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PEST PROSpectives Podcast Episode 20: Hitchhiker Bugs: Let Them Hop On and You Bring Them Home (or Not!)

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Think pests sneak in through open windows? The ones causing the most stress are often the stowaways you carried inside.

We unpack the world of hitchhiker bugs—bed bugs, German cockroaches, and pantry invaders like Indian meal moths and cigarette beetles—and show how they ride along on luggage, boxes, clothing, and even used appliances.

With real stories from the field and clear, calm guidance, we trace how a single “bargain” purchase or a weekend trip can seed a full-blown infestation.

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Maria Sorrentino

Founder, President, Pest Pros of Michigan

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Maria serves as the President and CEO of Pest Pros and has led a career in several different roles within the pest control industry. She is on a mission to create a better quality of life for people which is reflected in how she does business with her clients and supports her team.