Warm weather means free time in the fresh air, backyard barbecues with friends and family, and, unfortunately, more bugs. Luckily, if you have an infestation, a reliable pest management company can help. However, it’s important to remember that hiring a pest control company is just like choosing a doctor or mechanic. The more time you take to vet them, the more likely you are to find the right person for the job.

To ensure you’re in the hands of an expert exterminator, ask the following questions:

1. How Long Have You Been in Business?

Ideally, you want to work with an experienced pest control team. They will be more likely to perform the job efficiently, and you can trust they’ve done right by their former clients if they’ve been in business for a long time.

2. Are You Licensed & Insured?

Never hire a contractor to work on your property if they’re not fully licensed and insured. You need to confirm they’re trained, qualified professionals. On top of that, most states have a licensing requirement for pest extermination teams.

3. What Are the Potential Health Risks Associated With the Treatments You Use?

Before letting anyone apply a pest management treatment to your property, find out whether or not it’s safe. If a particular treatment poses health risks, you may need to take preparatory steps so your children and pets steer clear of it.

4. Will a Single Visit Yield Results?

Many pest management companies offer service agreements that include regular treatments throughout the year. Depending on the nature of your infestation, you may benefit from selecting this option instead of scheduling a single appointment.

5. Can You Provide Contact Info for Former Clients?

If a company has earned a reputation for quality service, they’ll be eager to connect you with former clients. Anyone can promise great results, but not everyone has a proven track record of making good on their promises.

While a pest infestation is the kind of problem you want to take care of as soon as possible, doing your research before hiring a company is the surest way to get lasting results. 

For over 40 years, the pest management pros at Cox Termite & Pest Control have been helping commercial and residential clients throughout the Savannah, GA, area keep their properties free of unwanted intruders. Contact them online to schedule service, or call (912) 236-2503 today.