Unfortunately, bed bug infestations are not rare. There are 92 known species of bed bugs, and they can live up to 18 months without feeding. In a 2015 survey, 95% of pest professionals surveyed said that they had recently responded to calls for treatment of bed bugs in apartments and condominiums. Multi-unit dwellings are among… [Read More]

While bed bugs are tiny creatures — only about a quarter of an inch on average — their presence can wreak havoc on a tenant’s unit. These creatures multiply quickly, and one small bed bug brought in by a suitcase can often lead to an infestation of hundreds. For a landlord, the prospect of bed… [Read More]

Having bed bugs is beyond frustrating, and it’s a total headache for landlords, hotel managers and property managers. We should know — the technicians at Platinum Pest Solutions are the best bed bug exterminators in Chicago. As a landlord, you’re facing the cost of property management bed bug treatment and the difficulty of managing tenant… [Read More]

If you’re selecting a property management pest control company, you’re likely facing one of following three situations: You don’t have a pest control company and you know you need one. You recently parted ways with your pest control company. You’ve discovered a bug infestation and you need help immediately. If you’re a property manager who… [Read More]

If you’re a property manager for an apartment building, apartment complex or other rental property, you know you’re responsible for the general health and safety of your tenants, including the prevention and extermination of bed bugs. Bed bugs are parasitic insects that reside in dark cracks and crevices around the home — that’s why they… [Read More]

When you bring souvenirs home from vacation, you don’t count on bed bugs being one of them. Bed bugs can ruin your trip, crawling around hotel room, making their way into your luggage or even your bed. They can turn a stress-free getaway into a nightmare filled with anxiety, frustration and itchy red bites. If… [Read More]

People have long been bothered by creepy crawlers and infestations, but not everyone’s been fortunate enough to have commercial pest control services in Chicago. Look familiar?? If you have bugs in the office, you’d better call Platinum Pest Solutions for commercial fly control. Don’t be that boss who is totally clueless and ignores your bug… [Read More]

A fly infestation is not the “buzz” your business is looking for. Any insects in your business is of course a problem, but flies can harm you in more ways than one. In addition to just being annoying to customers and employees, these pests cause health issues that can destroy your reputation. As a business… [Read More]

If pests crawl into your restaurant, they may just run you out of business. Seeing an insect or rodent inside your restaurant will leave customers scrambling for the door. Their loss of appetite quickly becomes your loss in profits. One little critter can lead to damaged reputations and poor reviews, ultimately driving potential customers away… [Read More]