Why Our Pricing & Treatment Are Different

Honest Care. Transparent Pricing. Proven Results.

When you’re dealing with head lice, the last thing you need is confusion, surprise charges, or ineffective treatments. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what many lice removal companies rely on.

At The Lice Chicks, we do things differently — and intentionally so.

Flat-rate, per-service pricing - No surprise bills

Effective natural treatment targeting bugs + nits

Certified & insured professionals you can trust

No upsell & treatments based on real science

Flat-Rate Pricing vs. Hourly Pricing: The Difference Matters

  • Many lice companies charge hourly — commonly advertised as:
  • -$199 per hour for the first person
  • -$179 per hour thereafter
  • That sounds straightforward… until you realize the final cost can balloon quickly. One 2 hour treatment could cost you $378!

Why hourly pricing can get expensive fast:

Treatments can easily run 2+ hours per person

The more inexperienced or overly meticulous the technician, the more you pay

Keep in mind-These Technicians are paid by the hour

Families often don’t know the final total until the treatment ends

Our Approach

We charge by the service — not the hour.

  • You know the cost before we begin
  • You’re not penalized if a technician works slowly
  • We recommend and charge only what’s necessary for your specific case
  • We give you the right to refuse services. You're not stuck at the end of the appointment with a surprise.

Lice removal shouldn’t feel like a meter running.

The Lice Chicks vs. Hourly Lice Removal Companies

What matters

  • Pricing Model
  • Final Cost Known Upfront
  • Incentive to Rush or Drag Time
  • Treatment Products
  • Treatment Protocol
  • Aftercare Tools & Products
  • Honesty About Nits
  • Guarantee
  • Certification
  • Insurance

The Lice Chicks

  • Flat-rate, per service
  • Yes
  • None
  • Effective natural oil for bugs + nits
  • Simple, clean, effective
  • Included
  • Science-based facts
  • We honor it when needed
  • Shepherd Institute trained/certified
  •  Certified & insured professionals

 

Typical Hourly Companies

  • $199/hour + $179/hour per additional
  • No — depends on time spent
  • High — slower can cost more
  • Chemicals / olive oil (often ineffective)
  • Long, messy, hard to follow
  • Often extra or required purchase
  • Myths used to excuse failures
  • Often conditional / avoided
  • Credentials often unclear
  • Frequently unverified

Why Many Treatments Fail (And Why Ours Don’t)

Many competitors rely on:

  • Chemical pesticides
  • Olive oil or similar household oils
  • Overly complicated, messy, and time-consuming protocols
  • Unnecessary heat/cold devices

Here’s the reality:

These methods are often ineffective against both live bugs AND nits, leading to:

  • Repeat infestations
  • Blame placed on families instead of failed protocols
  • Excuses instead of accountability

Our Treatment: Simple, Natural, and Proven

At The Lice Chicks, we use:

✔ A natural oil tested and proven to be highly effective against both lice and nits
✔ A simple, clean, and effective protocol
✔ No harsh chemicals
✔ No unnecessary steps
✔ No confusing instructions

Our process works because it is designed to work — not to look complicated.

Training From a World-Renowned Lice Expert

We base our treatment education and protocols on real expertise, including methods connected to Katie Shepherd, world-renowned lice expert and creator of the Shepherd Method.

✔ Certified through The Shepherd Institute
✔ Continuous training and quality standards
✔ Clear, honest lice education — no scare tactics

We Stand Behind Our Work - Always

Many companies require you to buy extra products for success. We don’t.

✔ Tools you need are included
✔ Aftercare product (including our oil of choice) is included
✔ We give you a simple aftercare protocol you can actually follow
✔ If something isn’t right, we handle it ALWAYS— we don’t blame you

If Olive Oil Worked… Lice Wouldn’t Be a Problem

Some services rely on olive oil or chemical products that may not effectively eliminate lice and nits.

Here’s the truth:
If lice were that easy to solve with olive oil, head lice would not be a persistent issue worldwide.

Many of these protocols are:

  • messy and time-consuming- IE: Sleeping with olive oil in the hair for a week

  • hard to follow at home

  • not reliably effective against both lice + nits

Honesty Matters - The Nit Myth

Some companies claim nits start microscopic and “grow” after being laid.

That is scientifically untrue.

  • No egg in nature grows after being laid.

  • Nits are the same size from the moment they are laid until they hatch.

This myth is often used to excuse incomplete removals or failed treatments. We don’t do myths — we do facts.

Don’t Let the Competition Excuse Their Way Out of Proper Care

When it comes to lice treatment, honesty matters.

We believe families deserve:

  • Truth
  • Transparency
  • Results

And that’s exactly what we deliver — every time.

No Upsell - dont fall for gimmicks

Some companies rely on heat or freezing devices to treat lice. This is a gimmick. This is NOT necessary for success- only an upsell.

This is designed to kill on the head followed by removal. This is an unnecessary step. Removal alone is enough. Once lice is removed they die.  Have it completely removed in one step without the added on cost.

Before You Choose Any Lice Service, Verify This

Honest and transparent about pricing

Affordable (no surprise hourly totals)

Certified & properly trained

Insured professionals (verify it!)

Using effective natural products

Not requiring additional product purchases

Offering a guarantee they truly stand behind

Providing a simple aftercare protocol

Do not use gimmicks such as heat /cold devices to upcharge

Backed by stellar reviews

A Fair, Honest Comparison

We do not name or single out competitors. But families consistently tell us they’re frustrated by:

  • unclear hourly pricing
  • confusing protocols
  • ineffective products
  • & dishonest explanations that shift blame onto the family

Our goal is simple: educate you so you can choose wisely.

Important Consumer Disclosure

Lice treatment outcomes depend on accurate application, proper aftercare, and honest education. While no service can prevent future exposure, effective treatment should address live lice and nits present at the time of service. Our goal is not to criticize — it is to educate families so they can make informed decisions.

Statements on this page are provided for consumer education based on professional training and experience. Families are encouraged to verify certifications, insurance coverage, and treatment methods when selecting a provider.

Choose Honest Care and Flat-Rate Pricing

If you want transparent pricing, effective natural treatment, and a team that stands behind their work:

Why don’t you charge by the hour?
What’s the problem with $199/hour pricing?
Do you use chemicals?
Does olive oil kill lice and nits?
Do nits grow after they’re laid?
Do I need to buy extra products for treatment to work?
Are you certified and insured?
Do you offer a guarantee?
What if lice come back?

Jen is the best! She was very responsive and professional. She made a stressful situation so much better! Best money we have ever spent!!

- Evelyn R. -

Positive: Cleanliness, Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality

She came on the 4th of July after we discovered lice on my children and myself. The owner was amazing to work. Kind, reassuring, professional, and she got every last nit.

- Jaclyn G. -

Awesome experience. Grateful to have a professional during a stressful situation!

- Kimberly H. -

Getting rid of head lice requires skill and tremendous patience and we've got both!

Parents have tried to take care of lice removal on their own for many years. If they miss any nits or lice then they're at risk of not taking care of the problem and will end up sharing head lice with their friends and family. Most people just don't have expertise, time, or patience required to get the job done. WE DO!

Serving patients across the East Coast including areas like Westchester, Putnam, Duchess, Rockland, Orange, Ulster, Kings & Queens, Manhattan, Long Island, , Northern New Jersey, Eastern Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Maryland.

Now with locations in Florida serving the Tampa & Orlando areas.