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15 Service Centers Nationwide Non-Chemical Methods of Control: The best method of non-chemical control for fleas is to maintain cleanliness of the premises. Vacuuming especially is helpful in the control of immature fleas. While adult fleas can be vacuumed, they are usually already on a host, and so not exposed to the vacuum. Frequent washing of any materials in a flea infestation will also help with immature fleas. By getting the immature fleas we at least slow down the future infestations. Improved Sanitation: While consistent vacuuming and washing do well to control immature fleas, they do not work well with adult fleas. The best sanitation for adult fleas is to prevent the influx into an area of rodents, dogs, and cats, especially non-domesticated animals. By confining the hosts of the fleas, you confine the fleas themselves. This also applies in the categories of harborage reduction and exclusion. Trapping: There is not a method to trap fleas per say; however, by trapping feral dogs and cats along with rodents you will be able to help maintain flea infestation. Chemical Methods of Control: Treatments for fleas will involve a dust or a spray application. The best method will be in a high traffic area for the host animals. The best defense will contain two different chemical approaches, one for adults and one for immature fleas and pupae. Additionally, Nyguard or Gentrol is added to spray solutions as a “birth control” for fleas, known as an Insect Growth Regulator (IGR). PANTRY PESTS: Indian Meal Moths: The Indian Meal Moth was given its name after an insect scientist found it feeding on corn meal, also known as Indian meal. From wing tip to wing tip, adult moths measure from five-eighths of an inch to three-fourths of an inch long. These moths like to feed on dried fruits, grains, seeds, nuts, chocolate, candies, bird seed, dog food, powdered milk, dried red peppers, and candy. Attracted to the light, these bugs are found worldwide in areas where food is stored, such as grocery stores. Indian Meal Moths infest foods and can contaminate food products. Dried food products should be inspected thoroughly for signs of moth infestations. Discard infested foods in outdoor trash bins. Clean infested cupboards thoroughly with a vacuum and soap and water. Confused Flour Beetles: These beetles are very common pests infesting many flour mills, warehouses, and grocery stores. They also feed upon grain, beans, dried fruits, nuts, chocolate, and other foods in the house. The adult female may live for as long as two years, depositing 300 to 400 eggs. The mature larva is DocuSign Envelope ID: 16D1C412-7260-4260-8A87-C870C0BEE374