A vast majority of homeowners at some point hire a pest control specialist. Whether you’re looking to tackle an existing infestation or wishing to hire a specialist to take preventative pest maintenance measures, it’s vital that you get the right person in for the job.
When looking for the right pest control company, there are a few important questions that you should ask before determining the right company to resolve your pest-related woes.
“Are You Insured and Licensed?”
This is perhaps the biggest mistake that most people make when hiring pest control. A professional working in the field of pest control will need a license to legally operate.
Keep this in mind when deciding which pest control company to go with. There may be several that come at a cheap price, but are not properly qualified, licensed or insured. Insurance is particularly important because, should anything go wrong, you want to ensure that both you and the company are adequately covered.
“What Is Your Experience?”
Upon confirming that they are licensed and insured, finding the right pest control company entails finding one with suitable experience. There are several reasons why experience matters.
For starters, a pest control service that has the proper experience likely has the skills and knowledge to tackle even the most difficult of pest situations. Getting rid of those pests is more difficult than may first appear. Technicians need to not only know about each pest but precisely what to do about them in a variety of situations. This practical knowledge comes from experience.
Finding a company or specialist that has been around for a while with a positive reputation is always a good bet. This way, you can have the peace of mind of knowing that the job is likely to get done the right way, from the first step to the completion of the process.
“Do You Have Any Reviews or Testimonials?”
Whether it is an end of lease pest control, regular check-up or an infestation situation you have encountered, there is no better way to find out about a company than through the opinions of those who have used their service before. But there is a difference between searching out reviews and merely looking at reviews on a company website.
Third-party reviews on platforms away from a company’s website are the truest and best way to find out about the performance and credibility of a company. There is usually no incentive for reviewers to sugarcoat their review, overall giving you the most reliable experience of what working with that company may be like.
It should go without saying that the better the third-party reviews, the more reputable and trustworthy the company likely is.
“Can You Find the Source?”
When an exterminator comes to your home, you should ask where the source of the infestation is coming from. This will demonstrate the capability of the pest inspector to identify the source of the problem, and also prevent the problem from reoccurring.
There is a chance that an exterminator can’t identify where the pests are coming from. This can be normal if the property is large and there are few indicators. At other times, it may be a sign of inexperience or inability. Getting your pest inspector to articulate their logic and reasoning can help to determine why they are unable to locate the source of the problem. At times, a second opinion may also be helpful or necessary.
Tackle Your Pest Problem The Right Way
There are several helpful questions that you should ask each pest removal professional before hiring them, not just how much they cost.
When it comes to pests in your home, always ensure that the problem is dealt with as soon as possible. By hiring the right qualified professional removal service early on, you can have peace of mind in knowing that the issue was addressed before getting worse – and that it won’t come back.
For comprehensive and qualified pest control in Glen Waverly, look no further than Positive Pest Solutions. Give us a call to discuss your pest problem today and we will be happy to answer all your questions and provide a working solution!
