Whether you’re just starting out as a pest control professional or have been in the pest control game for a while, you can’t expect to successfully manage pests and satisfy your customers if you don’t have the right tools for the job. In pest control, this means having…
Whether your goals include expanding into new territories or just increasing your revenue to keep things operating smoothly, your pest control business relies on bringing in new customers to flourish. While it remains true that word of mouth is a strong source of leads for field service businesses,…
For business owners, it’s common knowledge that each new generation tends to take a unique new approach to things — and that’s the truth whether you’re discussing your employees or your customer base. While that information may not be groundbreaking on its own, actually knowing how to leverage…
In our recent webinar, Tips for Simplifying Your Small Business, we sat down with industry experts Eric Richmond, owner of Ransford Pest Control; and Tyler Gehauf, owner of Integrated Pest Management, to dive into the tips and tricks that they’ve put into action to out-sell and out-perform their…
Pests might not always be bad — an uncommon opinion because, traditionally, pests are seen as harmful creatures that cause damage to crops and homes. However, there are cases where these so-called pests can actually provide benefits to people and the environment. Moreover, some businesses have realized the…
Dealing with a variety of pests in your home or business can be a frustrating experience. To effectively eliminate and prevent future infestations, pest control companies often rely on a variety of products to deal with pest issues. What do pest control companies use? This blog discusses what…
Pets are extremely common in America. 70% of households own at least one pet, and many pet owners consider these animals part of the family. These people take steps to protect their pets just like other household members. While pests present dangers to humans, they can be even…
As a pest control business owner and pest control expert, you understand the importance of providing effective pest management solutions to your clients while upholding ethical and environmentally friendly practices. One approach that has gained popularity in recent years is humane pest control, prioritizing the safety and well-being…
If you’ve ever found yourself in a battle against pesky pests, then you know just how frustrating it can be to have your personal space invaded by these uninvited guests. Fortunately, several methods are available for pest control, each with unique advantages and disadvantages. Whether you prefer a…
The presence of rodents can be a significant nuisance to businesses and homeowners. As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states, rodents such as mice and rats can spread diseases directly and indirectly to people. That can happen through something as simple as direct handling of…
The leading PCOs recognize that their success depends on their ability to make full use of tools that address every facet of their business to attract, service and maintain customers. Finding one tool that incorporates solutions that span every step of your customer’s journey, from prospecting to payments,…
Roaches can be an enormous problem for many home and business owners in the US — it leads to potential health and sanitary issues if not addressed with urgency. According to the National Center for Healthy Housing (NCHH), roaches can potentially be a huge health hazard to business…
One of the essential principles of pest control is to focus on suppressing the activity of unwanted insects or animals. However, eradication is difficult, especially when dealing with common or endemic species. You may be able to eliminate a pest from your home one year, but it will…
With 40 years in the pest control industry, it isn’t difficult to see that PestPac by WorkWave brings its users the knowledge and experience they need to out-sell-, out-service and out-perform their competition. In fact, PestPac powers over 65% of the businesses named to PCT’s Top 100 list.…
Whether it’s better to have contracts or no contracts for pest control-related business is a question that does not have the most obvious answer. In short, it depends on a few different factors. Primarily the type of client and what kind of services they are seeking. In this…
Pest control companies deal with unwanted guests for home and business owners across the country. From termites and cockroaches to rats and raccoons, pest control businesses keep families and workspaces safe. To flourish in the United States, social media for pest control companies is a must. The traditional…
Brand reputation is the perception the public has of a company consisting of its employees, partners and products or services it provides. Brand-damaging events can come in many different forms, but maybe none are more inconspicuous than those caused by pests. We take it for granted that our…
Keeping flies, bugs, and other pesky insects at bay can be challenging. They reproduce quickly and fly at incredibly high speeds, making it difficult to catch them. Flies are also known to spread diseases like typhoid, cholera, E. coli, food poisoning, and tuberculosis, to mention a few. Most…
Has your pest control company been struggling to reach prospects in dire need of professional spider mite infestation assistance? Use PestPac by WorkWave to transform how you interact with new and existing clients alike. Spring and summer come as a welcome break from the cold winter and wet…
More than 140,000 pest control technicians are employed in the United States today. Even with the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic and all the logistic challenges that followed, pest control technician employment still increased by 2.1 percent in the past four years. In this article, we will answer…