PCT Launched Its 25th Annual Pest Photo Contest
The competition invites industry professionals to showcase their photography skills for a $500 prize.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Photography
PCT has officially opened its 25th annual Best Pest Photo Contest, inviting members of the structural pest control industry to submit their work. The competition rewards top-tier photography with a cash prize for the winning entrant.
Why it matters
This long-running contest highlights the intersection of professional pest management and artistic documentation. It serves as a creative outlet for technicians and industry staff to demonstrate their observation skills in the field.
The competition offers a $500 grand prize to the winner of the 25th annual iteration. Entrants are limited to one photo submission each and must provide accurate pest identification and the location of the shot.
The players
PCT
PCT is the trade publication organizing this long-running industry photography contest.
The details
Participants must work within the structural pest control industry to be eligible for the competition. All submitted images are evaluated based on strict criteria including color, clarity, and overall content.
Timeline
September 30, 2026: Contest officially launched.
December 5, 2026: Deadline for all photo submissions.
Culture Shift
This story follows the established pattern of industry-specific professional trade competitions that use peer-recognition contests to drive community engagement. It reflects a wider cultural trend of professional sectors leveraging niche skills like photography to bolster field interest and morale.
For industry professionals in Cleveland, the contest presents an opportunity to gain recognition and a $500 cash award for their technical photography work. Interested participants must ensure their single entry includes precise identification data and location details before the December deadline.
The takeaway
Engaging in professional hobby competitions can help sharpen observational skills and industry visibility for pest control workers. Interested participants should carefully review their portfolio to select their single best image that emphasizes clarity and accurate subject identification.
What happens next
The contest will conclude on December 5, 2026, at which point judges will begin the selection process for the winning photographer.
Further reading
Explore more visual entries and industry updates in the Photography section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Pest Control Technology.
