You’re starting your own pest control business, and the first thing you’ve decided is that you’re wearing a suit to work like Men in Black, and fashioning the spray gun on your hose to look like a tri-barrel plasma gun. So, what’s next?
After you’ve sorted your branding and budget, it’s time to consider what kind of equipment you’re going to need. Many pest control equipment providers will try and sell you pre-made packages with set equipment that you may never use. If you’re specialising in one area of pest control, such as termite management, it can get tricky to find a good deal on the right set up. And one that can be seamlessly integrated into your brand spanking new work ute. The trick is to find an equipment provider that offers custom vehicle spray units, where you get to pick only the gear you need, with the highest quality, for an unbeatable price.
Austates’ pest control vehicle spray units
Austates are renowned for their reliable, high-quality pest control vehicle rigs, specifically designed by you to make your working days easier. Simply pick the equipment you need, configure the layout, and Austates will put it all together to fit perfectly in the back of your ute tray bed or van! It looks swish, and you only pay for what you need! Better still, when designing your custom fit out, you’ll receive advice from a team that has been working in the industry for over 25 years. They’ll be able to advise you on the best gear to suit your business, and how to arrange it for maximum efficiency on a day-to-day basis.
Still scratching your head over what essential equipment you should start off with? We’ve put together a list of the top five products vital to the success of every pest controller to get the ball rolling!
1. Sturdy, retractable hose reel
A hose reel is the bread and butter of most pest control spray units. Many pest controllers use a hose on a daily basis for the distribution of chemicals. And if you’re using a hose reel every day, you want to ensure that it doesn’t tangle the hose easily, causing blockages or tears. Choosing a retractable hose reel will make your life a lot easier if your hose is over 50M long, rather than working out those guns on a manual crank (that’s what the gym is for!). You can even get a hose reel that’s motor-driven and operated by a remote control – now that’s technology for you!
2. Space efficient, UV stabilised spray tanks
It’s important to always comply with safety regulations when storing and transporting pest control chemicals. This means keeping harmful chemicals out of the way of the general public, and out of the cab of your work vehicle. Ensure that the tanks you choose are suitable for housing specific chemicals and that the material they’re made out of is UV stabilised to combat those hot Summer days! It’s often a good idea to purchase spray tanks of the same brand so that they will fit together in the most space efficient manner, leaving room for other equipment around them.
3. Lockable storage boxes
Speaking of keeping potentially harmful chemicals locked away, secure storage boxes should be the next essential item on your list. No doubt you’ll be called out to a few shady areas of town at some point on the job, and you want to be able to rest assured that all your gear is safe in your work vehicle. Furthermore, storage boxes are the best way to separate your equipment so that it’s tidily organised and easy to find. A neat work vehicle makes for a professionally presented business and cuts down on the time you waste rummaging around, trying to find the right tools on the job!
4. Reliable sprayer
Sometimes you may need to get out and about with a small hand sprayer to get up into the nooks and crannies of a house or backyard. Depending on the type of jobs you envision yourself undertaking, and your own personal preference, you may go for either a backpack sprayer or a trolley sprayer. There’s also the option of a battery-powered sprayer or one that is operated by a hand pump. It’s always useful to have a small sprayer with you, in case you need to venture to areas that the hose from your vehicle won’t reach, or spray a different chemical without replacing the one in your vehicle’s spray tank.
5. Spill Kit
When you’re running your own business, and you’re the sole employee and boss, it can be easy to let safety slip through the cracks. But it’s vital that you stay on top of compliance at all times, for the sake of your own health and the good of your business. Having a spill kit in your work vehicle is always a good idea, especially when dealing with corrosive chemicals. If anything does go wrong on a job, it means you can clean it up quick smart. Even if you make a mistake and presume a client is never calling upon your services again because of it, you would be surprised how many people will give you a second chance if you act professionally and efficiently to rectify the issue.
Eager to get started designing your personal pest control vehicle setup? Contact Austates today!
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