Questions to Ask Before Signing a Pest Control Agreement

Once you are matched with a provider and they have inspected your home, they will walk you through their recommendation and give you an agreement. Before you sign anything, it pays to slow down and ask a few clear questions. The provider sets the scope and the price — these questions simply help you understand exactly what you are agreeing to.

About the scope of work

• What, specifically, is included in this service?
• What is not included, and what would cost extra?
• Will the work happen in one visit or several?

Ask the provider to put the scope in writing so you know exactly what is included.

About the price

• What is the total price, and what does it cover?
• Are there any additional fees I should know about?
• When is payment due?

Your provider sets the price after inspecting your property. Get that number in writing before any work begins.

About the terms

• Is this a one-time service or a recurring plan?
• If it is recurring, how often are the visits, and how do I cancel?
• If there is a warranty or re-service term, what does it cover and for how long?

Before you sign

• Read the full agreement, including anything in fine print.
• Make sure the business name matches the license you verified.
• Keep a copy of the signed agreement for your records.

If you haven't verified the provider's license yet, you can check the company's registration yourself. See how to verify a California pest control license (step-by-step). If you're new to South Bay Pest Pros, start with how South Bay Pest Pros works.

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