Pest Control is seen as an immediate action. It is about handling a specific issue, often with a one-time application or treatment, and nothing more. Pest Management is a long-term, more comprehensive, and more educational approach. It addresses the current pest issue, and minimizes or prevents subsequent issues because it focuses on eliminating food, shelter and water. Pest management includes an integrated pest management plan or IPM plan (like our Green Pest Management System), which is a custom action plan designed by the pest control professional for your situation. Pest control and pest management go together, and both are needed to effectively resolve issues as effectively as possible.