About this item
The definitive handbook on the detection, treatment, and prevention of bed bugs--a must have guide for every homeowner, renter, landlord, and traveler.Bed bugs were believed to have been eradicated by DDT and organophosphates in the 1950s, but they are now reaching epidemic levels. Some cities have seen a 1000% increase in bed bug infestations. Exterminators were unprepared for the resurgence of these tiny pests and the public is now scrambling for information on how they spread and how to get rid of them. The Bed Bug Book has the answers. A professional pest control manager and bed bug expert with over twenty-five years in the industry details: The complete history of bed bugs The biology of bed bugs--their life cycles with photos of each stage of growthA guide to prevention--what to look for when you're traveling and steps you can take to protect your home A guide to detectionA guide to treatments--dusts, liquids, steam, etc.
About the Author
Son of immigrant Cuban parents, I am a Native New Yorker working in the pest management field since 1984. Currently I hold 9 state commercial pesticide certifications which includes ornamental and turf, industrial, residential, structural, regulatory, public health, research, and demonstration.
Board Certified as an Urban and Industrial Entomologist since 2007. Currently working as the Technical Director for Magic Pest Management LLC. I have appeared on Good Morning America, Bed Bug Apocalypse, and Rat Busters.
I Perform classroom demonstrations for grade school children and Adults. Also teach certification and recertification courses for pesticide applicators in New York State as well as the prep course for Associate Certified Entomologist.
I maintain a web site at www.class-insecta.com.
