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How to Hire a Pest Control Company. READ THIS FIRST!
Admin • September 8, 2014
If you are reading this, you are probably looking to hire a pest control company to solve some sort of pest problem. We’ve put together these 7 tips for hiring a pest control company – whether it’s DA Exterminating or some other company. Just so you know, DA Exterminating meets ALL of these qualifications
. . . but if you’re comparing companies, be sure to ask these questions.
2. Visit the companies’ websites. The website reflects the professionalism (or lack thereof) of the company. Read the website so you are familiar with the company. (http://www.daexterminating.com)
3. Call the companies you selected.
1. Select three companies in your area by asking friends/relatives for referrals. This is the surest way to select companies that are trustworthy, effective and dependable.
2. Visit the companies’ websites. The website reflects the professionalism (or lack thereof) of the company. Read the website so you are familiar with the company. (http://www.daexterminating.com)
3. Call the companies you selected.
1. Does a person answer the phone or are you “greeted” by an automated receptionist? If a person answers, the company cares about their customers and is accessible if you need information.2. When you do reach a member of the company’s staff, are they knowledgeable about their services or do they just take down your name and number only to have you wait for someone to call you back? These types of actions would indicate a poorly trained staff and should lead you to believe that you will encounter poor service in the future
4. Ask these questions:
- Do technicians have current licenses?
- Do they use Integrated Pest Management techniques?
- Will they provide references for you to call?
- Do they provide written estimates based on inspections?
- Does the company require you to sign up for a long-term contract?
- Does the company provide a guarantee for their work?
- Do they have insurance to cover you, your property, and their employees?
1. Upon arrival at your home or business, is the technician driving a company vehicle?
1. Does the vehicle have permanent decals or do they just have a magnetic sign stuck on the side of the doors? This is important because it reflects the level of commitment to their profession. If they only have magnetic signs on their vehicle this may indicate that they are doing this part time or on the side for extra income and are not serious about their trade.2. Note: Someone recently said they switched to DA Exterminating after seeing this beat up, dirty truck pull up to their house, gave a bad first impression.
2. Is the company representative in uniform? Not being in uniform reflects the company’s lack of focus on uniformity not only in appearance, but also in quality of work.
3. What is the appearance of their vehicles? Dirty, old, rundown vehicles indicate a lack of pride in work because when a vehicle is in bad condition, the equipment to treat your home is probably not any better.
Keep looking if…
- They give a high pressure sales pitch.
- They are in a hurry for you to sign a contract.
- They cannot or will not answer your questions.
- They want to treat your home before they inspect it.
- They are not willing to provide references.
The Bottom Line LOOK NO FURTHER! CALL DA EXTERMINATING TODAY!
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Always proud to be a member of PCT Magazine’s “Top 100” companies ( by annual revenue) in America. This is Ed, Jed and me accepting the award in Orlando the other night. Thanks to our wonderful DA team at all 3 DA branches and our loyal customers, it takes everyone to achieve success! (David Cherry, our longtime GM in Houma, left before we grabbed this photo…sorry David!) — Chris Caire, Jed, and Ed Reynolds.
One noticeable change in the outdoors as winter approaches is the reduction of flying insects such as mosquitoes, flies, and bees.
When the holidays come to an end, it will be time to store the trees and decorations until Christmas 2019. Safeguard all of your favorite holiday decorations so they are free of pests while sitting in the attic, basement or other storage space until the holiday season comes around next year. Christmas decorations provide harborage and, in some cases, food for various kinds of pests, especially rodents. So we have assembled some decoration storage tips to prevent surprises next year when you open your decoration containers. to seal them in plastic containers if you must save these from 1) Dried berries, seeds and other natural materials are especially attractive to mice. The best idea is to seal them in plastic containers. Discard natural decorations after using each year including real gingerbread houses, candy canes and natural wreaths. 2) Cardboard can be a favorite nesting material for rodents, so don’t store artificial Christmas trees in cardboard; instead, use plastic sealable bags or containers. That goes for all other Christmas decorations. 3) Examine all decorations for any that are broken or that you won't use next year and discard them. 4) Wash linens and other fabrics and store in sealed plastic bags to prevent moisture. 5) Before loading containers into a garage, basement, attic or other storage area, examine them and clean thoroughly to remove any debris that may be harborage areas for mice. 6) Store holiday candles separately. The scent from a candle can attract unwanted guests. Placing the candles in an area that is not exposed to extreme heat (e.g., attics or sheds) will resolve this problem. Wrap candles in plastic to prevent them from melting together or transferring color in warm conditions. If you follow these tips to properly pack and store your decorations, not only will you be more organized for Christmas 2019, but you will reduce the possibility of pests trying to share next year's holiday with you! To get more information on pest control services in New Orleans, contact the experts at DA Exterminating today by calling 800-650-PEST . Wishing you and your family a pest-free New Year!
DA Exterminating is proud to present these easy pest prevention tips to keep pests from taking up residence in your New Orleans-area home.
The time it takes to check your home before winter arrives will pay off in preventing pest problems. Here are five things you can do!
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t’s that time of year when certain pests seek a warm place to overwinter and this usually means YOUR HOME! We’ve assembled some tips to prevent these critters from moving in with you. Vacuuming is the best way to eliminate the insects once they are inside. Before the winter months approach, seal gaps around windows and doors, including garage doors. The best time for this is during the summer after pests have left their overwintering site, and before they come back for the next season. Look for areas where pipes and electrical or cable lines enter the building. Gaps around these areas should be sealed. Look for openings around soffits, eaves, attic fans, windows and vents in the attic used for ventilation. Many times these areas are not screened, allowing overwintering pests inside. Be sure screens on windows are in good repair and have no openings. Inspect chimneys. Be sure the damper is closed when not in use, and know that if you’re dealing with a wood-burning fireplace, lighting a fire may discourage the insects from using the chimney as an entry point. Tell customers that using “bug bombs” to treat the inside of a house can backfire — they may end up with dead insects still inside the walls, which then attract secondary pests, such as carpet beetles. Concerned about Fall Invaders? Call us today. 800-650-PEST .
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DA Exterminating Co. of St. Tammany, Inc.
13433 Seymour Myers Blvd., Ste 2 Covington, LA 70433
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