What products are y'all using for fleas in the yard? As of right now we've been using Tempo SC Ultra in a fogger for fleas along with bifen granules in the yard. The owners want me to sell this as a one time service for $225 and it's not working for 80 percent of customers. What are y'alls recomendations? I've thought about a flea, tick and mosquito program every 21 days. What's worked for y'all? I'm in Jacksonville FL for reference.

@Owners, and @Managers, do you all have a set SOP for uniforms?

Where are you from? What's your focus? What's your main bottleneck? Let's raise each other up! 💪

...(Would you expect anything different from me?) Most of you are new here.And if I’m being real, we don’t have a ton of engagement yet — which is totally normal early on. But I didn’t build Pest Control Pro Network to be a “content feed.”I built it to be a place where good operators and techs can actually connect, sharpen each other, and not feel like they’re on an island. So I’m going first. A lot of you know me as “the pest guy.”Systems. Standards. Training. Process. Field execution. What you don’t know yet is what forged that part of me. I lost my brother Rick.And then I lost my brother Damon. Those losses can do one of two things: transform you… or break you. For a while, I wasn’t sure which direction I was headed. But I made a decision—over and over again: I wasn’t going to let it turn me cold.I wasn’t going to let it turn me bitter. I wasn’t going to let it take me out. I chose to let it turn into service. Not the “look at me” kind. The quiet kind. The kind where you show up when it’s inconvenient. Where you protect people when they don’t even realize they needed protecting. Where you try to be the steady one—at work, at home, in life. That’s why I take the field seriously.And it’s also why I’m building something outside of pest control that actually matters to me: www.volusia-cares.com — that’s my current project. This post isn’t for sympathy. It’s me putting a real stake in the ground so this community has a heartbeat. If you’re in here and you’ve been mostly lurking, no shame — but I am curious: Drop a comment with one of these: - Where you’re located (state/city is fine) - What kind of work you do (tech / operator / sales / office / owner) - Or just “👋” so I know you’re alive in here And if you’ve got your own story… you don’t have to dump it publicly. But if you want a real conversation, DM me... Love y’all.— Ian

When purchasing or selling a home, inspections are a critical part of protecting your investment. While general home inspectors play an important role in evaluating the overall condition of a property, they are not always trained pest professionals. For this reason, having both a licensed home inspector and a pest control specialist involved in the inspection process can provide a much more thorough and accurate assessment. In the example shown here, there is clear evidence of subterranean termite activity, along with drywood termite droppings (frass) being forced into subterranean galleries. This level of damage indicates a significant and ongoing issue. Surprisingly, the damage was overlooked during the initial home inspection, and the homebuyer proceeded with the purchase after their own walkthrough without noticing the signs. Situations like this highlight an important reality: once a real estate transaction is completed, responsibility for underlying issues often transfers to the new homeowner. That’s why due diligence before closing is so important. Key Takeaways for Homebuyers and Sellers: Use multiple professionals: A general home inspection should be complemented by a licensed pest inspection whenever possible. Educate yourself: Understanding the differences between subterranean and drywood termites can help you recognize warning signs. Know what to look for: *Mud tubes (subterranean termites) *Frass (drywood termite droppings) *Hollow-sounding or damaged wood *Discoloration or blistering on wood surfaces Inspect accessible areas carefully: If possible, take time to examine: *Crawl spaces *Attics *Exposed beams and framing *Access panels These areas often provide the clearest view of structural wood and can reveal early or extensive termite activity. Final Thought Protecting your investment starts with awareness and thorough inspection. Taking the time to involve the right professionals and perform your own careful observations can help prevent costly surprises down the road.