Matt Alexander is the mayor of Dibble, Okla., and the owner of Arrow Pest Management, which is one of our current “Start-up Stories” participants.
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Add-on services: What PMPs can offer or enhance this year
We asked Pest Management Professional’s columnists and editorial advisory board members for some good options for add-on services that PMPs...
PPMA promotes pest management education for National Pest Management Month
The Professional Pest Management Alliance, which serves as the public outreach arm of the National Pest Management Association, recognizes National...
Are you ready for starling season?
The invasive European starling (Sturnus vulgaris) is about to start its yearly invasion of homes throughout North America.
Why culture is crucial to your pest control business
Many business owners believe they have a strong company culture because they promote values like being “family-oriented” or “showing integrity.”...
How to avoid 4 common bookkeeping mistakes
Eddie Wooten shares four common bookkeeping errors for companies in the pest management industry, and how to identify and fix...
Creativity is crucial to catching ‘rogue roof rats’
Dr. Austin Frishman, BCE-Emeritus, explains why PMPs need to get creative when it comes to catching roof rats.
Legislative Day 2025 explored policy priorities
Pest management professionals (PMPs) and partner companies advocated for the pest control industry by meeting with their state representatives on...
Why lawsuit abuse is costly to all
Access to courts for legitimate lawsuits must be preserved, but today’s get-rich-quick lawsuit environment must be stopped. Small business owners...
4 strategies for closing sales with confidence
Sales strategies for pest management professionals (PMPs) should emphasize relationship-building, overcoming objections and showcasing the value of your services. Read...
Soar to new heights: How bird management services can increase revenue
Bird management and other add-on services may provide PMPs a sturdy profit perch.
PPMA’s Termite Awareness Week aims to educate homeowners on termite risks
The Professional Pest Management Alliance's Termite Awareness Week aims to educate homeowners about the hidden threat of termites and the...
NPMA report indicates which cities may see pest surge this spring
The National Pest Management Association’s Public Health Pest Index indicates which U.S. cities that are most at risk for seeing...
Pest industry challenges discussed at the Pest Daily conference
Scarlett Nolen recaps a recent panel discussion about common industry challenges such as leadership, operational efficiency, growth strategies and acquisition...
Latest avian flu reports in Nevada lead to starling removal
Federal and state groups will also begin removing non-native European starling populations in Churchill, Pershing and Lyon counties due to...
Products to maximize your rodent results
Ten industry leaders offer products, predictions and strategies to help pest management professionals detect, treat and prevent rodent infestations.