The Five Steps of Green Pest Management - Part 2

In the last post I talked about the first two steps of Green Pest Management (GPM) -- inspections and removal of food and harborage. GPM combines prevention and monitoring techniques with a prudent approach to pesticides to render a more responsible, yet highly effective solution. Today I'll cover the last three steps.

Step 3. Exclusion. During the inspection process, your Pest Management Professional will identify specific areas of vulnerability to pest invasion and create a customized plan for controlling and eliminating any problems without introducing unnecessary chemicals and hazards. Your PMP will maintain a vigilant effort to remove or seal points of entry into your home and keep them sealed. He will help you identify situations such as high moisture areas, overhanging branches or debris piles – which could attract pests or provide pathways into your home. This ongoing service has a major impact on keeping your home from becoming an attractive living site for insects, termites and other pests.

Step 4. Judicious usage of pesticides. Even after a thorough assessment of conditions, development of a management plan and creation of a “pest proofing” program, there may be the need to eliminate an existing infestation. Because in GPM, pesticide product application is just one part of an effective multi-faceted program, it can be performed with restraint and focus. This means only those pesticides necessary to address your specific problem will be used and only in the locations and quantities necessary. And as much as possible, these products will be specially selected for lower toxicity to people, pets, nontarget pests and the environment in general.

Step 5. Monitoring. The final part of GPM is an ongoing monitoring program to ensure that your home maintains conditions that discourage pests and to identify the presence of pests before they become full-blown infestations.

If you're concerned about pests in your home or place of business and want a "Green" approach, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

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A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
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The Five Steps of Green Pest Management

Green Pest Management (GPM) is an integrated, multi-step approach that works on a different principle than the familiar chemically oriented pest control, which depends totally on the use of chemical applications that are sometimes toxic to people and their surroundings. GPM combines prevention and monitoring techniques with a prudent approach to pesticides (using products like Boracare) to render a more responsible, yet highly effective solution.

Over the next few postings I'll explain this 5-step approach.

Step 1. Inspection. This is a critical first step that, when performed correctly and with diligence, can get your GPM program on track. In this phase, your Pest Management Professional will assess your home's risk of infestation. The PMP will identify any existing pests and note cracks, crevices and other points of entry into your home. He will uncover potential food sources, the presence of water sources, and look for signs of existing pest activity. From this your PMP will develop a prevention plan that can drastically reduce your home’s susceptibility to invasion.

Step 2. Removal of food and harborage. In a chemically oriented approach to pest control, all other steps to discourage and control infestations are ignored in favor of introducing large amounts of pesticides into the environment. In an effective GPM program, however, pests are first discouraged by creating an environment unsuitable for them. This means removing food and water supply sources (including leaky pipes), compost sites, general yard debris, accessible pet food, garbage and other food sources.

Be sure to check back in a few days to learn about Steps 3-5!

Dave's Pest Control
1-800-400-6009
A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
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About Bora-Care

Bora-Care is Disodium Octaborate Tetrahydrate, a fancy way to say “DOT”, Bora-Care’s active ingredient. More simply stated, Bora-Care is a combination of the naturally found mineral borate and a patented mixture of glycol-based components that easily absorb into the porous fibers of wood and draw the borates with it. And since borates don’t break down, the protection from termites and their ability to tube over wood and cement remains for the life of the wood.

In addition, this patented product provides you with a low toxicity solution. And that means that Bora-Care can be used with confidence in and around homes, apartments, schools, hospitals, kennels, farm buildings, trailers, warehouses, non-food areas of supermarkets, restaurants and food processing plants.

For complete details on Dave's Envirocare™ Green Pest Management Program, call 1-800-400-6009 to speak to a customer service representative.

Dave's Pest Control
A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
www.davespestcontrol.net

"Green" Pest Management

Dave's Pest Control is pleased to offer the envirocare™ program, in partnership with the Nisus Corporation. Green Pest Management (GPM) is the heart of any green solution to pest management issues, is the smart choice for anyone who wants to minimize the use of chemicals in and around the home while maintaining an effective and diligent pest control program.

GPM is an integrated, multi-step approach that combines prevention and monitoring techniques with a prudent approach to pesticides (using products like Bora-care) to render a more responsible, yet highly effective solution.

If you're concerned about pests in your home or place of business and you want an environmentally- conscious approach to your pest management, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
www.davespestcontrol.net

8000 Bee Stings

If you're concerned that you have bees or other stinging insects around your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
www.davespestcontrol.net

Guardian Residential Protection - Part 2

Here is more information about our Guardian Residential Protection!

Guardian Home Protection is our standard program designed to defend most homes against unwanted pests. Guardian Basic program includes:

a thorough inspection of your home and surrounding property treatment of exterior foundation, eaves, window sills and trees inside treatment if necessary reports showing what was done, what materials were used, and what you can do to help us maintain control over the pests at your facility

Customized Service Programs
Since every home is different, Dave's Pest Control offers service programs that are tailored to meet your specific pest management needs. Dave's will conduct a comprehensive inspection of your home and surrounding property to identify key problem indicators like colony sources, potential entry points for rodents, evidence of termites, and more. Once identified, Dave's will recommend the best solution for your specific pest problem.

Real Estate Inspection
If you're planning on selling or refinancing your home, you will need a wood-destroying insect inspection. FHA and VA Loans require wood destroying insect (WDI) reports prior to financing. Luckily, Dave's is Wood-Destroying Insect Certified and can help you with this.

If you're interested in discussing Guardian Residential Protection Services for your home, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
Serving Central Massachusetts
www.davespestcontrol.net

Guardian Residential Protection Services - Part 1

Maintain Your Biggest Investment
Your home is your biggest investment. Chances are you've protected your investment with a solid homeowners insurance plan. But do you have a protection plan against the threat of nasty home invaders like termites, carpenter ants, and rodents?

Wood-destroying insects like carpenter ants and termites, for example, cost us billions of dollars every year. More than 90% of the homes in the US are wood framed. But even homes built of masonry and steel serve up delicious wood treats and places to live for these pests. Left unchecked, they systematically destroy our homes and valuable wood objects in them. Most homeowners policies do not cover termite and carpenter ant damage. Dave's Pest Control can help.


Quality Service at a Reasonable Cost 
Dave's trained professionals will thoroughly inspect your home to identify both problem areas and potential problem areas. After determining the best method for eliminating any existing trouble spots and preventing future infestations, Dave and his team will come up with a customized maintenance service program to fit your unique needs. You will receive a detailed written estimate to help you make your decision to do the right thing and protect your home and family.

Dave's Pest Control prides itself on providing quality personal service to the local Worcester county community at significantly lower prices than some of the larger corporations.

Services

• Mosquito Control
• Termite Bait Systems
• Rodent Prevention & Elimination FHA and VA Real Estate Inspection
• envirocare™
• Green Pest Control Program
• Customized Maintenance

Programs Pests Covered

• Ants
• Bats
• Bees
• Bed Bugs
• Birds
• Carpenter Ants
• Cockroaches
• Earwigs
• Hornets
• Mites
• Rodents
• Silverfish Spiders
• Ticks
• Wasps

If you're interested in discussing Guardian Residential Protection Services for your home, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
www.davespestcontrol.net

Fleas

During the winter months we tend to forget about man's best friend's worst enemy...the flea. But flea season will be upon before we know it.

Fleas aren’t just a problem for man’s best friend. These pests, which commonly appear in warmer months, feed on the blood of any warm-blooded body. Typically biting human beings, fleas can cause itchy, unsightly marks as well as severe allergic reactions.

Fleas tend to travel with mammals on the move, which can include not only you and your pet but also rodents. If you have a rodent problem in your home, fleas may be soon to follow.

If you suspect a flea infestation, be proactive in treating the problem and call Dave at 1-800-400-6009 to rid your home of fleas and to prevent future infestations.

Dave's Pest Control
A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
www.davespestcontrol.net

Reference: www.pestworld.org

Beware the Ant Hoarde

Beware the Ant Hoarde



If you're concerned about any colonies around your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
www.davespestcontrol.net

Just In Case ...

Who knows? You may be in need of a cab ride one day and, lo and behold, you flag down the Cash Cab!

Let's get you prepared with more pest-related trivia!

• Carpenter bees drill round holes about one inch deep into wood and then turn 90 degrees and drill galleries four to six inches long in which to lay their eggs.
• Rats contaminate and destroy enough food worldwide each year to feed 200 million people.
• About 1,000 cases of malaria are reported each year in the U.S.

Dave's Pest Control
1-800-400-6009
A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
www.davespestcontrol.net

Visit Us At The Worcester Home Show

Planning to attend the Worcester Spring Home Show? Be sure to stop by our booth!

Friday, March 11  through Sunday, March 13, 2011

DCU Center
50 Foster Street
Worcester, MA 01608

Hours:
Friday, March 11: 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, March 12: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 13: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Need tickets for free admission? Call Dave at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
www.davespestcontrol.net

Spring Is Just Around the Corner...

Spring Is Just Around the Corner...

And so are those springtime pests! The warmer days means an increase in activity. Now is a good time to call Dave Cat 1-800-400-6009 and schedule a springtime pest protection plan.

Termites: Although termites are active 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, they are most evident during the spring swarm. This is when the winged reproductives (Alates) emerge in large numbers to reproduce and start new colonies. These silent destroyers, cause more damage and destruction to our homes and property each year than do all of the fires and storms combined annually.

Pests: This is the time of year when all of your "over-wintering" pests emerge from their hiding places to reproduce. Carpenter ants start swarming (another wood destroying insect). Also, the fire ants, wasps, pill bugs, millipedes, earwigs, mites, spiders, scorpions, silverfish, roaches, etc. become more active and populations significantly increase.

Dave's Pest Control
A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
www.davespestcontrol.net

Rodent Infestation

A female house mouse can give birth to up to a dozen babies every three weeks.
Imagine having as many as 150 babies a year!

Mice and other rodents can enter a building through almost any opening or crack. It is important to inspect for rodent droppings, especially in undisturbed areas such as pantries, under baseboards and along walls.

Rodent droppings most often cause allergic reactions in human beings but can also cause disease, including the potentially deadly Hantavirus. More frequently, though, rodents serve as vectors, carrying bacteria, such as salmonella, on their bodies and contaminating food sources, kitchen surfaces and equipment.

Dave's Pest Control can offer the expertise and knowledge of rodent biology to best protect your health and rid your home of a rodent infestation.

If you're concerned that you have mice or other rodents in your home or place of business, give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
www.davespestcontrol.net

Reference: www.pestworld.org

Insect Candy?

Okay...I like candy, and I am fascinated by insects, but insect candy????



Dave's Pest Control
1-800-400-6009
A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
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More Pest Trivia

Mosquitoes are least likely to be treated by a professional. Yet, with the increased prevalence of West Nile Virus in the summer months, mosquitoes continue to be, not only a summer nuisance pest but also, a major health threat.

According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), West Nile Virus infections have appeared across the United States in recent years, which makes avoiding mosquito nesting/breeding sites and eliminating standing water in or around the home even more important to the protection of public health. In addition, to the potential for West Nile Virus, mosquitoes can also cause itchy, unsightly marks as well as severe allergic reactions in human beings.

Dave's Pest Control can treat your home or place of business and substantially reduce mosquito presence. We use state-of-the-art low toxicity chemicals that are much less harmful to people, pets, and their environments than what is currently offered by the majority of the pest control market.

So give Dave a call at 1-800-400-6009.

Dave's Pest Control
A Central Massachusetts Pest Control Company
www.davespestcontrol.net

Reference: www.pestworld.org