For some reason, it seems like there’s no way for my pest control pro to beat mosquitoes on my Miami property, no matter how hard they try. Why is that? Most people understand that standing water is the number one breeding spot for mosquitoes. Mosquitoes breed by laying eggs in stagnant water. Mosquito larvae thrive…
Paying to get rid of mosquitoes but they’re still there? So why isn’t your mosquito control program working? Believe it or not, It could be you! As we follow up on a mosquito control program for a client, we come across the unfortunate sight of stagnant water with mosquito larvae. No matter how much spraying,…
Are you seeing signs of draught damage in your beautiful Miami lawn? Have you checked your irrigation system? Having serviced this Miami lawn successfully for some time, we were concerned to find that this lawn had suddenly started showing severe signs of draught stress since we serviced it prior to our last visit . A…
So your beautiful lawn suddenly has severe draught stress. What happened? On our last visit, this lawn was impeccable but today it clearly has severe draught problems. Why? We service this Miami lawn every 2 months but the evidence of irrigation system issues is clear. On today’s edition of the DIY Naturepest Podcast, host and…
1. Is the largest of the common peridomestic cockroaches measuring on average 4 cm in length. 2. It occurs in buildings throughout Florida, especially in commercial buildings. 3. In the northern United States the cockroach is mainly found in steam heat tunnels or large institutional buildings. 4. Is second only to the German cockroach in…
1. Will Feed On And Damage Almost Any Edible Thing 2. It Can Also Be Very Damaging To Crops And Plants, Particularly Seeds. 3. It Is Very Agile And Often Frequents Tree Tops Searching For Food And Nesting There In Cavities. 4. A Slender Rat With Large Hairless Ears 5. May Be Grey-Brown On The…
1 It was most likely brought to the new world on ships used for European exploration and colonization. 2 Aedes aegypti is the primary vector of yellow fever. 3 Aedes aegypti has been implicated as the vector of dengue, chikungunya and Zika. 4 They are container-inhabiting mosquitoes. 5 Breeding in flowerpots, spare tires, untreated swimming…
In today’s video, an overview of the new ban on Nitrogen in fertilizers. These new fertilizer bans are coming to Miami Dade and these new laws that will affect homeowners, landscapers and Integrated Pest Control Management Professionals. Phosphorous is out all year long and Nitrogen will also be banned effective May 15th until October 31st.…
On today’s episode. Naturepest deals with a trash room in Miami that is heavily infested with German roaches. Integrated Pest Management expert Franklin ‘The Pestgeek’ Hernandez demonstrates how badly infested this trash room initially was. Within a two week period, Miami Pest Control Naturepest managed to obtain a ninety five percent reduction on this roach…
Do not skip this video f you are having trouble with ant colonies. On today’s episode of the Pestgeek Podcast, Integrated Pest Management Expert Franklin Hernandez (The Pestgeek) demonstrates how ant bait is carried into an ant colony just five minutes after being placed. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol #pestmanagement #bugs #pestcontrollife #antirayap #covid #termites…
So your pest control pro finds that Big-headed ants are back. Big -headed ants can be a serious problem. Even with the most meticulous integrated pest control protocols, there are times when Big-headed ants simply won’t go for the bait. On today’s edition of the Pest Geek Podcast, Franklin Hernandez (‘The Pestgeek) shows us why…
It’s no phone having fruit flies getting into your home from outside. Does this sound familiar? Here’s How To Fix That Using Organic Pest Control. In today’s video, Franklin Hernandez ‘The Pest Geek’ tests an attractant to catch fruit flies. The evidence, larvae, eggs are there. So this attractant is working. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest…
Flies, gnats or mosquitoes outside the home is bad enough. Having to deal with them inside the home is worse but do indoor bug traps actually work? On today’s edition of The Pestgeek Podcast, we compare 2 popular indoor bug traps: The Katchy indoor bug trap vs. the Flyweb Indoor Bug Trap. This product demo…
Ants in your roof is no fun but it can be taken care of. On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast, The Pestgeek shows us how to get rid of ants in a roof using a B&G insect bait station. This bait station is great for delivering liquid, granular, or gel baits to control a…
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 control over a roach infestation. The ratio of nymphs to adults is 80/20. On this occasion, we see egg casing actually hatched on the board and more adults than…
Dead patches on your beautiful lawn? Your landscaper might suggest more irrigation. Actually, no! 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 are all here: disease patches, dead grass rings and dollarweeds pointing to excess water. Irrigation needs…
The signs are there. unusual burrows in your beautiful Miami lawn. What can they be? More than likely, it’s a case of mole crickets. This is how Naturepest holistic pest control management handles mole crickets in beautiful Miami lawns. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol #pestmanagement #bugs #pestcontrollife #antirayap #covid #termites #insects #bedbugs #rodentcontrol #pests #fumigation…
On today’s edition, we inspect ficus defoliation caused by whiteflies. After four months of treatment, we redid the treatment as there was evidence of defoliation. On close inspection, we indeed find little defoliation on our client’s property but considerable defoliation in the neighborhood located in Miami Beach. Watch the video and see why. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol…
If you want to keep your lawn looking beautiful, watch this video. On today’s episode, this is how we deal with cool season lawn diseases through holistic pest control management. Holistic pest control management involves several approaches that include fungicide and proper lawn irrigation. The signs are there. Cool season disease have started and brown…
Is it possible to have a healthy, beautiful lawn even if your neighbors don’t take care of theirs. Yes, it is. Even when your neighbors neglect their lawns, find out how we can get your lawn fantastic results on today’s edition. Our approach to lawncare is 100% natural. We use amino acids. humic acids, carbohydrates,…
Having issues with roaches in your property? On today’s edition, we discuss why we use glue boards and monitors as part of our holistic approach to integrated pest control management (IPM) to gain control of a roach infestation. We’ll also discuss American roaches. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol #pestmanagement #bugs #pestcontrollife #antirayap #covid #termites #insects…
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 a lawn. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol #pestmanagement #bugs #pestcontrollife #antirayap #covid #termites #insects #bedbugs #rodentcontrol #pests #fumigation #rayap #exterminator #termite #ants #fogging #hunting #rats #basmirayap #pestfree #like #mice #cleaning…
Dry patches on lawn? Why is this lawn dying in the areas under the shade?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 our first inspection, we find that it is the actual fertilizer used. In the second lawn…
This trash room has a serious German Roach infestation. 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 time we do this and as the trash room had already been sprayed we want to avoid contaminating the bait and…
Can you get a beautiful, healthy green lawn without using nitrogen fertilizer? Yes, you can. This is how you to get a beautiful green lawn without using nitrogen fertilizer.On today’s edition, lawn care tips for a healthy looking lawn. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol #pestmanagement #bugs #pestcontrollife #antirayap #covid #termites #insects #bedbugs #rodentcontrol #pests #fumigation…
Why are there termites in this house? On today’s edition of the Pestgeek Podcast, we find out. It turns out that when construction was done, wood was left behind. Termites will find their way to this wood as it is touching the ground. There is also evidence of wood decay fungi. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest…
Today it’s an unhealthy palm tree: wrong size, wrong color. Most techs would likely recommend fertilizer. However, on close inspection we find the culprit: Ganoderma. This is a bacterial disease caused by a wood-decaying fungi known as Ganoderma. Once we find conk, it is too late to save. To prevent Ganoderma we recommend a trunk…
On today’s edition of Naturepest, there are fly maggots in a rat trap 4 days after placing the trap. Integrated pest control pro Franklin Hernandez explains why. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol #pestmanagement #bugs #pestcontrollife #antirayap #covid #termites #insects #bedbugs #rodentcontrol #pests #fumigation #rayap #exterminator #termite #ants #fogging #hunting #rats #basmirayap #pestfree #like #mice #cleaning…
Cockroaches are getting into home through the attic. This is how our organic pest control takes care of sealing and proofing an attic against cockroaches using exclusion foam. On today’s edition, this exclusion service with foam will also help proof the attic against other rodents such as mice and rats. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol…
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 results on commercial landscapes using our proprietary blend of natural insecticides and fertilizers containing amino acids, kelp, sugars. See how we can do better without synthetic fertilizers. We improve soil…
You need to fullproof your property against rats, roaches, mice and other rodents? You need rodent exclusion. This is why many homeowners fail. Integrated pest control is requires much more than just placing rodent stations. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol #pestmanagement #bugs #pestcontrollife #antirayap #covid #termites #insects #bedbugs #rodentcontrol #pests #fumigation #rayap #exterminator #termite #ants…
We find rat activity in a home through rub marks along textured drywall on today’s edition. Rat proofing the home is needed here as well as rodent proofing the property in general. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol #pestmanagement #bugs #pestcontrollife #antirayap #covid #termites #insects #bedbugs #rodentcontrol #pests #fumigation #rayap #exterminator #termite #ants #fogging #hunting #rats…
After a customer complained about dozens of mosquitoes suddenly appearing inside a home, we find mosquito larvae in the water of a plant. Learn how to get rid of mosquitoes by first locating stagnant water sources. pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol #pestmanagement #bugs #pestcontrollife #antirayap #covid #termites #insects #bedbugs #rodentcontrol #pests #fumigation #rayap #exterminator #termite…
Part of a holistic approach to integrated pest control involves locating the entry points and sealing them. After buying a house, homeowners find rats getting into home. On today’s edition, a perimeter inspection will show what entry points rats and other pests are using to gain entry into this home. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol…
If mosquito control is part of your pest control routine, here’s what you need to know about properly maintaing an In2care Mosquito Control Trap. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol #pestmanagement #bugs #pestcontrollife #antirayap #covid #termites #insects #bedbugs #rodentcontrol #pests #fumigation #rayap #exterminator #termite #ants #fogging #hunting #rats #basmirayap #pestfree #like #mice #cleaning #bhfyp #jasapembasmihama #bhfypOn…
The F.I.T. tool is an essential aid to pest control professionals and building managers by allowing quick and accurate identification of rodent entry points. 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, PhD.Easily demonstrate and communicate issues to…
On today’s edition, a stove exhaust vent with a tiny gap and an adult American cockroach illustrate how easy it is for these insects to make their way into a home. So how much of a gap do American roaches need to actually invade a home. It turns out, not much. Cracks are especially prone…
A juvenile rat alongside an adult rat is what we catch on today’s edition using an Ambush rat station and Trapper T-rex inside. This is done for safety reasons. Find out how we do it. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol #pestmanagement #bugs #pestcontrollife #antirayap #covid #termites #insects #bedbugs #rodentcontrol #pests #fumigation #rayap #exterminator #termite #ants…
A poorly installed Re-Roof Job is a major source of cockroach intrusion. On today’s Naturepest, find out how gaps left behind are an entry point to rodents and bugs. Integrated pest management requires sealing and proofing your property. This is how you can get rid of roaches naturally and fast. #pestcontroltraining #pestcontrol #pestcontrolservice #pest #termitecontrol…
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 is enough for roaches to get through. As part of our integrated pest management (IPM) protocols, we seal these gaps to avoid intrusion by cockroaches and other bugs or rodents.…
23 roaches in a period of an hour. A sudden surge of roaches. No nymphs purely adults suddenly invading this home. They are everywhere. We will be treating gaps leading to the attic. We’ll also be using bait. This kind of integrated pest management involves a lot of sealing with foam in voids to stop…
On today’s edition of Naturepest DIY: this is how we determine if there is a heavy American roach infestation. Support Us On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PestgeekpodcastWeb Site: https://pestgeekpodcast.com/category/podcast/Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/pestgeekpodcast/Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/pestgeekpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/pestgeekpodcastLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franklin-hernandez-49832a55/Linkedin Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pestgeekpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/pestgeekpodcast/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/pestgeekpodcast/
On today’s edition, it’s plaster bagworms. Little worms (inside a cocoon they build) that feed of of bacteria on your garage walls. There is no chemical treatment for these worms. This kind of integrated pest control involves simple hygiene. That is, physical removal with a vacuum or brush. #naturalpestcontrol #pestcontrol #pestcontrolmiami https://twitter.com/naturepesthttps://naturepest.com/https://www.facebook.com/NaturePestofDoral/https://www.instagram.com/naturepest/https://www.linkedin.com/company/naturepest-of-doral/ PestgeekFacebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/197418180824736/FaceBook…
On today’s edition, trying to do lawn care during rainy season. The challenges of doing lawn care in 100 degree Miami summer weather.This is one of the many difficulties of integrated pest management and organic natural pest control. Today’s takeaway, it’s better to be 80% effective today rather than 50% effective later. #naturalpestcontrol #pestcontrol #pestcontrolmiami…
A poorly executed attempt at rodent exclusion. On today’s edition, we examine clearly visible gaps that will allow easy rodent intrusion. The inevitable takeaway is that getting it wrong is tandem to not doing it all! #naturalpestcontrol #pestcontrol #pestcontrolmiami #DIYpestcontrol #rodentexclusion https://twitter.com/naturepest https://naturepest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/NaturePestofDoral/ https://www.instagram.com/naturepest/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/naturepest-of-doral/ Pestgeek Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/197418180824736/ FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/pestgeekpodcast/ Itunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/pest-geek-podcast/id990012784?mt= Linkedin…
Mulch becomes organic matter and provides places for insects to burrow and make This is the problem with mulch. In addition to this, something to consider is what’s necessary for plant health? Too much mulch around a plant can actually rot the trunk. Three to four inches is recommended. More than this can result in…
On today’s edition, a few tips on growing and caring for a Podocarpus. Join us for a routine inspection of a Podocarpus, also commonly known as a Podocarpus Macrophyllus. This species also goes by the names fern pine, yew plum pine, and Buddhist pine. #naturalpestcontrol #pestcontrol #pestcontrolmiami https://twitter.com/naturepesthttps://naturepest.com/https://www.facebook.com/NaturePestofDoral/https://www.instagram.com/naturepest/https://www.linkedin.com/company/naturepest-of-doral/ PestgeekFacebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/197418180824736/FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/pestgeekpodcast/Itunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/pest-geek-podcast/id990012784?mt=Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/franklin-hernandez-49832a55/PestGeek http://www.pestgeekpodcast.com/
On today’s edition, chinch bugs were the main suspect but as it turns out, the owners gave us the final clue. The roof was pressure cleaned with bleach. That bleach made it onto the lawn which caused chemical burn. Integrated pest control isn’t always easy to do when it comes to lawn care.This info is…
Sealing off gaps in your garage is priority. The right Rodent exclusion is a key component of Integrated Pest Control. On today’s edition, Stephen Vantassel shares his experience having an Xcluder door seal system installed. #naturalpestcontrol #pestcontrol #pestcontrolmiami https://twitter.com/naturepesthttps://naturepest.com/https://www.facebook.com/NaturePestofDoral/https://www.instagram.com/naturepest/https://www.linkedin.com/company/naturepest-of-doral/ PestgeekFacebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/197418180824736/FaceBook https://www.facebook.com/pestgeekpodcast/Itunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/pest-geek-podcast/id990012784?mt=Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/franklin-hernandez-49832a55/PestGeek http://www.pestgeekpodcast.com/
On today’s edition we inspect a Key lime tree which is a fruit bearing tree. Pesticide labels have specific restrictions on them in regards to key lime trees.This key lime tree in particular has burn marks and crinkled leaves which are evidence of Skeletonizers (moths in the family Zygaenidae). These are known for sucking along…