3 Things to Consider Before Hiring a Commercial Pest Management Service

 

When undesirable pests invade your commercial business or property, it's devastating not only to the property itself but also to your company. Depending on which service you choose, an invasion can be potentially harmful to your company's success and put you at risk for injury and financial loss.

The first and most important decision when considering the services of a commercial pest management service is that type of exterminator you will use. If you choose a service that specializes in residential infestations, this may be fine for some cases. However, if the infestation is caused by insects that only occur in your area, you may need a pest exterminator that is familiar with different types of pests in your specific area. You may also need to ask how long your company will need to have the infestation under control, whether or not they would be able to keep the infestation contained during the clean up process and any other questions you might have about what your company will pay for if you end up having to hire outside help.

The second consideration to make when choosing a Commercial pest control service is how you will pay for the service. Many companies do not require a down payment, but if you're already short on cash, consider having the bill paid by you on a month-to-month basis instead. Another option is to have the service to come out to the property at least once a month to inspect it for infestation and report back with any findings.

The third consideration is what type of equipment the company uses. In residential infestations, the pest extermination company may use chemicals to destroy the insect life cycle. This is usually a temporary solution to an issue since these pests often reproduce their offspring again, especially since they have no fear of being killed off by the chemicals. These insects are also very smart and will build nests that are difficult to eliminate, so hiring a commercial pest exterminator may not be possible.

Pest Eliminators may choose to treat a room or area one at a time. This means they'll focus their efforts on areas of the property where there are large infestations and treat one area at a time to ensure that the problem does not return. If your area has a large infestation, this may not be an effective method of treatment as they won't be able to eliminate the entire structure or building from the inside out.

Finally, consider any other fees the commercial pest control service might charge before hiring. You want to make sure you understand any hidden costs before agreeing to work with this service so you aren't forced into a contract that you don't actually need. Remember, any good exterminator is going to have plenty of hidden costs.