How to Win More Jobs with a Better Pest Control Estimate Process

A custom price list – one that you create and personalize for your own business – can be a valuable resource. Your floor plan app will use it to automatically generate estimates quickly and accurately. Plus, you will be able to update your price list whenever necessary, to account for fluctuating material and labor costs.

When you first create your price list, make sure it addresses various factors that can affect estimating:

• Type of pest: The type of pest that needs to be controlled will affect the level of difficulty and time required to complete the project. For example, termites, bed bugs and rodents generally require more advanced methods compared to common household pests such as spiders.

• Extent of infestation: A severe infestation will require more work and resources to ensure the pests are eradicated.

• Treatment materials and labor: Some materials are more expensive than others. And some jobs may require more time and effort to implement – e.g. jobs that involve more types of pest control tools and equipment.

• Property size: The square footage of a property can impact the cost to treat it. Larger properties will require more time and resources to treat, and may also require more frequent treatments.

• Property location: If the property is located in a rural area or hard-to-reach location, you may want to charge an extra amount to cover your travel costs.

• Pet considerations: The presence of pets can require certain precautions during the treatment process.

• Warranty: Offering one may impact the cost of the project.

• Initial visit: You can establish a set fee for your consultative visit, where you investigate the property, document your findings and determine the best solution.

• Follow-up visits: Some infestations may require repeat visits to ensure that the pests have been eliminated. This will affect the overall cost of the project. So, you’ll want to make sure your price list includes different options that you can select (e.g., every month, bimonthly, quarterly and yearly).