Rentokil Announces Trio of Acquisitions

READING, Pa. - Rentokil announced it has acquired American Pest Management of Manhattan, Kan., and Kansas City, Kan., as well as Modesto, Calif.-based Insect IQ Pest Control Services. Rentokil’s acquisition of American Pest Management of Manhattan, Kan., and Kansas City, Kan., were finalized in December 2021.

American Pest Management, Manhattan, Kan., was founded in 1979. The company provides pest control to commercial and residential customers in Kansas communities such as Abilene, Clay City, Junction City, Ogden, Salina and Wamego.

“We love our clients and are thrilled to serve as an integral part in creating the quality of life we deserve in our area,” said Elaine Sachdeva, owner of American Pest Management - Manhattan. “We are excited to transition our clients and colleagues to Rentokil North America, one of the world’s most respected service companies. Together, we are a company committed to our clients and colleagues.”

Also founded in 1979 was American Pest Management, Kansas City, Kan. The company provides pest control to commercial and residential customers in the metro Kansas City, Kan., area, including Overland Park, Olathe, Liberty and surrounding areas.

“Throughout the past year, we have explored many options for the best interest of our clients and staff,” said Ben Sachdeva, owner of American Pest Management. “Rentokil is an excellent fit to provide benefits and opportunities for upward mobility for our staff as well as ensure the continuation of superior service to our clients.”

Rentokil’s acquisition of Modesto, Calif.-based Insect IQ Pest Control Services was finalized in November 2021.

Insect IQ Pest Control Services was founded in 2003 and serves the California communities of Modesto, Oakdale, Patteson, Riverbank and surrounding areas.

“In seeking out a partner, we looked for an organization that shared our core values, including a commitment to our customers and colleagues, technical expertise and a well-earned reputation,” said Josh and Stacey Haslem, owners of Insect IQ Pest Control. “We feel that Rentokil North America is just the right fit.”

The Potomac Company acted as the financial advisor to Insect IQ Pest Control Services.