About Us – Local Exterminators Serving Your Community

Protective Pest Management was born from a simple idea: people deserve better pest control. After years of working in the industry, we saw the same pattern: big companies treating customers like numbers, pushing quick fixes instead of real results. We knew we could do better.



So we did. Armed with top-tier training, licenses from the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, and a serious passion for helping people, we launched our company with one goal in mind: to raise the standard of effective pest control across Somerset, Ligonier, Greensburg, Johnstown, and every town in between.

Our Mission: Protect What Matters Most

We’re here to protect what matters most, your home, your business, and your peace of mind. That means showing up when we say we will. That means doing the work carefully, not carelessly. And that means giving you honest advice, clear communication, and pest control that lasts.

Our Values

It’s not just what we do. It’s how we do it, and who we are while we’re doing it.

We show up on time, in clean uniforms, with everything we need to do the job thoroughly. Every technician on our team of experts is trained, licensed, and prepared with the best products available, the same ones we’d use in our own homes. We're meticulous, respectful of your space, and committed to solving the problem the right way, not just the fast way.

We won’t push you to sign up for services you don’t need. No hidden fees, no inflated promises, no pressure tactics. Just honest work, smart pest control, and long-lasting results.

That’s what makes us different, and it’s why your neighbors keep calling us back.

Owner and Lead Tech at Protective Pest Managementck.

Zane Updyke is the hands-on leader at Protective Pest Management - a company he built with a focus on honesty, hard work, and a desire to protect people in his community. Even though he’s only 23, Zane already has more than seven years of experience in pest control. He got his start at 16, learning every part of the job and building a strong work ethic along the way.

Starting his own business was always part of the plan, but what pushed Zane to launch Protective Pest Management was something bigger. He wanted to offer pest control that puts people first, not profits. That mission still guides him every day. His aim is simple: deliver real results, keep pricing fair, and treat every customer with respect.

At Protective Pest Management, we don’t rely on flashy ads or big promises. We rely on results. We offer longer guarantees than most providers, and we put our name on every treatment. If something’s not right, we make it right.



Most pest issues take 3–4 weeks to fully resolve, and we’re with you every step of the way. You’ll never be left wondering what was done or what to expect. We’re licensed, insured, and fully committed to protecting people, pets, and property with local pest control solutions that are safe, low-odor, and proven to work.

• Local & family-run – We live where you live.
• Licensed & insured – Fully certified by the PA Department of Agriculture.
• Longer service guarantees – We stand behind every job.
• Safe for people & pets – No harsh smells or harmful chemicals.
• No pushy sales – Just honest service and real results.
• Clean, respectful, and on time – The kind of pros you’d welcome back.
• Top-rated for carpenter ants & bees – Our specialty.
• Flexible service plans – One-time or recurring, your choice.
• Same-day and next-day availability – When pests can’t wait.
• Thorough, not rushed – We do it right the first time.
• We treat customers like neighbors – Because you are.
  

We’re ready to help you take your space back. From carpenter ants to bedbugs, we handle it all with safe products and professional care. Call now to schedule your visit with Protective Pest Management. Let’s solve the problem before it gets worse.