Category Archives: In my opinion

After more than a quarter century I’ve seen a lot of what goes right and what turns out so wrong in pest control. Myths, distorted facts and truths people just don’t adhere to are rampant by word of mouth alone. Add the world wide web to the mix and in becomes very hard to know what to believe. Here I give you my opinion on a variety of subjects but beware, my view may be not what you expect.

Does A 400 Million Year Old Springtail Disprove God?

Posted on August 13, 2013 by The Bug Doctor

I was recently asked a question after telling a client that roaches were some 350 million years old & that the springtail is thought to be the oldest dating back some 407 million years. The reply I got came with … Continue reading →

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America, Land of the Pest Free

Posted on August 9, 2013 by The Bug Doctor

For the most part citizens in America are a forgiving people. Second chances abound for our stars, athletes friends and neighbors. We give the benefit of the doubt and hope for the best even when the chances of a good … Continue reading →

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3 Time Killers To Avoid On Your Pest Control Route

Posted on July 30, 2013 by The Bug Doctor

Time is the longest distance between two places. Tennessee Williams From day one on the route you learn that pest control is a fast paced occupation. Get to a job, get it done and get to the next and repeat. … Continue reading →

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All Kidding A “Cide”

Posted on July 13, 2013 by The Bug Doctor

Put “cide” at the end of any word and you’ve just killed the subject of that word. Cide means to kill. We’ve all heard of homicide, that’s the killing of a man or any other person. Did you know you … Continue reading →

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How Will The State Enforce Proper Grilling & Sprinkler Rules?

Posted on July 9, 2013 by The Bug Doctor

Spotting a bug truck on the road in Florida is not an unusual thing. There are days that 3 different trucks from 3 different companies can all be at the same 3 way stop. And if you’re a bug man, … Continue reading →

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Pesthausen By Proxy

Posted on July 2, 2013 by The Bug Doctor

For those of you who regularly read my blog www.pestcemetery.com you know I frequently point out the ridiculous by using, the ridiculous. This infuriates some and the comments often reflect the nerve I’ve hit. Not being one to pat myself … Continue reading →

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Why Are Exterminators Expected To Be ‘Know It All’s?’

Posted on June 9, 2013 by The Bug Doctor

I was at the dentist the other day & in between rinse and spit and the anesthesia slurred words we had a pretty good conversation. Of course the topic came around to pest control, as it often does and soon … Continue reading →

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The Prodigal Customer

Posted on April 21, 2013 by The Bug Doctor

I think most folks are familiar with the Biblical story of the prodigal son. A story where a young man, heir to his Father, decides to cash in early on what’s his and go off on his own. He leaves … Continue reading →

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IPM- Do No Harm

Posted on February 3, 2013 by The Bug Doctor

What if? The Weed Science Society of America, a nonprofit scientific society that was founded in 1956, The American Phytopathological Society (APS) a nonprofit, professional scientific organization benefitting from the research of the organization’s more than 5,000 worldwide members and … Continue reading →

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How Many Arrows Do You Keep In Your Pest Control Quiver?

Posted on January 16, 2013 by The Bug Doctor

Raise your hand if you’ve ever had a pest control problem that you’ve seemingly thrown everything but the kitchen sink at and still were not able to solve the problem. Excuse me while I type with one hand because the … Continue reading →

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Scent Advertising In Pest Control-Can It Be Done?

Posted on January 9, 2013 by The Bug Doctor

I remember as a kid watching a show about futuristic stuff and that one day we would be able to have smells coming from our TV while we watched our favorite shows. I tried to imagine how they’d do that. … Continue reading →

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2013 It’s Your Choice- 1st Or 2nd

Posted on January 7, 2013 by The Bug Doctor

I thought New Years day was suppose to be a holiday that you got paid for but didn’t have to work, I guess no one told Atilla MY Hun. ( I Love that woman) So there I was on January … Continue reading →

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Is The Green Pest Control Debate Over?

Posted on November 26, 2012 by The Bug Doctor

What is the latest debate in the pest control world? ‘Move forward, responsible pest control, minimum risk’ and the ever popular, “get out of the past.” My question, (actually I have two) is why? Why are we even having this … Continue reading →

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Plan To Deal With These Three Types Of Pest Pressure

Posted on November 21, 2012 by The Bug Doctor

A few years ago Terminix had some great TV commercials airing where the ‘walls’ would tell the homeowner about some invading problem or termites moving in under the slab. Well since even our smartest house isn’t that advanced yet and … Continue reading →

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Great Christmas Ideas For The Pest Control Technician

Posted on November 11, 2012 by The Bug Doctor

Wondering what to get that man or woman in your life who is a pest control professional? This list may be your answer! It’s about that time of year again when shopping malls are filled with people buying gifts for … Continue reading →

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