Daniel Baldwin, BCE, CCFS, CP-FS

Clothing and accessories on racks at a thrift store could harbor bed bugs.

The Risks of Taking Home Second-Hand Furniture and Thrift Shop Finds

Thrift store shopping can be a great way to get deals on clothing, housewares, and furniture. Unfortunately, you may get more than you bargained for with some secondhand items. Understanding the risks of pests when buying used items can help you make informed decisions when you hit thrift shops and flea markets. What are the […]

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Bumblebees vs. Honeybees: Which Are On Your Property?

Honeybees and bumblebees are social insects that benefit the ecosystem. These two common bee species are expert pollinators of food crops and flowering plants. But when bumblebees or honeybees create nests inside or around your property, they pose a potential threat to you and your family. Learn more about how these two types of bees

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A Complete Guide to Housecleaning for Allergy Sufferers

If you suffer from hay fever, dust allergy, or asthma, you know the outdoors are fraught with allergy triggers. But are our homes any better? With close to 60 million Americans experiencing environmental allergies for a few months or year-round, this is a question that interests many of us. While you canโ€™t do much to

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A yellow sac spiderโ€™s underside as it rests in its sac on a wall.

What You Need to Know About Yellow Sac Spiders

Yellow sac spiders come into homes seeking shelter when the weather turns cool, typically in early autumn and winter. Although these pests are beneficial because they control the number of other insects, their bites can be painful to humans. Learn more about yellow sac spiders, including where they live, what they eat, the dangers they

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food being served in a cafeteria line

A Pest Control Checklist for Cafeterias: Best Practices for Controlling Pests

Adding pest control duties to your maintenance schedule can go a long way toward maintaining safe and sanitary conditions in a cafeteria, not to mention keeping you compliant with local regulations and ensuring a positive dining experience. The following pest control checklist for cafeterias can be your guide. Cafeteria pest control checklist Whether you manage

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powderpost beetle crawling on wood

What are Powderpost Beetles and How to Deal With Them

While termites might be the first pest you think of when you suspect structural damage to a home, they arenโ€™t the only ones. Wood-boring powderpost beetles can leave a wave of destruction in their path, wreaking havoc on wooden beams, posts, flooring, and more. Difficult to detect and quick to multiply, powderpost beetles can eat

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How do I Get Rid of Ants in my Office Building?

What attracts ants to an office building? Ants enter office buildings through cracks and gaps in foundations and around windows, doors, plumbing systems, and gas and sewer lines. They come inside to find food, water, and protection from the elements. Uncovered donuts in the break room, coffee grounds in open trash, and bagel crumbs in

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