How This Pest Control Operator Scaled Through Smart Acquisitions

Feeling stretched thin in your pest control business? You’re not alone.

Cody Smith started out running his dad’s route solo — handling everything from sales to service.

In this episode, he shares how he scaled the smart way by acquiring smaller routes, streamlining operations, and building a sales process that converts.

Whether you're looking to grow past $1M or free yourself from the day-to-day, Cody’s journey offers a real-world path to building a business that works for you.

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction
01:45 – Lessons from Working in a Family Business
04:39 – How Cody Scaled His Dad’s Business
06:15 – Top 3 Tips for Successful Small Acquisitions
08:36 – How Smarter Launch Started
11:08 – What Makes a Sales Proposal Actually Work
17:05 – Common Sales Mistakes Pest Control Companies Make
23:41 – Fear, Leadership, and Letting Go
28:33 – Best Resources Cody Recommends 
32:34 – Final Thoughts and Smarter Launch's Vision

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