A native to North Georgia, Len was taught the value of customer service from his youth working with his
parents in their local grocery store. Len is a North Hall High school graduate and has taken several
courses in business administration and marketing. Len began his career with Orkin Exterminating of
Gainesville. After working at Orkin for four years he then moved to Arrow Exterminators of Cumming. He
was the branch manager of the Cumming/Gainesville branch of Arrow for over 10 years. Len purchased
Cooper Pest Control in December of 2004. He is the state designated certified operator in wood
destroying organisms, household pest control and public health. In addition, he is a DNR certified
nuisance wildlife trapper. Len currently serves as an instructor and the region director for the Georgia
Pest Control Association. He is an ordained baptist minister, pastor of Rock of Christ Baptist Church and
a member of Chestatee Baptist Church. More information about our owner can be found on Facebook.
parents in their local grocery store. Len is a North Hall High school graduate and has taken several
courses in business administration and marketing. Len began his career with Orkin Exterminating of
Gainesville. After working at Orkin for four years he then moved to Arrow Exterminators of Cumming. He
was the branch manager of the Cumming/Gainesville branch of Arrow for over 10 years. Len purchased
Cooper Pest Control in December of 2004. He is the state designated certified operator in wood
destroying organisms, household pest control and public health. In addition, he is a DNR certified
nuisance wildlife trapper. Len currently serves as an instructor and the region director for the Georgia
Pest Control Association. He is an ordained baptist minister, pastor of Rock of Christ Baptist Church and
a member of Chestatee Baptist Church. More information about our owner can be found on Facebook.
| Phone: 706-864-9757 770-983-1557 Fax: 706-864-0036 |
| 6705-C Hwy 52 E Murrayville GA 30564 E-mail: lland@copperminespestcontrol.com |
Quality, Trained Employees Make the Difference
Over 100 Years of Combined Experience
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| It's all about training. Our employees receive over 20 hours of verifiable training each year. All technicians are required to receive 16 hours of recertification credits every two years just to retain their licence. While many may believe thats enough, we pride ourselves on going far beyond that required level. |
| Len G. Land, CEO 23 Years Experience |
| John began his career at Arrow after Len brought him on board in 2001. When Len opened up Coppermines, it didn't take long for John to make the move as well. Prior to this industry, John was a branch manager for Wolf Camera. John comes to us with a degree in science from Rice University. John also attended North Harris College in TX and North Ga. Tech. He is state certified in household pest control and wood destroying organisms. John is also a volunteer fire fighter for White County. John is a member of the Masons, Lumpkin County HBA, Dawson County HBA and the Hall County Board of Realtors. John is also a DNR certified Nuisance Wildlife trapper and heads up our wildlife division. |
| John E. Bushey, Field Supervisor 10 Years Experience |
| Alisa has been with us for the past 6 years working as our administrative assistant scheduling customers and filing the days paperwork. She has her certification in wood destroying organisms and household pest control. Alisa is a graduate of White County High School and currently enrolled in North Ga Tech majoring in Applied Business Technology Diploma. She a member of Chestatee Baptist Church. Alisa was also the 2008 recipient of the Coppermines Pest Control Employee of the Year Award. More information about Alisa can be found on Facebook. |
| Alisa Weakley, Office Manager/Sales 6 Years Experience |
| J. B. Ash, Service Tech. 38 Years Experience |
| Don Winters, Service Tech. 12 Years Experience |
| J.B. takes great pride in letting everyone know that he trained the boss. J.B. retired from Orkin Exterminating after 32 years, but just couldn't leave it. J.B. works part-time with us and heads up our school IPM program. Yes, back in 1987, he was one of the first technicians to train the owner of our company. J. B. is a graduate of Lithonia High School. J.B. recieved the 2009 Employee of the Year and in 2010 he recieved the "Best in 2010 Award" from the Georgia Pest Control Association. J.B.'s vast experience and knowledge of our industry has been a great asset to our company. |
| Don got into this industry late in life. After graduating from Emma Sansom High School, Don attended Gaddiston Jr. College. He soon left Gaddiston AL and signed up for 6 years of duty with the U.S. Navy. Don is a Vietnam Era Vet. After coming home Don went to work as a sheet metal worker. After retiring and coming to Georgia, Don found himself working for Pro-Guard Pest Systems of Atlanta. Don came to work with us about 4 years ago and serves the Dawson and South Lumpkin area. |
| David is also a native of North Georgia. David attended and graduated from Lumpkin County High School. David started his career with us about 6 years ago. David has completed the Structural Pest Control Course, and the Structural Pre-treat Course at the University of Georgia. David is a licenced minister and a member of Chestatee Baptist Church. David was the 2006 recipient of the Coppermines Pest Control Employee of the Year Award. In addition David is a volunteer firefighter in White county and is currently enrolled at North GA Tech where he is taking courses for emergency medical technician. More information can be found about David on Facebook. |
| Josh Land, Service Tech. 4 Years Experience |
| Josh is also a native of North Georgia. He is a graduate of North Hall High School. Josh is a registered tech in HPC & WDO. He is also a DNR nuisance wildlife trapper. Josh is a licenced minister at Canaan Baptist Church. He likes to spend his free time in the woods hunting and fishing. Josh currently runs our White & Hall County route. |
| If you call and need a pre-treat, or if you have a real low crawlspace and need it inspected or treated, or if you need some one to climb a 40 foot ladder and get up on your roof and exclude flying squirrels, Michael is your man. He also began his career at Arrow. Michael is a native of Dahlonega and graduated from Lumpkin County High School. He was the 2010 Employee of the year. Michael is just one of those "go to guys". I've not seen much that he's not willing to do. Michael is also a DNR certified Nuisance Wildlife trapper. |
| Michael Gilstrap, Termite/Wildlife Specialist 5 Years Experience |
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Annette Land,
Accounts Receivables
12 Years Experience
Accounts Receivables
12 Years Experience
We truly are a family run operation. Annette has been married to Len for 23 years. Annette is a graduate
of Forsyth Central High school and a graduate of Gainesville College where she majored in accounting
and business administration. In fact, they met in high school while working together at J&J Foods. After
they were married, she worked at Arrow part-time as a CSR. Annette also drives a school bus for Hall
county. She is a member of Chestatee Baptist Church and the proud mother of her two sons. More
information can be found about Annette on Facebook.
of Forsyth Central High school and a graduate of Gainesville College where she majored in accounting
and business administration. In fact, they met in high school while working together at J&J Foods. After
they were married, she worked at Arrow part-time as a CSR. Annette also drives a school bus for Hall
county. She is a member of Chestatee Baptist Church and the proud mother of her two sons. More
information can be found about Annette on Facebook.
