Sandra Kraft and Larry Pinto

The owners are well-known industry consultants and co-owners of Pinto & Associates.

Using 'Isolation' to Thwart Bed Bugs

Convert beds into restful, bed bug-free islands.

20 Trapping Tips

How to best place, bait and maintain snap traps.

How to Identify Clover Mites

This seasonal invader can prompt customer calls in the early spring or late winter.

Meet The Cluster Fly

In some areas, large numbers of cluster flies can end up indoors when temperatures drop.

How Fast Can Infestations Grow?

Bed bug population explosions differ from the lab to the field.

Bed Bugs & Dirty Clothes

When conducting an inspection, don’t ignore the pile of dirty clothes in the closet or in a hamper. They could be harboring bed bugs.

Sacrifice and Survival

With research from Dr. Gail Ridge of the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station, PMPs can learn the surprising (and shocking) behaviors bed bugs utilize to survive one more day.

When is the Right Time for Bat Exclusion?

Know your state’s regulations before embarking on a bat-proofing program.

Anger Management

Why do yellowjackets appear to undergo such a dramatic personality change in the fall?

Drain Flies and Fruit Flies in Food Facilities

Cleaning scummy drains needs to be part of your plan in treating flies in food facilities.