Buzzkill | Pest Control, Integrity, and Building a Business that Lasts with Richard Mancias

Send us a text The Plant Movement Podcast is back in a brand-new studio for a milestone Episode 80, featuring a powerful conversation with Richard Mancias, owner of Buzzkill Pest Control & Fertilization. With over 15 years of experience specializing in outdoor pest control for lawns and ornamentals, Richard shares his journey from starting out at a landscape company in the mid-2000s to building his own business based on honesty, service, and results. Richard takes us back to the days when fig whitefly devastated South Florida landscapes, forcing homeowners and landscapers to find urgent solutions. He explains how the industry has evolved, the importance of rotating chemicals to prevent resistance, and why knowledge and timing are everything when treating pests like aphids, thrips, and whiteflies. But this episode goes far beyond pest control. Richard opens up about: • The importance of doing the little things right and treating every property with care. • Building strong relationships between landscapers, pest control professionals, and irrigation specialists. • Why owner-operators bring more passion and accountability than large corporations. • His philosophy of service: “As long as I keep doing good work, everybody keeps eating.” We also dive into the realities of running a business—pricing, investing in the right equipment, and the mental battle of overcoming self-doubt. Richard talks about his decision to give up drinking, the clarity it brought him, and how he’s reshaped his life and business with discipline, respect, and a focus on serving others. For landscapers, business owners, and anyone chasing growth in 2025, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom, raw honesty, and inspiration. Richard’s story is proof that success isn’t about shortcuts, it’s about accountability, relationships, and doing what’s right for the long run. Tune in and get inspired by Episode 80 of The Plant Movement Podcast. BuzzKill Insect Control and Fertilization Call: (305) 484-8620 Email: buzzkillcf@gmail.com Follow IG: https://www.instagram.com/Buzzkill305 The Plant Movement Podcast Email: eddie@theplantmovementnetwork.com & willie@theplantmovementnetwork.com Call: (305) 216-5320 Web: https://www.theplantmovement.com Follow Us: IG: https://www.instagram.com/theplantmovementpodcast A"s Ornamental Nursery WE GROW | WE SOURCE | WE DELIVER Call: (305) 216-5320 Web: https://www.asornamental.com Follow Us: IG: https://www.instagram.com/asornamentalnursery The Nursery Growers Call: 786-522-4942 Email: info@thenurserygrowers.com IG: www.instagram.com/thenurserygrowers web: www.thenurserygrowers.com Plant Logistics Co. (Delivering Landscape Plant Material Throughout the State of Florida) Call: (305) 912-3098 Web: https://www.plantlogisticsco.com Follow Us: IG: https://www.instagram.com/plantlogistics Directed and Produced by Eddie EVDNT Gonzalez  Disclaimer: The contents of this podcast/youtube video are for informational and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute financial, accounting, or legal advice. I can’t promise that the information shared on my posts is appropriate for you or anyone else. By listening to this podcast/youtube video, you agree to hold me harmless from any ramifications, financial or otherwise, that occur to you as a result of acting on information found in this podcast/youtube video. Support the show