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June 30 on the calendar marks EOFY for Australian pest and building management businesses.
Business Management

5 EOFY Tips for Your Pest Control or Building Inspection Business

On one hand, end of financial year (EOFY) can be the perfect time to cash in on great promotions and discounts across all kind of materials, equipment and more for your business – including car sales. This may be of particular interest if your pest or building services company needs new electrical equipment, office furniture,

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AEPMA President Vasilios Tsoutouras talks about Pesticon 2023
Industry Insights

‘Get involved, you won’t regret it’ – AEPMA President on Pesticon 2023

The biggest event in the pest management industry calendar, Pesticon 2023, is taking place at The Star Gold Coast from 16 to 18 August this year. Hosted by the Australian Environmental Pest Managers Association Limited (AEPMA) and supported by Rapid Solutions, it brings together suppliers and stakeholders for three days of sharing ideas and learning

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pet owner keeps cat safely away from the house during a pest control treatment
Industry Insights

5 Tips for Pet Safety During Pest Control

Pet safety during pest control is a must – it’s something you absolutely have to practice. Your customers’ pets are their loved ones and, as a trusted service provider, you have an obligation to do the best thing by them too. After all, getting rid of pests while keeping everyone in the family safe is

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A pest control truck setup idea
Business Management

How To Set Up Your Pest Control Truck

Recently, we asked our Rapid Solutions Facebook community for hints and tips on the best pest control truck setup. We recognise that every pest control business is different so knew it was worthwhile collecting opinions from various in-the-know sources. Some prefer one vehicle over another and others have a setup that works for them but

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cockroach exploring its habitat
Industry Insights

Celebrating Cockroach Pest Control Heroes for the Great Work They Do

Pest control covers such a wide range of creepy crawlies, yet some inspire more fear in customers than others. Cockroach pest control is a great example. While cockroaches don’t cause property damage the way termites do and may not sting like bees they certainly make people shriek and run. The year-round warm weather we experience

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pest control business cost is demonstrated with a dead cockroach lying on its back behind a yellow 'pest control' sign
Business Management

How To Start A Pest Control Business In 2023

If you’re reading this you’re likely looking to start an essential service in an industry with high demand year round. Clever move. In Australia, our flourishing insect ecosystem makes pest control an essential service. As of 2022, the industry has a market size of $1.4 billion and is expected to grow steadily. Starting a pest control

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