This is a seasonal ritual at our house. I hear the mice move in with the cool weather and I get out the mousetraps. A tiny bit of peanut butter in the bait cup and they are caught. If I don't get all of them with the trap the rest seem to move on to safer pastures somewhere else after enough of their buddies have been killed.”

I would like to thank your company for making the "perfect" mouse trap. I have tried at least 20 other trap brands and they have all had various degrees of success, but none work as well as yours. My daughter bought me six (6) of your mouse traps for my birthday and after setting all of these traps around two of our properties, I was amazed at the response. Best traps I have found on the market.”
- Duane Schenck

Within thirty minutes or less of placing the Snap-E® Mousetrap, I had a dead mouse. I used some candy a mouse had eaten into as bait. I am ordering six more. These traps work! I have had about twenty of the old wooden ones sitting out around the house for three week and caught NOTHING!”
- Anne Smith

I'm catching mice every night in my greenhouse with these Snap-E® Mousetraps. They are so easy to set that I don't even flinch any more as I reset them - they never snap while they are being set. I've tried lots of different brands of mousetraps and these are far superior to the rest.”
- Mark Parsons

I love being able to catch multiple mice with one setup. This way I can let it sit for a couple days and catch multiples. The Ketch-All® Multiple Catch Mousetrap is the best mousetrap I've found. I'll be buying several more.”
- David Benn

You guys are great! Just a note to say 'Thank You' for the 2 Metal Lid Replacements for our Mousetraps. A great benefit was when I saw 'Proudly' made in America. That is what America is made of and we need to get back on track with showing the world! Great products, made by great people who back up what they produce! Look out mice... 2 traps back in service. Thank you!”
- Janine Hatt

I have set thousands of these traps while running Thoroughspect and have never found a better trap ever. The traps are exactly what a mousetrap should be in that they are fast-reacting, easy to set and release. In addition, they have a visible yellow bar that can be seen in crawl spaces and attics to see if they have been triggered.
- Brian M. Sweig

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Material Costs Are Up — How PMPs Can Protect Their Margins

Rising material and equipment costs are hitting every corner of the pest management industry. From raw materials prices to shipping fees to the everyday consumables required on service routes, PMPs are under more pressure than ever to protect profitability without compromising service quality.

The good news? Small operational adjustments—combined with the right pest control tools—can significantly strengthen your margins over the long term. Here are three practical strategies to help keep costs in check.

1. Tighten Inventory Management to Prevent Costly Surprises

Untracked inventory turns into wasted dollars—especially when materials are expensive. Optimizing what you keep on hand helps reduce over-ordering, shrinkage, and unnecessary purchases.

Smart inventory habits that save money:

Standardize your trap lineup so technicians carry consistent, proven tools rather than purchasing multiple brands that require different parts or replacement cycles.
Forecast seasonally, especially for rodent-heavy months, so you buy in intentional batches at the right time.
Keep durable, reusable traps in rotation to avoid constantly replenishing low-quality alternatives.

Where Kness helps:

Snap-E® and Big Snap-E® rodent traps feature durable polystyrene and steel construction that withstands repeated use and harsh environments—reducing how often PMPs need to restock.
The Pro-Ketch® Multiple Catch Mousetrap is built from quality galvanized steel and designed for long-term service, even in commercial settings.
Kness Protectors shield traps from forklifts, weather, and accidental damage—extending the life of every trap you deploy.

By standardizing the use of traps engineered for longevity, PMPs can reduce inventory turnover and improve cost predictability.

2. Maximize Trap Longevity to Lower Replacement Costs

Even a small improvement in tool lifespan can create meaningful savings across multiple service routes. Investing in traps that withstand rough environments, high-traffic areas, and regular servicing keeps your equipment functional—not in the landfill.

How to extend trap life:

Use protectors in industrial and warehouse settings to prevent loss and damage.
Choose traps that resist corrosion and moisture buildup.
Train techs to properly clean, reset, and relocate traps so they stay in good working condition.

Why Kness traps last longer:

Snap-E® Mousetrap is designed with a robust kill bar and break-resistant base that holds up to repeated resets.
Big Snap-E® Rat Trap offers the same strength on a larger scale for rats and larger rodents.
Pro-Ketch® Multiple-Catch Mousetrap features smooth interior edges and a high-quality mechanical design that keeps working even after years of use.
Kness Protectors prevent costly breakage—especially in warehouses where traps are often crushed by pallets or machinery.

When traps last longer, replacement costs drop and technician efficiency increases.

3. Reduce Waste to Keep Your Routes More Efficient—and More Profitable

Waste isn’t just physical—it’s time, effort, and resources that aren’t delivering full value. Minimizing waste across your operation leads directly to better margins.

Ways PMPs can reduce waste immediately:

Avoid low-quality disposable traps that require constant replacement.
Use standardized bait placements and trap station layouts so techs can complete routes more quickly.
Eliminate placement where low-quality traps regularly fail, forcing return visits.
Choose traps with high catch rates to reduce callbacks and missed captures.

Where Kness traps make a difference:

Snap-E® and Big Snap-E® rodent traps deliver consistent, reliable performance—reducing time wasted on malfunctioning or ineffective traps.
Pro-Ketch® Multiple-Catch Mousetrap captures multiple mice without a trigger to fail, minimizing missed catch opportunities.
Kness Protectors reduce waste from trap damage.

By cutting waste, PMPs reclaim time, reduce costs, and deliver more efficient service to customers.

The Bottom Line: Stronger Tools = Stronger Margins

Material costs may be rising, but PMPs don’t have to accept shrinking profits. With durable, reliable equipment and smarter inventory practices, pest management professionals can maintain performance while protecting their bottom line.

Kness traps are engineered to help you do exactly that—lasting longer, catching more, and minimizing costly waste. Whether you're managing residential routes or servicing high-demand commercial accounts, the right tools make all the difference.