The pest control quote structure
Pest control quotes often look simple on the surface. The complexity is in the contract terms, guarantee language, and what triggers re-treatment. Those details matter more than the initial treatment price.
What to look for
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Inspection fee
Why it matters: Many companies offer free inspections as a sales tool. Others charge $50-$150 and apply it toward treatment.
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Initial treatment cost
Why it matters: The cost for the first treatment. Should specify what pest is being treated, what product is being applied, and what method.
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Follow-up visits
Why it matters: How many follow-up visits are included in the initial price? When are they scheduled? What triggers them?.
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Service contract terms
Why it matters: If signing an ongoing contract: frequency of service visits, cost per visit, what each visit includes, auto-renewal terms, and cancellation policy..
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Guarantee terms
Why it matters: Which pests are guaranteed? For how long? What level of pest activity triggers a free re-treatment? What is excluded from the guarantee?.
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Exclusion work
Why it matters: If the company does exclusion (sealing entry points), this should be a separate line item with clear scope..
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Comparing quotes
Compare the guarantee terms and follow-up visit count before comparing price. A cheaper initial treatment that requires two additional paid visits to resolve the infestation is not cheaper. Look at total cost to resolution, not just the first invoice.
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