In these cold winter months, pests are looking for a warm place to stay. This is why you need qualified pest professionals that can help protect your home from unwanted guests. In this blog post, we will discuss the key points and things to look for when trying to find qualified pest professionals to handle your pest control needs during the winter season and into the new year!
Selecting Competent and Qualified Pest Professionals
The first thing that you should know when it comes to pest control is that you as a homeowner, landlord, or renter can combat pests through a combination of preventative measures. These measures include thourough cleaning, proper home maintenance practices, and having a team of qualified pest professionals complete quarterly services.
And when you are trying to decide on a pest control company you should make the decsicion just like you would with any other company providing you with a service- based on their quality and value. While cost is something that is important to pay attention too as well, it should not be the deciding factor, you also need to make sure the company you are choosing is competent too. If your pest control company uses the wrong materials or the incorrect treatment your home can be damaged or it can have a serious impact on your health. So when it comes to choosing a team of qualified pest professionals there are a few things for you to take into consideration.
Ask Questions
- Do you have any references?
This is extremely important because previous customers and clients aren’t satisfied with their services then they are not the company you should go with. Take the time to contact several different people or read reviews from various sites to find out about other customers experiences.
- How long have you been in business?
You want to work with a pest control company that has experience and can provide you with qualified pest professionals. Finding out how long a firm has been in operation and whether it is new or is well established can be an important factor. The longer a company has been in business the more experience they have with pests that can be found in and around your home.
- Will the person completing these services be a certified and licensed technician?
One of the biggest components of being considered a qualified pest proffesional is their certification. However, it is important to know that not all qualified pest professionals are licensed, but they should be certified by the state.
- Do you have a copy of your pest control license and information on the products and techniques that you use to carry out these services?
Qualified pest professionals should be able to answer each and everyone of your questions about their license and pest control practices. Do they use chemicals, if so what chemicals? Do they use integrated pest management solution? All of these questions are important for you to ask and take into consideration while choosing your team of pest pro’s.
Do Your Homework
Typically when people decide they are in need of pest control services they want the problem handled immediately. But most pest problems can wait a few days so it is important to take your time and do your homework. Take the time to recieve quotes from a few different companies and ask questions like the ones we mentioned before!
Qualified Pest Professionals will NOT...
There are quite a few things that a team of qualified pest professionals will just not do. So it is important for you to beware of companies that:
- Claim to have material left over from a job that has been completed and offer a reduced price for immediate treatment
- Do not have a telephone number that is listed or in service
- Arrive at your home unexpectedly to show you different insects that they have found in your neighborhood as evidence as why you need treatment
- Quote a per-gallon price
- Try to pressure you into signing a contract right away because your home is not structurally sound and may collapse at any minute if untreated
- Claim to have a secret formula for all of your pest control needs
- Sell their services door to door (if this happens ask for their credentials and identification)
- Want to complete your pest control services as part of an add on to general home repair or tree trimming
- Claim to be endorsed by a government agency
Other Things to Consider
Something else to take into consideration when trying to determine the most qualified pest professionals in your area is whether or not they offer quarterly pest control service contracts. As well as what is included in these contracts. Qalilfied pest professionals will have service contracts that include periodic inspections and treatments as necessary.
Something else to take into consideration when trying to determine the most qualified pest professionals in your area is whether or not they offer quarterly pest control service contracts. As well as what is included in these contracts. Qalilfied pest professionals will have service contracts that include periodic inspections and treatments as necessary.
- Removing all household pets from the area being treatment
- If you have an aquarium it should be removed from the area or covered with heavy plastic and the air pump turned off
- Make sure to not allow children or pests to enter into the treated areas until you have been given the go ahead by the team of qualified pest professionals
Doing these things will help to ensure you, your family and your pets are safe and that your pest control services are carried out fully and correctly.
Let our Team of Qualified Pest Professionals Handle your Pest Control Needs!
There are many qualified pest professionals out there, however our team at Sigma Pest Control is the premiere choice for all of your pest control needs with this winter season and into the new year! Contact us today for a free quote and for more information on how our team of qualified pest professionals can help!