About us

Pests are the bane of many people’s existence. They are not only annoying and downright disgusting (at least most of them are), but many insects and bugs also carry diseases that can leave a lasting effect on your and your loved one’s health. That’s why we started InsectCop – to help you combat pests on your own and without having to spend a fortune.

The history of InsectCop

It all started in the summer of 2014 with our former owner Karen Thompson who, fed up with getting bitten by mosquitoes every time she went outside, decided to do something about it. So she researched and tested many different mosquito control products to rid her backyard of mosquitoes until she found what works.

But once her mosquito problem was under control, she realized that she is not the only one struggling. So in the fall of 2014, InsectCop was born. And what started out as a mosquito control blog has now grown into an authoritative and ever-expanding insect and pest control advice website that covers the best methods of how to get rid of a variety of different pests.

InsectCop now

Although our site might have started as a mosquito control-only blog, recently, we have expanded our range of interests into other pests, too. Right now we cover everything from how to control mosquitoes, ticks, and ants, to how to get rid of spiders, termites, flies, bed bugs, fleas, silverfish, wasps, and moths. But soon, we will be launching into other pest control topics as well.

On InsectCop.net, you will not only find informative articles on all kinds of pests and pest control methods, but you will also see product reviews explaining what exactly each product does and when should you use it.

In each pest category, you will find handy product guides that will let you quickly find the product that is best suited for combating the particular pest problem and then narrow down which of all the products found on the market will be the most efficient for your situation. As well as useful information about the specific pest and how to best get rid of it.

Our success in facts & numbers

As of right now, we have reviewed well over 500 different insect and pest control products, featuring their usages, advantages, and disadvantages in our articles.

Currently, we have over a million yearly readers from all over the world who use our website to find answers to many different questions starting with how to control mosquitoes in their backyards to what are the best ways to keep various insects away from themselves and their pets.

And besides writing for InsectCop, our team of editors also frequently do guest features and interviews for different outlets. You will find the InsectCop name featured on such websites as AccuWeather.com, Reader’s Digest, HealthWay.com, permaculture.co.uk, The Chronicle Herald, askmen.com, ApartmentTherapy.com, realtors.com, USA Today and many more.

Affiliate disclosure

To be fully transparent with you, we are an independently owned and operated review site that receives compensation from the affiliate links on our site. This means that whenever you buy any of the products found on InsectCop we will receive a small commission from qualifying purchases.

We also are a Networx Affiliate. Networx.com helps homeowners connect with licensed and reliable pest control service providers in their local area. And we will receive a small commission for every qualified consumer referral.

It is, however, what allows us to thoroughly and independently research and review the products. As well as what lets us provide the most comprehensive information and our unbiased opinion on each product no matter the product’s manufacturer.

Medical disclaimer

InsectCop was created for informational purposes only. The information found on this site (text, images, infographics, etc.) is not meant to and does not constitute professional medical advice.

We are also therefore not responsible or liable for any advice, diagnosis or other information, products or services that you obtain through this website. And we encourage you to always discuss any and all diagnoses, treatments and general information related to your health or the health of those around you with a healthcare professional before implementing them.

Follow InsectCop

To know all the latest pest control methods and the most efficient ways to fight different insects and bugs, follow us on social media!

And contact us via our contact form for any questions you might have about InsectCop, the products or information featured on our site, or pest control in general.

Meet InsectCop team

Madara Krumholce, M.Poli.Sci. |Digital and Content Marketing Director

Madara is our Digital and Content Marketing Director. Before pursuing her Master’s degree in International Relations and Diplomacy, Madara earned her Bachelor’s in Media Studies and Journalism, learning a lot about creating quality content that would also catch the eye of the desired audience. When not working, Madara spends her time taking long walks, running, and writing.

Justine Jackson-Ricketts, Ph.D. |Writer, Fact Checker

Justine Jackson-Ricketts is a freelance science writer and editor based in Virginia, USA. She received her Ph.D. in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of California Santa Cruz, for which she studied a rare species of dolphin in Thailand. She specializes in the life sciences but is fascinated by all things science and loves to write. She is passionate about education, conservation, and making science accessible to all. Much of her work experience post-graduate school has been writing educational science materials for elementary, middle, and high school students. In her downtime, she can be found playing with her pups, taking photos, hiking, reading, or catching up on her favorite crime dramas.

Kate Latham, B.Sc |Writer

Kate is a freelance copywriter with a BSc (Hons) in Cellular and Molecular Biology from Newcastle University and over two years of experience producing original content for a wide range of blogs and websites. Her expertise in Biology comes from a background in medical research, skills that she today applies to making scientific research accessible to a wider audience. Within the field of biology, her main areas of interest are entomology, genetics, ecology, environmental science, biotechnology, and molecular biology. Besides writing for InsectCop, Kate enjoys traveling to and living in various locations around the globe and is currently settled in the Himalayas of northern India. She also enjoys hiking, reading, creative writing, and juggling.

Yordan Z, M.A. |Writer

Yordan Z has been working as a professional copywriter for 5 years and has written for dozens of clients on hundreds of different topics. Yordan’s freelance career is quickly reaching the point where it’d be easier to count the subjects he hasn’t written on than the ones he has. With a Master’s degree in Creative Writing and a Bachelor’s in Marketing, Yordan brings all his experience and expertise to InsectCop to give you top-notch informative content on everything related to insect pests and how to deal with them. When not writing for InsectCop, Yordan usually spends his time reading, playing the occasional video game or running after his two cats.

Ruta Goba, B.Sc |Director of Content (Formerly)

Ruta is the Director of Content for Insectcop.net with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences and 3 years of experience in developing content strategy for InsectCop and overseeing the writers and editors who create the articles for our site. When she’s not working on InsectCop, Ruta loves traveling and active recreation, two activities that often go hand in hand with insects. Which means that Ruta knows first-hand how annoying pests can be and therefore she’s constantly looking for new ways of combating insects to help others lead pest-free lives.

Kristiana Kripena, B.Soc.Sc |Digital and Content Marketing Director (Formerly)

Kristiana Kripena is the Content and Digital Marketing Director for InsectCop.net. She has a Bachelor’s Degree of Social Sciences in Communication Science and during her studies, she learned to plan and create varied communication projects including multimedia content for websites. Besides doing digital and content marketing for InsectCop.net for the past few years, during which she has learned a lot about different aspects of pest control, Kristiana is working on multiple other ventures. While in her free time she enjoys traveling, spending time with her loved ones and catching up on her favorite shows.