Overview
PestWorld.org is the official Web site of the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), a non-profit organization committed to the protection of public health, food and property. This Web site serves as a comprehensive resource for consumers, media, educators and pest control professionals. From common household pests to do-it-yourself pest control tips, PestWorld.org provides timely information and tools to better serve our visitors’ pest management needs.
Please utilize PestWorld.org as your main resource for information on bugs, rodents, pest control, and the growing professional pest management industry.
History
For 75 years, the National Pest Management Association (NPMA) has represented the interests of its members and the structural pest control industry. Through the efforts of NPMA, the pest control industry is stronger, more professional, and more unified. The NPMA has guided its members and the pest control industry through the creation of verifiable training, the changing technologies used by the industry, and public and media relations. From its beginning in 1933, the NPMA has been a clear, consistently positive voice for the pest control industry, a voice that is respected and listened to.
The major reason for NPMA's growth and success is that its members have the opportunity to network and share ideas. At each meeting, at each workshop, at each regional conference and national meeting and trade show, members talk to each other and share ideas and expertise, learn about new tools and techniques, and discuss the latest pest issues. In sharing, they grow and prosper and are better prepared to serve their customers. The opportunities to network and learn the latest techniques in professional pest control allow our members to provide qualified and knowledgeable services to their customers.
The values which the founders in 1933 shared are still embraced today as membership of NPMA exceeds 4,600 companies from the United States and other countries.
Headquartered in Fairfax, Va., just outside of Washington, D.C., the association today has a professional staff of technical, regulatory, government affairs, education and member services. 2008 marks the 75th anniversary of NPMA and its commitment to the pest management industry.
Find a Pro
If you find signs of a pest infestation consider calling a pest control professional in order to properly and quickly assess and identify your pest problem. By working with a local pest control professional, you can save yourself the time, money and aggravation of trying to treat the infestation yourself.
A pest management professional can help to protect your home and family from insect and rodent threats. Be sure and ask about integrated pest management – a cutting edge pest management technique that requires partnership between homeowners and pest control professionals.
Please use our zip code locator to locate a pest control professional in your area who can assist you in proper identification and treatment of numerous pest problems.