D and A Pest Control Podcast

We are in pest control, and being in the business of controlling pests we seem to focus more on controlling pests than controlling our emotions. We all have been in situations where a customer is angry or upset about something that happened. We have had customers who seem not to care about a pest problem as much as we do. The list goes on and on. Daniel and Aaron go over personal experiences with...

The first Q&A of the 2024 year! For all who have been waiting for their questions to be answered this episode will bring you them all. Daniel and Aaron bring a new style to this Q&A, you will hear them uncut and giving you the raw answers to these questions. Some of these answers may be hard to swallow but real. You will also hear what just dropped from a pest software company and a story...

Most people go through life working for someone and not even know what that person expects of them, wants for them, what they need help with, how to grow to the next level, and what they are thinking. In today's episode, Daniel sits Aaron down and starts asking the hard questions about what he is thinking for his team. Find out the good and the bad of what managers are looking for and what th...

Tis the season to catch rodents. Yes, everyone seems to agree as well. This market fact is brought to you by PCT Magazine. Daniel and Aaron break down the facts that they have compiled and put in some great opinions on the matter and what other companies should do with this changing market. New laws, new labor, and of course new prices. This market fact will break down what other companies are goi...

Culture is a subject most shy away from. Some probably don't even have a culture in their company. Do you know what your company culture is? If you own your own company do you have a culture? This episode brings some pain back to when Daniel took over his pest control company and he began with the "Family" culture. This was a massive failure. Listen into why it failed and what a mon...

Have you ever wondered what other companies charge for bedbug services? How do they do it? What do other companies use for treatments? This episode will bring you the bedbug market facts from PCT Magazine. Daniel and Aaron give back some feedback about what they think is real and what might be a little exaggerated.  Want to be a guest or have any questions? Website: www.dandapodcast.com Email: dan...

2024 is full of changes. Personal goals are already set, business goals have been planned, and relationships are ready to be better! This year D and A are breaking down what went down in the 2023 year that brought on very good changes. Change is hard, but it creates better people and even better companies. This episode is bringing on the change. Bring your thinking cap! This episode is going to br...

A year has passed and a new set of episodes are about to drop! Get ready for the best year of D and A. Today's episode is a short listen but brings you the highlights of the year and the excitement of what was accomplished with all the help from our listeners! Thank you and we hope you enjoy the first episode of the year!  Want to be a guest or have any questions? Website: www.dandapodcast.co...

I hope we have everyone's attention! This Q&A is a great one. Some questions were more of a concern and some were important with some being very relevant to right now. Daniel and Aaron jump right in to get these questions answered to the best of their knowledge. For those who asked the questions this is the time to get answers! We will also send you a message letting you know which Q&...

This short and sweet episode is going to break down this years Ignite Las Vegas conference. You will hear a few tips that could help improve this conference for years and some great things they are already doing! Overall, it was a great conference, and D and A have to say thank you for the invite and we will be back next time to cover this event again! Want to be a guest or have any questions? Web...

D and A are back at the conference bringing you the good and the bad. This episode will cover the rest of day 1 and half of day 2. D and A talk about what was good and what needs some improvement. Also listen in to find out who was the keynote speaker on day 2.  Want to be a guest or have any questions? Website: www.dandapodcast.com Email: dandapestpodcast@gmail.com Insta: @dandapestpodcast

Listen in to what the gang has going on this week! D and A are on the road to bring you new experiences. This episode is brought to you from Las Vegas. Ignite by Service Titan has put together a new interactive experience for all of its users and soon-to-be users. They have asked Daniel and Aaron to come check it out and to show listeners what this 3-day event has to offer. So join us on this 3-da...

Welcome to the recap episode of Pest World 2023 Hawaii. Have you ever been to Pest World? Have you ever thought about going? Dont worry! Daniel and Aaron have a quick recap for you! This short episode will cover Pest World from Day 1 to Day 5, from exhibitor with D and A to being an attendee. They cover the highlights of each class they took and the new things they learned to grade this Pest World...

Is late better than never? Well, we think it is! This has to be one of Daniel and Aaron's favorite episodes every month. They get to dive into some of the best questions from our amazing listeners. No more words needed just sit back and enjoy this Q&A  Want to be a guest or have any questions? Website: www.dandapodcast.com Email: dandapestpodcast@gmail.com Insta: @dandapestpodcast

Hiring is usually a big topic for everyone, but firing is just as important when it comes to running a successful business. Daniel and Aaron had a great experience with mediocre technicians. Listen in to hear what they think when it comes to techs what a business should do and what they have done. Also if you are a tech listen up so you are not the one on the chopping block!  Want to be a guest or...

Seasonal pests come and go but if you have been in California lately the weather has kept these pests around a lot longer than normal. In this fun episode, Daniel and Aaron go back to the basics and show what they do to take care of these general pests.  Want to be a guest or have any questions? Website: www.dandapodcast.com Email: dandapestpodcast@gmail.com Insta: @dandapestpodcast

Back to back to back episodes bringing you to Pest World 2023 Hawaii. Get ready for another quick episode and sound bits with everyone Daniel and Aaron have been meeting. Listen in to what different classes they have been taking and what the new guest have to say about their experience at Pest World 2023 Hawaii.  Want to be a guest or have any questions? Website: www.dandapodcast.com Email: dandap...

Welcome to day 2 of Pest World Hawaii. In this episode, you get to listen to a few of the classes taken by Daniel and Aaron. They cover one of the bedbug classes and Non-repellents vs. repellents. Apart from these two amazing classes you get to hear from a great group of people ranging from attendees, fans, and exhibitors! Listen in to everything you have missed so far!  Want to be a guest or have...

Welcome to Pest World Hawaii Day 1. You will get the intro to what Pest World is about and you will get to hear what it has to offer! Daniel and Aaron are very excited as they will be attending as attendees as well as exhibitors with a booth! Come check them out at booth 112!  Want to be a guest or have any questions? Website: www.dandapodcast.com Email: dandapestpodcast@gmail.com Insta: @dandapes...

Another great episode on the books! This one is a must-listen for all pest control operators who are looking to get to the next level in your company. Gary covers what new technology pest control can use to grow and start competing with the big guys! This one is a note pad and pen-worthy episode.  Want to be a guest or have any questions? Website: www.dandapodcast.com Email: dandapestpodcast@gmail...

In this wild episode, Daniel and Aaron have on a long-time listener Michael. He opens up about his pest control business and how he got started, he also opens up about emotional intelligence and how he uses this to help educate customers. Listen in and see what new things you can implement! Want to be a guest or have any questions? Website: www.dandapodcast.com Email: dandapestpodcast@gmail.com In...

This month's Q&A is an interesting one. We are diving into what software system Daniel and Aaron use and what Daniel has used. This is always a great subject because so many software companies exist and it has now become so hard to choose who is the best. There is also some bonus content so listen in to find out what else is in store for this month's Q&A!  Want to be a guest or h...

Ever wonder how to fix your money problems? Well, I will give you a little secret... it's not with money! Chandler has been on the podcast before but gave his expert opinion on insurance and benefits. Today he dives in deep with Daniel about money. What is a 401k, simple IRA, Roth IRA, etc. They also talk about what companies can do to provide benefits to employees and what employees can do t...

Growing? Trying to grow? Wanting to grow? This is a great question for all pest control companies. Also one of the scariest things a company faces... actually what the owner faces. That is talking money with employees!!! When it comes to money, raises, bonuses, etc. what do you have in place to make sure this goes smoothly? Well if you don't have any ideas or are not sure what to do listen in...

This very late Q&A episode comes from a great place! Daniel and Aaron are both running around crazy this summer but found time to answer a great question from one of the listeners. If you ever wanted to switch from a power sprayer to a backpack sprayer listen in to how Daniel implemented this in his companies. One company did it over 5 years ago and the most recent was done just 2 years ago. ...