Cover Story Top 100: Why Private Equity Loves Pest Control
Scale Lite Admin2026-03-18T14:08:02-04:00Much like HVAC businesses, pest control companies align nicely with investment strategies used by today’s private equity firms.
Tariffs and the Pest Control Industry: What PCOs Should Know
Scale Lite Admin2026-03-18T18:14:19-04:00PCOs are closely monitoring how tariffs might lead to higher costs of essential items like trucks, sprayers and products. What exactly are tariffs and how might pest control operators be impacted?
Spring Newsletter 2025
Scale Lite Admin2026-03-18T18:13:06-04:00Over the past six months, the pest control industry has experienced significant mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity, reflecting strategic consolidations and heightened interest from private equity (PE) firms. This trend underscores the industry’s resilience and attractiveness to investors.
To Lease or Not to Lease! – Pest Control Technology
Scale Lite Admin2026-03-25T12:25:32-04:00Fleet leasing can be a great idea or a poor idea for a pest control operator depending on factors. PCOs need to consider the impact of vehicle leases on a potential sale.
Fall Newsletter 2025
Scale Lite Admin2026-03-25T12:25:47-04:00In today’s frothy M&A market, everyone likes to talk about price and multiples. What drives price and multiples are business fundamentals including growth and profit, pricing, customer retention, employee retention, route density, asset management and many more. Great business fundamentals drive a great transaction with rewarding pricing. At Kemp Anderson Consulting, we navigate our clients through the entire process ensuring our clients maximize value.
Green Pest Solutions acquires Ozark
Scale Lite Admin2025-05-15T11:07:58-04:00TOPEKA, Kansas — Ozark Integrated Pest Services has joined its operations with Green Pest Solutions. Guy Cumpton, the former owner of Ozark Pest, will remain with the company as a Quality Assurance Manager. All of Ozark’s technicians and office staff were invited to stay with the company as well.
Spring Newsletter 2024
Scale Lite Admin2024-06-06T12:06:40-04:00Pest control remains an actively targeted industry, owners beware as we navigate through 2024, the pest control industry continues to show dynamic shifts and evolving trends, making it an exciting time for all stakeholders. The pest control industry remains a hotbed for investment, attracting a significant amount of attention from financial investors and private equity firms. These entities are increasingly targeting regional platforms across the United States, with recent expansions.
How To Sell My Pest Control Company
Scale Lite Admin2024-06-11T10:10:42-04:00From the March/April 2024 Edition of PestPro Magazine
Fall Newsletter 2023
Scale Lite Admin2024-06-06T12:18:06-04:00Explore the world of private equity in the pest control industry and gain valuable insights on how PE firms acquire, grow, and sell businesses. Discover market trends, negotiation strategies, and key questions for PCOs considering selling to PE firms. Get essential guidance for navigating the PE landscape in the pest control industry.
Spring Newsletter 2023
Scale Lite Admin2024-06-06T12:23:51-04:00Explore the world of private equity in the pest control industry and gain valuable insights on how PE firms acquire, grow, and sell businesses. Discover market trends, negotiation strategies, and key questions for PCOs considering selling to PE firms. Get essential guidance for navigating the PE landscape in the pest control industry.