Dangers of Bargain Shopping Pest Control

When it comes to hiring a pest control company price is definitely an important factor, but it should not be your main priority. There are hundreds of pest control applicators in your area luring you in with “affordable” rates for their service, but that is where the real danger lies. Picking a service solely based on price can cost you hundreds if not thousands of dollars in the long run. Here are a few things to look for when hiring a pest control company:
Licensed & Insured
Is the company licensed? Thanks to the internet, checking to see if a company is licensed is easier than ever. The Florida Department of Agriculture offers a free database search, simply click here .
Now that you know your applicators are licensed, are they insured? If an applicator is injured on your property, this could end up costing you more than you saved. Hiring the best pest control company that is fully insured protects you from lawsuits arising out of technician errors, but it also prevents you from suffering financially should the technician damage your property or cause injury to you or others.
Safety
Your safety and that of your family and/or employees should be of utmost importance. Make sure to hire companies that run background checks on all their employees. Background checks ensure  that their employees do not have anything lurking in their past that could potentially create a safety hazard for you.
Guarantee
Does the company offer a guarantee? Some companies offer ‘cheap’ services as a one-time service, but never truly control or eliminate the problem. Instead, these companies will charge you every time they go back and that can end up costing 2-3x more than you originally thought. Be sure to hire only companies that will guarantee the job.
Experience
When it comes to pest control, experience is king. Knowing how to accurately assess a pest problem and create a comprehensive action plan is vital to controlling and even eliminating the problem. Not all pest control companies can professionally train their employees and that can cost you too. How many visits will it take to fully control and eliminate your pest problem?
Final Thoughts
Bargain shopping for pest control is more than just finding a price that feels right. You must consider whether the company or applicator meets the right criteria to make sure it does not end up costing you more in the long run. Make sure to hire only experienced licensed & insured companies that offer background checks on their professionally trained employees and guarantee their work.
Trust the Professionals
At Professional Pestguard we believe transparency is key. We have over 40 years of experience dealing with South Florida pests. All our employees have passed background checks and completed countless hours of training. We take pride in our work and offer a 60-day-money back guarantee if we cannot control or eliminate your pest problem. Licensed and insured for your peace of mind. Avoid allowing a minor issue to escalate. Contact the experts today at (954) 389-6107 for professional commercial and residential pest control services.