Deciding to outsource your yard cleanup is a great choice, but handing over access to your property and your pets requires trust. Not all pooper scooper businesses operate with the same level of professionalism. Here is what you need to look for when choosing a pet waste removal service.
1. Do They Haul the Waste Away?
This is the biggest differentiator. Some cheaper services will scoop your yard and then leave the bags of waste in your own personal trash cans. This leaves you dealing with the smell and the flies until trash day. A true professional service will haul the waste away in their own vehicles and dispose of it properly off-site.
2. What is Their Sanitation Policy?
A scooper goes from yard to yard all day long. If they don’t sanitize their tools and boots between stops, they can easily track diseases like parvovirus or parasites from one client’s yard into yours. Always ask if they use a sanitizing solution on their equipment between every single job.
3. Are They Insured?
Any legitimate service business should carry general liability insurance. If a technician accidentally damages your gate, or if an incident occurs on your property, you need to know you are protected. Never hire an uninsured contractor.
4. Clear Communication
You should know exactly what day your service is scheduled. The best companies offer client portals for easy billing, send notifications when they are on their way, and most importantly, guarantee that they will securely latch your gates when they leave.