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February 10, 2021 04:54 ET | Source: ReportLinker

New York, Feb. 10, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Reportlinker.com announces the release of the report "U.S. Structural Pest Control Market - Industry Outlook and Forecast 2021-2026" - https://www.reportlinker.com/p06021772/?utm_source=GNW

The U.S. structural pest control market share is highly affected owing to the frequent outbreak of infectious diseases. Since the rapid spread of COVID-19 in the US, maintaining health and hygiene for personal wellness has gained momentum. As the disease is highly contagious, it has become crucial for residential, commercial, and industrial places to maintain the highest standards of hygiene to ensure public and employee safety. There is an increased demand for pest control services from medical centers, public offices, educational institutions, hotels, and restaurants. Another important factor contributing to the growth of the market in the US is the introduction of digital and smart pest control technology. Although the penetration of digital technology is currently low, it is expected to gain momentum soon with the growth in the U.S. structural pest control market.

The following factors are likely to contribute to the growth of the U.S. structural pest control market during the forecast period: Continuous Outbreak of Diseases Demand for Digital Pest Control Methods Increase in Pest Intolerance Demand for Vector Control Services

The study considers the present scenario of the U.S. structural pest control market and its market dynamics for the period 2020?2026. It covers a detailed overview of several market growth enablers, restraints, and trends. The report offers both the demand and supply aspects of the market. It profiles and examines leading companies and other prominent ones operating in the market.

U.S. Structural Pest Control Market Segmentation The U.S. structural pest control market research report includes a detailed segmentation by type, method, application, geography. High affordability of general pest control services is one of the major factors influencing the growth of the segment. The growing incidence of pest infestation has increased the demand for these services. General pest control services are largely based on the usage of low-toxic chemicals and mechanical devices, which help to reduce the growth of ants, mosquitoes, and rodents. Rodent elimination services are observing a spike among consumers as rodents alone are responsible for several disorders, including gastric diseases. Connected devices and remote monitoring systems for rodents are opening opportunities for services and customers.

Easy availability and high cost-effectiveness are the major reasons responsible for the high adoption of chemical and mechanical methods. The spread of the COVID-19 virus across the US has driven service providers to opt for chemicals that are effective against coronavirus. Owing to the high efficiency, vendors are focusing on developing effective chemicals with the fusion of ethyl alcohol. Chemical methods are more popular than mechanical ones as they are highly effective in insect extermination and are less complicated. They are highly preferred in commercial and industrial industries, especially in workplaces, hospitals, and manufacturing units because this application method is efficient for large rooms and preventive facilities.

The demand for pest control services from the residential sector is projected to be high in the US during the forecast period. In the industrial sector, a majority of industries have been negatively affected by the COVID-19 outbreak in the country, and hence pest control services are expected to decline for the short term, particularly in the logistics industry. In the commercial sector, office spaces, coworking spaces, and travel and hospitality shut down, and hence the overall services were impacted during Q1 & Q2 2020. However, with the reopening of commercial and industrial activities in the country, the market is expected to revive soon, bringing opportunities for vendors in the US. Residential-sector plague infestation is increasing, especially in high-density areas such as metropolitan cities, where population mobility is currently high.

Type General Pest Control o Rodent o Insect o Others Termite Control Others Method Chemical Mechanical Other Methods Application Residential Sector Commercial Sector o Corporate Office Spaces o Hospitality o Hospitals o Educational Centers o Retail Outlets o Shopping Malls o Gym and Fitness Centers o Government Offices o Others Industrial Sector o Food o Pharma o Logistics o Warehouse o Logistics o Manufacturing Units o Others Other Sectors

INSIGHTS BY GEOGRAPHY The non-availability of hygiene maintenance systems such as vacuum systems in a majority of houses in Maine, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland is increasing adoption of pest control services in the Northeast region. The region also hosts several skyscrapers, especially in New York, that is likely to drive the demand for these services. The overall market dynamics for structural pest control services remain supportive and are likely to witness a ramp-up in demand. New York is one of the high potential cities for pest control firms.

Geography US o Northeast o Midwest o West o South

INSIGHTS BY VENDORS Rollins, Terminix, Ecolab, Anticimex, and Rentokil are the major pest control companies in the US. The U.S. structural pest control market is extremely competitive, therefore an approach to acquire well-established, leading firms, is often adopted to expand in the market. The market, on the whole, is growing steadily due to the rise of the bed bug infestation in the US, with an annual growth projection of bed bugs at around 2.9%. As part of the inorganic growth policy, vendors are engaging in M&As to extend their reach to other states and increase their revenue and profit margins. These inorganic projects supplement vendors organic growth strategies and thus provide access to a broader client base.

Prominent Vendors Anticimex Ecolab Massey Services Inc. Rentokil Rollins Terminix Truly Nolen

Other Prominent Vendors Arrow Exterminators Cooks Pest Control Dodson Pest Control Eastern Termite & Pest Control Hulett Environmental Services Ehrlich Lindsey Pest Services Rose Pest Solutions ABC Home & Commercial Services Abell Pest Control Home Paramount Plunketts Pest Control Cleggs Pest Solutions Excel Pest Solutions US Pest Protection Assured Environments

KEY QUESTIONS ANSWERED 1. What is the future outlook and growth projections of the U.S. structural pest control market? 2. What are the upcoming trends for the pest control market? 3. Which are the largest companies in the structural pest control industry in the US? 4. What segments are expected to account for the highest pest control service market share during the forecast period? 5. What is the impact of COVID-19 on the U.S. structural pest control market? Read the full report: https://www.reportlinker.com/p06021772/?utm_source=GNW

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The US structural pest control market by revenue is expected to grow at a CAGR of over 5% during the period 20212026 - GlobeNewswire

ATLANTIC CITY The view from John Dismans fifth-story one-bedroom apartment is picturesque, offering unobstructed sight lines of Brighton Park, the Boardwalk and the ocean.

In almost any other shore town, a beach-block rental would be about as close to living in paradise as one could get.

And yet Disman lives with black mold, roaches and bed bugs, heat that only works for part of the day, paid cable service that is not turned on, and a building where outside foot traffic often includes sex workers and drug dealers.

ATLANTIC CITY New regulations for short-term rental properties were adopted by City Counci

I just want some help, said Disman, a 65-year-old disabled union worker who lives alone. Im a sick man, and Im just trying to deal with it.

Attempts to get that help from the building manager, city officials or a low-income housing representative have not yielded results, he said.

A call to Dismans building manager seeking comment was not returned.

In a city where renters far outnumber homeowners and many are either senior citizens, disabled or low-income, Dismans experience is far from unique.

From the Boardwalk and beach blocks, to Back Maryland and the Westside, Atlantic City renters say they are being subjected to inhumane living conditions and targeted for retribution when they seek help.

At a recent City Council meeting, Stuart Sockol, a resident of The Ocean at 101 Boardwalk, characterized his building as a disaster, noting two fires and a flood in the past year. The building, an assisted living complex that houses more than 300 people, has been the subject of complaints in the past.

ATLANTIC CITY City Council wants state lawmakers to amend a bill regulating sober living h

Many people may die, unnecessarily, if conditions do not improve, Sockol told the governing body. Basic human needs are not provided for, or they are ignored for months. ... The owners criminal neglect of the laws governing their business and the neglect of our rights as tenants and human beings is beyond my explanation.

No one responded to a message left with the management office at 101 Boardwalk.

Some city officials, disturbed by the number of constituent calls regarding rental units, have recently started holding community meetings to inform residents of their rights, offer assistance where possible and encourage those with serious health, civil rights and discriminatory concerns to speak up. They have heard stories about excess mold, pest and rodent infestation, unannounced and intrusive in-home visits, harassing notices and revocation of resident amenities.

ATLANTIC CITY State lawmakers on Wednesday heard from advocates, community leaders and exp

We are not going to allow (landlords and building managers) to push you around, 2nd Ward Councilwoman LaToya Dunston told nearly 50 residents during a meeting in January. You have rights, and we want you to be empowered.

At-large Councilman Moisse Delgado said all too often, landlords and operators of subsidized and low-income housing act as though residents are less than, because of the assistance they receive.

Dunston and Delgado said they will continue to hold meetings and put pressure on those responsible until conditions improve.

We are hoping for remedies, Delgado said at one of the public meetings. We dont want anyone to be displaced.

But fear of retribution stops many residents from being vocal or filing complaints.

ATLANTIC CITY The Casino Reinvestment Development Authority adopted its vacant rooming hou

A lot of people are scared, so they dont come forward, said one woman, whom The Press of Atlantic City chose not to identify, at a housing meeting Thursday night at the All Wars Memorial Building.

Sandra Robinson, a resident of the Shore Park Hi Rise on Virginia Avenue, spoke at a recent state Assembly Housing Committee hearing at Stockton University, where she told lawmakers that tenants need help because when they attempt to bring concerns about poor living conditions to their landlords, they are targeted for harassment and eviction. She said when issues with insects and pests or questions about unannounced changes to monthly rent are broached, tenants face retaliation. Since so many of them cannot afford to legally defend themselves, they are often forced from their homes.

All I want is to live in conditions that are feasible and are humane, Robinson said. And yet, when I ask questions about living in these conditions where Im at, Im being (labeled) as a threat.

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Are you concerned about getting a bed bug infestation in your Maryland home? We understand why. Bed bugs are disturbing pests. There is something unsettling about bugs that wait for you to go to sleep and then come out to feed on you while you're unconscious and defenseless. But that isn't where they're creepiness ends. Bed bugs have a preference for human blood. You're not just one of many warm-blooded mammals to feed on; you are the preferred meal choice. Bed bugs prefer human blood so much, they have chosen to dwell with us almost exclusively since the dawn of human history. This makes them frustrating to prevent. Why? Because they don't come into your Maryland home in a way that is preventablelike most other pests do. You can't invest in a residential pest control program for the exterior of your home and call it a day. Bed bugs hitchhike into your home, bypassing any exterior pest control barrier you have in place. This requires a different kind of pest prevention. Here's what you need to know.

Would you know a bed bug if you saw one? You might not. When bed bugs first hatch, they don't look like adult bed bugs. They aren't a rusty brown color, they're pale or tan in coloration. This is what stage they're likely to be in when you see them because immature nymphs can feed any time of day. Adult bed bugs prefer to wait for CO2 levels to climb before they come out to feed, which is usually at night. If you see a pale, mostly transparent insects with six legs and a bright red abdomen feeding on your skin, it is important that you recognize it as a bed bug. Proper identification could prevent you from bringing an infestation home with you.

No matter where you go, always keep an eye out for bed bug warning signs. Bed bugs can be anywhere. They've been found infestating all forms of public transportation, movie theaters, libraries, daycares, schools, police lockups, retail stores, and many more. If they can find people sitting, lounging, or sleeping in a dark room, they can find a blood meal. Look for these signs:

If anyone in your home spends the night somewhere, consider taking these precautions to keep from bringing an infestation home:

When you get home from a trip, run all of your laundry items through a hot dryer cycle for 30 minutes. It is a good idea to put duffle bags, sleeping bags, and other items that won't be damaged, through a 30-minute dryer cycle as well. Your dryer is a powerful weapon in the war on bed bugs. Sustained high temperatures kill bed bugs in all stages of development.

There are two ways to deal with bed bugs when you see them. Your dryer is the first and most powerful tool for killing bed bugs but, when you can't dry an item, you'll need to do something else. If the bed bugs or bed bug eggs are in a place you can directly treat, you can use rubbing alcohol. If they are inside an item, it is a more complicated issue and we suggest that you let a professional treat the specific item.

If you live in Maryland, remember that American Pest is always standing by to assist you with any pest control issue you're dealing with, including bed bugs. We offer comprehensive bed bug treatment options for residents and businesses throughout Maryland and fast relief from these tormenting pests. Reach out to us. We're here to help.

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It is a pleasure to write an article about contemptible blood-sucking scoundrels . . . who are not lawyers.

That is because todays question is Who Is Responsible For Bed Bugs?

Bed Bugs are parasitic insects that feed exclusively on blood. Cimex lectularius, the common Bed Bug, is the best known as it prefers to feed on human blood. When it does, it leaves behind itchy bites and welts as well as an overwhelming desire for revenge.

So, from whom can bite victims get revenge?

There are actually two legal questions we should discuss: (1) who is responsible for exterminating Bed Bugs and (2) who can be responsible for harm that the Bed Bugs cause to people or property?

Who has the duty to exterminate Bed Bugs depends on where you live. That is, the law varies from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.

Many states and local governments have imposed a duty on landlords to maintain their buildings free of rodents and vermin or, in some cases, specifically to exterminate Bed Bugs. But in some locations, the landlords responsibility to exterminate only arises if more than one unit is infested.

If you have a Bed Bug infestation, before trying to figure out your jurisdictions law on this subject, look at your lease which may make extermination your landlords responsibility. Remember to look for terms such as rodents and vermin as well as just Bed Bugs. If there is no answer in your lease, there may be a local housing or health department that is familiar with local law and can help you. Of course, you can also consult a lawyer who can determine the law in your area and protect your legal rights.

There are a number of legal theories that can be a basis for a legal claim against your landlord for harm done by Bed Bugs.

You can make a premises liability claim. More specifically, you can claim that your landlord was negligent by allowing the condition to exist or by failing to warn you of the danger.

There is also a doctrine in the law called the implied warranty of habitability. Under this doctrine, every residential lease is presumed to include a warranty that the premises are fit for human habitation. If Bed Bug infestation makes your property uninhabitable, you can sue your landlord for damages.

The Maryland Consumer Protection Act also gives a new tenant who moves into an undisclosed bed bug infestation a right to receive damages.

Of course, you have to prove any claim you make to receive a legal remedy. Proof of a Bed Bug problem could include such things as preserving the Bed Bugs themselves, making photos of the infestation and making photos of the bite marks and welts that the Bed Bugs caused.

If there is evidence that the landlord knew of the infestation when you moved in, the landlord could be liable not only for compensatory damages but also for punitive damages.

In May, 2013, an Annapolis jury awarded a 69-year-old woman $800,000, $650,000 of which was punitive damages, for bites, lesions and the resulting scarring she suffered as a result of Bed Bugs that the landlord knew about before she moved in but took no action to eliminate.

If you can prove that your Bed Bug infestation originated from a neighbors premises, you could sue that neighbor under the legal doctrine of private nuisance. Nuisance means that if you use your property in a way that interferes with my right to use my property, you may be liable for damages.

Here, also, you have to prove your claim, and it might be difficult to prove that your Bed Bugs came from your neighbors property. That is, unless the Bed Bugs agree to testify.

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**This article is designed to provide helpful information that can be read within 2 minutes. It is neither a full explanation of this subject nor legal advice. To learn more, and to get legal advice on which you can rely, contact me or another lawyer.

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Australia's government said Monday it was willing to pay "whatever it takes" to help communities recover from deadly wildfires that have ravaged the country.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the government was committing an extra 2 billion Australian dollars ($1.4 billion) toward the recovery effort in addition to the tens of millions of dollars that have already been promised.

"The fires are still burning. And they'll be burning for months to come," Morrison said. "And so that's why I outlined today that this is an initial, an additional, investment of $2 billion. If more is needed and the cost is higher, then more will be provided."

Morrison's announcement of the funds, which will go toward rebuilding towns and infrastructure destroyed by the fires, came as the death toll from the disaster rose with the discovery of a body in a remote part of New South Wales. The body is believed to be that of a 71-year-old man who was last seen on New Year's Eve moving equipment on his property on the state's south coast, police said in a statement. Police found the body on Monday between the property and a car, both of which had been destroyed by fire.

Another person in southern New South Wales was reported missing, New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian said.

Nationwide, at least 25 people have been killed and 2,000 homes destroyed by the blazes, which have so far scorched an area twice the size of the U.S. state of Maryland.

Rain and cooler temperatures on Monday were bringing some relief to communities battling the fires. But the rain was also making it challenging for fire crews to complete strategic burns as they tried to prepare for higher temperatures that have been forecast for later in the week.

Australia's capital, Canberra, had the worst air quality of any major city in the world for much of Monday. The Department of Home Affairs, which is responsible for coordinating the country's response to disasters, told all noncritical staff to stay home because of thick smoke choking the city.

The prime minister said the military was attempting to get food, fuel and water to burned-out communities, and engineers were working to reopen roads and resupply evacuation centers. On Kangaroo Island, a refuge off the coast of South Australia state for some of the country's most endangered creatures, teams had arrived to help euthanize livestock and wild animals injured in the blazes. Hundreds of millions of animals are believed to have died already in the fires across the country.

Heavy smoke, meanwhile, was hampering the navy's efforts to airlift people out of Mallacoota, a coastal town in Victoria cut off for days by fires that forced as many as 4,000 residents and tourists to shelter on beaches over the weekend. Around 300 people were still waiting to be evacuated on Monday.

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