08 Apr 5 THINGS TO LOOK FOR BEFORE HIRING A PEST CONTROL COMPANY
1. Identify the pest and do some research about how to control it – try to identify the pest and look online for information on managing the problem. Based on this information, determine if management is needed and if it is, whether or not you can safely and effectively address the problem yourself. If toxic chemicals or sophisticated application equipment are required, it is often best to hire a professional.
2. Obtain recommendations from friends and family about pest control services they have used – Find out what types of services the company offers and whether they have the required licenses, registration and certificates Call at least three companies and consider their methods as well as their customer service policy.
3. Ask the company to inspect the site – after the inspection, the pest control company should provide you with a written diagnosis of the problem or an identification of the pest. They should show you where the pest is causing the problem and discuss how they plan to control it. The company should also provide you with details regarding the course of treatment(s), the pesticide to be used—if required, the frequency of inspections and treatment, and an estimate of the cost of implementing the treatment plan.
4. Review the solutions – Consider long-term solutions to the problem and ask questions to ensure that the correct method is chosen.
5. Review the contract – The Company should present information on the identified pest problem, the reasons behind a chosen treatment and the application techniques.
