Effective Date: February 2026
Affordable Pest LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website affordablepest.com (the “Site”) and provides pest control services in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly and transparently. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site, request services, contact us, or interact with us in any way.
By using our Site or services, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site or provide us with any personal information.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
- Information You Provide Directly
When you submit contact forms, request quotes or services, schedule appointments, sign up for communications, or reach out via phone, email, chat, or text, we may collect:- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number (including mobile)
- Service address
- Details about your pest issues or property
- Payment details (processed securely by third-party providers; we do not store full card information)
- Automatically Collected Information
As you browse the Site, we may automatically gather:- IP address
- Browser and device type
- Pages viewed, time spent, and referral sources
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies for analytics and site functionality
- Information from Third Parties
We may receive limited data from analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics) or service partners as needed for operations.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Deliver and improve pest control services (e.g., scheduling, reminders, treatments)
- Respond to inquiries, provide quotes, and offer support
- Send service updates, appointment confirmations, or promotional messages (including via SMS, with your consent)
- Analyze Site performance to enhance user experience
- Process payments and manage accounts
- Comply with legal requirements, prevent fraud, or protect our rights
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We share it only in limited cases:
- With trusted service providers (e.g., website hosting, analytics, payment processors, marketing tools) who assist our operations and are contractually required to protect your data
- With affiliates or subcontractors strictly for service delivery (e.g., field technicians)
- To comply with legal obligations, court orders, or to protect safety and rights
- In the event of a business transfer (e.g., merger or acquisition)
SMS Privacy StatementNo mobile information will be shared with third parties/affiliates for marketing/promotional purposes. All the above categories exclude text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with any third parties.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tools to enhance functionality, remember preferences, and analyze traffic. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect Site features. Third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics) may place their own cookies; refer to their policies for details.
5. Your Choices and Rights
You may have rights under applicable laws (e.g., Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act or similar frameworks), including to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information
- Opt out of marketing communications (including SMS—reply STOP to any text, or use unsubscribe links)
- Withdraw consent where processing relies on it
To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below. We may verify your identity before acting on requests.
6. Data Security
We use reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no internet transmission or storage method is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Site and services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete it immediately.
8. International Users
The Site is hosted in the United States. Accessing it from outside the U.S. means your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where privacy protections may differ.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with a revised effective date. Your continued use of the Site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. We recommend reviewing it regularly.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your information, please reach out to:
Affordable Pest LLC
7405 Alban Station Court, Ste A107
Springfield, VA 22150
Email: info@affordablepest.com
Phone: 703-778-7378
Thank you for choosing Affordable Pest LLC. We value your trust and privacy.