PCT Online includes news stories, features, videos, podcasts and webinars of interest to those in the structural pest control industry. Highlights this week include an industry mega-merger; recognition of standout service professionals; and pest control company outreach efforts.
In a move that will dramatically reshape the pest control industry, Rentokil Initial announced on Tuesday it will buy Terminix Global Holdings for $1.3 billion in cash and 643.3 million new Rentokil Initial shares in a deal that values Terminix Global Holdings at $6.7 billion.
PCT/BASF Announce 2021 Technicians of the YearThe 2021 Technicians of the Year are Juan Arroyo, Massey Services (residential category); Derek Foster, Northwest Exterminating (commercial category); and Joe Avery, HomeTeam Pest Defense (termite category).
Rollins Acquires Seven Hulett Environmental Services Branch Offices
The purchased branches will be rebranded during 2022 and become part of Northwest Exterminating's southeastern platform business. Hulett retained its core operations and will continue to serve communities from Palm Beach County to Vero Beach.
Sachdeva, owner of American Pest Management, Manhattan, Kan., passed away on Dec. 14, at 64, following complications from a stroke.
Washington Association Finds Big Success with In-Person Rodent Academy
The first in-person rodent control academy hosted by the Washington State Pest Management Association benefitted both the PMPs who attended and the community of Seattle.