Rule The Roost Podcast

Mosquitoes can make spending time outside miserable, but what if there was a safer way to control them without relying on harsh chemicals? In Episode 17 of Rule the Roost, Rob and Rachel take a closer look at Flock Free's all natural mosquito control product and explain why it's becoming a favorite among homeowners, landscapers, and pest control professionals. They discuss:  How nanotech...

Turkey vultures taking over a neighborhood. Geese creating a mess around retention ponds. Woodpeckers damaging homes. Plus a look at new ozone technology that's helping keep birds out of commercial buildings. In Episode 16 of the Rule the Roost Podcast, Victoria joins the show as we discuss real bird control challenges, common mistakes property owners make, and practical solutions that are wo...

In Episode 15 of Rule the Roost , Tom and Victoria tackle one of the toughest bird problems out there: Seagulls. And there’s one big distinction that changes everything: 👉 Are they loafing — or are they nesting ? Because the solution is completely different. In this episode, Tom breaks down: • Why loafing grids can be 30' x 30' • Why nesting grids must be 4' x 4' (and what hap...

Open loading dock doors are basically an invitation. In Episode 14 of Rule the Roost , Tom breaks down one of the toughest real-world bird control problems: warehouse entry points — loading dock doors, man doors, and high-traffic openings that stay open all day. This episode explains the program approach (because there’s never just “one thing” that fixes birds): • Ozone boxes above doors to create...

Episode 13 of Rule the Roost breaks down one of the most common (and frustrating) commercial bird problems: outdoor restaurant seating. Birds know when lunch is served.  They perch above tables.  They raid scraps.  They leave a mess. In this episode, Tom and Victoria walk through: • Why birds target outdoor dining areas  • How to stop overhead perching immediately  • The difference between gel, UV...

In Episode 12 of Rule the Roost , Tom brings the whole crew in for a behind the scenes episode on something most companies overlook: Consistency. Not just in products — in how you talk , what you ask , and how you quote bird work the same way every time. They break down:  • The first questions to ask (location, species, photos, and why it matters)  • What details change the entire plan (weather, b...

This week, we’re introducing something new but also very familiar. In Episode 11, the team breaks down the Flock Free Toolbox Kit —a smart bundle built from products people already trust, now combined into one simple system that actually works when used the right way. We talk about:  • Why bird control fails when visuals are missing  • How birds learn through visuals + consequences • Why purple ma...

In this full breakdown of PestWorld Orlando, we cover what made this year’s show stand out, including the debut of our ozone product, the growing interest in the flock-free system, and the surge of international companies wanting simple, effective bird control solutions. We talk visuals, consequences, netting struggles, ShockStick 2.0, and the real-world stories behind installs, clients, and produ...

 In this episode of the Rule the Roost Podcast, Paul and Maria take you inside the real world of commercial bird control. They break down the evolution of the Hoot, Tweedzilla, and Moby hazers, explain the difference between liquid products, and share the most common reasons equipment fails in the field. You will also hear rooftop stories from installations across the country, including the unforg...

Why did the chicken cross the road, roll in mud, and cross back? Because he was a dirty double-crosser! 😆 We’re back in the Freehold studio for another episode of the Rule the Roost podcast by Flock Free—where bird control meets brains, laughs, and a little bit of stickiness. This week, we’re diving into our favorite invisible weapon: Surface ProTac . It’s clear, it’s tacky, it’s self-cleaning, a...

Ever wonder why some people swear bird sprays don’t work — while others say they’re a game changer? In this episode, Tom puts himself in the hot seat while Erica fires off real questions from Amazon customers. From geese tearing up lawns to swallows nesting in siding, they break down what really works, why consistency matters, and how “constant pressure” keeps birds moving — humanely. 💡 You’ll al...

In this episode, Tom sits down with Erika to talk about what it really takes to move birds — and a business — in the right direction. 🐦 They dig into:  ✅ Why “just one method” doesn’t work for lasting bird control  ✅ How combining physical and visual deterrents keeps birds from settling in  ✅ The power of education and teaching other companies how to succeed  ✅ Erika’s vision for the future —...

In this special episode of the Rule the Roost Podcast by Flock Free, Tom and Victoria sit down to talk about what’s coming to PestWorld 2025 in Orlando, Florida — including a first look at Flock Free’s latest innovation that’s set to change the way warehouses handle bird control. 🕊️ They break down how a new ozone-based system creates an invisible curtain that keeps birds out — safely and effectiv...

This week, Tom sits down with his daughter Victoria — one of the newest members of the Flock Free team — for a fun and honest talk about life inside the company. From overcoming her fear of birds to learning the ropes of products like Tank Mix, InvisiDye, and our Peppermint Spray, Victoria brings a fresh perspective to the flock. A lighthearted episode about family, teamwork, and the funny side of...

Episode 3 is live. Maria breaks down how Flock Free runs smooth projects from intake to install to follow up, why records matter, and how a family business stays creative and responsive. You will hear real stories from the field, product experiments, and where we are headed next with consulting and retail. Listen now and tell us your favorite moment.

Join hosts Tom Kaps and Paul Rosario for the second official episode of Rule The Roost, where we pull back the curtain on how Flock Free went from parking lot sweeping to inventing some of the most effective bird-control solutions in the world. In this episode you’ll discover: The “magic mic” moment that launched Flock Free’s journey Lessons learned while creating patented hazers, UV deterrents, a...

In the very first episode of Rule the Roost , Tom from Flock Free sits down with Nico from Petslandia to talk about how two people who never expected to work in bird control ended up innovating the industry. They cover everything from stainless steel, low-profile spikes designed for historic buildings in Italy, to UV paint and surface coatings that make bird control safer, smarter, and nearly invi...