Allan Draper on How To LAUNCH a Pest Control Business, Lead Generation, and Hiring Tactics

In this episode of Pest Control Legends, Dan Leibrandt interviews Allan Draper, co-founder of Proof Pest Control—a $100 million company operating in seven states. Allan isn't just the man behind Proof; he's a seasoned entrepreneur who has successfully grown over 25 businesses, many in pest control and home services, beyond the million-dollar mark.In this conversation, Allan reveals exactly how he'd launch a pest control business today, outlining precise strategies for the critical first 30-90 days, and offers candid insights into where your marketing dollars should go. He breaks down the pros and cons of door-to-door sales, Google Ads, and other lead-generation channels, sharing actionable advice for companies at different growth stages.Beyond marketing, Allan dives deep into the essentials of hiring technicians, office staff, and building a thriving company culture. He emphasizes the underestimated power of online reviews in customer retention, hiring, and brand building. Allan also provides practical tips on getting your books in order, ideal profit margins, and crucial software recommendations to scale your pest control company effectively.Whether you're just starting out or aiming to take your pest control business to new heights, Allan Draper's wealth of experience and strategic mindset will give you the clarity and confidence needed to grow your own pest control empire.Allan Draper, Founder of Proof Pest Control:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realallandraper/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allan.draper.1LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allanrdraper/Website: https://allandraper.com/Dan Leibrandt, Host of Pest Control Legends:Facebook: https://facebook.com/DanLeibrandtOfficial  LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/danleibrandt/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanLeibrandt   Website: https://danleibrandt.comPest Control Legends Platforms:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PestControlLegends Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/46XRaco5nPWcqHWIoQ2eZ5Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pest-control-legends/id1768175212Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b060991d-e5d5-4683-b83f-8db469714ba7/pest-control-legends Podcast Chapters:00:00 Introduction to AlLan Draper01:17 Starting a Pest Control Company Today06:19 Growth Journey of Proof Pest Control11:07 Trends in the Pest Control Industry14:40 The Importance of Brand for Small Companies23:13 Common Problems in Pest Control Companies28:37 Hiring the Right People35:21 Growing Your Company39:46 Residential vs. Commercial Accounts42:16 Recommended Business Books45:05 Final Advice For Pest Control Owners#allandraper #proofpestcontrol #pestcontrol #pestcontrolmarketing #pestcontroladvertising #pestcontrolleads #pestcontrolbusiness #pestcontrolads