Phone Call Answering Challenges for Pest Control Companies
Growing and managing a pest control business comes with a range of challenges. Heavy call volume is the norm when insect and wildlife activity is high, making it challenging to keep up. New or existing customers may even call you after hours expecting an answer. Urgent calls from panicked customers experiencing a dangerous infestation can’t be ignored when health and safety are on the line.
If you’re expanding into new markets or have a diverse customer base, there may also be language barriers. Clear communication becomes even more complex when Spanish-speaking callers have to describe what they’re seeing and experiencing in their nonnative language.
All of these situations can result in frustrating experiences for your clients, which can put your business’s reputation and profitability at risk. When it comes to phone calls, 90% of consumers expect a response in 10 minutes or less. Those who don’t get an answer or are directed to voicemail will likely call your competition instead.
Every missed call results in the possibility of missed revenue and losing the opportunity to grow your business through positive word-of-mouth recommendations.