Safe Spot Pest Control

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Owner/President Information - Kendall J. Washington

  • Valedictorian of the Goldman Sachs 10K Small Buisnesses Program, 2011
  • Department of Agriculture Licensee
  • Graduate of Louisiana State University's Summer Pest Control Institute
  • Bachelor of Arts in Urban Studies and Public Policy from Dillard University, 1996
  • Graduate of De La Salle High School in New Orleans, Louisiana

 

Major Decisions Along the Way

  • To form my own company was a major decision and the realization of a lifelong dream.
  • To re-establish my business in New Orleans post-Katrina.
  • To purchase web-based software programs allowing us to operate more efficiently.
  • To create jobs and economic opportunities while meeting clientele demands.
  • To extend our service area 150 miles from our home office
  • To bid the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans contract as a prime bidder. (Safe Spot Pest Control was awarded the contract.)

 

Important Metrics Describing Safe Spot Pest Control's Progress

  • Number of employees increased from 2 full time employees to 4 full time employees and 1 part time employee.
  • Safe Spot Pest Control has rebounded stronger than ever after losing over 90% of its contracted customers due to Hurricane Katrina.
  • Over $100,000 in annual termite renewals.
  • Over seven years in business without outside financing.
  • Safe Spot Pest Control is currently operating debt free.
  • All vehicles and equipment are owned outright by Safe Spot Pest Control.
  • Currently 1,865 total sites/accounts with active programs.
  • Presently providing pest control services for over 2,000 apartment units monthly.

 

Major Commercial Customers

  • Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans
  • Interstate Realty Property Management
  • JW Drennan Contractors
  • CDW Service Contractors
  • Doucette & Associated Contractors
  • Myers & Sons Construction
  • Parkcrest Builders
  • Viewpoint Development
  • Chisesi Investments
  • Multifamily Management, Inc.
  • Community Property Management
  • Housing Authority of New Orleans
  • Paramount One

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Safe Spot Pest Control • 10709 Chef Menteur, Suite 4 • New Orleans, LA 70127 • Office: (504) 280-0058 • Fax: (504) 243-5125