PEST PROSpectives

“Organic” and “green” pest control sound simple until you try to pin down what’s actually being applied in your kitchen, your basement, or your yard.  This time on PEST PROSpectives , we sit down with PEST PROS Associate Certified Entomologist Tony Sorrentino to translate the buzzwords, especially the confusing world of 25B minimum risk pesticides, and to explain why the label and the plan matter...

PEST PROS of Michigan expert Tony Sorrentino digs into mosquito-borne illnesses in Michigan, focusing on West Nile virus and Eastern equine encephalitis and how these arboviruses move from birds to mosquitoes to people.  This PEST PROSpectives episode also walks through what to look for around your home and what practical mosquito control steps can shrink the risk without promising the impossible....

This time on PEST PROSpectives, special guest Larry Mason of Great Lakes Home Inspections joins Pest Pros' Tony Sorrentino to break down what a professional home inspection actually covers, then compare it to a true pest inspection to understand where the overlap ends.  Larry and Tony explain why independent written reports protect buyers, how findings shape negotiations, and why “I don’t see...

This time on PEST PROSpectives , ACE Tony Sorrentino is joined by Daine Patton of Nebraska-based Bats to Rats Wildlife Control and Prevention. Tony and Daine trade real stories that prove pests and wildlife can live in attics, crawl spaces, and wall voids for years with almost no obvious signs.  Listen to Daine and Tony share the small exterior weak points that let animals in, plus a simple inspec...

Mosquitoes don’t just ruin a summer evening, they can act as vectors for serious disease.  ACE Tony Sorrentino gets real about what that means in this episode of PEST PROSpectives , how mosquitoes actually transmit pathogens, and why “just getting bit” isn’t the whole story. Tony also discusses how the In2Care system helps kick the mosquito problem. Episode Resources Pest Pros of Michigan Smart So...

A quarter inch gap sounds harmless until it becomes a front door for mice. We sit down with Jay Vincent from Smart Solutions and Tony Sorrentino from Pest Pros of Michigan to unpack what “exclusion” really means and why it’s the foundation of long-term pest control, rodent control, and humane wildlife removal. Episode Resources Pest Pros of Michigan Smart Solutions Pest Control PEST PROSpectives i...

This time on PEST PROSpectives , the real-world risks behind zoonotic diseases are discussed - and why the cleanup is often more dangerous than the wildlife itself.  PEST PROS Associate Certified Entomologist Tony Sorrentino is joined by zoonotic disease expert Jay Vincent, Owner of Smart Solutions Pest Control in Atlanta. Episode Resources Pest Pros of Michigan Smart Solutions Pest Control PEST P...

Pest Pros wildlife specialist Josh Hodge returns to PEST PROSpectives with more true field stories about bats, raccoons, and foxes that turn attics, chimneys, and crawl spaces into wildlife shelters.  Subscribe to PEST PROSpectives where you get podcasts. Episode Resources Pest Pros of Michigan PEST PROSpectives is a Livemic Communications production.

This time on PEST PROSpectives, PEST PROS Associate Certified Entomologist Tony Sorrentino lays out where ticks hide in Michigan, how their life cycle works, and what you can do right now to protect your yard, your pets, and yourself.  Episode Resources Pest Pros of Michigan Detroit Free Press: How to Protect Yourself from Ticks as Michigan Lyme Disease Surge PEST PROSpectives is a Livemic Communi...

This time on PEST PROSpectives, Pest Pros ACE Tony Sorentino is joined by Jaylynn Struth from the Kalamazoo Growlers to talk about how fans at a riverfront ballpark like Mayor's Riverfront Park stay comfortable during peak mosquito season.  Subscribe to PEST PROSpectives where you get podcasts. Episode Resources Pest Pros of Michigan Kalamazoo Growlers PEST PROSpectives is a Livemic Communica...

This time on PEST PROSpectives: Associate Certified Entomologist Amber Byars breaks down the spiders people actually see around Michigan homes and why they show up in basements, porch light fixtures, and around overgrown landscaping.  Amber also explains what spider control looks like in the real world, from dewebbing and habitat fixes to perimeter treatments and winter prevention. Subscribe to PE...

This time on PEST PROSpectives , we hear stories with wildlife specialist Josh Hodge and get a real look at what it takes to move animals out of human spaces safely. From rooftop squirrel standoffs to skunk spray up close and even deer calls that turn into full-on recovery jobs, the work is stranger and tougher than most people expect.  Subscribe to PEST PROSpectives where you get podcasts. Episod...

This time on PEST PROSpectives, ACE Amber Byars unpacks odorous house ants: how to identify the rotten‑fruit smell, why colonies bud, and where they hide indoors and out.  Subscribe to PEST PROSpectives where you get podcasts. Episode Resources Pest Pros of Michigan PEST PROSpectives is a Livemic Communications production. PEST PROSpectives is a Livemic Communications production.

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. Subscribe to PEST PROSpectives where you get podcasts. Episode Res...

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 mi...

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. Subscribe to PEST PROSpectives wher...

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 t...

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...

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...

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. Subscribe to PEST PROSpecti...

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. Subscribe to PEST PROSpectives where you get podcasts. Episode Resources Pest Pros of Michiga...

Tony Sorrentino, Associate Certified Entomologist at Pest Pros of Michigan, is back with us on this episode of PEST PROSpectives and reveals the surprising truth about fruit flies and their household cousins. Most people don't realize that fruit flies aren't just attracted to the bowl of ripening bananas on your counter. Tony explains where they really hang out, what some of the health c...

Your outdoor living space is your sanctuary - your place for warm weather activities and enjoyment. In this episode of PEST PROSpectives, Associate Certified Entomologist Amber Byers returns to discuss five essential strategies for creating a pest-free environment using an integrated pest management approach. We explore how professional pest control goes far beyond simply spraying chemicals, focus...

The fear of stinging insects is real. You may have waited months and months to get out in your outdoor living sanctuary to enjoy the warm weather. Then, boom! The uninvited buzzing of bees, wasps and hornets around your space. In this episode of PEST PROSpectives, Associate Certified Entomologist Tony Sorrentino returns to discuss the various stinging insects Michigan homeowners encounter and how...

What a relief! Your pest control pros have left - and so have the pests. But, how do you assure those pests won't be back? In this episode of PEST PROSpectives, Pest Pro Tony Sorrentino tells us how the Pest Pros go about keeping them out. Episode Resources Pest Pros of Michigan PEST PROSpectives is a Livemic Communications production.