- Home
- >
- Your Team & Tools
- >
- Technical Resources by Topic
- >
- Bed Bugs
PPMA Invites Pest Control Companies to Participate in Bed Bug Awareness Week This June
The Professional Pest Management Alliance (PPMA), which serves as the public outreach arm of the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), is observing this week by educating the public through various media relations and social media tactics on, how to inspect for bed bugs when traveling, the signs of an infestation and the importance of working with a licensed pest control professional to treat an infestation.
Non-Chemical Bed Bug Management
Bed bugs are difficult pests requiring labor-intensive management. Research evaluated non-chemical control strategies in New Jersey apartments with histories of infestation. Non-chemical methods alone eliminated bed bugs in 36% of units, while adding silica dust increased effectiveness to 40%. Successful management relies on effective client communication and cooperation.
BugStore Product: Bed Bug Handbook Second Edition
The second edition of the Bed Bug Handbook has been completely revised and expanded to include the latest in bed bug biology, habits, and pest control science relating to bed bug control. It details practical guidance on inspections, prevention, legal and business issues and more! $126/$190
Research Report: Bed Bugs Exhibit Limited Ability to Develop Heat Resistance
Template: Bed Bug Sample Contract
An example of a contract for bed bug control services
Recording: Preparing for the Unexpected: A Lesson Learned From the Tropical Bed Bug
Presented by Brittany Campbell, Ph.D., National Pest Management Association