Starting out · step 4 of 4
Your first 100 pest control customers
What's worked for owners starting from zero.
Google first
Set up your Google Business Profile the day you're licensed. Ask every happy customer for a review; it's the cheapest marketing there is.
Google Local Services Ads charge per lead and put a "Google Screened" badge next to your name.
Work the neighborhood
Every job is a reason to knock on the neighbors' doors. Techs who offer a same-day add-on sell more plans than any ad.
Answer the phone
Most homeowners call the next company if you don't pick up. An AI receptionist that books from your real schedule catches the evening and weekend calls.
Make it recurring
One-time jobs pay the bills; quarterly plans on autopay build a business you could sell one day.
General information for planning, not legal, tax or insurance advice.
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