Pest control is sanitation. That tightly worded and very accurate sentence describes the critical relationship between an effective pest management program and consistently followed sanitation protocols. If you don’t have the later, you won’t achieve the former. Putting a conveyor away in the equipment boneyard before thoroughly cleaning it, cutting corners when it comes to…

Did you know forty-five percent of rodent issues take place during the fall and winter? This should raise a red warning flag to facility and property managers to make sure their rodent and pest exclusion efforts are up to the job. Colder weather can deplete a pest’s traditional food sources and commercial structures – especially…

The calendar tells facility and QA managers that 2020 is ending and it’s time to prepare for a year-end assessment of their pest management program. Clients should not dread a year-end assessment like a trip to the dentist. Instead, see it as an opportunity to ensure their pest management programs are working and doing what they…

The crisp fall air and temperatures can be a welcome respite from the heat and humidity of summer. Rodents, especially mice, however, have a different take on cooler temperatures. They view it as a threat to their survival and they act accordingly. A rodent’s natural instincts tell it to search out a warm place, preferably…

The threat presented by rodents to commercial facilities continues to rise. Rodent droppings and urine can trigger allergies and asthma; contaminate food, food preparation surfaces, and equipment; and spread harmful bacteria including E. coli and salmonella. Rodents can also chew through wood, drywall, electrical wiring increasing the risk for fires, as well as packaging and…

One word describes what it takes to be ready for third-party audits and inspections – preparation. When you partner with a commercial pest management service provider that has extensive experience with a wide range of third-party audit standards, is comfortable interacting with auditors and inspectors, and works with you year-around to stay ready, you will…

Anyone who has visited a working dairy farm knows that it is an ideal breeding ground for flies. The combination of wet decaying organic material and animal waste provide flies with all they need to become not only a nuisance but a threat to the health and well-being of the herd. Why are flies so…

Rottler Pest Solutions is excited to announce that in February 2019, we acquired Barnett's Pest Control. Based in Madison, Illinois, Barnett's is officially part of the Rottler family. In Business for over 65 years, the team at Barnett's has a reputation for being friendly, helpful, and professional, and we're happy to be able to continue that…

Unfortunately, bed bug infestations are becoming more common for homeowners in Saint Louis, Columbia and throughout Missouri and the United States. While many may feel embarrassed or ashamed, it is important to know that bed bugs are not a result of poor hygiene or lack of good sanitation.  In fact, nowadays, bed bugs are often introduced through used furniture, clothing, or visitors. These…