J & J Pest Control Inc.

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J & J Pest Control, Inc was incorporated in 1987 by Joe Johnson and Jerry and Betty Mackey. Shortly after opening Jim Rix joined as a partner. Current owners are Betty Mackey and Jim Rix. In the early years we introduced our services by knocking on doors, and quickly had a customer base. Many changes have taken place over the years of being in business. For the first few months, we tried to operate out of our homes, but we soon realized we wanted to establish a commercial office. We opened our first office at 6610 Burnet Road in 1987, and in 1999 relocated to our present location at 7413 Burnet Road. In 2004 J & J acquired Austin Termite and Pest Control, a company in Wimberley, Texas. We quickly merged the company with J & J Pest Control and still service many of the original customers. Jerry and Betty's son Tyson Mackey came to work in the company in 2005. In 2007 Jim Rix retired but is still active in consultation. Currently Betty and Tyson are still active and working in the company. With so many wonderful customers and great employees, we have grown from nothing to a great little business. Currently, we have a wonderful staff and look forward to many more years of service. I hold the business license for the company, and have always actively worked in the business. I specialize in the accounting and management duties as well as any thing else that needs to be done. I live in the Hill Country with my horses and dogs, and enjoy riding cutting horses and ranch sorting. I have one son, Tyson, who is a big part of the company as well as my life. I look forward to many more years of service with this business and appreciate each and every customer. Jim joined as a partner in the early days and actively worked as a manager and certified applicator for twenty years. Jim was born in California and has had a varied employment history prior to pest Control. After moving to Texas and working at Manor Downs, Jim changed careers to pest control. He has two grown daughters and four grandchildren. He and his wife, Pam, have both retired and moved to Las Cruces, New Mexico where they enjoy gardening, volunteering, and just living the good life. Monica came to work for J & J in December of 2005. Her position is the hub of the company and is basically in charge of everything from scheduling jobs to ordering products. She is a great sales person as well and being most congenial with everyone. Monica started her career as a member of the United States Navy. Since leaving the Navy she has had a varied background of employment with talent in sales and managing. She even owned her own business for several years, but decided to get back into the workforce. Monica manages all phases of our operation and is glad to help anyone with their concerns. She recently became a state certified pest control technician. Monica also serves as President of the Austin Pest Control Association, and has been instrumental in improving our association. This also enables her to be current on industry updates and changes. She is a valued addition to our team. Mike has been working with J & J since December 1998. Before being employed with us, Mike worked for two other pest control companies for a total combined pest management experience of 27 years. Mike has been with us through many changes including moving the office location and Jim's retirement, and he has been a stable addition through it all. When Jim retired Mike became the Certified Applicator responsible for the company. He is a great person with a kind disposition, and many of our customers don't want anyone else to service their account. His termite experience is very beneficial to the business. He is originally from Baltimore, Maryland but has lived in Texas for over 20 years. Mike lives in North Austin with his wife and dog, and enjoys concerts and sports. We plan on Mike's employ for many years to come. Tyson began working for the company in June of 2005. After being trained by Jim Rix, and Mike Ball,