When searching for a quality pest control company make sure to do your homework. A treatment by an under qualified or dodgy company could result in your pests reappearing after a week or two or even unbelievably make your pest problem worse! So before you hand over your hard earned cash here is a few questions that are worth asking.
What kind of experience do you have? When you are looking to get a great pest control company, remember that often different companies have different specialities. If you have a problem with subterranean termites, what kind of experience do they have with that kind of pest?
What organizations are you a member of? Most professional exterminators belong to some sort of regulating or professional organization, something that makes certain that they're certified to use techniques and behave by a professional code of conduct. The most common one is the National Pest Management Association. Similarly, check for complaints with your local Consumer Commission or Better Business Bureau.
How dangerous is this going to be to my children/pets? If there is anything in your home that has a weaker immune system than an adult human, this is something that you need to look in to. If you find that some of the sprays that they are planning to use might be a little risky, ask from some alternatives (gels etc.), or go elsewhere.
Can you provide references? Ask to talk to some of their most recent customers (ones from the last three months or so) and see if they have current testimonials. In general, nobody will go out of their way to say that a pest control company does an excellent job, but it doesn't take much for one to get a negative reputation.
Can I have it in writing? When the company that you are considering does an inspection, they should be willing to give you a piece of paper that tells you were the problems and infections are occurring. This will let you cross-check with another service to make sure that you are getting good information.
Are they pushy? Any pest control service that's trying a pushy or hard sell is a dead giveaway. Nothing, short of absolutely dire circumstances, should require an immediate decision. For most pest control problems, getting everything settled in a week or even two is more than sufficient. Any pest control company trying to get you to jump quickly on a deal is probably trying to get you to overlook something, or to scare you into paying more.
Have I called the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (or Better Business Bureau in the US)? If you suspect that a pest control company is not everything that it says it is, check with the ACCC. They will tell you if there have been many complaints against this company or if there have been any problems in the past. They may also be able to put you in touch with a regulatory board that oversees pest control companies in your area specifically.
Proper diligence can save you money and help you get over a nasty pest infestation. Ask the above questions before bringing a pest control company into your home, and do your best to ensure that everything is taken care of sanely and soundly.
What kind of experience do you have? When you are looking to get a great pest control company, remember that often different companies have different specialities. If you have a problem with subterranean termites, what kind of experience do they have with that kind of pest?
What organizations are you a member of? Most professional exterminators belong to some sort of regulating or professional organization, something that makes certain that they're certified to use techniques and behave by a professional code of conduct. The most common one is the National Pest Management Association. Similarly, check for complaints with your local Consumer Commission or Better Business Bureau.
How dangerous is this going to be to my children/pets? If there is anything in your home that has a weaker immune system than an adult human, this is something that you need to look in to. If you find that some of the sprays that they are planning to use might be a little risky, ask from some alternatives (gels etc.), or go elsewhere.
Can you provide references? Ask to talk to some of their most recent customers (ones from the last three months or so) and see if they have current testimonials. In general, nobody will go out of their way to say that a pest control company does an excellent job, but it doesn't take much for one to get a negative reputation.
Can I have it in writing? When the company that you are considering does an inspection, they should be willing to give you a piece of paper that tells you were the problems and infections are occurring. This will let you cross-check with another service to make sure that you are getting good information.
Are they pushy? Any pest control service that's trying a pushy or hard sell is a dead giveaway. Nothing, short of absolutely dire circumstances, should require an immediate decision. For most pest control problems, getting everything settled in a week or even two is more than sufficient. Any pest control company trying to get you to jump quickly on a deal is probably trying to get you to overlook something, or to scare you into paying more.
Have I called the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (or Better Business Bureau in the US)? If you suspect that a pest control company is not everything that it says it is, check with the ACCC. They will tell you if there have been many complaints against this company or if there have been any problems in the past. They may also be able to put you in touch with a regulatory board that oversees pest control companies in your area specifically.
Proper diligence can save you money and help you get over a nasty pest infestation. Ask the above questions before bringing a pest control company into your home, and do your best to ensure that everything is taken care of sanely and soundly.
About the Author:
Author: Darren K. Thompson highlights the importance of quality pest control on his website where you can also read strategies detailing how to handle termite infestations and other annoying pest problems.
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