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The Saddest Termite Job I Ever Sold & The Smile Of A Mad Man

It’s amazing how I could go from a top salesman one month and find myself scraping bottom over the next 30 day stretch. My downward spiral in sales would be unacceptable anywhere else but might have been understandable in this … Continue reading

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CYA Your Termite Real Estate Inspection 6 & 7

The termite inspection: It’s given away for free from canvassing salesman just looking for a reason to get in the door. It’s part of the annual renewal process to extend the termite treatments guarantee. It’s comfort to the worried homeowner … Continue reading

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Making complex wdo inspections simple

Recently I sent one of my techs out on a wdo (wood destroying organism) inspection and I was amazed that it took him well over 2 hours to perform. Normally I do all the inspections for my company because of … Continue reading

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The Definition Of A Termite Infestation

Sometimes there is confusion as to whether or not you have a termite infestation or not. On one hand the exterminator is telling you he sees evidence like a mud tunnel, some damage or even the wings left behind from … Continue reading

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My Job Is To Know What It Isn’t, Not What It Is

What would you think of me if I told you I didn’t know every single wood infesting bug that is out there or that may be in your home? Would you think of me as unqualified to service your home … Continue reading

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A wood rotten lady

I’m used to people following me in my job and asking questions as I go but this lady did a little more than most. She pointed out almost every dimple in the wall paper or scratch on the baseboard and wanted a full explanation of why it wasn’t a termite or some other wood destroying bug Continue reading

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