Pest Control Product Review

VERIFI from FMC

2012-01-10T03:39:00.000-08:00

New bed bug trap monitor called the Verifi from FMC. Lasts up to 90 days. Uses a variety of attraction methods including CO2, Kairomone, and harborage areas.

Rat Out Gel

2011-10-03T17:24:00.000-07:00

Looking for the newest mouse and rat repellent? Bird barrier of all companies have come out with just that. It is called Rat Out Gel and comes in a caulk tube. This rodent repellent smells like garlic...so Sunday dinner is a constant if you put too much of this out at once. So new I have no feed back as of yet.

X-Lure Mouse Trap

2011-10-02T08:02:00.000-07:00

Can you build a better mouse trap? people have tried for years, but you can improve on them. This is what X-Lure has done with their snap trap and lure. It's not so much killing the mice as it is luring them to the trap. This all in one package will help you do just that. Happy hunting and kill those mice !!!

BBD-100 Bed Bug Detector

2011-07-03T05:17:00.000-07:00

Can't bring a dog on vacation with you to sniff out the bed bugs now can you? We all know that the best thing to do when you enter your hotel room is to plop your bags in the bath tub and begin your inspection, but even professionals have trouble finding bed bugs during a professional inspection. That is why there are K-9 inspections, but this is not practical on vacation. So now there is a product that is a bed bug detection electronic device call a BBD-100. Basically it sucks air in and detects the presence of bed bugs. Not sure how effective this product is, but it is interesting to see the many new products coming to market these days for bed bugs.

Triple Shot Terro

2011-04-17T05:55:00.001-07:00

Nisus has come out with a great product that kind of acts as a set it and forget it type to tool, containing terro liquid ant bait and niban granule and a gel bait all enclosed in a tidy bait station. Enough product to place a forget about until your next service visit.

Dead Inn Stink Bug Trap

2011-03-22T17:00:00.001-07:00

Coming to a theater...or store near you in April. It's AgBio's new Dead Inn Stink Bug Trap.

Eco-Friendly
Pesticide Free
Safe Around Children, Pets, Water
Reusable
Lure Lasts for 30 Days
Trap Comes with One 30 Day Lure
Replacement Lures Available
Widely Tested by USDA and Leading Universities

Lice Meister

2010-12-29T12:26:00.000-08:00

Got Lice. Head Lice that is. Check out this comb kit that helps with the identification and control of these crusty critters. The Lice Meister is the perfect tool for the job.

Maxforce Quantum Ant Bait

2010-09-04T10:22:00.000-07:00

120 grams of ant killing power is what this bottle of bait is to the PCO and home owner who are battling ants and want to win that battle. Maxforce is a brand that is backed by Bayer and this product is kick butt.

Maxforce Complete Granular Insect Bait

2010-08-09T19:01:00.000-07:00

Looking for a great product backed by Bayer that will handle ants, crickets and silverfish, among other insects? Well look no further. Maxforce has this product that seems to be doing pretty well in the field.

Dustick For Bees

2010-05-22T15:22:00.000-07:00

There is one place that is best for controlling and eliminating bees, and that is far away. The Dustick duster offers this luxury. Fill the container with your dust of the day...attach the poles, and the pumper tool on the end does the rest. Just stick that duster in the bee hole and dust away. Great product.

Dupont Advion Fire Ant Bait

2010-03-13T15:02:00.000-08:00

Fire ants are nasty and can be dangerous. Using the right product is important when dealing with fire ants and you may want to consider a professional for them. If you are going to try it yourself, use what the pros use. Advion Fire Ant Bait is a bait that claims to gain control in as little as 24 hours.

Drax Ant Gel Bait

2010-02-16T16:44:00.000-08:00

Drax ant gel is a great product that comes in both protein and sugar. I remember drax from back in the day when it came in the Elmer's glue looking bottle, I loved it then and I love it now. Ants are finicky eaters and being able to bait with both protein and sugar is an advantage in the dual version. A perfect tool to use in your arsenal against ants.

Snap-E- Mouse Trap Coovers

2009-12-06T07:02:00.000-08:00

Great product to place snap traps in which allows you to place the covered traps in common areas like counter tops, cabinets, or along the walls safely without worrying about the mess of the snap or kids or pets getting snapped. Kness had a good idea here with the Snap-E Mouse trap covers.

Powder Trap

2009-10-25T05:46:00.001-07:00

Here is a good trap against cluster flies...fits on the window sill, catching the flies and acting as quick sand. Flies in the winter become a problem in winter and the colder months in offices and homes and the powder trap seems to be a good tool in the battle against these cluster flies.

Humane mouse trap

2009-09-05T16:05:00.000-07:00

The green bottle mouse trap has a cool product that uses old soda bottles and a devise that you attach to to the bottle cap area, allowing the mouse to enter the bottle, but not be able to get back out. This is a great green and humane way to catch mice. Not a bad idea the green bottle USA company came up with.

Ground Nesting Wasp Dust

2009-07-11T09:43:00.000-07:00

Any kind of dust that control bees will work to kill ground nesting wasps and bees if inserted in and around the nesting hole. Apicide is a good choice as are others. Treatment of a ground nesting wasp hole is risky and should be handled by a professional.

NulliFly

2009-07-04T04:26:00.000-07:00

Small flies are often drain or fruit flies. Here is one company that addresses these buggers with natural bacteria that eat away at the slime and grime that causes the breeding of these flies in the drains. They have a foam product that I think is one of the best ways to treat the drain as it expands and coats the drain walls where this slime builds up.

Japanese Beetle Trap

2009-06-27T06:58:00.000-07:00

Japanese beetle traps work to catch the adult beetles that fly around and bother you and your lawn. The best time to place these out would be in Mid-June and to keep them out until the fall. Many of these traps are available online or at your local home store.

Benificial Japanese Beetle Nematodes

2009-06-27T06:53:00.001-07:00

One way to control the grubs of Japanese Beetles is the use of beneficial nematodes. They are available online. These nematodes act as an insect predator...seeking to kill the grubs.

Phantom Aerosol

2009-06-07T09:55:00.001-07:00

Phantom in a can. It's about time. Easy to carry...easy to use. The new formulation dries in crystals to set up better on porous surfaces. Glad to see that BASF developed this fantastic product in the can form. Kills ants, roaches, bed bugs, and many other pests.

Liqua Tox

2009-05-17T06:55:00.000-07:00

Liquid Mouse Bait? Sure. Liqua Tox is perfect in a dry environment like a warehouse where there may be a rodent problem. These need to be set up in special bait dispensers, but it is a highly effect means of control.

Kill boxelders dead

2009-04-18T14:30:00.000-07:00

Looking for the perfect silver bullet to get rid of those pesky box elder bugs that seem to over take the sunny side of your building or home? Well I wish I could deliver, but I can't. This problem needs to be dealt with by good old fashioned elbow grease. Inside you need to vacuum them away, outside you need to spray them down with soapy water. Mix up a cup or two of cloths detergent in a gallon sprayer, lightly mix so not to get over run by suds, and spray away. Get them as they cluster in clumps and watch as they fall away dead. Good luck.

Terro Ant Gel

2009-03-25T17:29:00.000-07:00

One of the best products out there for ants in my opinion is terro ant bait. This product does the job of attracting the ants to it and later on that indigestion they are feeling will kill them. Great ant product!

Premise Foam Termiticide

2009-03-14T07:15:00.000-07:00

Coming to a termite swarm near you, Premise Foam Termiticide is a product to add to the tool box to get into voids where termites are suspected to be and traditional liquid termiticide can not help. The foam fills the void, coating the walls of the void, killing the termites. Use with a traditional treatment. As always use caution and follow the label for safety. Termite elimination and control can be attained if you are equipped with the right tools, and Premise Foam is one of those tools.

Intice Ant Bait Gel

2009-03-01T12:12:00.000-08:00

Here is an orthoboric acid gel bait that ants can not resist. I think ant gels are the best because they seem to attract ants like a magnet, especially sweet feeding ants. This is one to try for sure.

Termidor. Good. Bad.

2009-01-25T12:45:00.000-08:00

I still say that termidor is one of the best products out there for termite elimination today. I still have fresh in my head the story I heard at a seminar when they said the termite job that was done on a home also killed the colony several yards away that was feeding on a fire wood pile. Good Stuff.

Ultrasonic Rodent Chaser

2008-12-07T08:44:00.000-08:00

This ultrasonic mouse repel seems to be what people are asking about these days. This one comes to us from Victor who is one of the leaders in mouse control. Worth a look.

Box Elder B-Gone

2008-11-04T04:59:00.000-08:00

Box elder bugs are relentless in that they tend to come back year after year. It almost seems like all you can do is try to control them, rather than eliminate them. There is a product on the market called Box Elder B-Gone that is claiming to help you get rid of these pests. They claim to be safe and friendly to the environment. Definitely worth a look. Box Elder B-Gone.

Mouse Mesh

2008-10-12T16:10:00.000-07:00

Exclusion is an important part of rodent control and the product called Mouse Mesh is addressing just this issue. Keep mice out with a smart exclusion program today.

Catchmaster mouse glue traps

2008-10-03T17:15:00.000-07:00

Winter time means mice and one way to catch mice is with the use of glue traps. I always felt the best brand of mouse traps was catchmaster brand glue boards. Place them out in areas you think mice a re frequenting or will visit if they come in.

Fly Web

2008-09-05T05:32:00.000-07:00

Looking to get rid of all kinds of flies, both little flies and house flies? Here is an inexpensive product called the Fly Web that you simply plug into an outlet and the light it lets off attract and catches the flies that are bothering you. You can buy them on any do it yourself pest control products web site or at some over the counter pest control company supply houses.

Bedbug Luggage Spray By Eatons

2008-08-25T15:55:00.000-07:00

Eatons has done it again, they have come out with a spray called Bed Bug Luggage Spray that basically acts as a precaution to avoid bringing bedbugs via hitch hiking home with you from a trip. If you are a business man or maybe vacation often, this product might be something to look into. It can be found on most DIY Websites like The Pest Depot or possibly from your neighborhood home center. Get some piece of mind today.

PRECOR 2000 FLEA CONTROL

2008-08-02T17:27:00.000-07:00

Precor 200 is an effective defense against fleas with the active ingredients being the adulticide permethrin and the insect growth regulator methoprene. This works as a one two punch killing adult fleas and breaking the life cycle with the immature stages. This professional pest control product can be found on most online do it yourself pest control products website or in your local hardware store.

Japanese Beetle Trap

2008-06-27T04:48:00.000-07:00

Traps for Japanese Beetles come in all shapes and sizes. They are fantastic to help control these pesky and destructive pests. One trap that comes to mind is the Tanglefoot Japanese Beetle trap. It is a four sided construction and it's yellow color attracts the beetles over. It is vented to allow the dead and rotting beetle smell to dissipate and not compete with the bait inside, a very important feature. This and any Japanese Beetle Trap can be found on any do it yourself pest control website. These websites are where you can find the products the professional pest control operators buy.

Talpirid Mole Control

2008-06-22T07:06:00.000-07:00

Looking to kill moles. Do you want to evict moles from your lawn? I still say that one of the best products on the market is TALPIRID. The professionals use this product and if used correctly, can be your best bet for the control of moles in your lawn. But it online at any of the do it yourself pest control products web sites. Happy Hunting.

Mosquito Magnet

2008-06-01T14:10:00.000-07:00

The mosquito magnet and other products like it have hit the market hard. You can get them online or even in your local Home Center. These products can be very expensive or relatively reasonable, depending on where you buy them and what area you are trying to cover, but there is no doubt about it, they work. The magnet attracts the mosquitoes in using the same gas your body throws off and once they get close enough it sucks them in. Of course they won't eliminate every mosquito in the city, but it will definitely knock down the population and make your outside pick nick more enjoyable.

Delta Dust

2008-05-23T18:00:00.000-07:00

Have you ever heard of a professional pest control dust that does not clump when it is wet? There is such a product. Delta Dust is the product and it works effectively for the control of 2 kinds of bees/wasps that will be making themselves know soon. Carpenter bees and Cicada Killers.

Waspbane Wasp Trap

2008-04-20T12:56:00.001-07:00

Wasps and Bees are a big problem during the warm months when people just want to have a good time outside at their picnics. Waspbane Wasp Trap is looking to help us along the way in the control of bees and wasps. This wasp trap can be used all season long and it's unique design is evident.

Bayer Advanced Termite Killer Granules

2008-04-12T04:57:00.000-07:00

When dealing with termite control it is wise to incorporate a few control measures into your attack. One product that has done well for people is Termite Granules. This product can be placed around fence posts...along the perimeter of a house...where rail road ties are used for gardening...things like that. Bayer has been a name trusted in termite control for a long time. Their granule system is a good tool to incorporate in my opinion. As always...read the label.

Red and Black Bugs

2008-04-05T14:28:00.000-07:00

It's time for the red, orange and black bugs that are called box elder bugs to invade our homes and lives! These pesky bugs seems to be everywhere and when they make their way indoors many people panic. They are more damaging dead then alive. Mostly because people roll up a newspaper and squash them which leaves a red and black stain on the surface that is hard to take up. The best thing to do it simply suck them up with your vacuum hose. If you have a great deal of them outside then mix up some soapy hot water and spray them down. This should kill them. Good Luck.

Advance Termite Bait

2008-04-05T08:57:00.000-07:00

Termite baits have been on the market long enough now to get a good idea of their effectiveness. One bait that seems to come up as a good producer of results is Advance Termite Bait from Whitmire. These baits are sold to professionals, but as always, if you look on the web you can most likely find a DIY website that has this product. I will have to say that I am an advocate of using professionals in termite control, but even if you had a professional come out you can at least request they use this bait in their control program.

Best Ant Bait

2008-03-15T06:19:00.000-07:00

If you are looking for a great ant bait to use this spring to get rid of those pesky ants that are creeping up onto your kitchen counters then I would suggest Maxforce Ant Gel. The active ingredient if fipronil and it is a good sugar based bait to introduce into the ant trail. Lot's of pest control operators has experience success with this product and I think you will too. Be sure to read the label and directions before use.

Eaton's Kills Bed Bugs 2

2008-02-18T17:02:00.000-08:00

JT Eaton's Kills Bed Bugs spray has come up with a sequel with it's product "Kills Bed Bugs 2". This follow up is a water based chemical that is more user friendly in that is won't stain as easily. The first Eaton's Bed Bug Spray was an oil based chemical that people complained about. The new product is water based with a 0.03% Deltamethrin that kills up to sixteen weeks. It can be used on bedding and other areas. As always be sure to read the label before use. Find this product at any one of the do it yourself pest control products websites online. Buy what the professionals use.

Advion Fire Ant Bait

2008-02-17T06:56:00.001-08:00

Looking to get rid of your fire ants in 24 to 72 hours? If I were you I'd want them gone yesterday, but we have to work with what we have. Advion Fire Ant Bait is one of the best products out there to make these ants go away. The active ingredient is Indoxacarb and fire ants can't resist Advion Fire Ant Bait. Be sure to read the label and as always with fire ants. Be Careful!

Pest control products distributors

2008-01-11T17:06:00.001-08:00

Ever wonder where professionals go to buy their pest control products? There are several distributors that only sell to professionals or require a license to buy product from. In fact, there are a few products that the state will require a license as it is a law. These products are called restricted use products. Things like mouse tracking powder is on this list. As far as distributors that will distribute only to professionals businesses like Univar USA and Residex come to mind. Many will sell to both professionals but won't turn away another business or person looking for product. Lesco is a company that sells to pest control companies as well as golf courses. Sub-distributors will sometimes sell to the public.

RAT IN MY TOILET!

2008-01-05T13:52:00.000-08:00

So you are afraid of having a rat swim up your soil pipe and make his way to your toilet. How would that be for a surprise on dark night when you lift the toilet lid! This is a problem that arises every so often, especially in old row homes that have toilets in their basements. There is a product that will work to exclude the rat from entering your toilet and it is called the Rat Guard, rat toilet excluder, or toilet flap. You snap it into the bottom of the toilet and it flaps down when you flush letting the waste leave the bowel and then flap up when the water fills back into the toilet, making it difficult for a rat to enter. They are hard to find these days, but if you scour the Internet I am sure you will come up with one.

Stink Bug Trap

2007-10-27T07:10:00.000-07:00

The stink bug trap uses a pheromone to attract these stinky bugs. With all the buzz about these stink bugs it's worth a look if anything. From Alibaba.

LiceGuard Robi Comb

2007-09-22T12:16:00.000-07:00

What a great idea this is. The terror that overcomes a parent when they hear that their child has lice is incredible. It means a ton of work is ahead for them and the treatment of the hair is the biggest issue. You used to have to fumble with combs and products like Rid to kill the lice and you could never be sure if what you were looking at was actually a louse or not. All that craziness until now. The LiceGuard Robi Comb actually makes a humming sound as you comb through the child's hair and the humming stops when the comb encounters a louse. It then zaps the lice with an electrical impulse that kills the louse! How high tech is that! It sounds to me to be a fantastic way to deal with this problem that will be popping up since school has started. Get zapping!

Waspinator

2007-09-22T07:33:00.000-07:00

The waspinator is an ingenious product that works to keep yellow jackets away by way of smoke and mirrors. The bees think there is a competitive hive and will stay away. They are actually afraid of getting attacked by the bees in the waspinator. What an idea!

Combat roach gel

2007-09-16T16:22:00.000-07:00

Combat roach gel works fantastically on roaches and is a product that consumers can use when they can't get their hands on maxforce roach gel. They both use the same active ingredient. I love roach gels and think if you are presented with a roach problem, the best approach to get rid of them is to use roach gels. Combat has been around for a long time and there is a good reason for that. It works.

Victor Mini PestChaser

2007-09-13T04:59:00.000-07:00

Electronic pest control at it's best. Victor says..."Miniature ultrasonic pest control technology that offers discreet coverage. Two adjustable speakers offer optimal coverage. This sophisticated electronic pest control device accounts with an integrated circuit that provides alternately high-low sound complexity. Ideal for environments were the use of poisons is inadvisable or prohibited. Perfect for homes, offices, summer homes, boats, restaurants, hospitals, farm buildings, kennels, stables, etc.Note: ultrasonic sound cannot penetrate furniture, cabinets or walls. Multiple units required for multiple rooms. "

Wasp Freeze

2007-09-07T17:29:00.001-07:00

PT Wasp freeze is a wasp spray that is a quick kill for wasps, bees, and hornets. It can spray nearly 15 feet to kill ground bees like Cicada killers or paper wasp nests. It's a Pyrethroid and works very well against bees.

Bait dispenser

2007-09-02T06:31:00.000-07:00

What do you use when you need to place baits outside? You can't just slop it any old where. You need to use a good bait dispenser. Ant Cafes are great for this reason. It keeps your baits clean and safe and out of the weather.

Maxforce Carpenter Ant Gel

2007-09-02T06:24:00.000-07:00

Maxforce is a company that has alot of products for ants and roaches and one of the products in it's arsenal is the Maxforce Carpenter Ant Bait Gel. It is formulated specifically for carpenter ants who have traditionally been hard to bait for in the past. I have heard of companies like Coopers Pest Control who used this product to eliminate these pests from structures. There is alot of good news about Maxforce carpenter ant gel. It can be picked up online at your favorite DIY pest control product website.

Delta Dust

2007-08-29T18:05:00.001-07:00

What is the characteristics of dust when they come in contact with moisture? It clumps, breaks down, hardens, becomes useless. Now what if I told you there was a dust that defied the laws of dust? A dust that could float on water. A dust that was moisture resistant. Well that is just what Delta Dust is and it is a fantastic product when it comes to using it in areas where there is or could be high moisture.

Tick Tubes

2007-08-27T17:18:00.001-07:00

A great product called tick tubes can be placed around your yard. The tube is infused with permethrin. As mice and other rodents that host the ticks collect nesting materials (tick tubes),the ticks are exposed in the nesting site of the rodent. Love this idea. If you are looking for a good tick control system for your yard then this one is definitely worth a look!

Niban

2007-08-22T17:47:00.000-07:00

Niban and Niban FG is a fantastic product for treatment of waterbugs, ants, and crickets! Easy to apply and a broad range of pests makes this product popular in the pest control field.

Bed Bug Spray

2007-08-19T05:18:00.000-07:00

As I look for products for the home owner to help with the control of bedbugs I came across an interesting product from Tallman Scientific called the Bedbug Control Kits. It looks like a good overall comprehensive kit that is in the vein of integrated pest management. It's an overall program and one that looks like it can at least be a good start.

Flea traps

2007-08-16T17:37:00.000-07:00

This trap mimics the heat and light that a dog or cat makes. Flea traps work great to verify if you actually have a flea problem. If enough of them are used you can help control these critters. Fleas are no fun, but this trap will help in their control. An A+.

Bee and Wasp Trap

2007-08-05T06:10:00.001-07:00

This is the old stand by when it comes to trapping bees, wasps and yellow jackets. It looks like the best bait to get the bees into these traps would be a 50/50 part apple juice concentrate and water.

Optigard ant gel bait

2007-07-10T06:09:00.000-07:00

Everyone is looking for the next best thing when it comes to ant control. Ant gel baits seem to the most popular and Optigard is no different. This bait is thicker and clear which is important to application. Very attractive to ants and seems to be getting good reviews so far.

Talpirid Mole Bait

2007-07-06T10:27:00.000-07:00

Moles can reek havoc on a person's lawn and there is nothing more frustrating than spending a lot of time and money on your lawn, only to have it ripped up by moles! Who are these creatures of destruction? They feed mostly on insects and love, love, love earthworms. Their appetite is incredible and their metabolism is super high. They are active all year which means they do not hibernate. They breed in late winter or early spring which means you can look for a boost in activity about 10 weeks later. They build tunnels like the English with a primary run, and exploratory run, and deep tunnels. Last but not least. They damage lawns.So how do get rid of them? Well there are all kinds of traps and devises you can uses, but lately there is a product being used by the professional pest controllers called Talpirid from Bell Laboratories. It is a poison bait that mimics an earth worm. One "worm" contains a lethal dose and they are easy to apply. This product is not available at your local hardware store, but pest control operators can get it and it is working like hot cakes! Happy hunting!

Fly control

2007-06-16T06:28:00.000-07:00

In a previous entry I reviewed a product by Bayer called Maxforce Fly Spot bait. I used this product myself over the weekend and it looks like it might be the next miracle products to eliminate flies. I used it around a bush that was attracting flies like crazy and minutes after the application they were "dropping like flies" . Great product!

Gypsy Moth Trap

2007-06-06T17:14:00.000-07:00

It seems like gypsy moths are all the rage so I thought I'd look into some gypsy moth traps that are available. One that came to mind was the old stand by Gypsy Moth Trap by Safer. It comes with the trap, lure and two bags. The lure lasts 12 weeks. Aside from Chemical treatments I think these traps work fantastically.

Comment if you have used these before and what your opinion is.

Fly Spot Bait by Bayer

2007-06-05T04:35:00.000-07:00

Dead flies instantly? Then you will want to look into Bayer's new bait product called Fly Spot. Mix it up in water to spray or as a thicker mixture as a paint and treat the surfaces the flies are landing on most. Not sure where they are hanging out exactly? No fear because the flies will be attracted to the Fly Spot bait and die all the same. Great reviews and buzz about this product.

Advion Ant Arena

2007-06-02T05:00:00.001-07:00

Looking for the newest ant product out there. Dupont's ant arena is that product with Indoxicarb being the active ingredient. The reviews are pretty positive at this time and a welcome product in the ant arsenal.

Suspend and Kicker=dead bedbugs

2007-05-30T17:28:00.000-07:00

The combination of these two products manufactured by Bayer has been causing alot of stir in the bed bug community! It seems that combining the two during treatment is speeding up the kill time of bed bugs by almost half. This is good news in the fight against bed bugs.

Phantom Bedbug Control

2007-05-05T03:47:00.000-07:00

Another fine product for bedbug control as well as roaches and ants is a product called Phantom. It is a non-repellent chemical that the insect walks over unknowingly and tracks it back to the nest which kills off the insects in a domino effect manner. It is now labelled for bed bugs. You have to check your state to be sure it is labelled in it. Definitely a fantastic product.

The Lousebuster

2007-04-04T12:18:00.000-07:00

The louse buster uses hot dry air to kill lice. The tube has a comb attached to the end of it and the success rate in studies is very promising. This product is not yet available commercially.

http://unews.utah.edu/p/?r=101906-9

Sarah E Bush

ODOR

2007-03-29T10:39:00.000-07:00

Earth Care Odor Remover Bags remove odors like Skunk Smells, Dead Rodent Odor, Urine and Animal smells. It comes in a bag filled with granules that absorb and actually clean the odor out of the air. Simply hang the bag or bags in the areas you are experiencing the odors and in 24 hours the odor will subside and go away. This is an excellent product.

PREMISE GRANULES

2007-03-24T14:20:00.000-07:00

This new product from Bayer is a termiticide in granule form. It's labeled to spot treat on the outside of your home on bare soil or in mulch and places such as that to prevent termites from tunneling up the side of your home. Termiticide has come a long way since the days of cloradane!

This is only a tool in the control of termites and should be used as such, not as the only tool.

Squirrel Evictor

2007-02-16T13:23:00.000-08:00

The Squirrel Evictor

This product is a strobe light device that is designed to agitate squirrels in an enclosed space like an attic or crawl space. Their model MB10K can cover a 900 square foot area. There are some decent reviews on their web site http://www.squirrelevictor.com/ It is definitely worth a look.

Provoke

2007-01-25T12:56:00.000-08:00

Provoke Mouse Attractant

Provoke is a product for mice that is used for catching mice on snap traps and glue boards instead of peanut butter or other baits. It is specially formulated by Bell and is producing good results. Mice are running for it like it is prime rib! Just a little dab will do ya. Place a dab on the snap trap trigger and let provoke do the rest. This is a great product to find online at your favorite DIY pest control product website.

CYRONITE

2007-01-25T12:42:00.000-08:00

New product being offered in bed bug control as well as other insects using the freeze method where a carbon dioxide snow is used to freeze the bugs to death. It's being marketed as an environmentally friendly devise and some of the big companies are trying it out. This is not a do it yourself product but it is an interesting concept.

PROVOKE MOUSE

2007-01-03T16:51:00.000-08:00

Bell lab's new product provoke is the hottest thing since sliced bread when it comes to catching mice! It was formulated to be the most attractive food source for mice and the reports are it's working like a charm. You don't have to be afraid to bait your snap traps with provoke in sensitive areas because it is hyper-allergenic. Peanut butter allergies? Forget about it! Provoke comes in a easy to use squeeze bottle, just put a dab of it on your snap traps, gluetraps or tin cats!

Ultrasonic Mouse Control

2006-10-22T06:03:00.000-07:00

I've been asked about the plug in electronic mouse control products out there and what my opinion was on them. There is an example of the many types in the picture to the left. First off my advice would be that if you are going to invest in these for your home then choose the kind where you can change the frequency. Mice will adapt quickly to the high pitched sound and return again. With the ability to switch the frequency, the mice will not be able to adapt and will stay away. Research these a lot before you buy them and look into their warranty. I've heard both success stories and horror stories on this topic, so buy at your own risk.

Stuf-fit

2006-10-16T11:34:00.000-07:00

Stuf-fit copper mesh goes by the name stuf-fit, stuffit, stuff it. No matter how you spell it this useful roll of mesh is a great weapon in your rodent proofing arsenal. If you need to stuff a hole or area to keep mice and rats out then stuf-fit copper mesh is for you. Rodents are opportunistic creatures and if the hole is stuffed then it will most likely move on to the area of least resistance. Copper mesh won't rust like steel wool.

Cy-Kick CS

2006-09-15T10:42:00.000-07:00

Labeled For Bed Bugs
This is a multi-purpose Microencapsulated pesticide with a long lasting residual. It boasts a low skin sensitivity and has minimal staining. It's broad label includes BEDBUGS, ANTS, ROACHES, and a host of others. It is not a do-it yourself product and should only be used by a licensed professional.

K4 Products EcoBedBug32

2006-09-15T10:36:00.000-07:00

Guaranteed to Control Bed Bugs!

EPA Exempt Bed Bug Treatment

EcoBugFree for bed bugs is an EPA Exempt bed bug treatment that is guaranteed to work on bed bugs. It comes in a 32 ounce spray bottle. All you have to do is point and shoot and wave goodbye to your bed bug problem. EcoBugFree contains no pesticides or chemicals and is safe to use around children and pets.

This product will be available to ship by October 1st. Reserve your bottle today!

If you don't think EcoBugFree for Bed Bugs worked for you, then return the bottle for a full refund!http://www.licescabiesandbedbugs.com/BedBug-Treatments-and-Products-/BedBug-Treatments-and-Products-.asp

Benzarid Spray and Fossil Shell Dust

2006-09-15T10:29:00.000-07:00

This is a non toxic treatment for bed bugs using a combination of dust and spray. The Benzarid spray is used where bedbugs hide on mattresses and other hiding spots and the Fossil Shell Dust is made of crushed fossils shell that cuts into the protective shell of the bedbug. This is a do it yourself pest control product and should be researches at http://www.dermisil.com/bed_bugs.htm

Bed Bug Spray

2006-09-01T17:48:00.000-07:00

http://www.mgkpro.com/bedlam/bedlam.html Here is a new bedbug spray that is a direct contact killer for public enemy number one. Bed Bugs are becoming the thorn in the side of hotel owners and apartment owners as well as regular home owners. Whatever can be placed in the arsenal of products to fight these pests is appreciated. MGK has come up with this product only able to be applied by pest control operators unless you can purchase it online at a do it yourself, DIY pest control product web site.

THWART BEDBUG REPELLENT

2006-08-08T04:18:00.000-07:00

This is a product that looks to be taking advantage of the hype. On the web site it doesn't say what is in it to kill bed bugs, but it does offer a money back guarantee. I suppose anything is worth a try these days if you are plagued with this problem. Remember to always follow the label of any chemical before using it. Safety First. If anyone has ever tried this product leave a comment and let us know.

FLY WEB

2006-08-07T16:13:00.000-07:00

One cool product that can be useful in the bar or club scene is the Fly Web. It is an ultraviolet fly light that can be plugged into a wall socket and is small enough to fit under the bar or anywhere there is a fruit fly or small fly problem. Perfect for anywhere it is needed and small enough to hide where it can't be seen.

Apicide, Tempo Dust, Dusts in general.

2006-08-06T08:14:00.000-07:00

Apicide and other insecticide dusts are generally used for treating wall voids and other areas where there is a low or no flow of air that could disturb the dust. Insecticide dusts are also very effective for treating bees, wasps, and hornets in wall voids. The entrance where the bees are entering, whether is be a hornets nest entrance or the entrance to a wall, can be dusted.
The bees track this dust deep inside the nest killing the bees as they brush up against the "infested" bee or as the bees groom each other, etc. These dusts are sold in "do it yourself" stores or in "do it yourself" web stores, also any hardware store may stock a brand of dust for this purpose.
Sidenote- Treating for bees is very VERY dangerous and most times are left to the professionals. Also using dusts can be risky in general so before using them or any chemical be sure to read the label!

Flea Control Products

2006-08-05T13:08:00.002-07:00

There are many flea control products out there today that both prevent and eliminate flea infestations. There are products that are beneficial to the pet as well as the pet owner.
For our pets there is the old stand by frontally for cats and dogs. This product acts as an insect growth regulator which basically prevents any flea that is present on the animal to reproduce. As we all know, you usually don't just have a few fleas in the house, it's more like flea hell and they attack unmercifully. So this product is definitely a good one for fido or buffy.

Flea traps are a novel idea as they can tell you if there is a flea problem lurking in the background waiting to pounce! It mimics certain light patterns that trigger a flea to hop onto the host, relating in the flea getting caught on the gluetrap. Cheap and logical equipment for the pet lovers home.

Flea foggers-word of caution-always read the label when fogging for fleas. Flea foggers are probably the fasted and most effective treatment for fleas. If you are going to invest in foggers then make sure they have a growth regulator in them. Some foggers are just a contact killer and this will not work long term. Look for the word "methoprene" This is a very effective growth regulator for fleas.

The old stand bys include-flea collars, flea dunks, flea shampoo, flea powder. They even have novelty combs that zap the fleas dead while not harming your pet.

One thing to do before any flea treatment is vacuum like a madman and throw the vacuum bag outside after the vacuuming. This will help the treatment 90 percent.

MOSQUITO CONTROL

2006-08-04T17:18:00.000-07:00

Mosquitoes are bad this year. With the rainy summer we've had these buggers are breeding like there's no tomorrow! Mosquitoes are controlled best by draining puddles and keeping areas as dry as possible, but when you're at a picnic you don't want to come home looking like the mosquitoes used you for a pin cushion. There are several repellent ou there with the ingredient Deet in them that work well, then there are the bug zappers of old that kill anything that will fly into it, and then there is a newer product that incorporates the natural attractors of carbon dioxide that your body releases that draws the mosquitoes to you and it also imitates the body's heat by emitting a warmth from the trap, then the unsuspecting insect gets sucked into the trap via a vacuum. These traps are very expensive and there are several models on the market, but some find it worth the price especially if you entertain a lot outside.

Yellow Jacket Trap

2006-08-04T16:30:00.000-07:00

The end of summer means bees and wasps. This yellow jacket trap is easy to use and can help reduce some of those bothersome bees while having that end of summer barbecue. Just fill it with juice and keep the traps away from any human activity. If you are picnicking in the yard then hang a few along the fence line. You get the point.

Sterifab

2006-08-04T16:16:00.000-07:00

Sterifab is a alcohol based product that works very effectively against bedbugs as well as a host of other organisms that are unwanted in the world. It's a contact killer that comes in 3 different sizes that has a very liberal label as far as where is can be applied. You can spray it right on the mattress. It is a contact killer so there is no residual. You can check them out and read testimonials at www.sterifab.com

BED BUG KILLER

2006-08-04T15:54:00.000-07:00

Eaton's Bed Bug Killer is a quart sized ready to use spray used mostly as a follow up to a bed bug treatment to kill any re-emerging bed bugs. It is an oli based contact killer so there is no residual and becasue it is oil based you have to be careful where you spray it. It seems to be getting good review on the web. One of the few products out there specifically for the little buggers.