Yard Patrol Pros: Eco-Friendly Innovation in Outdoor Pest Control

Yard Patrol Pros, originally established as Mozzie Dome in 2022 in Greenville, South Carolina, is a forward-thinking franchise specializing in environmentally responsible mosquito and pest control services.

In 2024, the brand underwent a strategic rebranding to become Yard Patrol Pros, aligning its identity more closely with its mission to provide safe and sustainable outdoor pest solutions.

The company is headquartered in Huntersville, North Carolina, and operates under the umbrella of HomeFront Brands, a platform known for supporting emerging property service franchises. Yard Patrol Pros offers a range of services designed to protect residential, commercial, and special event spaces from mosquitoes, fleas, ticks, and other biting insects.

Their approach includes barrier treatments and natural solutions that prioritize the health and safety of people, pets, and the environment. This commitment to eco-friendly practices ensures that clients can enjoy their outdoor spaces without the concerns associated with traditional chemical treatments. The franchise differentiates itself through its dedication to sustainability and personalized service.

Training

Mozzie Dome offers a well-defined training framework to equip franchisees and their teams with the skills needed for successful operations:

1. Initial Training Program
   Franchisees and up to two representatives must complete a 5-day Initial Training Program at the franchisor’s headquarters in Huntersville, North Carolina, or another designated location. This training must be completed within 90 days of signing the agreement and before the business begins operations. It covers brand standards, operations, and use of proprietary systems.
2. Remedial Training
   If a franchisee is found non-compliant with operational standards, they may be required to attend up to 5 additional days of remedial training annually. This can be held on-site or at the corporate office, with all associated costs—including tuition, travel, and lodging—borne by the franchisee.
3. Additional and Refresher Training
   The franchisor may require up to 10 days of additional or refresher training each year, or up to 20 days in cases of non-compliance. These sessions are designed to update franchisees on system improvements or correct performance issues and may occur in-person or through virtual formats.
4. Optional and On-Demand Training
   Franchisees can request optional or consulting training services at their expense. These may be delivered via webinars, printed materials, or on-site support, subject to staff availability and current training fees.

Territory Protection

Mozzie Dome grants franchisees a Designated Territory where, so long as the franchisee is not in default, the franchisor will not establish or license another franchised business using the same system and marks.

This protected area is typically based on 75,000 qualified households and is defined in the franchise agreement. However, the protection is limited to that specific territory and does not include broader exclusivity. The franchisor reserves the right to operate through other channels, such as online sales or affiliate businesses, even within a franchisee's Designated Territory.

Franchisees may provide services in adjacent open territories, but only with written approval and under specific conditions set forth in the operations manual. Additionally, the franchisor may revoke these rights at any time, and franchisees have no first-refusal rights or future claims on those open territories.