The pest control industry has mainly been a male one, but that’s been starting to change in recent years. More and more women are becoming pest control professionals and helping homeowners get rid of unwanted critters.
While just under 4 percent of pest control workers are currently women, the Department of Labor expects that number to increase by around 20 percent over the next 10 years.
Women are feeling more comfortable in the working environment within the industry, and changes in pest control methods are also making a difference. Instead of just going in and spraying pesticides in order to get rid of pests, the industry is moving toward using a wide range of methods that are less harmful and destructive overall.
This provides women in the industry with a chance to use different techniques in the field. It also means that there are more pest control jobs available for women in training, upper management and other areas. Women in the industry have also reported finding pest control a more welcoming field to work in than it was in the past, which is drawing even more women to this line of work.
If you’ve been having a problem with insects, rodents or other household pests, contact Allison Pest Control. Our Monmouth County pest control company can take care of rats, mice, spiders, bees and several other types of pests in and around your home.