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August 8, 2022
dry flowable bait

Controlling pests in hard-to-reach areas is within reach with Advion® MicroFlow insect bait, the latest addition to the trusted Advion brand family from Syngenta. This dry flowable bait features a highly attractive bait matrix that provides better bait consumption and improved pest mortality at low use rates.

August 4, 2022
most hated insects

Insects are among the least popular species in the United States. Not only can they be a nuisance, they can also threaten our health and well-being. But which insects are disliked the most?    

August 4, 2022
smart rodent trap

Over the last several years the conversation around implementing smart monitoring devices has dominated every pest category in our industry. This is not unusual, after all, people are adopting new time saving and security technologies into their day-to-day home and business routines organically. These are factors that beg the pest management professional to ask the question, “Does it make sense to keep doing this the same way?”

August 3, 2022
preventive pest control

A Perimeter Pro is a structural pest management technician who understands that the exterior perimeter is the source of a wide variety of structural pests that often invade the interior of buildings. These experts know it’s a best practice to prevent a pest problem on the exterior of a structure than to attempt remediation once the pest becomes established indoors. 

August 3, 2022
when does grass go dormant

We are witnessing a heat wave impacting much of the US and this brings about significant impact on cool-season grasses, as this weather pattern impacts turfgrass growth and overall appearance.

August 2, 2022
tips for spraying wasp nests

TERRO® Wasp & Hornet Killer (item # T3300-6) is a water-based entrapping foam spray that coats nests for a complete kill. The entrapping foam not only kills wasps and hornets inside the nest, but it also remains on the nest and kills unsuspecting insects that attempt to return.

July 11, 2022
cleanout biofilm in drains

Consider adding bio-sanitation to your list of services for both commercial and residential accounts. Standard sanitation practices often do not address the need for removal of organic buildup, especially in hard to reach and unseen areas. Supplementing regular cleaning with bio-sanitation creates an enhanced sanitation program in both commercial kitchens and residential accounts.

July 6, 2022
wood boring beetle identification

When most people think about structural damage in a home by an insect pest, termites probably come to mind first. However, there are other insects capable of causing significant damage with considerable financial consequences: wood-boring beetles are said to be second only to termite insects in the amount of damage they do annually in the U.S.

June 30, 2022

Ants continue to be a major problem for PMPs across the country . Although small in size, ants can be quite challenging to control. Ants congregate in large numbers and exhibit complex behaviors. Further, ants live in multiplex colony structures, which makes controlling them even more laborious. MGK offers expertise for successful ant control, providing you with the necessary knowledge and tools needed to combat your ant problem - big or small.

June 29, 2022

Learn about the Four P’s to ensure a successful dehumidifier install.

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