Do I Really Need Pest Control Software?

There’s one question that we hear fairly often, “Do I really need pest control software?” And trust us, we get it. You’ve been running your pest control business for years, sometimes decades with little to no software. You’re the expert! However, it’s extremely easy to fall into the trap of doing things the way they’ve always been done. As they say, complacency costs more than fearlessness.

Demand for pest control services continues to grow each year and the industry is on track to generate 13 billion in revenue by 2020. With increasing competition and profits at stake, can you really afford to not reevaluate the way you run your business?

Think about your daily routine, do any of the statements below describe it? If so, then it’s time to consider implementing pest control software into your business.

You’re tired of dealing with endless paperwork. From proposals to billing, there’s a seemingly endless stream of paperwork in the pest industry. Going paperless saves you a headache in the office and can lead to more sales.

You’re juggling multiple software solutions. Chances are you’re using one or more software solutions to run your business. The time has come to streamline your operations with a pest control software that runs every aspect of your business from marketing to sales and beyond. Managing your whole business from just one login increases efficiency in the office and out in the field.

The right software solution can manage:

• Material Tracking
• Service Notifications
• GPS Tracking
• Termite and IPM
• Scheduling
• Reporting
• Billing
• Accounting
• Route Planning
• Business Forms
• Lead Management
• Proposals
• Marketing
• And more!

You want to improve communication between the field and office. You want your business to run like a well oiled machine, so why allow strained communications between your techs in the field and your home office? Last minute additions and changes to a tech’s schedule should be communicated in an efficient manner, saving everyone time and hassle.

You want to increase profits. A streamlined sales process leads to increased growth and profitability. Having all of your sales information in one centralized location keeps your team organized and makes the sales process much smoother. Pest control software makes winning new clients and retaining your current client base easier than ever.

You want to enhance the customer experience. A happy customer is a returning customer and one more likely to sing your praises to family and friends. Pest control software can help you deliver a 5-star experience to every customer. A variety of features, including an easy-to-use Customer Portal provide your customers with the ability to pay bills, schedule service and view account information.

Now that you know how pest control software can improve your business, it’s time to find the right solution! Click below to download our Pest Control Software Buyer’s Guide to get started.