About Dr. Michael Bentley, BCE

The sudden surge in vegetation growth during spring can provide an “uptick” in the preferred habitat for many hard-bodied tick species...

If the recent weather whiplash has taught us anything, it’s to prepare for the unexpected. Any equipment that holds liquids, such as sprayers, hoses, tanks, lines and wands, may need to be properly prepared to avoid freezing. Luckily, a little preparation can make winterizing your pest control equipment easy....

Finding any ant inside a structure is unwelcome, but uncovering carpenter ants (Camponotus spp.) can add a layer of concern because of their destructive nesting behavior....

Making discoveries and broadening your horizons as a pest management professional is a never-ending journey. There’s no better time to expand your knowledge base than during the slower winter months....

Be ready to take on the busy season this year with a proactive plan for success. ...

Winter is coming, and research shows that pests are well-equipped to survive whatever nature throws at them....

Read three tips to offer your clients now to avoid the inevitable post-season callbacks after the dust settles and the holidays are over....

Dr. Michael Bentley, BCE explains why it's important to understand the cause of an infestation before resolving the pest issue at hand....

When searching for pest control tips online the margin for error is razor thin, but these tips from Dr. Michael Bentley, BCE can help set you up for success in your next search....

It was a simple fix to remove the gutter clog and drain the standing water, but it was a frustrating reminder of how fast problems can develop. During the peak summer months, mosquitoes can complete their life cycle in just over a week....