The exact method varies, but a good service process should make the findings, work area, preparation, safety instructions, and follow-up clear before work begins.
Before the appointment
Share photographs, prior treatment documents, building additions, leaks, irrigation concerns, and transaction deadlines when scheduling. Ask what spaces must be opened and whether people, pets, vehicles, stored items, or outdoor objects need to be moved.
At the property, ask the inspector to show you the evidence and the areas where work is proposed. Confirm the pest, treatment method, product information, preparation, safety instructions, cleanup, price, and written warranty before approving work.
During the work
Depending on the plan, technicians may need exterior foundation access, interior access, garage or patio access, drilling points, soil contact, or monitoring locations. Follow the provider's instructions and keep children and pets away from work areas.
If the technician finds an unexpected construction detail or cannot reach part of the planned work area, ask how the treatment and price will change before approving additional work.
After the service
Retain the signed agreement, diagram, service record, product and safety information supplied, warranty, and renewal dates. Follow instructions about re-entry, cleaning, watering, landscaping, repairs, monitoring, and future construction.
Photograph and report new evidence instead of automatically spraying or removing it. Give the company the exact location and date so it can compare the new sign with the original findings and treated areas.
- Save the diagram and service date
- Calendar inspections or renewals
- Protect access to monitoring points
- Tell future contractors about treated areas
- Document new evidence before disturbing it