Pest Control Service

Pest control services eliminate and prevent insects, rodents, and other pests in residential and commercial properties.

Services include inspection, treatment applications, exclusion work (sealing entry points), and ongoing prevention programs.

You get licensed/certified (required in most states), purchase equipment and chemicals, and build routes of clients.

Pricing models include one-time treatments ($100-400) and recurring monthly/quarterly service contracts.

Success requires understanding pest biology, proper chemical application, customer education, and sales skills.

Startup costs include licensing, equipment (sprayers, chemicals, safety gear), truck, and insurance totaling $10,000-30,000.

The business model heavily favors recurring contracts - quarterly service creates predictable revenue and higher customer lifetime value than one-time treatments.

Building 100 quarterly clients at $100 per service generates $10,000 monthly.

Additional specializations include termite treatment/inspection, bed bugs, wildlife removal, and fumigation (requiring additional licenses and equipment).

Operating costs include chemicals, fuel, licensing renewals, and insurance.

Challenges include chemical safety, licensing requirements, customer price sensitivity, and some social stigma.

Success factors include selling recurring service plans, professional appearance and communication, and effective treatments.

Marketing works through door hangers, Google Ads, partnerships with realtors, and referrals.