Bug Bux Podcast

Bug Bux Podcast is designed to help pest control owners start and rapidly scale their company. The hosts, Eric Bassett and Jake Claus, are experts in the pest industry, and they are committed to providing the best guests and resources to help entrepreneurs. Their goal is to help you become a bug money millionaire.  

Eric Bassett started out as a door-to-door sales representative in 2008. Then he quickly worked his way into upper management and a sales director role before joining Natura as an owner and Vice President. His areas of expertise are inside sales and customer service training, organizational leadership development, and business strategy. He's also an Associate Certified Entomologist. You can follow his journey on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram @iamericbassett

Jake Claus started his journey in the pest control world in 2005, selling door-to-door for brands across Idaho, California, and Texas until he and his wife, Jana, started Natura Pest Control in the Portland, Or/Vancouver, Wa area in 2013. Jake loves the science and service side of pest control, as well as developing innovative ways to grow and expand his business. Personal development and pursuing his vision for his business and family achievements are his number one endeavor. Aside from being the President and Founder of Natura Pest Control, Jake is also an Associate Certified Entomologist, Structural Pest Inspector, and holds licenses in every major category of structural pest control. Jake is also a part-time paid Firefighter/EMT with his local fire department.

Episode 191: The Power & Pitfalls of Partnerships with Allan Draper
Jun 12, 2025 – 24:37
Episode 190: Mayor, Firefighter, Pest Pro: The Wild First Year of Matt Alexander
Jun 5, 2025 – 47:20
Episode 189: The Spy Who Loved Bugs: Global Pest Control, Mad Science & the Future of Insecticides
May 29, 2025 – 53:35
Episode 188 : Beating the Algorithm: How AI is Rewriting Marketing Rules for Pest Control Companies
May 22, 2025 – 48:38
Episode 187: Behind the Scenes of the NPMA with Dr. Jim Fredericks
May 15, 2025 – 47:15
Episode 186: Nailing the Knock: Mastering Door-to-Door Sales with Eric Bassett & Jake Claus
May 8, 2025 – 01:02:33
Episode 185: Scaling through Unity and Extreme Ownership with Aaron Davis
May 1, 2025 – 51:40
Episode 184: How to Reduce Customer Cancellations and Boost Retention Rates
Apr 24, 2025 – 45:06
Episode 183: Rain, Snow, and Pests—Oh My! Pest Control Protocols for Every Forecast
Apr 17, 2025 – 31:48
Episode 182: Crushing Sales Barriers and Revolutionizing Field Teams with Paiv
Apr 10, 2025 – 50:45
Episode 181: Bug Bux Con Recap: A First Time Success and What’s Next
Apr 3, 2025 – 53:44
Episode 185: Scaling through Unity and Extreme Ownership with Aaron Davis
Apr 1, 2025 – 51:40
Episode 180: Industry insights and innovations with Nick Grisafe from Syngenta
Mar 27, 2025 – 36:49
Episode 179: Mastering Product Inventory & Strategy with Pest Management Supply
Mar 20, 2025 – 43:16
Episode 178: Breaking Barriers in Pest Control: Eve Pappas’ Inspiring Journe
Mar 13, 2025 – 48:49
Episode 177: Big accounts, Big Opportunities: How to Land and Manage Large Property Management Deals
Mar 6, 2025 – 33:52
Episode 176: Unlocking Growth with Wolfpack Advising
Feb 27, 2025 – 49:43
Episode 175: “This or That” Pest Control Edition
Feb 20, 2025 – 34:20
Episode 174: Inside Sales Revolution: How Vult is Changing Industry Growth
Feb 13, 2025 – 49:01
Episode 173: The Power of People: Josh Schiffman’s key to Building a Legacy
Feb 6, 2025 – 56:34
Episode 172: Mastering Price Increases and Customer Retention
Jan 30, 2025 – 48:55
Episode 171: Unconventional Risks, Unexpected Rewards: The Ben Riches Story
Jan 23, 2025 – 48:46
Ep 170: Banker to Bug Guy. Featuring David Morgan from Biggest Bird Pest Control
Jan 16, 2025 – 49:19
Ep 169: Turning Rodents into Revenue
Jan 9, 2025 – 43:03
Ep 168: Acquisitions: The Devil in the Details
Jan 2, 2025 – 31:09
Ep 167: Risks, Revenue, and Recruiting - D2D Scaling Secrets
Dec 26, 2024 – 36:12
Ep 166: Beyond the Door: Scaling D2D Success in Pest Control with Sam Taggart
Dec 19, 2024 – 52:30
Ep 165: The Untold Story of Rentokil Innovation with Dr. Cassie Krejci
Dec 12, 2024 – 44:01
Ep 164: Innovating with Syngenta. Featuring Marshall Gaster, Eric Bassett, and Jake Claus
Dec 3, 2024 – 52:29
Ep 163: Common Pitfalls in Partnerships with Eric Bassett and Jake Claus
Nov 28, 2024 – 36:27
Ep 162: How to Delegate Without Micromanaging with Eric Bassett and Jake Claus
Nov 21, 2024 – 33:26
Ep 161: Actionable Tips to Maximize Productivity with Eric Bassett and Jake Claus
Nov 14, 2024 – 47:05
Ep 160: Behind the Scenes at PestWorld: Tips, Tricks, & Vendor Deals with Eric Bassett and Jake Claus
Nov 7, 2024 – 29:36
Ep 159: How To Roll Out New Company Policies featuring Eric Bassett and Jake Claus
Oct 31, 2024 – 32:14
Ep 158: When to Fire a Customer featuring Eric Bassett and Jake Claus
Oct 24, 2024 – 36:24
Ep 157: Stop Losing Customers featuring Erik Maki with Service First Pest Management
Oct 17, 2024 – 42:40
Ep 156: Building an Empire featuring Allan Draper with .proof Pest Control
Oct 10, 2024 – 44:46
Ep 155: Revolutionizing Referrals featuring Phil Kirkeiner with Baton Leads
Oct 3, 2024 – 42:10
EP 154: Building A Better Tomorrow with Eric Bassett and Jake Claus
Sep 26, 2024 – 40:05
Ep 153: Scripts vs. Genuine Conversations with Eric Bassett and Jake Claus
Sep 19, 2024 – 46:32
Ep 152: D2D Law Updates: Pros and Cons with Eric Bassett and Jake Claus
Sep 12, 2024 – 38:55
Ep 151: Why Customer Education Is A Game Changer featuring Paul Townsend with Animal & Insect Pest Management Inc.
Sep 5, 2024 – 45:50
Ep 150: Green Initiatives and Multi-Generational Success featuring Noah Besheer with Gunter Pest and Lawn
Aug 29, 2024 – 43:43
Ep 149: Turning Pain into Purpose featuring Eric Bassett, Jake Claus, and Jana Claus with Natura Pest Control
Aug 22, 2024 – 01:08:59
Ep 148: Growth, Expansion, and Acquisitions Through Networking featuring Michael Bosco with SafeHaven Pest Control
Aug 15, 2024 – 43:39
Ep 147: Creating a Culture of Success featuring Josh Fleenor with Pest Pros Pest Solutions
Aug 8, 2024 – 42:47
Ep 146: Political Stances and Your Pest Control Company featuring Eric Bassett and Jake Claus
Jul 31, 2024 – 34:44
Ep 145: Important Marketing Updates with LSA and Local SEO featuring Mat Rogers with Lizard SEM
Jul 25, 2024 – 39:01
Ep 144: 20 Tips to Grow Your PCC with Eric Bassett and Jake Claus
Jul 18, 2024 – 47:30
Ep 143: Leveraging NPMA and PPMA Tools featuring Jim Fredericks with the National Pest Management Association
Jul 11, 2024 – 43:15

Recent Reviews

Maradness

Growing Company

My wife and I started our own pest control company in 2018. To say navigating and scaling on your own is arduous, is an understatement! Eric and Jake make growing it easier by sharing, mentoring, teaching and the list goes on. These episodes are addictive and leave you wanting to know more. We’re very thankful to you guys for creating this for our industry.
Exclusive Pest

Gold Mine!

I have been a part of the Bug Bux Facebook page for about a year now, I posted a couple months back asking for resources to help me get to the next level and was pointed towards this podcast. This is a literal gold mine for PCO’s at all stages of the journey upward (if growth is your thing), and I’m so thankful for this and the guys who have put so much value into a free resource for the industry. Started at episode 1 a few days ago and I’m not stopping until I’m current!
Bobby Joe Jackson

Solid

Solid podcast with tons of information!! Keep up the great work guys!!!
BetoCortes22

Awesome!!

More than anything I appreciate the values this podcast teaches us and the development focus
pet6713

New listener!

We have owned a pest control business for a few years and are trying to expand. This podcast has been amazing. I started at episode 99, but I’m now back at the beginning, listening and taking lots of notes! Thank you so much!
Hfcsgopykbdswt

More a promotion for their business

This was a great podcast on the past, but it’s more about promoting their coaching business now. There’s even episodes where they withhold information and say you can get what you’re looking for with if you sign up. Their business course is not deep either though. Some lessons go over seven different things about leadership in only a 3 minute lesson. Little to no examples or stories.
Bee-Toe.

Great Resource!

Literally binge listening each episode right now! So inspiring !
ProStrike Pest

PCOs pay attention!

This Podcast is fire! They tell you how it is and what to expect and how to grow your company!
MattyMonstarrr

Must listen for any PCO

I absolutely love this podcast!!! I just started my Pest Control Company this year, and Bug Bux is full of useful advice and things you have to put into action when building a successful Pest company. I’ve gone back to several episodes when ever I have questions on a business decision. Allan and Eric love this business and I love the passion they have for the industry and the will to make it better!!! Thanks Allan and Eric!!!!
yoyomcfluffy

Amazing!!

Been selling for a few years but want to start owning my own business. Met owners before and referred me to here and I have learned so much. Thanks so much for what you do
Hardline_pest

Just started my own company.

I just started my own company here in Gilbert AZ. Stumbled upon this podcast and love the information it gives. Definitely reaffirms some of my decisions I’ve made and makes me second guess others. Great podcast for helping people grow and scale in the right way.
MAM1998

Wow!

I’m a 24 year old tech that that is way too hungry to b a tech for the rest of my life. I’m lucky enough to enjoy being in the pest control industry more than I could’ve thought. I’ve been doing a lot of research on the market growth and opportunities that the pest control market is offering and I can’t wait to expand my repertoire past just killing bugs. I’ve gotten serious, drafted a business plan and have a potential investor. This podcast has provided me so much invaluable information and motivation; I can’t thank y’all enough. Amazing podcast.
bugforceutah

Great info!

2023 marks my first year as a pest control company owner and solo operator. This podcast has helped point me in a direction where I’m feeling comfortable about my future possibilities.
SolisPS

Absolute gold!

Continues to get better and provides so much great information. Great quests with the right questions and overall content. Great guys! Keep up the great work!
ATPS2017

Fantastic Podcast For Modern Pest Control Companies

If you are interested in being the best in pest control this is the podcast. Allen and Eric always have great info and fantastic guests. It has changed the way I view our company and has created a better experience for me and my customers.
CEO Ben

Great podcast!

Very helpful information. I look forward to listening to new episodes!
tksharp27

A Must Listen for any PCO or PCO Wannabe

I’m just about to start my own pest control company after having been involved on the sales side of the industry for 3 years. This podcast is gold! I go away from every episode with another tool or angle to look at things and excitement to get things done.
Lucas-Lucas

Getting ready to take the next step

This podcast is Awesome! I look forward to each and every episode it gives me a hope to become a entrepreneur in the near future by taking notes and working on a plan Thank you guys for all the knowledge you put out into every episode continue to pave the way for generations thank You!
theOrkinGirl

From A Female Termite Tech

This pod is amazing while I’m stuck in attics and crawlspaces all day I literally look forward to putting my earphones on and listening to you guys amazing!!!!!
Lil Dicckie

Great podcast!

Love the podcast, great information that covers a ton of different topics across our industry. If you’re looking to scale your bug company, these guys will make you bug killing millionaires. 😎
Sissy girl💗

Great Podcast

Out of all the pest control podcasts I listen to this is my favorite! I highly recommend for professionals currently in the field and for those just starting out. Each episode I learn so much and they have great personalities!
ballenbd

Great resource for pest control owners

This is a great tool for new and existing businesses!
jm the bug guy

Great and practical podcast

Every week i look forward to hear the latest piece of wisdom or practical tip to implement in my pest control business. Allan and Eric are great in sharing their experience and bringing relevant experts to the table.
B~raid

Fantastic!

As someone looking to open my own pest control company, no other source has had more useful information. Every episode is extremely informative and motivating. Much of the content would be useful to anyone looking to open or grow a small business but, in the pest industry nothing is better and it’s free!
josh5cowboys

Super Super motivating !!!!!

These guys are super motivational and inspiring me to be my best person, and succeed in new adventures!!!
Jeffersonsessions

Great Pod

Great pair of bug bros talking bug business. A definite must listen for any owner or if you are thinking about stating your own pest control company.
Nolank15

Bug Bux 🔥

Great podcast for pest control owners/employees at any stage! Thank you for all of the tips and tricks! 🕷🕸
Dawgpound3

Full of AMAZING information!

Every episode I listen to I get VERY useful information and nuggets that I can apply to my business!! The best podcast out there if you want to scale and grow your pest control business! Thank you for what you do!
Joshfromcali

Super helpful

I’ve listened to about 10 episodes since I discovered this podcast in the last week. Great content so far.
Bigdaddyfatstakz

Content

Great content and learned a few things from the guest.
GreennEyess

Great resource

Allan, Eric, and Solomon have so much knowledge and insight that they share with you on how to take your bug biz to the next level. Not only do they share this experience, but they also manage to get relevant business experts as guests who bring so much additional value to the discussion. What a great resource guys!
dsmwaco

The best business podcast out there!

Allan, Eric, Solomon, and the rest of the team are fantastic. And even more, you get real actionable advice from awesome guests that you can implement tomorrow. There simply isn't a better podcast out there to grow a pest company.
insightNW

Incredibly realistic!

I love the content of this channel! So many think it’s so easy to start a pest control company let alone scale it. So many good points on how to sustain the pest control business
Ninjatony9

Good show but…

I’ve been listening to this show for about 6 months now. I’ve really enjoyed the content and guest. My only gripe is that sometimes Allen talks way more than the guest he has on. I get that it’s his podcast and he can talk as much as he wants, but if you have a interesting/cool guest on, let them talk! Sometimes they only get a few ideas out after their introduction and Allan talking the rest of the time.
paulflp

Great info

Listened to the first 10 episodes so far. Lots of great guests and information.
Mdcroz

Amazing podcast!

Thank you guys for taking the time to put this podcast together. I have benefit from it tremendously. I appreciate all your efforts.
NexTech pest control

Wow!!!

Really great info from the start up guy to the ready to grow guy.
8474012424

Suprised

Just finished listening to Ep. 22. For having two owners not knowing that techs go out and sale service surprises me since these two know who insight pest is that insight allow their techs to sale services as well for Terminix allows their license techs to sell services.. There are plenty of pest companies allow their techs sale services….
jimmy 52890

Truly thinking outside the box !

Giving very helpful information to the PMPs.
Ranger117 Nate

Gold mine of information

Solomon and Alan do a great job and they have some very savvy people on their show. If you work in the pest control industry and have limited listening time, this is the podcast for you. Worth every minute!
BeckyPoulin

I highly recommend listening to this podcast

I highly recommend listening to this podcast weekly. The guests and hosts talk about ways to start or scale your pest control company.
LukeLewisFL

Best pest control business podcast

If you want to scale your pest control business into a multi-million dollar, profit generating machine, Bug Bux podcast will help get you there. Solomon and Allan are experts in the pest industry and are able to use their experience running six figure companies to help you accelerate your business growth. I own a pest control business and through listening to this podcast, I have already made changes that will generate over a million dollars in additional revenue next year.
Embro343

The real deal!

I love this podcast and also follow Solomon and Allan on LinkedIn. Everyone in Pest should be listening to this podcast, although it seems like everyone does 😂
Mark.2022

Two great people

These guys know what they’re talking about. And they’re fun to listen to.
Meryn22tfh

Good listen for any business owner

Worthwhile lessons for pest control owners and managers. Entertaining and thought provoking.
8CS22

Look forward to these each week!

I’m learning something new each time I listen to them. Great content!
Tuckhub

Great info

These guys have all the info and share it all. They know how to grow a pest control and have helped others do it. Awesome
Billbur75

Bill B

I’ve been listening for the last couple weeks and I’m completely blown away by the knowledge and expertise these guys have. I’ve been in the industry for 24 years and opened my own business 3 years ago. Definitely has me rethinking and analyzing everything I’ve been doing right and more importantly what I’ve been doing wrong!!! Tons of revelations here on this podcast!!!
Brian Devera

Great Insight

Smart business owners are always gathering information from industry peer’s and injecting some of it into their operation. Keep up the good work!!! From the staff at Mrs.Bzzz Pest & Termite Solutions
QuincyWJ

Wish this was available years ago

This is an awesome podcast. I just wish it was around when i started my pest control company 7yrs ago. I look forward to each episode. Thanks for sharing value and putting in the work