Mosquitoes
Why do some people get bit more than others?
The oils on your skin, Lactic acid, hormones, co2 clouds, smelly feet & Beer.
All mosquitoes have 4 distinct life stages:
egg, larva, pupa, and adult
Why are smaller properties harder to control?
Very limited cover. Can fly in and bite you without landing.
Can we spray with irrigation? Explain.
No. The chemical is unable to bond to the grass and microencapsulate itself to dry.
What equipment should you check every morning to see if it's working?
Blower & hand sprayer
Do the chemicals from Home Depot work?
No.
What does hunt the shade mean?
Hiding areas for mosquitoes.
15 feet away
How does our referral program work for customers and technicians?
If a customer refers someone and they get on service, they will both get a free treatment. CALL THE OFFICE.
If the technician gives someone a card with their name and they get on service, technician gets $50!
How often do you wash your trucks?
Once a week
What is the primary food source for mosquitoes?
Both male and female mosquitoes feed on nectar from flowering plants when they are adults.
How long can eggs lay dormant?
Up to 2 years in Arizona
How are we different from other pest control companies?
We come out more often, we treat all of the foliage, the foundation of the home and build a barrier. Other pest control companies only come a few times a year and they do not treat as thoroughly.
How long does the product last?
Up to 21- Days
What items do you need to return at the end of your shift?
1. Property keys.
2. Truck keys
3. Checks
4. Checklist
5. Tablets on charger
6. Body cams on charger
What are the most common species of mosquitoes in AZ?
Aedes, Culex & Anopheles
What is the mosquito to human ratio?
16,000 to 1
How do you contain a large spill?
Consult your MSDS.
* Kitty litter or rocks
What type of percentage of reduction will you see after your Mosquito treatment?
1st treatment: 70-75%
2nd treatment: 80-85%
3rd Treatment 90-95%
** Never 100% Guarantee mosquito free **
What kind of oil goes in the gas cans?
2 stroke
What are contributing factors to mosquito growth?
Washes, drains, citrus, gutters, fountains,
Why are Mosquitoes difficult to control?
They adapt and fly
Why do we work around lawn service?
The lawn service people can cut off the chemical after a treatment has been completed.
Proper procedures on gas cards?
Ask to sign out a gas card
See what gas cards have been used ( No more than twice one card can be used)
Completed gas card sign-out / in sheet with time and price
Bring the receipt and gas card back
What is the life expectancy of the blowers?
2 Years