As a distributor, understanding the needs of your retail customers is key to successful sales. Different commercial channels attract different end consumers—and they look for different types of insect killers.
Here's your guide to recommending the right Eagle products based on where your customers sell.
1. Supermarket & Hypermarket Chains
Who shops here: Families and individual consumers looking for everyday solutions.
What they buy: Insect killers for home use or outdoor adventures.
Our recommendation (Parts of):
- ZIH (Zapper Indoor Home) Series
- ZIP (Zapper Indoor Plug-in), TIP (Trapper Indoor Plug-in) Series
- Outdoor series (ZOH-Zapper Outdoor Home, ZOS-Zapper Outdoor Solar)
Key tip: Offer a range of price points to appeal to different family budgets.
2. Discount Stores
Who shops here: Value-conscious consumers looking for affordable solutions.
What they buy: Cost-effective products that still get the job done. Price is a major factor in purchasing decisions.
Our recommendation (Parts of):
- ZIP (Zapper Indoor Plug-in) Series
- TIP (Trapper Indoor Plug-in) Series
- Small size of ZIH (Zapper Indoor Home) Series
Key tip: Focus on high-volume, fast-moving items with attractive pricing.
3. DIY Retailers
Who shops here: Primarily men, often homeowners or hobbyists, who are less price-sensitive and value quality and performance.
What they buy: Products under the garden and camping categories. They appreciate rugged, powerful equipment.
Our recommendation (Parts of):
- ZIC (Zapper Indoor Commercial) Series
- Outdoor series (ZOH-Zapper Outdoor Home, ZOS-Zapper Outdoor Solar)
Key tip: Highlight durability, voltage, and coverage area—features this audience cares about.
4. Food Stores (Grocery, Deli, Bakery, etc.)
Who shops here: Two distinct customer types—
- Families and individuals
- Business customers
What they buy: Products that ensure food safety and hygiene. Professional-grade units are often preferred.
Our recommendation (Parts of):
- ZIC (Zapper Indoor Commercial) Series
- TIC (Trapper Indoor Commercial) Series
Key tip: Emphasize compliance with food safety standards and ease of cleaning.
5. Animal Husbandry & Farm Supply Stores
Who shops here: Business customers—farmers, stable owners, and agricultural operations—looking for pest control solutions.
What they buy: Durable, high-performance units that can handle barns, stables, and outdoor farm areas.
Our recommendation (Parts of):
- ZIC (Zapper Indoor Commercial) Series
- ZIH (Zapper Indoor Home) Series
- ZOH (Zapper Outdoor Home) , TOH (Trapper Outdoor Home) Series
Important note: Always recommend appropriately rated equipment.
6. Hotel & Restaurant Supply Stores
Who shops here: Hospitality buyers—hotel managers, restaurant owners, catering companies.
What they buy: Professional-grade pest control solutions that balance effectiveness with guest experience.
Our recommendation (Parts of):
- ZIC (Zapper Indoor Commercial) Series
- TIC (Trapper Indoor Commercial) Series
- ZIH (Zapper Indoor Home) Series
Key tip: Offer a mix of powerful units for service areas and quieter, more aesthetic units for guest-facing spaces.
7. E-commerce & Online Retailers
Who shops here: Everyone—from homeowners to business buyers—shopping online for convenience.
What they buy: A wide range of products, often based on reviews, specifications, and competitive pricing.
Our recommendation:
- Full product range
- Best-sellers
- Specialty items
Key tip: Provide clear specifications, coverage data, and high-quality images to help online buyers make informed decisions.
8. Wholesale Clubs & Cash & Carry
Who shops here: A mix of individual consumers and small business owners buying in bulk.
What they buy: Multi-packs and larger units that offer value for money.
Our recommendation:
- Popular home-use models
- Commercial units
- Seasonal outdoor units
Key tip: Consider special packaging or bundle offers for this channel.
Quick Reference Chart
Commercial Channel | Primary Customers | Recommended Series (Parts of) |
Supermarket/Hypermarket | Families, individuals | ZIH, ZIP, Outdoor |
Discount Stores | Value-conscious consumers | ZIP, TIP, small ZIH |
DIY Retailers | Homeowners, hobbyists | ZIC, Outdoor |
Food Stores | Families + business | ZIC, TIC |
Animal Husbandry | Farmers, agricultural | ZIC, ZIH, ZOH, TOH |
Hotel/Restaurant Supply | Hospitality buyers | ZIC, TIC, ZIH |
E-commerce | All customer types | Full range |
Wholesale Clubs | Bulk buyers | Multi-packs, commercial units |
Need More Guidance?
Every market is different, and your local knowledge is invaluable. Use this guide as a starting point, and always feel free to reach out to our team for specific recommendations.
At Eagle, we're not just your supplier—we're your partner in finding the right solution for every customer.