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Modern Pest Services Releases Survey Results of Household Pest Myths and Misconceptions

The company surveyed 1,006 U.S. adults about their experiences, beliefs and misconceptions when it comes to pests in the home.

Massey Services Promotes Kopplow to Regional Manager

In this new role, Kopplow will manage The Villages region in Central Florida.

Pest Pros Pest Solutions Acquires North Valley IPM

With the acquisition of North Valley IPM, the company expands its Northern California footprint.

Pest Index Up 12 Percent YOY in December 2025

The total U.S. Pest Index increased 12 percent year-over-year in December 2025, above the long-term average index growth rate of 10 percent, according to the latest report from William Blair/PCO Bookkeepers & M&A Specialists.

Viking Acquires B.J. Riley Pest Control

Viking Pest Control, an Anticimex company located in Warren, N.J., has acquired B.J. Riley Pest Control, York, Pa. The transaction was completed on Nov. 20 and announced by Cetane Associates.

Truly Nolen Pest Control Promotes Avila, Stark

Oscar Avila was promoted to manager of the company's Naples, Fla., service office, and Eric Stark was promoted to senior operations manager at the company's Tempe and Sun City, Ariz., service offices.

Video: PCT 2026 Best Pest Photo Contest Finalists Slideshow

A look at the top entries submitted to this year's PCT Best Pest Photo Contest.

Hundreds of PMPs Attend NCPMA’s 76th Pest Control Technician's School

The North Carolina Pest Management Association's 76th Pest Control Technician's School was held at the end of January and welcomed hundreds of attendees for four days of continuing education, hands-on training and networking opportunities.

Redd Pest Solutions Announces Leadership Appointments and Promotions

Kolby Krohn, ACE, Chris Mosley, ACE, and Norman Louviere, ACE, PHE, CFPM, were promoted at Redd Pest Solutions and Josh Graham was hired at the company.

Expert Explains Falling Iguana Phenomenon

Towards the end of January, southern Florida experienced a cold snap that caused thousands of iguanas to become cold-stunned, a hibernation-like state.

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Spotted Lanternflies, BMSBs Most Problematic Invasive Pests, Poll Finds

More than half (52%) of those who responded to a recent PCT reader poll said the brown marmorated stink bug was the most problematic invasive pest in their service area this year. Regardless of the species, education and awareness remain top of mind for treating non-native species, PMPs reported.

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