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07/08/2024

The Killers Pest Control is celebrating 42 years in business. Since its establishment in 1982, The Killers Pest Control has been dedicated to delivering pest management solutions to both commercial and residential clients, the company said.

The Killers Pest Control has been dedicated to delivering exceptional pest management solutions to both commercial and residential clients for more than 40 years.

07/08/2024

Bed bugs have a long history. Here is a collection of fun facts about this bloodsucking pest.

07/08/2024

Cassie Krejci explains how she believes the new Rentokil Terminix Innovation Center will make the company better, and how she envision the center evolving in the future.

Watch the full interview: https://www.pctonline.com/media/rentokil-terminix-innovation-center/

07/05/2024

The Pest Management Foundation announced the addition of the Phil Gregory Scholarship for Young Pest Management Professionals, a new scholarship created to support students who seek to join the pest management industry.

The Phil Gregory Scholarship for Young Pest Management Professionals was created to support students who seek to join the pest management industry.

07/05/2024

U.S. at Increased Risk of Dengue Virus Infections, CDC Reports. In 2024, countries in the Americas have reported a record-breaking number of dengue cases, exceeding the highest number ever recorded in a single year.

In 2024, countries in the Americas have reported a record-breaking number of dengue cases, exceeding the highest number ever recorded in a single year.

07/04/2024

PCT joins with our readers in celebrating our country's independence. We hope everyone enjoys spending time with family and friends. Best wishes for the rest of this summer!

07/03/2024

While only 26 percent of those who responded to a recent PCT poll indicated they use billboard advertising, it can be an important part of a brand-building campaign and help PCOs stand out from the competition.

07/03/2024

Join Allan Draper for the July 11 webinar "From Pests to Profits: 5 Things to Focus on That Impact Your Bottom Line." Register at https://gie-net.zoom.us/webinar/register/7117169956230/WN_clwVxpmYRsCykcQXon8u2g #/registration

07/03/2024

It takes a special type of service professional to perform termite work, which is physically taxing, requires attention to detail, construction knowledge and persistence. Give your company’s standout termite technician the recognition they deserve by nominating them as a PCT/BASF Termite Technician of the Year at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DTK2SX9

07/03/2024

National Pest Management Association's Pest Management Foundation announced the availability of the Phil Gregory Scholarship for Young Pest Management Professionals, a new scholarship to support students who seek to join the pest management industry.

The Phil Gregory Scholarship for Young Pest Management Professionals was created to support students who seek to join the pest management industry.

07/03/2024

New research shows that some ants perform limb amputations on injured comrades to improve their survival chances.

Limb amputations are performed by surgeons when a traumatic injury such as a wound from war or a vehicle accident causes major tissue destruction or in instances of serious infection or disease. But humans are not alone in doing such procedures.

07/02/2024

Arrow Exterminators' acquisition of McKenzie Pest Control, Lake Charles, La., represents its first office in Louisiana.

Acquisition of McKenzie Pest Control, Lake Charles, La., represents Arrow's first office in Louisiana.

07/02/2024

Congratulations to Pest Management Systems Inc (PMi) , whose "Misfits" campaign won a Gold Telly in the category of Local TV-Branding Campaign.

PMi won the television advertising award for its "Misfits" campaign that features animated characters.

07/01/2024

In the following webinar, sponsored by MGK Insect Control Solutions, Dr. Zach Devries, assistant professor of entomology at the University of Kentucky, reviewed bed bug biology and behavior, review known bed bug health effects and discuss potential emerging threats.

June 27 2024 While bed bugs are not known to spread disease, their impact on physical and mental health cannot be understated. Residents with bed bug bites can suffer sleep deprivation and bites that are scratched open have the potential to become infected. Bed bug infestations – whether real or i...

07/01/2024

Your customers are changing. They’re savvier, looking for smoother experiences and have more options. Instead of thinking about customer service, change your perspective to focus on the customer experience.

07/01/2024

Aruza Pest Control Holdings, a portfolio company of Concentric Equity Partners, announced the acquisition of Evergreen Pest Solutions branches in Greenville and Columbia, S.C.

Aruza, a portfolio company of Concentric Equity Partners, announced the acquisition of Evergreen Pest Solutions branches in Greenville and Columbia, S.C.

07/01/2024

Celebrating success at the PCT Top 100 Conference in Nashville, Tennessee! 🎉 Our Owner, Stacy O'Reilly, and President, Aly Silva Mulgrew, proudly accepted the award for Plunkett's Pest Control as the #17 largest pest control firm, alongside PCT's Brad Harbison. Honored to be recognized among the industry's best! 🏆🐜

06/28/2024

At this week's PCT Top 100 event in Nashville, Matthew Bertram, senior consultant, Future Point of View, shared how generative AI works and how PCOs can integrate it into their businesses.

Matthew Bertram, senior consultant, Future Point of View, shared how generative AI works and how PCOs can integrate it into their businesses.

06/28/2024

Jason Walton, founder and CEO of Moxie Pest Control, came up short in his bid to represent Utah in the U.S. Senate. Walton finished fourth in Tuesday’s Utah Republican primary, which was won by Rep. John Curtis (R-Utah), who captured 49 percent of the vote.

06/28/2024

Girl Scouts at Franklin Pest Solutions event were able to interact with Casper, a female barn owl ambassador rescued by Humane Indiana, see beekeepers at work, talk with an entomologist and even a high school student entrepreneur who created an insect inspired card game in high school while continuing on as a Girl Scout through her senior year.

Girl Scouts were able to interact with Casper, a female barn owl ambassador rescued by Humane Indiana, see beekeepers at work, talk with an entomologist and even a high school student entrepreneur who created an insect inspired card game in high school while continuing on as a Girl Scout through her...

06/28/2024

🎉 Proud Moments in Nashville, TN! 🎉

Our ownership team had the honor of attending the PCT Magazine Top 100 Awards in Nashville, and it was an unforgettable experience! We were surrounded by so many peers and industry leaders who have demonstrated incredible growth while remaining true to their core values.

What makes the pest control industry truly unique is our ability to openly share knowledge and experiences, helping each other improve and thrive. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with old friends and make new ones, exchanging ideas and celebrating our collective achievements.

With over 50 of the top 100 companies present to accept their awards, the sense of community and dedication was truly inspiring. We return home filled with inspiration and motivation to keep pushing forward, striving for excellence for our team and our families. The journey continues, and we couldn't be more excited! 🚀🏅

06/28/2024

Greenix Pest Control acquired four Insight Pest Solutions branches based in Wisconsin, Ohio and Indiana.

06/28/2024

The PCT staff capped off our Top 100 event in Nashville with a stop at the recently opened Buc-cee’s in Smiths Grove, (Ken)!!!!

06/27/2024

UC Agriculture & Natural Resources IPM Advisor Eric Middleton used his passion for insects as a motivator to compete in American Ninja Warrior for eight consecutive seasons, qualifying for several semi-final competitions.

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UCANR) IPM Advisor Eric Middleton used his passion for insects as a motivator to compete in American Ninja Warrior for eight consecutive seasons, qualifying for several semi-final competitions.

06/27/2024

Turner Pest Control, an Anticimex company providing pest control services to residential and commercial clients throughout Florida, acquired Regal Termite & Pest Control Services, expanding its central Florida footprint.

Turner Pest Control, founded in 1971, continued its expansion in Central Florida with the acquisition of Regal Termite & Pest Control Services.

06/27/2024

FORSHAW announced the addition of Liz Turner as the new Core Account Manager for the Midwest Region. In this role, Turner will manage sales, client engagement and professional partnerships across several key states in the Midwest.

In this role, Liz Turner will manage sales, client engagement and professional partnerships across several key states in the Midwest.

06/26/2024

George Pilkington, longtime owner of Universal Pest & Termite, Inc. of Virginia Beach, Va., announced he is stepping down and handing over the company to his daughter, Brittany Baine, and her husband, Tanner Baine.

George Pilkington is stepping down and handing over the company to his daughter, Brittany Baine, and her husband, Tanner Baine.

06/26/2024

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Cassie Krejci On the New Rentokil Terminix Innovation Center

Cassie Krejci explains how she believes the new Rentokil Terminix Innovation Center will make the company better, and how she envision the center evolving in the future. Watch the full interview: https://www.pctonline.com/media/rentokil-terminix-innovation-center/

New to the PCT Top 100 List: Adams Exterminating

PCT's Top 100 New to the List: Adams Exterminating Company, ranking No. 99. Congratulations to the Adams team!

Rayner Shared How to Have a Compassionate, Empathetic Approach in Pest Control

WATCH: Suzy Rayner, owner and operator of Valkyrie Pest Solutions, said she's always been passionate about leading with compassion in pest control and treating residents from trauma-informed lenses when dealing with customers living in poverty. "Often pest control is something that is done to them, and it's not really done with them," she said. Watch the full video interview here: https://www.pctonline.com/media/rayner-shared-how-to-have-a-compassionate-empathetic-approach-in-pest-control/

PCT's Top 100 Biggest Movers: Native Pest Management, ranking No. 68, moving 29 spots this year! Congratulations to the Native team!

New to the List: Accel Pest & Termite Control

PCT's Top 100 New to the List: Accel Pest & Termite Control, ranking No. 98. Congratulations to the Accel team!

PCT's Top 100 Biggest Movers: Entomo Brands, ranking No. 22, moving 15 spots this year! Congratulations to the Entomo team!

PCT's Top 100 Biggest Movers: All U Need Pest Control, Inc., ranking No. 63, moving 31 spots this year! Congratulations to the All U Need team!

PCT's Top 100 New to the List: Brooks Pest Control, ranking No. 51. Congratulations to the Brooks team!

PCT's Top 100 Biggest Movers: Alta Pest Control

PCT's Top 100 Biggest Movers: Alta Pest Control, ranking No. 30, moving 26 spots this year! Congratulations to the Alta team!

PCT's Top 100 New to the List: Moxie Pest Control

PCT's Top 100 New to the List: Moxie Pest Control, ranking No. 8. Congratulations to the Moxie team!

NPMA's Women's Forum Highlights

Some highlights from last week's National Pest Management Association Women's Forum in Atlanta! The forum reminded women and men in the pest control industry of the importance of developing leadership and networking opportunities in the industry. Read the full story here: https://www.pctonline.com/news/npmas-womens-forum-encouraged-female-leadership-growth-opportunities-in-pest-control/

Natura Pest Control Shares Successful Hiring Strategies

WATCH: Natura Pest Control Owners Jake Claus and Jana Claus and Eric Bassett said when growing your business and hiring employees, "you want to hire to replace yourself." Watch the full interview: https://www.pctonline.com/media/natura-pest-control-on-the-value-of-sharing-business-advice-best-practices-with-pcos/

LadyBug Pest and Wildlife Educates Customers on Importance of Exclusion for Public Health

WATCH: Jaclyn Ricci, co-owner of The LadyBug Pest and Wildlife Control, Zionsville, Ind., said squirrels and rodents were the No. 1 service call in 2023 and will continue to progress as 25,000 homes are under development in their service area. Watch the full interview here: https://www.pctonline.com/media/ladybug-pest-and-wildlife-educates-customers-on-importance-of-exclusion-for-public-health/

PCT magazine is accepting nominations for Best Places to Work in Pest Control, sponsored by PestPac by WorkWave! Frederico Outdoor Living President Adam Frederico said being on the Best Places to Work list in Lawn & Landscape magazine helped business growth and recruitment, while giving employees the opportunity to share feedback to help continue building company culture. Watch the full video interview and register your company: https://www.pctonline.com/media/best-places-to-work-supports-business-growth-company-culture/

2024 Best Pest Photo Contest

PCT announced Tom Myers, owner of All-Rite Pest Control, Lexington, Ky., as the winner of our 22nd annual Best Pest Photo Contest. Take a look at the 10 photo finalists chosen by our judges. Thank you to everyone who submitted photos! 📸

At PestWorld 2023 in Hawaii, Rian Goins and Noelle Goins, owners of Get Goins Pest Control, Los Angeles, Calif., shared their efforts of giving back to their community with the Keep It Goins Foundation, designed to cover costs of those suffering from a pest infestation in low-income housing or impoverished communities. Watch the full interview here: https://www.pctonline.com/media/get-goins-pest-control-pay-it-forward-with-keep-it-goins-foundation/

Jean-loui Navarro, president of Mega Bee Pest Control, works with PMPs to safely remove beehives and provide education to other pest control companies on keeping bee populations safe and thriving for a well-rounded environment. Navarro talked about why it’s important to properly and safely remove beehives to protect customers and the pollinators, and how PMPs can work hand-in-hand with the agricultural sector for more operational ecosystems. Watch the full interview: https://www.pctonline.com/media/mega-bees-navarro-on-pest-control-agriculture-relationships/

WATCH: Randy McCarty, director of safety at ABC Home & Commercial Services, received the Entomological Society of America's ACE Professional Award at PestWorld in Hawaii. McCarty shared his 41-year journey working for ABC and how he’s used his ESA training to give back by sharing his education and insect knowledge to younger technicians in the field. Watch the full video here: https://www.pctonline.com/media/abcs-mccarty-shares-expertise-as-esa-ace-recipient/

Eve Pappas Honored as Decorated Business Women in New Jersey

Eve Pappas, vice president, business development growth, Hoffman's Exterminating, was recognized during an awards ceremony for her achievements and commitment to the pest control industry as one of NJBIZ Top 50 Women in Business. PCT was invited to attend the awards ceremony and interviewed Pappas on her active role in the communities' where Hoffman's services and inspiring and mentoring women in the pest control industry. Watch the full video interview here: https://www.pctonline.com/media/eve-pappas-honored-as-decorated-business-women-in-new-jersey/

NPMA announced a number of award receipents this morning, like the Emerging Leaders, NPMA Gives Back and the most prestigious award in the industry, the Lifetime Pinnicale Award, given to Sprague Pest Solutions Larry & A.J. Trevelen. This award honors an individual who has contributed not only to the success of the association but to the industry as a whole over a lifetime or career. PCT captured NPMA President Marillian Missiti awarding the brothers for their lifetime achievements.

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Pest Control Technology (PCT) magazine is the founding publication of parent company GIE Media, Inc. (Group Interest Enterprise). Established in 1980, GIE Media, Inc., has grown from one publication into a leading marketing and communications business-to-business media company serving seventeen industries. PCT’s mission is to be the best information source for those involved in the structural pest control industry by providing technical information about commercial, residential and termite accounts; exploring relevant regulatory and legislative issues pertaining to the pest control industry; and providing information about business and marketing strategies needed to successfully run a pest control company.