BOB'S STORY
The Early Days
Getting his name out in the community.
At the age of 17, Bob took over his uncle’s meat processing plan. After serving four years in the Air Force, he made arrangements to purchase his uncle’s business upon his return. Bob dedicated 16 years to running the business, successfully establishing a strong reputation in the community before retiring at the age of 36.
During his retirement, Bob fulfilled a dream of traveling the world, visiting the places he had always longed to see. After two years of enjoying the retired life, he decided to re-enter the workforce, joining Orkin for about a year. He then spent the next decade with Eco Lab, where he honed his skills and perfected his craft in pest control.
With over 10 years of extensive experience in the industry, Bob felt inspired to start his own venture, leading to the creation of Bob the Bug Man. His guiding motto has always been: “If you take care of the customer, the customer will take care of you.” This philosophy continues to shape the values and service excellence that define his business today.
Where It All Started
The Origin of Bob the Bug Man
The story of Bob the Bug Man begins with a simple yet memorable interaction. During his service calls, Bob often encountered curious children who would ask their mothers, “Who’s that?” The mothers would reply, “That’s Bob The Bug Man.” After hearing this delightful phrase repeatedly, Bob decided that if he ever started his own business, he would proudly call it “Bob The Bug Man.” After all, when young children can remember your name, it’s a sign of success!
Bob's initial focus was on farms, specifically providing effective fly control solutions. In his first year, he took to door-to-door sales and managed to sign up nearly 100 farm accounts, establishing a strong foundation for his business. From there, he expanded into commercial and residential pest control, experiencing exponential growth in the process.
In addition to his unique name, Bob also embraced a distinctive vehicle to promote his business. He drove a small yellow bug car, which not only turned heads but also served as a memorable symbol of his brand. This eye-catching vehicle helped him garner attention and further spread the word about Bob the Bug Man.