“This type of damage is generally viewed as a home maintenance issue rather than an insurance issue,” says Rijksen. “Homeowners would be well-advised to check with their pest control service provider regarding any warranty coverage that may be in effect for their property.” http://money.msn.com/saving-money-tips/post.aspx?post=56d65131-cecb-4f5a-b78e-05cd4b96c256&ocid=vt_fbmsnre  Marc LeBaron, CLCS

It is important to provide recognition to those you work with. When done correctly it can improve your relationship, reputation and your income.  Below are a few easy steps to make sure you secede in this area. ·         Make a list of everyone you know (customers, family, friends prospects) that you would like to recognize. [...]

On July 12, 2011 Office of Pest Management will officially be moving into the Department of Agriculture. Here is what is on the horizon for the regulation of pest control under the new Department: LICENSING CHANGES? It has been proposed that applicator licenses be eliminated. There are strong feeling on each side of this issue, [...]

Office of Pest Management (OPM) Moving: The OPM will be moving from its current location in Scottsdale, to the ADA building the week of July 11th. Please plan your interaction with the OPM accordingly. Please accept our apologies for any short term inconvenience the move may cause.  Scott Richardson

Startups. We know the mantra: Team matters. Is this philosophy exaggerated? Overrated? Cliché? No. Team is the only thing that matters. Whatever you’re working on now, the half-life of innovation is so rapid now that your product will soon be out-of-date. Your existence is irrelevant unless you continue rapid innovation. Your ability to keep up [...]

Do some of your employees ride to the job site in a company truck? Do you pay wages for that time?  Generally, the choice is up to the employer. The Fair Labor Standards Act requires an employer to pay minimum wage for all work hours, and to pay increased wages for overtime.  However, under the [...]

Why it’s important to aggressively defend your business at any Regulatory Board Hearing. http://www.pestrm.com/its-not-the-bark-its-the-bite.htm Marc LeBaron

The hot topic in pest control seems to be bed bugs. Frankly it scares folks that an overnight stay in a hotel may upon return home, leave their  bedroom or other areas infested. And, we have all heard about the nasty bites.  The pest control industry has responded with several tools for coping with the [...]