Think one spray will wipe out a pest problem? On this episode of PEST PROSpectives, we take you inside the real mechanics of control—life cycles, hidden harborage, exterior pressure—and explain why lasting results come from strategy, not wishful thinking. With Amber Byars, who oversees field operations at Pest Pros of Michigan, we unpack five myths that cost homeowners time, money, and peace of mind.

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In this episode of PEST PROSpectives, we unpack why mice thrive in human spaces and how that intersects with real health risks, from bacteria on dishes to parasites that ride in unnoticed.

ACE Amber Byars shares practical steps to clean, sanitize, and block future activity while balancing compassion for animals with family safety.

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What if pest control were less about spraying and more about protecting your entire operation? In this episode of PEST PROSpectives, we dive into the high-stakes world of commercial pest management where food safety, pharmaceutical integrity, and business continuity hinge on prevention, documentation, and rapid response.

Tony Sorrentino, ACE at Pest Pros of Michigan, unpacks how accountable IPM turns inspections into opportunities to prove control, not scramble for fixes.

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In this episode of PEST PROSpectives, Associate Certified Entomologist Amber Byars unpacks nuisance pests that don’t bite or break things but still drive you up the wall, from stink bugs and boxelder bugs to Asian lady beetles, crickets, springtails, earwigs, and pill bugs. We explain why they invade, how to time prevention, and what “success” really looks like.

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Cold snaps don’t just change the weather—they change the balance of your home. As nights dip into the 50s, mice, rats, and squirrels start scanning structures for warmth, cover, and easy calories. We sit down with associate certified entomologist Tony Sorrentino to map how rodents really decide where to bed down, why a quarter-inch gap is an open door to a mouse, and how scent trails act like neon signs that keep bringing new animals back to the same weak spots.

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Think pests sneak in through open windows? The ones causing the most stress are often the stowaways you carried inside. We unpack the world of hitchhiker bugs—bed bugs, German cockroaches, and pantry invaders like Indian meal moths and cigarette beetles—and show how they ride along on luggage, boxes, clothing, and even used appliances. With real stories from the field and clear, calm guidance, we trace how a single “bargain” purchase or a weekend trip can seed a full-blown infestation.

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You have heard us mention it on almost every episode: Associate Certified Entomologist. But what does it mean? Why does it matter to Pest Pros of Michigan customers?

In this special double episode of PEST PROSpectives, ACEs Tony Sorrentino and Amber Byars welcome special guest Alan Feuer - an ACE himself and an educator who helps educate those seeking the certification.

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Curious about the safety of pest control chemicals around your family and pets? You're not alone. This eye-opening episode of PEST PROSpectives with Associate Certified Entomologist Amber Byars tackles the most common questions and misconceptions about chemical safety in professional pest management.

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