National Pest Management Month (NPMM) is an annual observance recognized by Chase’s Calendar of Events each April. The Professional Pest Management Alliance (PPMA), the consumer marketing and public outreach arm of the National Pest Management Association (NPMA), encourages the industry to get involved and celebrate. NPMM highlights the professional pest control industry’s commitment to the protection of public health, food and property from the threats posed by pests, a role that has become even more crucial amid the global pandemic. “This special designation has been recognized for more than 40 years, and with professional pest control deemed an essential service amid the COVID-19 pandemic by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for its vital role as a protector of public health, there’s no better time to remind homeowners just how vital these services are,” said Cindy Mannes, PPMA executive director. “The men and women in our industry deserve to be recognized for their tireless work throughout the pandemic to ensure homes and businesses alike receive the essential services they need to remain safe from the dangers associated with an infestation.”