There is nothing worse than finding out
your home or commercial property has been invaded by cockroaches, wasps,
ants, spiders, fleas, termites or any other type of creeping, crawling
or flying bug.
Regardless of the type of insect, the
first instinct for many people is to call the first pest control company
that shows up on Google. While this may be a good company, it may also
be a company that simply is not equipped, trained or experienced to
provide the pest control services you need.
To ensure you are working with the right
company that will identify and eliminate current infestations and help
you prevent future problems, it is recommended that you watch out for
the following most common 3 hiring mistakes when searching for pest
control services:
Not Researching the Company
The popular pest control services are
not always the best. Often, the big companies strive for high volume
pest control and tend to recommend packages that may include services
you do not need.
Additionally, just because the company
name is the first one that comes to mind, it does not mean they are
highly recommended by their previous customers. Be sure to take the time
and read their reviews online, and find out about their approach to
customized pest control services for their customers.
Not Seeing Bait and Switch Sales
Be careful of door-to-door “free
inspections” for bugs and vermin. Great pest control company’s should
provide free inspections, but there is a difference in their
credibility, approach, and experience. In scenarios of door-to-door
“free inspections” it is highly likely that the “inspection” will find a
range of signs that you have multiple pests, but you actually don’t.
These companies are using the bait and switch method, as their goal is
to get into the home on the pretense of a free inspection only to
up-sell you to a full pest control package you do not actually need.
Not Getting a Second Opinion
A quality company providing pest control
services will take the time to show you the results of your inspection
and point out any areas of concern. They will answer any questions and
make recommendations without being pushy or making you feel obligated.
A credible pest control company will
also understand if a customer asks to check with someone else to get a
second opinion. If you trust the company however, and they are providing
clear insight as to any bug problems you may have, this does not always
have to be a necessary step.
Whether you have noticed pests in your
home or want to prevent pest problems that could embarrass your
business, you can rely on Above and Beyond Pest Control for outstanding service.