Integrity’s Commitment To Environmental Stewardship

Integrity’s Environmentally Friendly Approach To Service

Green Pest Management is a more eco-friendly way of describing Integrated Pest Management (IPM). We are committed to IPM. That means we aim to protect the environment, and future eco-systems, while delivering the best pest solution to our clients possible. We aim to minimize the use of chemicals while maintaining our world-class pest control solutions. In other words, you won’t find our technicians dumping chemicals on your property in hopes that covering the property might rid the home of unwanted pests. We are among 3% of pest control companies awarded the Quality Pro (QP) distinction. For pest control companies that is a BIG thing. Our name “integrity” extends to our clients and their pest problems, the future ecosystems, and the planet at large.

In order to accomplish GPM we use a multi-step approach to Pest Management. You cannot get away from the use of chemicals in Pest Management, however, by including prevention and monitoring techniques that we have developed over the last 30+ years, we have developed techniques that allow us to be much wiser with our use of pesticides. In this, we have remained responsible and highly effective.  

The 5 Steps of GPM – Integrity’s Commitment to Environmental Stewardship

It is nearly impossible for a DIY pest management program to be classified as GPM. Green Pest Management requires the guidance and knowledge of a pest professional that understands bugs, rodents, life cycles, pest volumes, and other insect-ecosystem interactions that are not well known. This web of relationships makes it very difficult for a DIY to use GPM. We would only aim to encourage anyone that is attempting to take on such a responsibility. Here is our 5 step approach to GPM

Step 1: Inspection

As with most things, the first step is absolutely critical to an effective eco-friendly pest management program. Insects and rodents are actually critical to the ecological balance of the earth and must be regarded as friend before foe. When an insect or rodent becomes a pest and endangers health and property, then a new balance must be created. Here is where our Integrated Pest Management approach to Pest Management really takes over as the leader in the industry. During the inspection phase of GPM the Pest Management Professional (PMP) inspects for pests, cracks, damage, and hiding warning signs. The PMP looks for food & water sources, any signs of pest history. This step cannot be skipped, overlooked, or downplayed. This is where a prevention plan is developed in order to secure your home from potential pest invasions. 

Step 2: Removal of Food and Harborage

If pesticides is the sole means of pest control, then all other steps get skipped or ignored. Strictly chemical approaches control infestations by introducing large amounts of of pesticides into the environment without regard to environmental effects. In GPM, infestations are first discourages by creating environments that are unsuitable for rapid population expansion. What does this mean? First we must remove the food & water sources (i.e. leaky pipes), compost, yard debris, accessible pet food, garbage, and other food sources. If these issues are not addressed, then the problem has a good likelihood of returning following the treatment. Education is everything with long term management of pest annoyances & infestations.

Step 3: Exclusion

During exclusion we identify problem areas, and put forth a plan in order to fix vulnerability points. There is so much pest management that must be completed before chemicals are every introduced to the property. As part of our commitment to environmental responsibility, Integrity is a member of the National Pest Management Association’s Quality Pro program, which maintains rigorous ethical and operational standards for professional pest control operators. In this step your PMP will maintain a vigilant effort to remove or seal points of entry into your home and keep them sealed off. Remember, debris piles, overhanging branches, high moisture areas, must be addressed. This exclusion process eliminates portals of entry into your home for pests & rodents.

Step 4: Judicious Usage of Pesticides

Even after thoroughly assessing the situation and removing food sources and exclusions, a pesticide program must be developed in order to pest proof your home, property, and family. In a eco-conscientious pest management program, pesticide use is only one component of the program. in fact, Integrated Pest Management requires an eco-minded approach to pest use. Due to this, our technicians are more focused, accurate, and willing to use restraint to protect everyone involved, future & present. In other words, we treat the problem, and we focus on location and quantity in order to maximize our world-class status in pest management, while reducing our footprint. Never trust a PMP that over uses pesticides in hopes of treating the unknown with a luck based approach to Pest Management.  As often as possible, we will monitor our product use in order to lower toxicity t people, pests, non-target pests and the environment.

Step 5: Monitoring

Pest Management is not a hit & run process. Monitoring is as important as the initial inspection. Our technicians know how to monitor your home in order to encourage conditions that discourage pests, and to identify pests before they becomes a full-blown infestation. This five step process is Integrity’s Commitment To Environmental Stewardship. 

Seeking an even Greener Solution?

We carry a product that is specifically used on clients properties & homes that request the greenest solution possible. Since 1990, one of our partner companies has been the world’s largest provider of Green Pest Control solutions. In fact, this earth-sensitive solution has received a Green Builder® Magazine Best of Show Award. Integrity’s Commitment To Environmental Responsibility has continually reminded us to listen to use IPM standards, use science and experience, listen to our associations and those associated, and listen to the families and the environment as we continue to be the leader in Oklahoma Pest Control.

The only way to maintain a reduced footprint is to continue education, provide unequaled support, be local, while providing ground breaking treatment programs with industry-leading products. Remember, your bugs are always developing immunity to pesticides, it is time to be smarter than the pest and incorporate GPM into your pest management program. For more on green pesticide programs or on Integrity’s Commitment To Environmental stewardship call us at Phone: Call Today!

Building Industry Pest Services

Preventive Termite Control For Builders

Protect your reputation as a home builder by insisting that Integrity Pest Management perform the pre-treat on your project. It’s estimated that Termites do $5 billion in property damage each year. Among the many services, we provide to the building industry, pre-treatments are one of our greatest offerings.

Pre-treatments can save a reputation and/or a building. Termites are not the only potential infestation that can be prevented with treatment, however, they are the ones attributed with the most annual damage to home, property, and other. Integrity is a leader in pre-construction termite services.

Why Should Home Builders Choose Integrity For Pre-Construction Termite Control?

What Is Integrity’s Termite Pre-Treatment?

Integrity uses Termidor, America’s best Termiticide for our soil treatments, and we also offer wood treatments using BoraCare during the dried in stage of construction. These products can only be applied by trained, licensed pest control professionals. We have used these treatment products & methods in homebuilding & other industrial applications since 2001.

How Does Termite Pre-Treatment Work?

These products are applied to areas in and around the premises, which is immediately effective against termites. Termites have no chance against our odorless, undetectable treatments. As termites forage through the treated areas they unknowingly ingest the product while in the treatment zones. Even coming into contact with the product is enough to create “carrier” termites. This process creates primary, secondary, tertiary carriers, and so forth. This process allows for the product to be spread through an entire infesting colony yielding devastating effects on existing termite colonies.

Why Should Home Builders Choose Integrity For Pre-Construction Termite Control?

We understand that termite pre-treatments are price sensitive. Even so, we have seen a major increase in home building professionals employing these safeguards. Our top of the line services are a common customization with upscale home builds and should be looked at as something that increases the value of the home. This is an extremely valuable property enhancement for your client.

The US Department of Agriculture Forest Service has been testing these products since 1994 and have declared that these products provide 100% control at concrete slab and ground board test sites. This success is unmatched by any other commercially available pre treatment product.

How Can My Home Builder Ensure My New Home Is Protected From Termites?

Make sure your homebuilder is acquainted with our services. In order to be able to apply pre-treatment to a new home build, it must be scheduled very early in the process for best results and manageable timelines. Call Integrity for Building Industry Pest Services and More.

Pest Control For Schools

Pest Control For Schools, Colleges, Universities, & Education

QualityPro For Schools? 

-Pest Control For Schools-

What Is QualityPro For Pest Management Companies?

QualityPro training is tiered. Before a pest management company can apply for certification in QualityPro Schools training, they must first complete their QualityPro certifications. Employees of certified companies have the knowledge and understanding necessary to provide a professional pest management service.Those standards are outlined here. 

QualityPro is the pest management industry’s leading certification program. This program is designed to increase professionalism of the industry; stimulate consumer demand through increased confidence and a higher public perception of industry professionalism; create common-sense, quality industry standards; and a commitment to excellence and higher performance standards. This is a company, not an individual, designation. QualityPro is designed to differentiate QualityPro companies from the competition and to increase the overall professionalism of the industry.

What Is Included In QualityPro Training?

In addition to pest control, your school, university, or facility might require other services such as:

Fly Control

From mild to full out infestations. Our fly control program is built to eliminate these highly bacteria ridden pests from school facilities from cafeterias to bathrooms.

Rodent Control

From contamination to property damage, rats and mice are destructive and occasionally must be professionally controlled. The worst pests in a school settings are rodents. Integrity can tailor a control program for your facility.

Exclusion

Exclusion is the process of eliminating entry & vulnerabilities. Our trained QualityPro School certified technicians have an eye and understandings of how pests work in these facilities. From cracks to more covert hiding and entry points, we develop a strategy to eliminate these weaknesses and entry points.

How To Choose A Pest Control Company

How To Choose A Pest Management Company

Seven questions that matter when choosing a pesticide company.

1. Are they licensed? They need to be licensed, bonded and insured for your protection.
2. Are they local? Ask your friends, family and co-workers who they use or have used in the past.
3. Are they professional? If so, they will adhere to a professional code of ethics.
4. Do they know what they are doing? They should have specific knowledge about seasonal, rare, and typical insects, pests, and rodents.
Some companies have many areas of expertise; while others have only a limited specialty.
5. Are they reputable? Check to see if they are listed in the local phone book. Check with the local office of The Better Business Bureau. Look for any online news or reviews about the company.
6. Is that a company vehicle? How do I know that guy at the door is who he says he is? State law requires that pest control company vehicles be clearly lettered with company name and license number on both sides of the vehicle.
7. Do employees of the company wear a company uniform, have a business card and proper credentials issued by (ODAFF) The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture Food and Forestry Division has best practices.

These questions matters when Choosing A Good Exterminator.

Learn About Integrity Pest Management: How To Choose A Pest Control Company

• All Integrity Pest Management Technicians will arrive at your account driving our easily identifiable company truck. The truck is clean, fully equipped and ready to complete the task at hand.
• All Integrity Pest Management Technicians are in uniforms that are specifically designed to blend into any setting from the boardroom to the backroom.
• All Integrity Pest Management Technicians are properly trained, credentialed and qualified to perform the exterminator services you need.
• All Integrity technicians are trained and have completed the ODAFF requirements to become a Service Technician.
• Integrity Pest Management goes well beyond minimum state requirements by having Technicians become Certified Applicators.
• Integrity is a member of both the Oklahoma Pest Management Association (OPMA) and the National Pest Management Association (NPMA).

Credentialing, Associations, Commitment To Excellence

National Pest Management Association Member

The National Pest Management Association (NPMA), founded in 1933, is the only national association dedicated to the professional exterminator industry. To verify Integrity visit The National Pest Association here.

Oklahoma Pest Management Association Member

The Oklahoma Pest Management Association covers all things Oklahoma. To verify Integrity’s membership with the OPMA visit here.

QualityPro & QualityPro Schools Certified

Integrity Pest Management is a QualityPro company. Integrity Pest Management is proud to be one of the few companies in the State of Oklahoma credentialed QualityPro and QualityPro Schools. And at last glance, less than 500 companies across all of America have the same level of professional credentials as Integrity.

Credentialing Above & Beyond Required

The pest management industry has developed a voluntary program to raise the level of professionalism in the industry. Participation in this program means that the company has gone the extra mile by investing funds in additional training and record keeping beyond the requirements of the state and national regulatory agencies. The program requires that companies have proper contracts, educated and experienced service personnel, and will engage in best pest management practices. These are the things that matter when wondering how to choose a pest management company.

Better Business Bureau

We’ve been an A+ member of the BBB since 2009.

This article has been about How To Choose A Pest Management Company.

Without Bees, Our World Would Be In Big Trouble!

We Need Bees To Survive

Pollination

Bees pollinate 70 different types of the 100 crop species that make up most of the world’s food. Food producers rely on pollination, most of which is accomplished by bees as they gather pollen and nectar from flowering plants. Bees are so important for agriculture that it’s common for farmers to have bees shipped hundreds of miles to their farms to pollinate their crops. Please don’t kill the bees. If you see a swarm of bees in the process of relocating or taking a break on your property, Remain calm, remember most bees will not sting you unless you swat at them or threaten them first. Swarming bees are generally not dangerous. Please call Integrity; we can connect you with local beekeepers that will relocate the bees. We know several beekeepers that live in the area, who are willing and eager to remove a swarm of bees, in most cases at no charge to you.

Pollinators Wanted!

Bees

The world needs to be aware of Colony Collapse Disorder. The bees are truly in a state of emergency and require all hands on deck in regard to protection. Some reports state that American has lost as much as 36% of its hives since 2007. From honey to the full out food chain, and pollination, this insect is vital in the American Ecosystem.

Bats

Bats keep us from being over run by insects, fertilize plants, and are a secondary pollinator. Bats serve a great purpose in the ever changing American Ecosystem and even may have  part in the availability of tequila and a potential role in some medications.

Other Pollinators

Other pollinators include pollen wasps, ants, some flies, butterflies, moths, beetles, bird, monkeys, and other not so urban animals.

Are Bees Insects Or Animals?

Bees are flying insects closely related to wasps and ants. The most popular bee is the European Honey Bee. Bees are indispensable due to their role in pollination, producing honey and beeswax.

Mosquitoes Suck!

Assess & Treat

Major Disease Transmitters

Your property could be a breeding ground for thousands of mosquitoes. Call Integrity Pest Management for assessment and control. Mosquitoes are known to transmit Dengue Fever, Malaria, West Nile Virus, Zika virus, “Infectious diseases are spreading geographically much faster than at any time in history” – Margaret Chan, M.D., Director-General, World Health Organization.

10 Steps For Managing & Reducing Mosquito Populations

1. Dispose of cans, old tires, buckets, or other containers that collect and hold water. Do not allow water to accumulate in the saucers of flowerpots, or in bird baths and pet dishes for more than 2 days.

2. Clean debris from rain gutters and remove any standing water around structures, or on. Check around faucets and air conditioner units and repair leaks.

3. Change the water in kiddie pools at least once a week and stock ornamental ponds with top feeding precious minnows. Known as mosquito fish, these minnows are about 1 – 1-1/2 inches in length and can be purchased locally. Ornamental ponds may be treated with “Mosquito Dunks” that can be purchased at many garden stores for homeowner use. Fill or drain puddles and swampy areas, and either remove, drain or fill tree holes and stumps with mortar.

4. Eliminate seepage from cisterns, cesspools, and septic tanks.

5. Eliminate standing water around animal watering troughs. Flush livestock water troughs twice a week.

6. Check for trapped water in tarps being used to cover boats, pools, etc. Arrange the tarp to drain the water.

7. Check around construction sites or do-it-yourself improvements to ensure that proper back filling and grading prevent drainage problems.

8. Irrigate lawns and gardens carefully to prevent water from standing for several days.

9. If drainage ditches do not flow and contain stagnant water for one week or longer, they can produce large numbers of mosquitoes. Report such conditions to County Mosquito Abatement or Health Department.

10. Do not attempt to clear these ditches because they may be protected by wetland regulations. Mosquitoes are flying insects, so we can’t keep them from invading our community, but we can treat lawns and landing zones to help protect your family from these disease spreading bloodsuckers. For mosquito control give us a call

(918) 245-PEST or (918) 224-BUGS. Having problems with a different pest? Check us out here. Mosquitoes suck! but you can out smart them! Help Me With Mosquitoes!!!

Commercial Buildings Pest Control and Extermination

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Commercial – Preventive Pest Control

Preventive pest control from Integrity is a key ingredient for maintaining the health, appearance and atmosphere of your commercial buildings and businesses.

Office buildings, strip malls, retail stores, multi-use buildings, recreation centers, gyms and other commercial properties have to be especially mindful of their image. The constant stream of visitors in and out of commercial properties provides pests the opportunity to enter a building.

Once inside, pests can rapidly become a building-wide problem. Year-round prevention and quick action with retail and office building pest extermination services is the most efficient solution.

Control Pest Infestations in Office Buildings Almost any type of pest will move into a commercial property, but some are more common than others.

Common Commercial Property Bug Problems

Gnats, flies, cockroaches and mice are frequent problems. While less common, bedbugs can also find their way into offices. Retail properties and offices may seem like a dull spot for pests, but there are a surprising number of places for pests to thrive inside the average commercial property. Integrity will inspect and treat common the areas of concern, including:

Break rooms • Restrooms • Entryways • Hallways • Storage areas • Parking garages • Exterior doors and loading areas • Outdoor garbage receptacles

With years of professional experience behind us, we are confident that we will be able to keep your building free of pests. View our Services page for more information. Integrity Commercial Buildings Pest Control and Extermination.

Our B.I.T.E System – Commercial Buildings Pest Control and Extermination

It is nearly impossible for a DIY pest management program to be classified as GPM. Green Pest Management requires the guidance and knowledge of a pest professional that understands bugs, rodents, life cycles, pest volumes, and other insect-ecosystem interactions that are not well known. This web of relationships makes it very difficult for a DIY to use GPM. We would only aim to encourage anyone that is attempting to take on such a responsibility. Here is our 5 step approach to GPM.

BEST PRACTICES

Pest Control for Landlords and Property Managers

Property Managers & Rental Property

Pest Prevention For Property Managers & Homeowners

Providing a safe and pest-free environment is one of the many responsibilities of the property manager. Integrity Pest Management offers preventive services when a pest problem is suspected as well as remediation for any pest problem reported by occupants.

Bug-Free Facility Equals Happy Customers

This includes parking lots, restrooms, office space and stock rooms. Integrity Pest Management can reduce the negative impact on productivity with effective IPM methods and our B.I.T.E. techniques of services. See our Services page for more information. Please give us a call. We’re here to help.

Our B.I.T.E System – Pest Control for Landlords and Property Managers

Pest Control for Healthcare Facilities

Healthcare Facilities Commercial Pest Control 

Ground Pests

Flying Pests

Our B.I.T.E System – Pest Control for Healthcare Facilities

BEST PRACTICES

Pest management is a moving target. Pests change and adapt to management techniques. Our technicians are trained through national and state level training courses and are up to date on best practices. We GUARANTEE We will always bring to your house & business the best practices in the industry.

Our aim is to be the leader in technology, science, and the art of pest control, while maintaining integrity to home, family, and the environment. Those best practices include best practices in regard to extermination, best practices with clients, and best practices with protecting families, citizens, other insects, and ecosystems.

INSPECT & LEARN PREMISES

In this process our technicians are looking for the pest or evidence of the pest. The potential ecosystem, environment factors, and unique plants, shades, water sources and food sources that exist. When looking at the turf and ornamentals, we’re looking for stress & damage. This process includes identification of damage, the pest, & frass produced by the pest.

Sometimes it’s a game of timing. Catching them in the act makes the monitoring process much more precise. Other devices and tools aid us in identifying the pest when the timing is off. And recording and record-keeping is critical. We document what, when, where so that we can monitor next year or when similar conditions are met some time in the future.

TARGET PEST

There are thresholds that must be considered when making a decision to treat such as: damage threshold, insect abundance threshold, and even an aesthetic threshold. Basically, at what threshold of damage to plants, trees, and property or amount of insect infestation is beyond an acceptable level and runs the risk of causing irreversible damage.

Defining damage thresholds, diagnosing, & treating ornamental ecosystem injury bears an additional level of complexity in urban landscapes as aesthetic value can be lost very quickly with even a small insect population.

ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY

The questions that must be asked after treatment strategy is initiated. How well did that management strategy work? How was the environment affected and responding? Have we affected insect that were outside the treatment scope? Through continued evaluation the approach to pest treatment is altered if needed. All of these questions must be evaluated in the process of treatment: Are pests dying? Is there still a presence of beneficial pests? Are there fewer pests? Are plants healthier? Is our current approach yielding better results than previous treatments?

Managing pests in homes & landscapes is complex, difficult, and dynamic. There are many connected pieces in these ecosystems that must be monitored and managed. Our responsibility to be environmentally conscious by evolving our approach and chemical use is a responsibility we bare with great pride. It is our goal to be the best at pest management & extermination and the best at being in front of the curve with environmental responsibility.

Complete Pest Control for Doctor and Dental Offices

Doctor and Dental Offices Pest Control Services