If you've been following tech news lately (or if your phone has been bombarding you with alerts about Google), you've likely heard rumblings about Google's "Chrome divestiture." As a pest control business owner, you might wonder if this is yet another digital apocalypse that threatens to exterminate your hard-earned online presence.
First, take a deep breath. While the words "Google" and "changes" in the same sentence are enough to send shivers down any business owner's spine—rivaled only by the words "termite infestation" in your own customers’ homes—the situation isn't as dire as some headlines suggest.
The digital marketing landscape has always been something of a moving target. Just when you've figured out how to rank for "best pest control near me," something shifts. But here's the good news: understanding these changes gives you a competitive advantage, and with the right approach, your pest control business won't just survive—it might even thrive.
In this article, I'll break down what's actually happening with Google Chrome, how it affects your pest control website, and the practical steps you can take to ensure customers still find you when they're frantically searching "how to get rid of bedbugs at 2 AM" (we know these searches happen, and yes, your business should be there when they do).
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | March 11, 2025
Chad is a Partner and our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.
Let's get real about social media marketing for pest control. While other guides give you the basics, I'm going to share what's actually working right now for pest control companies. After managing social media for multiple pest control brands, I've learned exactly what drives engagement, how to attract new leads, and most importantly - actual bookings.
Written By: Hannah Kilpatrick | March 10, 2025
Hannah Kilpatrick Cube Creative DesignHannah Kilpatrick graduated from Western Carolina University in 2021 with a Bachelor of Science in Communication with a Minor in Marketing and a Concentration in Public Relations. She has been around social media since its creation. (Meaning, she was in the first grade when Facebook became available to the general public.) As our very own professional Gen-Z, Hannah is a whiz when it comes to social media creation and paid advertising.
As temperatures rise, so do pest populations—and customer inquiries. Spring represents the perfect storm for pest control companies: warming weather awakens dormant pests while homeowners emerge from their own winter hibernation, ready to address household issues. This seasonal alignment creates the ideal marketing opportunity that can set the tone for your entire year's success.
The pest control industry sees a predictable surge in demand each spring, but capturing market share requires more than simply opening your doors. A strategic marketing approach during this critical season can help you not only attract immediate business but also establish recurring revenue streams that continue throughout the year.
This guide will help you develop a comprehensive spring marketing strategy that leverages seasonal triggers, targets the right audiences, and deploys effective tactics across multiple channels. Whether you're looking to spray away the competition or ensure your business doesn't get bugged by missed opportunities, these strategies will help your pest control business thrive when it matters most.
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | March 05, 2025
Chad is a Partner and our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.
Let's face it – running a pest control business means you're great at eliminating unwanted visitors but attracting the right ones (customers, that is) can feel like trying to catch a greased rodent. While your competitors might be scrambling like cockroaches when the lights come on, you're about to learn how to make your marketing strategy as targeted as your most effective pest treatments.
Here's the thing: in today's digital world, having the best pest control service isn't enough. You need a marketing approach that works as hard as you do – one that doesn't just catch customers' attention but keeps them coming back. Whether you're an established exterminator looking to expand your territory or a startup ready to make your mark in the industry, this comprehensive guide will help you build a customer base that's more loyal than a colony of termites (but significantly better for business).
What's eating away at your growth potential? Let's squash those marketing challenges and transform your pest control business into the go-to solution in your service area.
Written By: Chad J. Treadway | March 05, 2025
Chad is a Partner and our Chief Smarketing Officer. He will help you survey your small business needs, educating you on your options before suggesting any solution. Chad is passionate about rural marketing in the United States and North Carolina. He also has several certifications through HubSpot to better assist you with your internet and inbound marketing.
