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.
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.
The Ultimate New Year’s Resolution for Homeowners: Pest-Proofing
While every individual may have their own personal goals for the new year, Braman urges homeowners to make a commitment to diligent pest-proofing in this month’s blog.
Using Art to Provide Bug Education
As a society of fear mongers, we don’t have the proper education to understand bugs, and what we don’t understand, we end up fearing. German cockroaches are one of the most feared insects in the world, but through art and education we can dispel the myths that surround this species.
Deck the Halls with Boughs of Bugs?!
“Home for the holidays” takes on a whole other meaning when you unsuspectingly invite a clan of creepy crawlers to join in the celebration. If you want to ensure your holidays are filled with a cup of good cheer, consider taking some simple steps to ensure your décor is pest-free.
Bed Bugs Make Their Move During Holiday Travel Season
Thanksgiving traditionally kicks off the holiday travel season. People make plans to celebrate with relatives and friends, both near and far. The increase in travel during this time brings with it the greater risk of unwanted, hitchhiking pests wreaking havoc: bed bugs.
Don’t Give The Gift Of Bed Bugs This Holiday Season
Bed bugs are the gift that no one wants during the holidays. They easily make their way into suitcases, onto clothing or other belongings.
We Have the ‘Wright’ Stuff, so Pests Beware
Natasha Wright thought she was going to be a veterinarian when she started college. It turns out she likes bugs, so entomology was a perfect fit for her.
As Temps Cool, Rodents Seek Indoor Accommodations
The pitter-patter of little feet can bring a smile, unless there are no children in your home. Then it can be an indication of a pesky problem. While we can’t predict the weather, we can predict that when temperatures cool, rodents seek indoor accommodations.
Preventing Close Encounters of the Creepy Kind
While spiders can be year-round pests, fall is the time of year when they are on the hunt for a warm, secluded place to build a web and catch their next meal.
The Itsy-Bitsy Spider Seems Bigger Hanging Above Your Bed
Have you ever been lying in bed and looked up to see a spider hanging right above you? The itsy-bitsy spider seems bigger when you see it eye to eyes (most have eight)! While spiders can be year-round pests, fall is the time of year when they are on the hunt for a warm, secluded place to build a web and catch their next meal.