How to Start a Pest Control Business 1-2-3

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There is no shortage of pests and people who want to get rid of them. Pest control companies help customers control and get rid of animals and insects such as termites, ants, bees,spiders, cockroaches, squirrels, raccoons, mice, rats, skunks and more.

Starting and operating a pest control business requires a pest control business license. Specific requirements vary by state, but typically an application needs to be submitted to your state to obtain a license.

Along with the application, your state may require a certificate of insurance, a fictitious business name statement and worker's compensation insurance.

The pest control business license then may need to be registered with the county agricultural commissioner's office in each county where work will be conducted. See state licensing contact information.

See also: Free Business Insurance Quotes

Getting Started

Get a free e-course on how to start your own pest control business.

Put together a pest control business plan to help you outline a plan of action, obtain financing and achieve your financial goals. You can find business plan software available for download from the internet that can save you a lot of time.

Pest Control Business Quick-Start Guide

Do you want to run your own company helping people get rid of pests? Expert Paul Silgero explains exactly how to get started and how to manage a profitable pest control service.

Get step-by-step instructions on industry regulations, permits, setting up client accounts, what products and services to offer, how to prices your services, budgeting tips, how to effectively manage finances and more.

Pest Control Business Quick-Start Guide

Pest Control Franchises

If you want to start a pest control business, but want to work with a recognized name or find a pest control business for sale, you may want to consider a franchise. These start-up opportunities provide a tested business model, recognized name, business training and support.

Compared to the cost of other types of franchises, starting a pest control franchise can cost as little as $5,000. The following companies can send you free information:

• Enviro-Tech Pest Services
• NaturZone Pest Control
• A All Animal Control
• Pestmaster Services
• Mosquito Squad
  

Advertising Your Pest Control Business:

Developing your marketing materials can be as easy as designing a logo, printing business cards and developing brochures explaining the services you offer. Do the work yourself using low-cost online tools, and you can save yourself a lot of money.

Networking with real estate agents and brokers can result in lots of referrals and repeat business since these professionals essentially deal with your target market. You can also promote your pest control services inexpensively using online networks like MiNeeds.com.

With the growing use of smartphones, more consumers are finding the products and services they need through local search instead of turning to the yellow pages. Low cost and highly-used local search sources include Google Local, Yelp, Super Pages and Insider Pages. See also: Free Website Builder.

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