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Chads Pipe Guards, Wasp Control Tech & Rat Proofing | Jason McPhie | Pest Perspectives Ep. 82
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Chads Pipe Guards, Wasp Control Tech & Rat Proofing | Jason McPhie | Pest Perspectives Ep. 82

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Tonight's Episode

Pest Perspectives Podcast Episode 82 welcomes Jason McPhie for a wide-ranging conversation about pest control products, innovation and what pest professionals are seeing out in the field.

One of the big topics is Chads Pipe Guards, a pest-proofing product designed to help prevent rats and mice using drainpipes as an access route into buildings.


Shaun and Jason discuss the thinking behind the product, where pipe proofing fits into modern pest management and why stopping pest ingress can be just as important as controlling an existing infestation.


We also look back at this year's wasp season and talk about some of the equipment changing how pest professionals approach wasp and hornet work, including the TLK35 Electric Pump Handle for the DR5 Duster and the Vespikill E-Duster.Plus, Shaun and Jason get into rat control, proofing, pest-control equipment, product development and the realities of working in professional pest management.


In Episode 82:Chads Pipe Guards and pest-proofing Preventing rats and mice using drainpipes* Jason's experience developing a pest-control product.

The 2026 wasp season,TLK35 Electric Pump Handle for the DR5 Duster,Vespikill E-Duster,Wasp and hornet treatments,Rat control and rodent proofing, Pest-control tools and innovation,General pest-control conversation from two people working in the industry


🎙️ Hosted by Shaun Muller🎧 Guest: Jason McPhie📺 Pest Perspectives Podcast – Episode 82 Pest Perspectives brings together pest professionals, manufacturers, innovators and specialists for open conversations about the professional pest-management industry.


The views and opinions expressed by Shaun Muller on Pest Perspectives are his own personal views and do not represent the views or opinions of the NPTA.

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Key Takeaways

  • Chads Pipe Guards is a pest-proofing product designed to prevent rats and mice from using drainpipes as access routes into buildings.
  • The episode discusses how pest-proofing and preventing pest ingress is as important as controlling existing infestations in modern pest management.
  • New wasp control equipment including the TLK35 Electric Pump Handle for the DR5 Duster and the Vespikill E-Duster are changing how pest professionals approach wasp and hornet work.
  • The conversation covers rat control, rodent proofing, pest-control tools, and product innovation from industry professionals.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chads Pipe Guards?

A pest-proofing product designed to help prevent rats and mice from using drainpipes as an access route into buildings.

Who is the guest on Episode 82?

Jason McPhie, who discusses pest control products, innovation, and field experiences with host Shaun Muller.

What new wasp control equipment is discussed?

The TLK35 Electric Pump Handle for the DR5 Duster and the Vespikill E-Duster are mentioned as equipment changing how pest professionals approach wasp and hornet work.

What main topics are covered in this episode?

Chads Pipe Guards, pest-proofing, wasp season, wasp and hornet treatment equipment, rat control, rodent proofing, and pest-control innovation.