New laws have gone into effect that will directly impact natural pest control and landscaping. Do not miss this video if you are a homeowner with palm trees in your landscape. On today’s edition of the DIY-Naturepest Podcast, host and natural pest control management specialist Franklin ‘The Pestgeek’ Hernandez discusses the new ban on fertilizers…
The last thing the owner of a newly constructed townhome wants to see in their home: disgusting roaches! So you are the owner of this new townhome and suddenly you’re seeing roaches in your brand new home! How? This brand new construction can already have ants, large roaches, spiders and silver fish. So how does…
For the most part, these Ixoras look wonderful, however, there is another section where the problems are clearly visible. We are often able to restore Ixora plants on a landscape using our unique natural blend of Bio-based eco-friendly products. This landscape has been under our care for about 15 years. On today’s edition of the…
Do you seem to have a never-ending problem with mosquitoes in your backyard? Do you live near the Florida turnpike? On today’s episode of the DIY Naturepest podcast, host and integrated pest control management specialist Franklin ‘The Pestgeek’ Hernandez discusses the challenges of mosquito control on properties of homeowners living along Florida turnpikes and expressways…
So roaches seem to appear in your home from nowhere? It’s most likely happening because of your crawlspace. You need to watch this video. On today’s episode of the DIY Naturepest Podcast, host and Integrated Pest Management professional Franklin ‘The Pestgeek’ demonstrates how crawlspaces are easy access for roaches to make their way into a…
Chances are you already own a Ryobi Backpack Sprayer and know that these sprayers works really well if you are a DYI person. However, there is a caveat and its the hose which seems to damage quite easily. If you find yourself needing to replace the hose on your backpack sprayer, be warned, it is…
Even though your irrigation system seems to be working, your beautiful lawn now has draught patches. What is going on? Do not miss today’s edition of the DIY Naturepest podcast as host and integrated pest management professional Franklin ‘The Pestgeek’ Hernandez explains why you need your IPM professional to perform regular irrigation system inspections.…
Why is it that no matter what your IPM professional tries, your lawn can only look healthy and beautiful with limited success? On today’s episode of the Naturepest DIY, host and integrated pest control management specialist Frank ‘The Pestgeek’ Hernandez reveals why certain landscapes are beyond the effective control an integrated pest management professional thereby…
Do you own a lakefront property whose lawn is a nightmare to maintain? We are covering landscapes that are almost impossible to maintain on today’s edition of DIY Naturepest with integrated pest control management professional Franklin ‘The Pestgeek’ Hernandez. This beautiful lawn on a lakefront property lined with over 30 palm trees has been serviced…
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 drought 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 drought stress since we serviced it prior to our last visit. A significant…
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. 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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, 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…
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…