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Read the 2026 PMP State of the Industry report.
The numbers are in — and pest control is having a very good year
Ninety-one percent of pest management professionals surveyed say they are optimistic about 2026, up six percentage points from last year. Eighty-six percent forecast a revenue increase. Not one single respondent predicted a revenue decline. If you want to know what’s driving that confidence — and how to make sure your company is positioned to share in it — this is the report to read.
Real data from real operators across the country
Pest Management Professional‘s annual State of the Industry report, sponsored by Bell Laboratories, is built on a 31-question survey completed by company owners and presidents from every region of the U.S. The result is one of the most comprehensive snapshots of where the pest control industry stands today and where it’s headed next year — covering revenue projections, top pest species, service offerings, planned purchases, staffing and the obstacles and opportunities PMPs are navigating right now.
What’s climbing, what’s shifting and what to watch
The 2026 report reveals some notable changes from last year. The share of PMPs predicting double-digit revenue growth jumped from 39 percent to 46 percent. WDI/WDO management surged as a top revenue generator, now tied with rodent management. Bird management doubled as a reported profit stream. Insulation services tripled. Bed bug, mosquito, and flea and tick services are all growing fast — and the species rankings hold a few surprises worth knowing before the season heats up.
Peer-tested strategies for retention, purchasing and profitability
Beyond the numbers, the report is filled with candid, field-tested advice from PMPs on keeping customers loyal when budgets tighten, retaining employees in a competitive labor market, smart purchasing in an uncertain economy and turning operational efficiency into a competitive advantage.
Download it now and start 2026 with the clearest possible picture of your industry
Whether you’re benchmarking your own performance, planning your service expansion or simply trying to stay ahead of what’s coming, this report gives you the data and the perspective to make smarter decisions all year long.
