From Horticulture to Pest Control: Building a Greener Pest Management Business

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From Horticulture to Pest Control: Building a Greener Pest Management Business | Pest Perspectives Podcast

🐀 What does it really take to build a successful pest control business and can pest management be done in a more environmentally responsible way?

In this episode of the Pest Perspectives Podcast, Shaun Muller is joined by Kieron from Green Rock Pest Control for a wide-ranging conversation about his journey from horticulture and landscaping into professional pest management.

Kieron explains how his background in horticulture, integrated pest management and working with nature helped shape his approach to pest control, including a strong focus on proofing, trapping, investigation and reducing unnecessary reliance on rodenticides.

The conversation covers:

🐀 Rat and rodent control
🏠 Rodent proofing and preventing pest ingress
🌱 Greener and environmentally conscious pest management
🪤 Why some DIY pest deterrents and ultrasonic devices may not deliver the results people expect
🐍 Unusual pest control call-outs, including escaped snakes and reptiles
🏆 Winning business awards and using positive publicity to grow a pest control company
📚 Pest control qualifications, training and CPD
🤝 The importance of mentoring and networking within the pest management industry
💼 Advice for people looking to start their own pest control business
🔮 The future of pest control, digital monitoring and changes to available pest control products

Kieron also shares practical advice for anyone thinking about entering the pest management industry, including the realities of working alone, driving between jobs, building experience, finding mentors and continuously developing your knowledge.

It’s an honest and practical discussion about running a pest control business, learning the trade and finding your own approach within the industry.

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