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Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Truly Nolen opens first California franchise

Ryan Harrison opened a Truly Nolen Pest Control franchise in Ventura County, Calif., on Oct. 1, becoming the company’s first franchisee in the state. Truly Nolen also operates corporate locations in San Diego, San Marcos, Palm Desert and Orange in the Golden State.

The Santa Paula Chamber of Commerce, the Ventura Chamber of Commerce and the West Ventura County Business Alliance held a joint ribbon cutting Oct. 9 to celebrate the opening. The event took place in the Pidduck Garden at the Museum of Ventura County’s Agricultural Museum.

Harrison has more than 20 years of pest management experience in agriculture in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties, where he managed operations for several large-scale strawberry businesses. He also ran strawberry nursery operations and did some work with the Ventura County Agricultural Commissioner’s office.

A graduate of California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Harrison earned a degree in agribusiness with a minor in plant protection sciences. He passed the California Pest Control Adviser exam after college and has used his license in production agriculture, focusing on entomology, integrated pest management (IPM) and pesticide laws and regulations.

After more than two decades of working for others, Harrison wanted to be his own boss and began researching pest control franchise opportunities, according to the company’s announcement.

“I looked at other concepts for years and nothing lined up with both the pest control background and the operations background the way this did,” he said.

Harrison said he also chose Truly Nolen because “the brand is respected, it’s a family business, the systems are real, and the company’s 12 Core Values match how I already try to work.”

Outside of work, Harrison spends time with his wife, Meghan, a teacher, and their seven children, who range in age from 8 to 23. He said he spends a lot of time at their youth sports, especially soccer, football and baseball, and he serves on the Santa Paula Little League Board.

Lance Washington, Truly Nolen’s director of domestic franchising, attended the ribbon cutting. He said Harrison completed training earlier this year at the company’s Leadership and Training Center in Tucson, Ariz., and that the company is pleased to welcome him.

“Ryan’s two decades of experiences in pest management, combined with his desire to open in an area tailored to his strengths, make us very excited he chose to open a franchise,” Washington said in the news release. “Being an active member of the Ventura County community and surrounding areas should help him in the years to come.”

About Truly Nolen

Based in Tucson, Ariz., Truly Nolen of America traces its roots to 1938, and to 2006 PMP Hall of Famer Truly Wheatfield Nolen. Nolen’s son, the late Truly David Nolen, founded Truly Nolen of America and Orlando, Fla.-based Truly Nolen International, both of which feature a fleet of yellow “mouse cars” and antique vehicles. Truly Nolen of America is one of the largest family-owned pest control companies in the United States, with more than 80 branch offices in Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, New Mexico and Texas. It also has independently owned and operated franchises in an ever-growing number of territories, including Georgia, Kentucky, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Canada, Puerto Rico and more than 60 countries.

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Sacramento CA

New southwest district manager for Liphatech

Liphatech Inc., a Milwaukee, Wis.-based supplier of intelligent pest control solutions, has hired Gregory Green as its southwest district sales and technical manager. His territory includes Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico and Hawaii.

Green has spent more than 15 years in the pest management industry, working in branch management, sales, service and technical roles. He has led service teams, built long-standing customer relationships and helped pest management professionals solve tough pest problems. He is also a U.S. Navy Veteran.

“Gregory’s extensive industry experience and commitment to helping customers make him a valuable addition to our team,” said Matt Elderbrook, business manager at Liphatech. “His broad technical knowledge and customer-focused approach are a winning combination.”

About Liphatech

With U.S. headquarters based in Milwaukee, Wis., Liphatech is a worldwide manufacturer of pest control products. It is considered to be the developer of three of the industry’s active ingredients: chlorophacinone, bromadiolone and difethialone. The company was founded in France in 1946 to develop anticoagulants for the treatment of heart patients. It developed chlorophacinone in the 1960s and branded it as Rozol, a family of products that includes grain and pelleted products for field and structural use, and a tracking powder for use in and around structures. In the 1970s, Liphatech developed bromadiolone, its original second-generation rodenticide active ingredient.

The innovations continued with the opening of its U.S. facility in 1987. Research there and in Europe resulted in the discovery of difethialone during the late 1980s, with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency registration as an active ingredient in 1995.

Liphatech is part of De Sangosse Group, an international, independent company focused on developing innovative solutions for agriculture, animal health and other markets. Through its businesses around the world, De Sangosse Group combines scientific expertise, entrepreneurial spirit and local market knowledge to support sustainable growth and deliver value to customers.

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Sacramento CA

Monday, November 9, 2026

Rockwell Labs: Expanded label for EcoVia MT

Broaden your control with the newly expanded EcoVia MT label. The research-based botanical insecticide now includes protection against fleas (Siphonaptera) and spotted lanternflies (Lycorma delicatula). Apply concentrate at a low rate of 0.66 fluild ounces per 1,000 square feet for fleas, and 1 fluid ounce per 1,000 square feet for spotted lanternflies. This product, which is exempt from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act, delivers quick knockdown and residual repellency against other pests, including mosquitoes, ticks and flies, with no water setback restrictions and no pyrethroid or neonicotinoid use restrictions. Compatible with compressed air sprayers, mist blowers, and foggers, EcoVia MT is designed to offer exceptional flexibility for green service programs.

About Rockwell Labs

Founded by PMP Hall of Famer Dr. Cisse Spragins (Class of 2018), Rockwell Labs has been a pest control industry mainstay for over 20 years and a longtime proponent of integrated pest management (IPM). Headquartered in North Kansas City, Mo., the Rockwell team is dedicated to producing the best products and solutions for PMPs, including for green service treatments.

RockwellLabs.com/ecovia-mt

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Sacramento CA

Sunday, November 8, 2026

Industry leaders share advice for getting started in pest control

What advice would you give someone starting out in the pest management industry?

“Start by building clear communication skills. Technical knowledge means little if a customer does not trust you. Customers often are stressed, anxious or embarrassed by their pest issues. Explain what you found in plain language, clearly outline your service and explain the steps you will take, as well as what the customer must do. Sometimes it’s more about listening than selling or performing the service.”

– Foster Brusca, The Pest Posse

“Stay curious, ask questions and learn the why, not just the what. Learn from experienced technicians, follow the standard operating procedures (SOPs) and don’t be afraid to make mistakes — own them and learn from them. Every service stop is an opportunity to learn and improve. Focus on doing quality work, solving the root cause, and building the skills and judgment that make you a confident professional.”

– Dr. Mohammed El Damir, BCE, Adam’s Pest Control

“Obviously, the first thing to do is subscribe to Pest Management Professional magazine! After that, become a member of your state association and get involved; don’t just send a check. Attend your state and regional conferences as much as possible. Not only will you learn from knowledgeable speakers, but you also will have access to manufacturers, distributors and other pest management professionals — all valuable partners as you build your business.”

– Doug Foster, Burt’s Termite & Pest Control

“Don’t be afraid to ask questions. There is so much to learn, but it takes time.”

– Eric Scherzinger, Scherzinger Pest Control

“Study. Start with The Truman’s Scientific Guide to Pest Operations and then watch videos from people like The Pest Posse and Pest Cemetery. Marcus Scruggs’ ‘Licensed to Kill’ on Discord is another great platform for newbies to talk about pest control. The more you know, the more confident you will be when dealing with clients.”

– Pete Schopen, RV There Yet Pest Consulting

“Learn everything you can; not just about pests, but about people and business. Get involved in the industry, build relationships with people you can learn from, and never stop being curious. This industry has incredible opportunities if you’re willing to grow with it.”

– Sheri Spencer Bachman, ACE, Pest Control Business Coach

“The name of the game is customer service through continued ‘deliberate practice.’ Mastering any industry in a few days, weeks, or months is impossible. Measurable goals, structured training and constant feedback provide the foundation for future success. Intentionality builds the right behaviors and skills necessary to deliver world-class customer experiences.”

– Dr. Hamilton Allen, BCE, Fox Pest Control

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Sacramento CA

Friday, November 6, 2026

Why so many PMPs are selling today

These days, it seems like pest management professionals (PMPs) are selling their businesses left and right. But why?

The simple answer is that the current market has created an unusually attractive opportunity for owners who have spent years building valuable companies.

Private equity has transformed the pest control landscape. There are now more than 40 private equity firms actively involved in the space, either directly or through pest control platforms and strategic investments. These firms are looking for companies with high earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA), along with profitability, recurring revenue, strong customer retention, solid leadership teams, quality employees and opportunities for continued growth. Professional pest control checks many of those boxes, and it is exactly what investors are looking for.

But the opportunity isn’t limited to private equity. Strategic buyers and larger pest management companies also are actively looking to expand their geographic footprints, add density to existing markets and acquire well-run businesses. The result is a highly competitive environment for quality pest control companies.

A seller’s market

For owners, this creates something that doesn’t happen often: multiple motivated buyers competing for the same business. In the current market, the advantage goes to the sellers of “best-in-class” businesses.

That competition can translate into strong valuations and attractive deal structures. More importantly, it gives owners choices. Rather than simply asking, “Who will buy my company?” owners can ask, “Which buyer is the best fit for my goals, my employees, my customers and my family?”

Timing is also important. Many pest control company owners have spent decades building their businesses. They have endured economic cycles, employee and labor challenges, regulatory changes, competition, and the everyday demands of running a service company. Eventually, there comes a point when the question changes from “How do I continue to build this company?” to “What do I want the next chapter of my life to look like?”

Selling doesn’t necessarily mean walking away, unless you want it to be exactly that. But it also can mean taking some money off the table while continuing to grow with a larger organization.

For many sellers, it’s about realizing that the amount their business is valued at on the market now may not be at the same level five or 10 years from now.

Regardless of the reasons, selling can reduce the stress of running the business while ensuring employees and customers are still taken care of.

Where to start

For owners who have been thinking about selling, however, now is the time to explore the opportunity. You don’t have to commit to a transaction, but it’s good to understand what your company could be worth and what options are available.

As former owners of a pest control company and brokers specializing in the pest control industry, we see firsthand how much work goes into building a successful company. Our job is to help owners understand that value, identify qualified buyers, create competition and negotiate the best possible outcome.

You built your company. You deserve to know what the market would pay for it.

If you’ve been wondering whether this might be the right time to sell, don’t wait until the market tells you. Start the conversation, understand your options and decide from a position of strength.

FACT: Markets change. Interest rates change. Buyer appetites change. Private equity strategies evolve. The extraordinary level of buyer interest we are seeing right now should not be taken for granted.

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Sacramento CA

Protected: Learn from every callback

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Sacramento CA

LabelSDS.com: Mobile App Features

LabelSDS.com, an innovator and leader in digital label and safety data sheet (SDS) books, continues to revolutionize the industry with its user-friendly app. This app can be a go-to tool for pest control companies updating their label and SDS books. Features about the LabelSDS.com app include:

Easy to use! The LabelSDS app is very easy to navigate through, even if you aren’t tech-savvy.
Everyone in your company has access to your labels and SDSs through the app.
Add products to all your employee’s label and SDS books with just one click of a button.
Never miss an updated label or SDS with automatic updates! When a new label or SDS is added, it automatically reflects in your list.
The Label & SDS Revision Flashing Indicator visually notifies you of any updated labels and/or SDSs in your list. The Current Label and Current SDS Buttons will flash if there has been an update in the last 30 days.
The Lock N Load feature gives you access to your company’s labels and SDSs when in remote areas with no cell service or Wi-Fi by letting you download your company’s labels and SDSs onto your device with one click of a button.

Visit LabelSDS.com or call 904-609-0123 for more information.

About LabelSDS.com

LabelSDS.com is a web-based program with more than 20,000 product labels and safety data sheets (SDSs) specific to the pest and turf industries. You can create your own company digital label and SDS “book” with the products your company uses. Easily add and delete products with just the click of a button. Don’t see the product you are looking for? With LabelSDS.com, you can submit a product request, and the team will add the product for you! All your employees can access, download, print, email and text your company’s labels and SDSs from their computer, tablet or smartphone. Best of all, your company’s labels and SDSs update automatically whenever there is a revision. LabelSDS.com is designed to be an easy and affordable way to access and manage your company’s labels and SDSs.

LabelSDS.com

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Sacramento CA