Mobile home pest control business

Homeowners, tenants and landlords who have an active problem, plus households wanting regular seasonal prevention.

A fixed price per treatment, with extra for return visits and sealing entry points. Seasonal or quarterly plans bring repeat income.

• Learning pest biology and safe product use
• Careful, thorough inspection
• Clear, calm customer communication
• Comfortable in crawl spaces, attics and basements

• Most provinces require certification or a licence to apply pesticides, and rules differ by province (Quebec has its own permit system), so confirm with your provincial regulator
• Only use products registered for use in Canada and follow the label exactly
• Commercial general liability insurance, and check whether your vehicle insurance covers carrying chemicals
• Chemical exposure and working in tight spaces, so use proper protective equipment
• Work is seasonal in many areas: wasps and ants peak in summer, rodents in fall and winter
• Check with your municipality about home-based business rules if you store products at home

Startup costs are estimated at typically around $4,000 to $15,000, depending on your vehicle, equipment, protective gear and insurance. Check whether your vehicle insurance covers carrying chemicals before you buy.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on your area, how many calls you take and whether you add seasonal plans. Work is seasonal in many areas, with wasps and ants peaking in summer and rodents in fall and winter.

Most provinces require certification or a licence to apply pesticides, and rules differ by province, with Quebec having its own permit system. Confirm with your provincial regulator, use only products registered for use in Canada, and follow the label exactly.