2009 Torch Award Winners

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Pest Patrol
782 US Highway 80 E 


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 Owners of Pest PatrolPest Patrol is a family run business owned by Debbie and Weldon Hurt. They are about to celebrate their 18th anniversary. The company says that their merits are based directly on our Human Resources. Everyone who works at the company must be honest and sincere. The company also doesn’t use contracts. Instead they use service agreements that guarantee customers set prices and procedures for extended service programs. But, the customer can refuse service at anytime. They want their customers to want and need their service and not fee obligated because of a contract.

All of this pays off in customer comments like these, “The Hurts have been our exterminators for the last 10 years and we are completely satisfied with the quality of their work and the courtesies of the employees. Their company stands behind the work they have performed and offer many incentives to the customers, such as retreats, warranties etc.”

Precision Unlimited Inc.
410 Locust St.

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Ron Smith is President of Precision Unlimited, founded in 1988. He began in the self-serve car wash business. Over the years the company, added heating and air conditioning, and this year opened a new showroom and offices at 4408 S Clack. The company has diversified into its newest area with Abilene Fireplaces and More. They even boast Abilene’s first dog wash facility.

Precision UnlimitedThe company’s Code of Ethics states in part: “We will maintain a wholly professional attitude and behavior toward our customers, our fellow contractors, our own employees, our suppliers and the public at large”. Their customers agree, “When my unit finally gives up and dies, I’ll call Precision out to replace it even if they’re not the lowest price. I appreciate the kind of service they provide. It gives me confidence in their continued service and the products they sell”.

The customer that nominated Precision also recognized the company’s commitment to the community. “They are tops in expertise, diligence, courtesy and best of all integrity”. The management team of Precision are actively involved in the Food Bank of West Central Texas, Christian Service Center, ACCA Vocational Education for AISD, Key City Kiwanis and Lions Clubs.