PestShare is pushing the pest control industry into the digital age by linking its services directly with property management software. The company's move aims to replace outdated, paper-heavy processes with a system that property managers and tenants can use without picking up the phone. Justin Clements, a key figure behind the push, argues the entire sector needs a tech overhaul — not just for convenience but for long-term prevention.
The integration approach
Instead of relying on phone calls, emails, or faxes to schedule treatments, PestShare connects its platform to the software that property managers already use to run buildings. The integration lets managers log service requests, track pest activity, and schedule follow-ups from the same dashboard they use for rent and maintenance. For tenants, that means fewer missed appointments and faster response times. The system also generates digital reports, cutting down on paperwork that often gets lost or ignored.
Why property management software matters
Property management software is standard in most apartment complexes and commercial buildings. But pest control providers have been slow to plug into it. Most still operate on a call-and-schedule model that leaves property managers juggling separate logins and phone lines. PestShare’s integration closes that gap. The company says the approach turns a traditionally reactive service into something more streamlined, letting building staff focus on other tasks rather than chasing pest control vendors.
Clements' vision for prevention
Justin Clements has been vocal about the need for the pest control industry to stop treating symptoms and start preventing infestations. He argues that integration with property management software is the key to making that shift. When a property manager can see real-time data on pest sightings and treatment history, they can spot patterns before a problem spreads. Clements believes that moving from reactive sprays to data-driven prevention will save money and reduce pesticide use over time. He’s been pushing for the industry to adopt this model as a standard, not an exception.
Industry adoption so far
PestShare’s integration is live with several property management platforms, though the company hasn’t disclosed specific partners or the number of buildings using the system. The broader pest control market has been slow to change, with many firms sticking to manual booking and paper records. Clements acknowledges the inertia but argues that property managers will increasingly demand the efficiency that digital integration offers. For now, PestShare is betting that a tech-first approach will set it apart from competitors that still operate the old way.
The push for integration comes as the property management industry itself becomes more digitized. Tenants expect online portals for payments and maintenance requests; pest control should be part of that ecosystem. Whether other pest control companies follow PestShare’s lead remains an open question — but the company is already building the infrastructure to make it happen.
