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Bed bugs on the move: New report names most infested cities across Canada

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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Following the Paris bed bug craze, Orkin Canada urges residents and tourists not to panic but to be vigilant and stay on the lookout for signs and traces of bed bugs in order to avoid infestations.

Key Points: 
  • Following the Paris bed bug craze, Orkin Canada urges residents and tourists not to panic but to be vigilant and stay on the lookout for signs and traces of bed bugs in order to avoid infestations.
  • While bed bugs are visible to the naked eye, they are cryptic and excellent at hiding, making them difficult to control.
  • Available across Canada, the K9 team detects bed bugs and their eggs, dead or alive, signaling to their handlers for further inspection.
  • The Orkin Canada bed bug list is compiled based on the number of commercial and residential bed bug treatments performed by the company in 2023 (January 1 – December 31).

Termites Holding Strong in America's Warmer Cities: Miami Remains Worst City on Orkin's Top Termite Cities List

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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ATLANTA, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Miami ranks #1 on Orkin's Top 50 Termite cities list for the second year in a row, and once again Los Angeles ranks #2. While Tampa held onto third place, and New York City jumped five spots to claim #4 on the list. Washington, D.C., rounds out the Top 5. Four cities are new to this year's list, including Louisville, which climbed a whopping 34 spots to make this year's Top 50 cities.

Key Points: 
  • Termites thrive in warm environments, therefore, now is the perfect time for home and business owners to help protect their property.
  • There are more than 2,000 species of termites in the world, and 40 of them are active in the United States.
  • Termites can range in color from white to light brown, and worker termites are often lighter in color compared to winged reproductive termites or swarmers .
  • Each circumstance is different, so be sure to contact an Orkin Pro for a free termite inspection .

Chicago Joins Paris in Global Bed Bug Spotlight, Ranking As the Worst City on Orkin's U.S. Bed Bug Cities List

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Monday, January 22, 2024
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ATLANTA, Jan. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Windy City is taking up residence as one of the worst cities for bed bugs taking the #1 spot on Orkin's Top 50 Bed Bug Cities List for the fourth year in a row. Chicago, New York, and Philadelphia hold onto the top three spots, ranking first, second and third, respectively for cities with most bed bugs. Greensboro, N.C. saw the largest jump this year, moving up twenty-fife spots into the Top Twenty, with Milwaukee (#25) moving up the list by fifteen and Tampa (#31) moving up by ten.

Key Points: 
  • Clinging to items such as luggage, purses and other personal belongings, bed bugs can travel from place to place with ease.
  • "While bed bugs are visible to the naked eye, they are excellent at hiding.
  • Examining any new items before they enter your home will help to catch a bed bug infestation sooner, rather than later."
  • For more information about bed bug prevention and bed bug control, visit Orkin.com .

Aw, rats! Toronto remains #1 city for rodents in Canada

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Orkin Canada has released its annual list of the top 25 "rattiest" cities in Canada, with the City of Toronto claiming the top spot for the second year in a row.

Key Points: 
  • MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 23, 2023 /CNW/ - Orkin Canada has released its annual list of the top 25 "rattiest" cities in Canada, with the City of Toronto claiming the top spot for the second year in a row.
  • This year's list saw populous cities Toronto and Vancouver continue to battle it out for first place in the rat race, and welcomed Ottawa, Scarborough and Moncton back to the top 10 list.
  • City rankings are based on the number of commercial and residential rodent (rat and mice) treatments that Orkin Canada carried out from August 1, 2022 through July 31, 2023.
  • The top 10 rattiest cities in Canada in 2023 are:

Oh, Rats! Chicago Tops Orkin's Rattiest Cities List for Ninth Consecutive Year

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Monday, October 23, 2023
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ATLANTA, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago continues its first-place run in the rat race, topping Orkin's Top 50 Rattiest Cities List for the ninth year in a row. Los Angeles moved up to the #2 ranking while New York rounds out the top three spots. Jumping up 10 spots this year is Houston to #20, and Greensboro, N.C., moves up 17 spots to take #50.

Key Points: 
  • They typically enter homes between October and February looking for food, water and shelter from the cold .
  • Rodents can cause health issues and also severe structural damage with their strong jaws and burrowing skills.
  • They have oversized front teeth for gnawing, and teeth which are adapted for chewing a variety of items including electrical wires, water pipes and gas lines.
  • Using the tips above, homes and businesses across the nation can be better equipped to keep rats and mice out.

DDB Chicago Promotes Kiska Howell to EVP, Head of Business Leadership

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Friday, July 14, 2023
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NEW YORK, July 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DDB Chicago has today announced the promotion of Kiska Howell to EVP, Head of Business Leadership overseeing leadership and growth for the region's largest office, effective immediately.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, July 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DDB Chicago has today announced the promotion of Kiska Howell to EVP, Head of Business Leadership overseeing leadership and growth for the region's largest office, effective immediately.
  • Before joining DDB Chicago in 2018, Kiska held several account management roles at agencies including FCB Chicago and Dieste, Inc.
    Howell said, "DDB Chicago is going through an evolution that I'm so proud to be a part of in my expanded role.
  • I am incredibly thrilled to lead Business Leadership in taking our client relationships to new heights—and pushing for creativity as the ultimate force for change in business and culture."
  • Alex Lubar, DDB Worldwide Global President & Chief Operating Officer said, "Kiska has been a dedicated member of the DDB Chicago team and true ambassador of her brands for the past five years.

Orkin Establishes Urban Entomology Professorship at the University of Georgia

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Monday, April 24, 2023
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ATHENS, Ga., April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Orkin, an industry leader in pest control services and protection, has created an endowment to establish the Orkin Professorship in Urban Entomology at the University of Georgia to help strengthen the entomology program in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES).  

Key Points: 
  • ATHENS, Ga., April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Orkin, an industry leader in pest control services and protection, has created an endowment to establish the Orkin Professorship in Urban Entomology at the University of Georgia to help strengthen the entomology program in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES).
  • Orkin has created an endowment to establish the Orkin Professorship in Urban Entomology at the University of Georgia.
  • "Their generous endowment of the Orkin Professorship in Urban Entomology will help our College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences advance this consequential field and support our talented faculty."
  • Daniel Suiter, the newly appointed Orkin Professor of Urban Entomology, is internationally recognized for his contributions and leadership in the field of urban entomology extension.

Orkin Launches Inaugural Bug Week with Prediction of 2023 Pest Season

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Monday, April 10, 2023
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ATLANTA, April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Orkin® Pest Control announced the inaugural Pest Season Prediction Day and released its prediction for the 2023 pest season from its headquarters in Atlanta. PhD entomologist and Director of Technical Services Dr. Ron Harrison delivered the 2023 Pest Season Prediction by region with the help of some termite friends.

Key Points: 
  • Pest control leader established Pest Season Prediction Day to kick off week celebrating the weird and wonderful world of insects, April 10-14
    ATLANTA, April 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Orkin® Pest Control announced the inaugural Pest Season Prediction Day and released its prediction for the 2023 pest season from its headquarters in Atlanta.
  • PhD entomologist and Director of Technical Services Dr. Ron Harrison delivered the 2023 Pest Season Prediction by region with the help of some termite friends.
  • This important prediction also serves as the launch for Orkin's inaugural Bug Week , five days of exciting and educational social media content celebrating the weird and wonderful world of insects.
  • Below you'll find Orkin's Pest Prediction for each region of the country during the spring and summer 2023.

Termites Find a Vacation Home in South Beach: Miami Moves into the #1 Spot on Orkin's Top Termite Cities List

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Monday, March 13, 2023
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ATLANTA, March 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Miami ranks #1 on Orkin's Top 50 Termite Cities List, overtaking Los Angeles which ranks #2 on the list this year. Tampa and Washington, D.C. rank third and fourth, respectively, with Raleigh rounding out the Top 5.

Key Points: 
  • All termites consume cellulose-based plant materials that, unfortunately, every home can provide regardless of their construction type.
  • These pests cost Americans more than $5 billion in damage each year, and most insurance plans don't cover the damage from termites.
  • "Termites feed primarily on wood and can compromise the strength and safety of an infested structure," said Glen Ramsey, Orkin's director of technical services.
  • "A customized treatment plan tailored for your situation and ongoing prevention are the best bets for every homeowner.

The Windy City Can't Blow Bed Bugs Away: Chicago Ranks #1 for Third Consecutive Year on Orkin's Bed Bug Cities List

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Monday, January 9, 2023
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ATLANTA, Jan. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Windy City is settling in as the #1 city on Orkin's Top 50 Bed Bug Cities List for the third year in a row. Chicago, New York and Philadelphia hold onto the top three spots, ranking first, second and third, respectively. Los Angeles saw the largest jump this year, moving up seven spots into the Top Five, with Cleveland (#4) and Raleigh (#20) each moving up the list by four spots.

Key Points: 
  • "Contrary to popular belief, bed bugs are visible to the naked eye, but are excellent at hiding.
  • Female bed bugs can deposit one to five eggs a day and may lay 200 to 500 eggs in their lifetime.
  • Decrease clutter around your home to make it easier to spot bed bugs on your own or during professional inspections.
  • For more information about bed bug prevention and bed bug control, visit Orkin.com or contact your local Orkin branch .