September 28, 2009

Lou Sorkin Pulls the Rug Out from Under Carpet Beetles

We've all heard of moths, but what are carpet beetles? And where on earth did these pests come from? Carpet beetles have an appetite much like moths, and they can harbor almost anywhere. If you're finding peculiar holes in your clothes and you live in an urban area, carpet beetles may be a more likely source than moths. Here entomologist Lou Sorkin discusses potential warning signs and what to do if you think you've got 'em.

September 25, 2009

Sound "Bites" - Talking Bugs with Dr. Jeff Low

What does a bed bug bite look like? How can I tell the difference between a mosquito bite and a bed bug bite? And what's the first thing I should do if I suspect I've been bitten by a bed bug? These questions, and many more, and answered here by Dr. Jeff Low of Beth Israel Hospital. Dr. Low, internal generalist, shares his expertise on what really happens internally when the bed bugs are biting.

September 24, 2009

Switching Gears: From Bugs to Allergens

Coughing and sneezing and itching, oh my! No one wants allergies. But what are they? And where do they come from? And please just tell me how I can get rid of them, right? Dr. Jeff Low of Beth Israel Hospital did just that when we recently sat and spoke to him about these allergy issues.

We Are QualityPros!


Much like those blenders and hair dryers that receive the Good Housekeeping Award, M&M Environmental recently received one of the highest distinctions for a pest control company: QualityPro Certification. Run by the National Pest Management Association, the Quality Pro program signifies the,

"Mark of excellence in pest management,"
and was obtained by M&M through training and testing of our staff, and an internal streamlining of our practices. We're proud to be one of the few NYC-based pest control companies to call ourselves Quality Pro's.

September 10, 2009

The Bed Bugs Keep On Biting...

How big is a bed bug? Can it be seen with the naked eye? Why is my husband getting bites if I'm not, even though we sleep in the same bed? People dealing with bed bugs are bound to ponder these kinds of questions, which is why we went straight to the source to help give them answers. Here you can learn these answers (and more) by listening to entomologist Lou Sorkin discuss why the bed bugs just keep on biting.

September 9, 2009

Bugs and the City With Lou Sorkin

"The man who let the bed bugs bite," entomologist Lou Sorkin has been no stranger to the spotlight lately. From NY Times articles to Animal Planet videos, Mr. Sorkin shares his vast knowledge of bed bugs with the public, and here talks with M&M about the recent resurgence of bed bugs in New York City. Thank you Mr. Sorkin for giving us the scoop on this thirsty pest.