Pest Control
Commercial building and facilities management resources for corporate facility executives, building operators and facility managers in all industry and service sectors. Pest Control articles below.
Time For Pest Birds To Leave The Nest
Identify behaviors to implement effective bird control around facilities.
Facility Executive | August 2017 Issue
The August 2017 issue features a focus on security, including cyber attacks, video surveillance, and strategic approaches. Plus, indoor air quality, fire safety, restrooms, pest control, energy efficiency, and more.
Put Mosquitoes Out Of Work, Not Your Staff
Facility management employees who work outside or in open-air buildings are at greater risk of encountering disease-carrying mosquitoes.
15 Cities Most Likely To See Termite Infestation
Mobile, AL leads this list of U.S. cities that should be on high alert for termites during 2017.
FM Alert: Food Safety And Pest Management
A comprehensive pest management program is a necessary component to an effective food safety program under the Food Safety Modernization Act.
2017 Facility Executive Readers’ Choice Awards
In this annual survey of Facility Executive readers, votes were cast for product and service suppliers preferred during 2016.
Friday Funny: Pour That Cat A Cold One
The work is its own reward for cats whose job it is to keep breweries rodent-free.
Friday Funny: Teen Pest Control
A New Zealand library is hoping an unusual method will “bug” scrap-happy teenagers enough to keep them from loitering.
Services & Maintenance: Key Pest Control Concerns For Facilities
Activities in and around buildings help determine where to look, and which pests may be attracted.
Bird Control: 10 Strategies
Taking a proactive approach to pest bird control is imperative for maintaining clean and safe facilities.
Facility Executive | July / August 2016 Issue
This issue looks at trends in facility security. Plus, HVAC, thermal energy, pest control, power protection for IoT, LED lighting, green roofing, and more.
Zika Virus: 5 Things To Know, Plus Pest Control In Offices
CDC states that with the recent outbreaks, the number of Zika virus cases among travelers visiting or returning to the U.S. will likely increase.
Question of the Week: How Can I Prevent Bed Bugs In My Facility?
The last thing you want to worry about is a bed bug infestation in the office, but unfortunately, it is becoming more common. How can you prevent these pests from infesting your facility?
Facility Executive | July/August 2015 Issue
This issue takes a comprehensive look at a multitude of security issues and their solutions. Also featured: HVAC, hospitality case study, pest control, professional development.
Facility Retrofit: Eradicating Bird Mess
Managers at a restored lighthouse in MIchigan found success using sonics to prevent seagulls from landing on its decks.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: Verifi by FMC Corporation
The Verifi™ bed bug detector from FMC Corporation provides continuous detection of bed bugs for up to 90 days at a time in a compact device. It is designed to be unobtrusive, operate silently, and not require occupants to vacate the room.
NEW SERVICE SPOTLIGHT: Fire Ants 101 Tools from FMC Professional Solutions
Several online tools help facility managers take a proactive approach to controlling fire ants.
FRIDAY FUNNY: Stink Bug Solutions
These hearty creatures have experienced a recent population explosion, and there are no signs of it tapering off, according to experts. Fortunately, there are new ways to solve the problem.
Bird-B-Gone Launches TFM Bird Control Channel
Bird-B-Gone has unveiled its new Bird Control Channel on the Today's Facility Manager website.
Question Of The Week: LEGAL Turkey Vulture Deterrents
How do I legally deal with turkey buzzards that are damaging my buildings? The birds are federally protected; otherwise, we would have an obvious solution.
EPA Advises On Bedbug Pesticides
The federal agency is involved in activities to assist in managing the bedbug problem.
NEW PRODUCT FLASH: XCLUDER BLOCKS For Pest Control
This product from Global Material Technologies fits standard corrugated metal siding to exclude rodents, birds, and bats.
