailor Made Pest Control to the family.…
Porcupines are known as large rodents with coats of sharp spines, or quills, that protect them against predation. It is also known that the term…
On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast, host and integrated pest control management expert Frank ‘The Pestgeek’ Hernandez explains how a beautiful brand new townhome…
This super bright dual fuel tactical flashlight is the perfect everyday carry light. It accepts a single lithium or alkaline battery, providing ultimate flexibility in…
Host and wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel reviews ‘Key Questions in Urban Pest Management’ By Partho Dhang on today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife…
After briefly discussing Eric’s background and pathway to home inspection and pest control he moves onto discuss what exactly constitutes a home inspection. If you…
This landscape has been under our care for about 15 years. Much of the Ixoras look wonderful, however, there is another section where the problems…
Before getting into the specificity of porcupine control in upcoming episodes, Stephen will address several biological issues as they relate to porcupine. On today’s episode…
On today’s edition of the Pestgeek podcast, host and integrated pest control expert Franklin ‘The Pestgeek’ Hernandez discusses the importance of diligence even when no…
Driving along a Florida turnpike during rainy season reveals miles of stagnant water. This is not good news for homeowners living nearby. On today’s episode…
Having discussed the challenges of feral pig baiting within the last few weeks, on today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, host and wildlife…
If you are a pest control technician that wants to become a pest control operator or a solopreneur, this video is for you! On today’s…
One of the most effective ways to deal with a roach infestation is to perform exclusion services on a property. If your customers rent, however,…
Join us for today’s discussion on the importance of wearing respirators. On today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, host and wildlife control consultant…
When it’s clear that other companies have failed, you have an opportunity! Asking why is key to becoming the pest solution customers need. ‘Owning’ the…
On today’s episode of the Pestgeek Podcast, host and Integrated Pest Management professional Franklin ‘The Pestgeek’ demonstrates how crawlspaces are easy access for roaches to…
If you are a wildlife control professional, you need to watch this video. On today’s edition of Living The Wildlife, host and wildlife control consultant…
Feral pigs should be a concern for many wildlife control specialists as this species is invasive and in some cases crossing borders into areas previously…
Originally a 3 hour integrated pest control management business consultation, on today’s edition of The Pestgeek Podcast, host and integrated pest control management specialist Franklin…
Although Ryobi backpack sprayers work well, the hose tends to damage easily and needs to be replaced often. If you attempt to do this yourself,…
The quality of compassion or consideration for animals is a concern that is increasingly important in today’s world. On today’s edition of the Living The…
Though rewarding on many levels, this job presents professionals with many challenges that involve grueling shifts in extremely hot weather often with little time to…
A poorly thought out landscape design can create major issues for IPM tech’s to maintain. Find out why. On today’s episode of the Pestgeek Podcast,…
Today’s video finds wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel (Host of Living The Wildlife) giving us an overview of the The Bailey Beaver Trap. Do not…
If you are an IPM technician considering starting your own IPM business, this is something to think about. With a great number of pest control…
Although initially thought to be water damage on this ficus tree, the evidence points in another direction. On today’s episode of the Pestgeek podcast, we…
[wordpress] For many reasons, a considerable number of professionals in the wildlife control industry choose to remain independent of any industry associations. More often than…
Figuring Out How To Incorporate Exclusion Services In Your IPM Startup Business Using The 80/20 Rule
Making the transition from pest control tech to pest control business owner is never an easy step. Along the way, however, there are several things…
The yard on on this Miami property is maintained on a monthly basis. However, less than 30 days from our last visit, we find clear…
Even if you do not use rodenticide as a wildlife control professional, this topic is relevant to you. One of the most difficult topics of…
Running a business is hard enough. Running an IPM business is often a lonely endeavor. The question is: are you the right fit for this…
As integrated pest ;management professionals, we pride ourselves on doing our work efficiently and effectively. However, sometimes, no matter how we try, there just is…
Find out why making your voice heard on many topics that impact your business is vital. You may not think lobbying your government for your…
Of all the steps needed to launch your Integrated Pest Control business, there are 3 items most business owners struggle with. On today’s edition of…
Impossible landscapes to maintain on today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast with integrated pest control management professional Franklin ‘The Pestgeek’ Hernandez. This beautiful lawn on…
There is an important distinction to be made by wildlife control professionals to help the public have a proper understanding of these procedures without perpetuating…
Are you a pest control pro who struggles with growth potential in your field? On today’s edition of the Pestgeek podcast, host and integrated pest…
Having trouble with gophers? On today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, host and wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel reviews the Burrow Buddy gopher…
It may be a little known fact that most pest control professionals in the IPM industry come from diverse backgrounds. In fact, many IPM professionals…
You are well aware that standing water is the number one breeding spot for mosquitoes if you are an integrated pest management professional,. Mosquitoes breed…
If you are in the wildlife control business, you do not want to miss this video! Basic wildlife control baiting theory and tactics are the…
Over the past year, a lot of things have changed at the Pest Geek Podcast. Since our last ‘Blue Chair Chronicles’, on all fronts, we…
In our previous episode of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, host and wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel gave us a brief overview of Rattus Rattus…
It may come as a surprise to many that the majority of pest control professionals come from all walks of life? In fact, many pest…
This lawn has always been healthy. Suddenly, it started showing severe signs of draught stress since we serviced it prior to our last visit .…
Today’s video is a refresher as wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel discusses the roof rat, its habits, habitat and biology on today’s edition of the…
Does starting a holistic pest control business sound like something you would like to do? What does a tailgate have to do with pest control?…
Why This Major Draught Problem With Lawn Is The Result Of Irrigation System Issues In Miami Property
We service the lawn every 2 months. The last time we were here, the lawn looked great. This time, it has severe draught problems, why?…
The use of chloroform in wildlife control can be a source of contention on both sides of the industry. On today’s edition of the Living…
Before starting this consultation, guest Fred Estopier discusses how watching many of our videos and posts have helped to shape his views in terms of…
Commonly known by pest control specialists for its use in fumigating and controlling insects in grain bins, Aluminum phosphide is used to a lesser degree…
So what does it take to run a successful IPM business? Are you thinking about getting into the holistic pest control business? There is plenty…
Are mosquitos keeping you from enjoying family time in your backyard? You do not want to miss this one! On today’s edition of the Pestgeek…
Are you a wildlife control specialist and you need to deal with skunk removal? On today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, host and…
Startup Consultation with Fred Estopier What You Need Before Starting Up A Pest Control Business Part 3. On today’s edition, the final episode of this…
How are new bans on nitrogen in fertilizer going to affect pest control in Miami? On today’s episode of the Pestgeek Podcast, host and integrated…
If carcass disposal is part of your work as a wildlife control professional then you need to watch this video. On today’s edition of the…
So What should you be aware of before you start an IPM business? On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast (the second of a series),…
If you are a pest control professional, you are aware of the hazards of handling product. Fertilizer is no exception. In fact, it must be…
Cliff Swallows are protected birds. There are state laws that must be understand when dealing with the humane and ethical treatment of these birds in…
Meet Fred Estopier. Fred Estopier is on a journey to building and running a successful pest control management business. Watch as he discusses how he,…
Most people tend to think Millipeds are insects when, in fact, they are not. On today’s episode of the Pestgeek Podcast, we find a yellow-banded…
What is Tularemia and should you be concerned about it? You may be surprised. On today’s edition of Living The Wildlife with host and wildlife…
Do not skip this edition of The Pestgeek Podcast with Integrated Pest Management Pro Franklin Hernandez as we see a dramatic reduction of a heavy…
On our previous video, we showed you how we managed to reduce a German roach infestation by 95%. On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast,…
As a wildlife control consultant, what do you need to do to see growth this year? If you want to see growth, you owe it…
This Miami trash room had a severe roach infestation. However, after a trial period of two weeks, the trash room shows a reduction of over…
On this episode of The Pestgeek Podcast, Miami based integrated pest control professional Franklin Hernandez ‘The Pestgeek’ shows us how a nesting site with hundreds…
If you are a wildlife control professional, you need to watch this video. On today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, wildlife control consultant…
Do not miss this video. On today’s episode of The Pestgeek Podcast, we have a major American Roach infestation due to large gaps in a…
All a roach requires to make its way into a home is the thickness of two quarters. On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast, integrated…
Do not skip this episode of the Living The Wildlife podcast as host and wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel brings us brief overview of the…
Although moths are to be found everywhere, this one is a rare find. On today’s episode of the Pestgeek Podcast, integrated pest control management expert…
Do not skip today’s episode of the Pestgeek Podcast as Integrated Pest Management Expert Franklin Hernandez (The Pestgeek) demonstrates how ant bait is carried into…
On today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, host and wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel shares his tops on dealing with government agencies such…
There are a few things to keep in mind when it comes to philodendron rojo congo care. The red congo plant is widely known for…
Native to eastern South America, the Bougainvillea Bush is known to have thorns and these thorns can be vicious. So why place them near a…
Living The Wildlife Podcast host and wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel reviews the Pig Brig feral hog trap. On today’s edition, Stephen gives us an…
Learn how we successfully managed to gain control of mosquitoes on this property after a two week period of testing. On today’s edition of the…
Is it possible to kill Aedes species mosquitoes and their larvae using the Inzecto Mosquito Trap? On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast, Integrated Pest…
What is the Vertebrate Pest Conference? It is the longest and oldest running vertebrate pest control conference in the world. On today’s edition of the…
Bait stations, especially large ant bait stations are notoriously mistreated by landscapers. Keeping ant bait stations intact when landscapers do their work is often a…
[powerpess] After the most meticulous of integrated pest control protocols, there are times when Big-headed ants simply won’t go for the bait. On today’s edition…
Voles are mouse-like creatures (sometimes called Meadow Mice) found in North America, Europe and northern Asia. They are known to be stout rodents with short…
Two organic approaches to fruit fly control: one consists of apple cider vinegar and soap; the second, a proprietary homemade blend. Which one will be…
Fruit flies are getting into my house. Does this sound familiar? Here’s How To Fix That Using Organic Pest Control. On today’s edition of the…
If you are new to the wildlife control industry, you won’t want to miss today’s program. On today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast,…
On today’s episode of the Pestgeek Podcast, holistic pest control professional Franklin Hernandez (The Pestgeek) takes apart the 12 Gallon Battery Powered PETRA BEAST Cart…
After just two months on the field, this battery powered sprayer is seriously failing. On today’s episode of the Pestgeek Podcast, holistic pest control professional…
Living The Wildlife Host Stephen Vantassel Interviews Former PVE Wildlife Control Owner Phil Nichols
The wildlife control industry really got its start in the 80s. On this edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast with host and wildlife control…
When applying a non repellent like Alpine WSG for German roaches, when would you use an IGR (insect growth regulators) ? This question was sent…
So how effective are indoor bug traps? On today’s edition of The Pestgeek Podcast, we compare 2 popular indoor bug traps: The Katchy indoor bug…
Looking for a professional-grade rat trap that is humane? Do not skip this video! On today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, host and…
Are you needing some guidance in reaching your business goals? On today’s edition, The Pestgeek continues the series ’12 D’s to achieving success in anything…
On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast, We find 5 different kinds of ants at this location is a bigger concern: big headed ants, carpenter…
Do not miss today’s edition of ‘Living The Wildlife’ wildlife control consultant and host Stephen Vantassel as he discusses the challenges of learning to market…
Do not skip this video! On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast, Franklin Hernandez, The Pestgeek, shows us how to get rid of ants in…
On this edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, wildlife control consultant and host Stephen Vantassel interviews Dr. Roger Baldwin of The Vertebrate Pest Conference.…
How do you know if you are hiring the right person for the job? What does it take to hire the right people? What is…
On today’s episode of Pestgeek Podcast, we use glue boards to monitor the reduction of a German roach population. Every 2 weeks we can verify…
The end of the year is always a good time to assess your business goals and your trajectory as well as think of new strategies…
On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast, Franklin talks about 3 ways to generate more income if you are a solo operator in the integrated…
On today’s episode, we’ll explain how excess moisture combined with excess shade can produce weeds and disease in a beautiful lawn. The signs of disease…
It’s clear that we have entered a new economic reality. On today’s Pestgeek Podcast, we explore how and why the so called gig economy is…
A Customer complains about strange burrows in lawn. The Pestgeek knows who is to blame: Mole Crickets ! On today’s episode of the Pestgeek Podcast,…
Join us on today’s episode of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, as host and wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel gives us an overview of his…
Dream, desire, direction, decisiveness; all part of the journey towards success. On today’s edition, The Pestgeek continues the series ’12 D’s to achieving success in…
This is how we inspect for ficus defoliation caused by whiteflies. On today’s edition, after four months of treatment, we redid the treatment as there…
Wildlife Control Consultant Stephen Vantassal Reviews ‘The Closer’s Survival Guide’ By Grant Cardone
Sales is often a dirty word that many sole operators or business owners view in a negative light. However, it doesn’t have to be this…
Today’s topic for achieving anything you want: decisiveness. Making decisions on desperation is detrimental to business development success. In most cases, desperation leads to what…
Initial Inspection Fail: German Roach Infestation In Overlooked Places & Grain Weevils In The Pantry
Following holistic pest control management protocol -regardless of the severity of the infestation- is essential. Today’s video shows us why. 20-30% of our business is…
One of the challenges of wildlife control services is bad regulation. Controlling woodpeckers requires doing so within the scope of the law. On today’s Living…
“If you don’t know where you are going, any road will take you there.” On today’s edition, holistic pest control expert Franklin Hernandez ‘the Pestgeek’…
Cool season disease have started and brown patches on grass are already visible on a healthy lawn. The signs are there. Lawn diseases are common…
{powerpress} Ant stations are often destroyed by landscapers and are require replacement because of this. On today’s edition, this is how we customize an ant…
Over 65% of people dream of running a small business and working for themselves. Dreaming and doing however are 2 very different things, though. On…
On today’s edition, The PestGeek finds American cockroaches in a home after a recent re-roof. On close inspection, he finds a multitude of gaps and…
On today’s edition of Living The Wildlife, host and wildlife consultant Stephen Vantassel takes us through the basics of Masonry Chimneys and how to deal…
Sometimes, the right question makes the difference. Do you have what it takes to start a small business? Do you dream about running a small…
On today’s episode, this is how we get our clients’ lawns fantastic results even when neighbors do not take care of their lawns. Our approach…
If you run a wildlife control business and are struggling to control feral or free range cats, do not miss this video. On today’s edition…
A year ago, we were called to treat these severely damaged Exora plants. We began treating them with our natural eco-friendly approach to landscape care.…
On today’s edition, we discuss why we use glue boards and monitors as part of our holistic approach to integrated pest control management to gain…
On today’s edition of Living The Wildlife Podcast, wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel discusses the basics of Carbon Monoxide Fumigation. In particular, this episode focuses…
No granular fertilizers were used to get this plant to look healthy and gorgeous. In fact, we employ 100% natural foliar spray combinations with micronutrients…
Within a period of 3 months, it is easy for many problems to arise. Especially in South Florida, this can be a recipe for disaster.…
On today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, host and wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel Interviews Eric McCool Of Critter McCool Management Group. Very…
[wordpress] On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast, Franklin discusses the difference between weeds: sedge, broadleaf and grassweed. In addition to this, he’ll explain why…
On today’s edition of The Pestgeek podcast, Franklin observes a storks looking for something in a lawn. This may be a sign of grubs in…
On today’s edition, wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel demos “The Connector Trap” by Bud’s Trap Company, LLC. “The Connector” was designed to create another tool…
Controlling a mosquito population in South Florida can be a daunting task. On today’s edition of Pestgeek Podcast, we discuss how to deal with mosquito…
Exclusion is organic pest control and on today’s edition, we inspect a garage for gaps that might give bugs open access to a home. This…
On today’s Living The Wildlife Podcast, host Stephen Vantassel discusses the concept of thinking strategically about the future of professional wildlife and pest control trade…
The thought of selling makes most people squirm. With most pest control techs, it’s no different. Here’s the good news. It turns out, in many…
On today’s edition, as part of our premium lawn care services, we examine dying grass and try to locate the source of the problem. In…
On today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife with Stephen Vantassel, we discuss the truth about certifications in the field of wildlife and pest control.…
Don’t miss today’s edition, as part of our holistic approach to integrated pest management, Franklin demos an essential lawncare product, the BEAST Battery Powered Cart…
On today’s edition of The Pestgeek Podcast, Franklin inspects a Lady Palm (Rhapis Palm) with anthracnose disease, chlorosis and necrosis. Interestingly enough, the most severe…
On today’s edition of The Living The Wildlife Podcast With Stephen Vantassel, we discuss the challenges of charitable giving for the small wildlife control business…
On today’s edition, the Pestgeek shares a gift someone sent him as a prank. Running a successful integrated pest management business is often a dauntingly…
On today’s edition, we placed bait on 5 glue boards in a trash room previously sprayed with pyrethroid against German roaches. This is the first…
On today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast, host Stephen Vantassel welcomes guest Jordi Segers, Coordinator of the White-Nose Syndrome Program in Canada to…
American roach eggs at a commercial facility bathroo, on today’s edition. American roach feces are often confused with mice feces or rodent feces. A roach…
On today’s edition, lawn care tips. This is how you to get a beautiful green lawn without using nitrogen fertilizer. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol…
Stephen Vantassel Interviews Mike Martin and C.Gotlibowski of pestwildlifeproducts.com to discuss their journey into pest and wildlife control. Featuring rat traps, chipmunks removal tips. #pestcontroltraining…
How To Cope With Trials And Tribulations While Running A Successful Integrated Pest Control Business. Trials and tribulations are a part of everyday life. Running…
On today’s edition, we find out why there are termites in this house. It turns out that when construction was done, wood was left behind.…
Bird damage in cherry orchards can give you an insight into protecting fruit trees in general. On today’s edition of the Living The Wildlife Podcast,…
On today’s edition, an unhealthy palm tree: wrong size, wrong color. Most techs would likely recommend fertilizer. However, on close inspection we find the culprit:…
Starting with the Non-anticoagulant, fat soluble and relatively fast acting characteristics of this rodenticide and its effect on the nervous system, Stephen ends it with…
How important is it to hone those selling skills as an integrated pest control technician? On today’s edition, the Pestgeek discusses the challenges of getting…
On today’s edition, There are fly maggots in a rat trap 4 days after placing the trap. Integrated pest control pro Franklin Hernandez explains why.…
Wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel discusses introduced rats and an endemic roundworm on today’s Living The Wildlife. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol #pestmanagement #bugs #pestcontrollife…
On today’s edition, some more realities about running a small IPM company. The challenges of being a sole operator and running an integrated pest control…
On today’s edition, roaches are getting into home through the attic. This is how our organic pest control takes care of sealing and proofing an…
Michael Beran is the founder and owner of Wildlife Command Center. On today’s edition, Michael takes us through his remarkable journey from a stint on…
Today we discuss the touchy subject of demonstrating value in integrated pest control and why scaling an IPM business is such a challenge. Also, the…
Getting a landscape to look this beautiful is the result of careful and meticulous planning. On today’s edition, we show you how we get beautiful…
On this edition of Living the Wildlife, wildlife control consultant Stephen Vantassel once again welcomes Thomas Kaps of Flock Free Bird Control Systems and Services.…
The issue of fairness in business and life in general is too often just an excuse for giving up. On today’s edition, why are you…
Integrated pest control is requires much more than placing rodent stationsYou need rodent exclusion. You need to proof your property against rats, roaches, mice and…
On today’s edition, Wildlife consultant Stephen Vantassel discusses his ‘day job’: what it’s like to work with a government agency and his role in wildlife…
The challenges of running a small integrated pest control business during a pandemic and the truth about pest control experience vs. pest control expertise. On…
On today’s edition, we find rat activity in a home through rub marks along textured drywall. Rat proofing the home is needed here as well…
On today’s edition of ‘The Living The Wildlife Podcast’, wildlife consultant Stephen Vantassel gets candid about wildlife research. Hands on field research is sorely needed…
Lisa Myers Botts (Owner operator at Peacock Pest Prevention) discusses Women In Pest Control With The Pestgeek On today’s edition, our guest Lisa Myers Botts…
Dozens of mosquitoes suddenly appearing inside a home. After a brief inspection, we find mosquito larvae in the water of a plant inside the home.…
A few tips on properly painting a rat cage to maximize its effectiveness against rodents. On today’s edition of ‘Living The Wildlife’ with host and…
Being a pest control business owner requires a lot of hats. Being a salesperson is the hat that most do not enjoy. On today’s edition,…
A newly bought house with rats getting into home. Part of a holistic approach to integrated pest control involves locating the entry points and sealing…
As opposed to old snare systems that are inhumane to animals, the Select-A-Catch is a cable restraint animal capturing device that is capable of capturing…
Pest control in Miami is a very competitive field. Running a small integrated pest management business is quite a challenge. On today’s edition, it’s the…
On today’s edition, how to maintain an In2Care Mosquito Control Trap. If mosquito control is part of your pest control routine, here’s what you need…
On today’s edition of Living The Wildlife, Wildlife Consultant Stephen Vantassel demos the Frye Inspection Tool originally developed in conjunction with urban entomologist, Matt Frye,…
So how much of a gap do American roaches need to actually invade a home. It turns out, not much. On today’s edition, a stove…
On today’s edition, we catch a juvenile rat alongside an adult rat using an Ambush rat station and Trapper T-rex inside. This is done for…
Wildlife consultant Stephen Vantassel discusses a wide range of topics that address wildlife conservation, wildlife control as well integrated pest management. He also hosts a…
After new roof job, customer calls to complain about roaches invading home . We find gaps in new roof and recommend excluder(exclusion foam). The gap…
A sudden surge of roaches. 23 roaches in a period of an hour. No nymphs purely adults suddenly invading this home. They are everywhere. We…
On today’s edition, Wildlife Control Consultant Stephen Vantassel discusses snake repellent barriers. #pests #pestcontrol #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrolbusiness #pestcontrolservice #pestcontrolconsultants #wildlifecontrol #lawncare #pestcontrolmarketing #marketing #entrepreneur Stephen M.…
On today’s edition, it’s plaster bagworms. Little worms (inside a caccoon they build) that feed offof bacteria on your garage walls. There is no chemical…
On today’s edition, the truth about trying to work during rainy season; the challenge of doing lawn care in 100 degree Miami summer weather. This…
Today’s edition is to help you identify and find firearm laws in your state. Wildlife consultant Stephen tackles the issue of Firearms and firearm laws.…
Mulch becomes organic matter and provides places for insects to burrow and make nests. What does this mean? It means more insects around the house.…
Growing and caring for a Podocarpus. On today’s edition, join us for a routine inspection of a Podocarpus, also commonly known as a Podocarpus Macrophyllus.…
The right Rodent exclusion is a key component of Integrated Pest Control. Sealing off gaps in your garage is priority. On today’s edition, Stephen Vantassel…
Burn marks, mite damage, webbing from spiders and crinkled leaves which are evidence of Skeletonizers (moths in the family Zygaenidae). On today’s edition we inspect…
roof rat (rattus rattus) can easily get in the can jump, climb and drop onto a roof from almost anywhere. performing repairs Rodent proofing exclusion…
On today’s edition of Living the Wildlife, Stephen Vantassel interviews Kyle Waltz of ‘Conserv’. Kyle takes us back to his start in wildlife control and…
Being able to buy a rodenticide bait station for $9 online is fairly easy. But if you are not a qualified rodent control specialist, is…
A thorough exclusion inspection includes crawl spaces, electrical, garage doors and much more. On today’s edition we find unsealed rooftops that include openings to bats,…
Following an initial service done 6 months prior, there are American roach problems again. On today’s edition, we find issues with remodeling allowing rodents and…
Learning to find where german roaches are hiding in order to place the right roach bait products in the right place with the right amount.…
How to handle beaver conflicts. Today, Stephen talks about the largest native rodent in the U.S.: Castor canadensis (The beaver). Beavers can grow up to…
This is what we have to deal with slumlords in Miami that refuse to properly maintain their units and provide a safe place to live…
Garages are the easiest way pests like roaches, snakes, rats, and mice get into the home using a glue board is the easiest and least…
On this edition, we go behind the scenes and take a look at the process we follow to distribute our pest management training content across…
On today’s edition, we see what a dumpster room with no maintenance looks like: overspill and overflow of food, accumulated dirt and a serious lack…
On today’s edition, we test what sources of food German roaches are drawn to. It’s a side by side test and the results are not…
On Today’s editon, Stephen Vantassel talks about the challenges of controlling chipmunks as well as the challenges of charging for this specific service.Stephen M. Vantassel,…
lots of techs ask the question what is the best product to use for roaches or for ants, the question should be what is the…
Pest love to hide in tight spaces like cracks, and crevices applying a pesticide baseboard spray isn’t going to control a pest that is hiding…
Pest needs food and water to survive in your home, by reducing the food sources you can greatly reduce pest populations and prevent competition with…
Exclusion is Pest Control, if a pest cant make its way in it cant infest the property, Sealing and pest proofing a property is the…
You’ve heard a million times. The label is the law. The label is the law. That’s right. However, the label is NOT the entire law.…
Why misusing a product does not get you pest control no matter how much you spray even a double dose
I have seen pest control technicians misapply, over-apply, and use more than label rate and still fail to get control, why because more isn’t better.…
Solving difficult pest problems are not the result of using more of different active ingredient whoever you can switch formulation from sprays to baits and…
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[powerpress[ Defining IPM can be very difficult for most because IPM is not a legal definition but rather the EPA has IPM guidelines to follow…
On today’s edition, we discuss the importance of contracts in the pest control industry. If you do not have one, you need one. You need…
On today’s edition, we discuss the pushback coming from the industry. Eco friendly is something our customers have come to expect from us as we…
On today’s edition, we discuss what Integrated Pest Management is and what it is not. From the IPM pyramid model to chemical treatment within an…
On today’s edition, we get into creating a blended background using Adobe Premiere Pro. We discuss shortcuts to cut and splice as well as easy…
German cockroaches tend to stay in the access points, voids and gaps of your kitchen. This is why the B&G Bulb Duster is the best…
On today’s edition, we take you behind the scenes and into our process for optimizing video content for mobile screens. If you are a pest…
On today’s edition of Living the Wildlife, Stephen Van Tassel gets into what you need to know as a business owner when planning out your…
[wordpress] On today’s edition, we go deep in demystifying integrated pest management. For starters, today’s guest Janet Hurley (ACE, MPA Extension Program@Texas A&M AgriLife Extension)…
Following up on an American Roach Problem; Inspecting Unsealed Access Points in Cabinets and Garage.
6 months with American cockroaches. After having remodeled and renovated, owners began to see roaches. The first course of action is to verify that all…
Is the label really the law or is the labeling the law? According to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) website: pesticide labels are LEGALLY ENFORCEABLE.…
In most cases, insects and rodents are trapped or killed once they become a problem in the home. However, preventing preventing rats, mice and roaches…
On today’s edition of Living the Wildlife, Stephen deals with the issue of lying. “People forget that if you are going to be in business…
Gas prices doubling. Product prices going up. Inflation rate outpacing 3% . Our techs deserve raises. What is the right call, sacrifice level of service…
The industry people who write IPM laws can’t actually define it. On today’s edition, we educate people on what IPM really means as opposed to…
On today’s edition, a walkthrough of our exclusion service of residential pool equipment and AC units. When performing this kind of service, we conduct a…
The do it yourself approach to pest control management may sound appealing if you are looking to save money. However, it raises serious safety concerns.…
On today’s edition of Living the Wildlife, Stephen Vantassel gets into labeling issues. To illustrate his point he focuses on a diversity of voles and…
On today’s edition, it’s all bug talk. Dealing with ants covering odorous house ants, big headed ants, fire ants, crazy aunts, white footed ants and…
On this third part of the Aaron Veal interview, we discuss the legal issues raised by label instructions vs. the safety data sheet specs and…
[wordpress] On this second part of the Aaron Veal interview, we discuss getting into the content mode mindset. This involves documenting everything on video to…
[wordpress] On today’s edition, The Pestgeek interviews Aaron Veal A.C. E of Phoenix Pest Control. Tune in as we discuss how to SEO your YouTube…
Acaricidal Activity of Eugenol Based Compounds against Scabies Mites http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2920318/ Essential Oils as Green Pesticides: Potential and Constraints http://projects.nri.org/adappt/docs/63-84.pdf Repellency of Essential Oils…
We will discuss the architecture of wildlife damage and the biological sciences technical journal articles. Stephen M. Vantassel, CWCP, ACE Wildlife Control Consultant, LLC Blog:…
We all talk about educating our customers, the universities talk about it, sales gurus talk about it, consultants talk about it. Sy Simms said an…
The Doombox https://doomboxtraps.com is ready to use mice trap rodent station designed for the do it yourselfer to catch mice, good enough for the professional…
On today’s edition, some hard facts about the cost of real SEO. Real SEO will run you $2000 or $3000 a month. SEO that produces…
How do we manage dealing with adversity? Entrepreneurship is highly glamorized but the reality is much different. On today’s edition, we discuss John 13:16. “These…
Welcome to the Living The Wild Life podcast with Stephen Vantassel. On this edition, Stephen discusses the truth about Red Fox cat predation. Stephen M.…
Today’s session lays the groundwork for the coming weeks as we delve into creating content pillars and microcontent all across our social media platforms. This…
On today’s episode, ThePestgeek discusses the issue of ethics in business. Avoiding doing wrong even when everyone else does it. The truth about labels vs.…
The Pestgeek interviews Allen Fugler: Director of Risk Management at Xterminator Pro. Tune in as Allen Fugler discusses the biggest insurance claims risks pest control…
On today’s Living The Wildlife Podcast, Stephen Vantassel (Wildlife Pest Consultant) takes on the difficult topic of Animal Rights, Wildlife Control And The Ugly Business…
The Pestgeek interviews Thomas Miche of Miche Pest Control. Miche Pest Control is a family owned and operated, full-service pest control company serving customers throughout…
The Pestgeek roundup sharing laughs, insights, rants and raves at the Paul J. Bello seminar. Tune in as we talk running a business, pest management,…
Yesterday was one of those grueling days of reality check at termite control class; where we basically spent most of the afternoon looking at what…
I just want to give a shoutout to a bunch of people that were at the Paul Bello conference, seminar, workshop. Sweat camp. It was…
Franklin discusses the challenging topic of biblical ethics in business. Based on Psalm 73, one of the most challenging realities of seemingly insurmountable odds and…
The Pestgeek talks the reality of organic social media strategy vs. ad spend with Sam Roman of Commando Pest Control: affordable pest control and wildlife…
The Pestgeek early morning recap of the Paul J Bello conference in Deerfield Beach, Florida. Pest management University has been an amazing experience. Highly recommended…
The Pestgeek interviews Joe Jonovich (CEO at Technical Pest Solutions). Joe is a Public Health & Pest Control Consultant working with the Pest Control, Cruise…
Wildlife Control Consultant Stephen Vantassel continues his discussion on coyote hazing in urban areas with Dr.Quinn (Human-Wildlife Interactions Advisor@University of California Division of Agriculture and…
Pest Control Business Startup Sales Marketing & SEO with Carlos Cardenas of Urganic Pest and Termite. Carlos owned a succesful concrete company that mainly focused…
Godly Business Start-Up The Importance Of Building A Godly Board Of Advisors based on Proverbs 11:14 King James Version 14 Where no counsel is, the…
Wildlife Control Consultant Stephen Vantassel discusses coyote hazing in urban areas with Dr.Quinn (Human-Wildlife Interactions Advisor@University of California Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources)
The best listener can only retain about 10% of what they hear, so why do we focus so much of the training in the industry…
Servant Leadership How To Become A Servant Of All And Train Your Entire Organization To Serve Others
Leading like Jesus in your business is not only wise but profitable, Jesus said whoever wants to be greatest in the kingdom must make himself…
Learning To Know What You Don’t Know WDO Wood Destroying Organisms at PMU Pest Management University
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Stephen M. Vantassel of Living the Wild Life Podcast (part of the Pest Geek Podcast family) interviews Charles Parker of Parker Wildlife Control of New…
IPM roots are in agriculture and after 50 years of making Integrated Pest Management law, most farmers are not even practicing it and many don’t…
There are things in your life that are holding you back from achieving your success, habits, fears, and people that are dead weight not allowing…
We have built out brands off of YouTube Video, Social Media, On-Site Seo, Off-Site SEO, and Social Media after 3 failed attempts to outsource what…
The video is on The Pocket Tripod Pro which is an everyday carry holder for your cell phone so you can take better pictures. I…
Paul’s journey to Rome can be a parallel to life and a business venture. All starts well but soon the weather turns and we find…
Hiring an SEO company isn’t as easy as hiring a pest control company, for starters most small business owners do not even know what SEO…
Jake joined the military out of high school. Served a 2 year church mission after that. Got in the pest control industry by accident. Teched…
Life hits you heard sometimes and how you take the punches and get back up determines how successful you will be. Dealing with setbacks in…
What a week dealing with SEO Agency tanking my traffic and 2 leads for a week after investing $10,000, the importance of ads at this…
Help Ben Williams of Ben’s Bugs through GoFundMe gf.me/u/zipgw6 Matthew 6 19 “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy…
Stephen M. Vantassel of Living the Wild Life Podcast speaks with Bill Enderson, General Manager of the Rascal Eradicator The Rascal Eradicator is a carbon…
In Business, failure is going to happen how do you catch them before they get out of hand and use it as a learning experience.
Some say IPM is rotating chemicals that are definitely not IPM others say is using multiple pesticides, yea that’s not it either. Now if you…
I have looked at IPM for a decade now trying to implement it in a residential and commercial setting, however, the model as it stands…
Why isn’t IPM Popular after 50 years? Integrated Pest Management Observational Pest Management Observational Biology Bobby Corrigan Assessment Based Pest Management Dini S. Miller Our…
Biologist Dr. Cecilia Hennessy of Eureka College. She explains why opossums are NOT the only marsupial in North America and discusses her research on urban…
PMU Pest Management University is the Elite pest control training center if you want to train from the very best and be in the top…
Manage people for improvement, if the improvement isn’t happening its time to replace them.
Getting into any routine has a certain level of suck, it doesn’t matter if its exercise or prospecting.
Phillipians 4 6-9 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of…
Stephen M. Vantassel reviews elements of the American Veterinary Medical Association’s 2020 edition of the Animal Euthanasia Guidelines. He discusses the AVMA’s philosophy of euthanasia,…
Pest control in condominiums can get frustrating because its frustrating for everyone involved, doing pest control in individual units for condo owners or renters is…
Helping you people to solve problems not in any manual and using problems as teaching moments.
Without a vision the people perish Write vision and make it plain The faith in the vision
How good is your testing of different baits to determine which bait actually is working the best right now? Stephen M. Vantassel, CWCP, ACE Wildlife…
Where are we going this year and beyond, teaching the world IPM for Free and the power of Free Content For Everyone
NPMA needs to be more 2021 with its online presence and how it attracts technicians, and solo operators and small independent pest control operators.
Everything is slow, everyone is waiting to see what is going to happen with the election, it’s winter and no one is buying. This is…
Genesis Pest Services In Markle, In Serving Markle, Bluffton, Huntington, Ossian, Warren in Huntington and Wells counties Indiana has been in the making since 1986.…
When you say you need more… what more are you willing to do for it.
Tim discusses how he got fed up with how research is done in academia, he took the plunge and started his own non-profit The Wildlife…
I was recently featured in a video at the Purdue Pest Management Conference 2021 and why I was so excited.
Jay Baker, President/Owner of Jamestown Plastics (headquartered in Brocton, NY) and Founder/Owner of Doombox Traps is an inventor holding more than 40 USA and international…
Stop stressing over everything and being afraid of bad times this could be the best time for you to try doing something new.
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Rats are sexier than mice, but mice can be more destructive than rats.
What has God provided for you that you possess but are not using or don’t know how to use to move forward in life, your…
Interview with Jordan Budenski owner of Bud’s Nuisance Wildlife Removal and Buds Trap Co. of Minnesota as he talks about marketing his company and the…
A study reveals the viability of using Opossums to control ticks. Hosts as ecological traps for the vector of Lyme disease F. Keesing, J. Brunner, S. Duerr, M.…
Webinar for Pemerix Pest Solutions Pestology Workshops Titled Eco-Friendly Approach To German Roach Control Strategy in The Most Difficult Environments German Cockroach Blattella germanica (Linnaeus)…
Kim Cabrera The BearTracker is a specialist in tracking animals in the field, as a little kid i was fascinated by how you could identify…
Using deer repellents in suburban areas are a great revenue producing channel there are four types of deer repellents taste-based repellents, pain based repellents, fear-based…
Robert Oller Of Pest Request CRM Online Sale & Marketing discusses how his phone app can help you manage your pest control business as a…
Helping each other on social media can be positive, but there are times when we can be negative, we can have honest disagreements however sometimes…
The LD50 Lethal Dose 50 where 50% of the test of the target population. Stephen M. Vantassel, CWCP, ACE Wildlife Control Consultant, LLC Blog: https://wildlifecontrolconsultant.com/ Papers: https://kingsdivinity.academia.edu/StephenMVantassel…
This was a great conversation with Dane Gilson of Bug Wranglers about creating a lifestyle pest control business and make the money you need.
Scorpion Repel is a novel product to prevent scorpions from getting inside your home in Arizona, it’s a glasslike product applied to the base of…
What Is Hantavirus? are a family of viruses spread mainly by mouse droppings. Hantavirus has been known to be transmitted by Deer Mice, White Footed…
Studies on Insect Growth Regulators on German RoachesResponse of Late-Instar Blattella germanica (Dictyoptera: Blattellidae) to Dietary Insect Growth Regulators https://academic.oup.com/jee/article-abstract/83/6/2295/871014 Reduced titres of ecdysone following…
Tony is a partner in Scorpion Repel an company that created a glass like surface application that prevents scorpions from climbing up walls and entering…
A Journal Article is when a researcher is doing a test, they ask the question or test a hypothesis. Stephen M. Vantassel, CWCP, ACE Wildlife…
The New FlyWeb Plus portable fly lamp has 2 fly catch glue boars and is more discrete than the original FlyWeb Fly Lamp. The Flyweb…
One of the challenges in the wildlife control industry is that we don’t use professional language and no one respects us like professionals. Stephen M.…
Wildlife Control Consultant, LLC Blog: https://wildlifecontrolconsultant.com/ Papers: https://kingsdivinity.academia.edu/StephenMVantassel Videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxP_IBhnqcgvX_aRM4f91nQ Podcasts: https://pestgeekpodcast.com/stephen-vantassel/ Phone: 406-272-5323 Mtn Time Helping people resolve conflicts with wildlife through teaching, training, writing, and research
As winter aproches pest and wildlife control operators need to prepare for downtime, how to prepare for downtime when you can’t go out and pound…
The Mistake of Hiring, The Compassion of Firing, And Why I Won’t Do SMB Consulting. Get ready for a boot in the ass rant.…
Dale Hodgson Regional Technical Director for Rose Pest Solutions future of the pest control industry
Here is my interview with Dale Hodgson Regional Technical Director for Rose Pest Solutions Discussing PCO and WCO work and the future of the industry.…
Respirators are required PPE for most pest control and wildlife control service in order to protect yourself from pesticide exposure and potential respiratory infections. tephen…
Tramp ants are the most difficult ants to control in the world because of their biology, in order to control tramps like ghost ants, big-headed…
Hal Coleman is a full time SPEAKER, CONSULTANT, TRAINER, COACH, MENTOR and ENTERTAINER. He brings his humorous and provocative presentations that are meant to disorient and dislodge…
Pest control law is not an exciting subject for pest control technicians yet they can unknowingly cost you tens of thousands of dollars in fines,…
Carl Childers is the owner of Robinhood Pest Solutions in Cleveland Ohio and the sorrounding areas, Carl has vast experience in dealing with audited accounts…
Can Opossums AKA possums contract rabies and other disease and transmit them to people, what is the behavior of opossum, and how understanding biology can…
I studied over 50 published lab and field studies to test them in the field to develop our German cockroach control protocols and proved the…
Comparative Study of Integrated Pest Management and Baiting for German Cockroach Management in Public Housing. https://academic.oup.com/jee/article-abstract/99/3/879/2218490 Cost and Efficacy Comparison of Integrated Pest Management Strategies…
Blair Calder of Automatic Trap Company discusses the GoodNature A24 Repeating Humane Trap for Rodents it is an automated rat, mice, and squirrel trap that…
Over 2000 species of plants are known to possess insecticidal properties. These are all the essential oil studies I compiled over 9 years and then…
Hiring a person to remove an animal from your home can be a serious and sometimes frightening experience. Here is what you need to know…
Seth discusses all the biggest challenges faced in growing from a single operator to a multi-route pest control business, from sales, marketing, hiring, and training…
Control Techniques for River Otters with Jon Munsterman of Pathfinder Wildlife Services Snohomish WA
Pathfinder Wildlife Services deal with all different kinds of animals in attics and crawlspaces. They offer trapping and non-trapping solutions to whatever the problem might…
Ron has had a love for animals, from a very young age. hunting, trapping and game-calling lead him into the outdoor services. He started doing depredation work 32…