Our pest control blog keeps you up to date with the latest news and industry trends. Through our extensive knowledge of pests, this Braman blog will ensure you have the tools to prevent and remove pests.

Natasha Wright, Technical Director
Natasha, our pest management blog expert, is a board-certified entomologist and a member of the Entomological Society of America. She earned her bachelor’s degree in entomology at the University of Florida in 2009 and received her master’s degree in entomology at the University of Arkansas in 2013.
Love is in the Air: Bug Mating Rituals
Bugs need love, too! Learn about some mating rituals of bugs, just in time for Valentine’s Day.
How to Ward Off a Winter Pest Invasion
Many of these critters stay active over the winter, often looking for warm places like attics and basements in homes and businesses for protection.
How to Freeze Out Nuisance Winter Wildlife
Since many of these critters may carry rabies or diseases, we recommend contacting a pest professional for assistance, rather than risking your—or your customer’s—health by trapping them on your own.
Don’t Let Halloween Pests Haunt Your House
Bats, rats and spiders may make the perfect holiday decorations, but their real-life counterparts are no treat for homeowners. They don’t ring the doorbell before trying to come in, but by taking a few steps of prevention, you can lock them out and keep your fall nightmare-free.
Are Third Party Audits Part of Your Business? We Can Help
If your industry is subject to third party audits for pest control, see how we make it part of our business to stay on top of the requirements for your business.
Pest Pros are not Created Equally; Help for Business Owners
A pest infestation—anything from mice and rats to bed bugs or termites—can be the beginning of the end of a business, which is why choosing the right pest control partner is so important.
Fall Pest Prevention: New England Homes Enticing as Weather Cools
Don’t let your home become a refuge for pests seeking shelter from cooling fall temperatures. Put these pest prevention tips into practice today.
Stinging Bugs and Business are a Dangerous Combination
Customers are the lifeblood of your business. You need to attract and retain them to grow and succeed, which is why stinging insects and business are a combo you can’t afford.
Don’t Let Bugs and Wildlife Crash Your Summer Camping Trip
Bugs and wildlife can crash your summer camping trip and turn it into a nightmare. Plan ahead to prevent these pests.
Hazardous to your Health Care: Pest Control for Healthcare Facilities
While pests have no business at any business, their presence can be downright dangerous in a facility that provides patient care. That’s why Braman has made pest control for healthcare facilities a critical part of our own business.
Don’t Bring Home Bed Bugs from Summer Travel
To mark the summer travel season, Braman addresses a genuinely nerve-wracking prospect—meeting bed bugs on your next trip.
Summer Invasion: Carpenter Ants Can Cause More Damage than Termites
A carpenter ants invasion can cause thousands of dollars’ worth of damage to your home or business.
Pests: A Big Problem for Small Business
In the age of social media, the presence of pests can be spotlighted, causing a big problem for small businesses. We assembled tips to help you stay out of the negative limelight.
National Asthma Awareness Month: Cockroaches Can Be A Trigger
It’s National Asthma Awareness Month! Are you sneezing? Are your eyes itchy and red? Allergy and asthma sufferers may be quick to chalk up their symptoms to the evolving seasons, but in reality, these could be a reaction to a protein cockroaches store on their bodies and in their saliva and fecal matter.
Common Pests Invading Commercial Facilities
Commercial facilities offer an appealing environment for pests. We offer warning signs of a possible infestation at your facility.
Spring Pest Prevention Strategies
April might signify the unofficial start of spring, but it also kick-starts another important annual tradition—spring cleaning! While most people use the opportunity to get organized, it’s also an ideal time to address pest issues that might be lurking around your property.
Chew on This for Termite Awareness Week
In honor of termite awareness week, we want to inform the public for warning signs of these winged invaders in this month’s blog.
Proactive Pest Management
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure and this couldn’t be more true when it comes to proactive pest management at a place of business.
Love is in the Air…Keep it Healthy with Cockroach Prevention
Cockroaches are a common problem in every household. In this month’s blog, we’ll examine where they hide and some proper tactics for cockroach prevention.
Tell Invading Pests to Mind Their Business
Homes are often considered to be the biggest investment a person can make in their lives, but for business owners, it’s critical to protect the investment in your company. The presence of pests and rodents at a place of business can affect the way customers view a company and pose serious threats to the health of employees and customers.