Buy a Pest Control Business — With a Broker Who Knows the Industry
HedgeStone Business Advisors connects qualified buyers with off-market and actively listed pest control businesses across 34 states. Submit your criteria and we'll bring the deals to you.
No fees to buyers · Speak directly with Jason Taken · NDA required for deal access
Why Pest Control Is One of the Best Businesses to Buy
Recurring revenue. Low capex. Non-discretionary demand. Here's the data.
4–8%
Annual Industry Growth
Pest control is a $25B+ industry growing steadily — driven by climate change, housing expansion, and increasing commercial demand.
85%+
Recurring Revenue
Best-run pest control companies earn 85%+ of revenue from recurring service contracts. Predictable, defensible cash flow.
Low
Capex Requirements
Trucks, tanks, and licenses. No inventory held. Asset-light relative to most service businesses of similar revenue.
$450+
Residential Account Value
A single residential recurring pest account is worth $300–$600 depending on market and frequency.
Who We Work With
Tell us where you fit and we'll find deals that match.
First-Time Buyer
Acquiring your first pest control business. SBA 7(a) financing. Looking for owner-operator businesses with $500K–$2M revenue.
Key Due Diligence Focus
Strategic Acquirer
Expanding a pest control company by acquiring adjacent territories, complementary service lines, or tuck-in accounts.
Key Due Diligence Focus
PE-Backed Platform
Private equity acquiring pest control platforms or add-ons. Targeting $3M+ EBITDA businesses or smaller tuck-ins for existing portfolio.
Key Due Diligence Focus
Search Fund / ETA
Entrepreneurship-through-acquisition. Backed by investors. Seeking businesses with owner-ready-to-exit and strong operations.
Key Due Diligence Focus
The Acquisition Process
Six steps from criteria submission to close.
Submit Your Buyer Profile
Tell us your target geography, revenue range, service types, and timeline. The more specific, the better the match.
NDA & Qualification
Sign a standard NDA. We verify financial capacity (proof of funds or SBA pre-approval) before sharing deal packages.
Deal Package Review
Receive the Confidential Business Review — 3 years of financials, operations overview, customer base summary, route data.
Management Meeting
Meet the seller (via Jason, who intermediates). Ask the operational questions that matter. Evaluate culture fit and transition risk.
LOI & Negotiation
Submit a Letter of Intent. Jason negotiates on your behalf for price, structure, earnouts, and transition period.
Due Diligence & Close
Conduct financial, operational, and legal due diligence. SBA lender engaged if applicable. Close and take ownership.
Tell Us What You're Looking to Acquire
Submit your criteria in a 30-minute call. No fees to buyers. We match you to deals as they become available.
jason.taken@hedgestone.com
Due Diligence Checklist
Every pest control acquisition we represent goes through a standard due diligence package. Here's what you should expect to review before making an offer.
Full due diligence guide →- ✓3-year P&L and tax returns
- ✓Customer list with service frequency and revenue
- ✓Annual attrition rate (rolling 12-month)
- ✓Fleet and equipment schedule with age/condition
- ✓Tech staff roster, tenure, and certifications
- ✓Licensing status — all states where operating
- ✓Insurance certificates and claims history
- ✓Route density map and stop data
- ✓Software platform and data portability
- ✓Pending legal matters or regulatory actions
- ✓Contracts with commercial accounts
- ✓Owner role and transition plan
Buyer Resources
SBA Loan Eligibility Guide
How SBA 7(a) financing works for pest control acquisitions, rates, and timelines.
How to Value a Pest Control Business
Understand what you're paying — SDE multiples, EBITDA multiples, and per-account value.
Due Diligence Checklist
Full list of what to request and review before signing an LOI.
Deal Structure Guide
Asset vs stock sales, earnouts, seller financing, and rollover equity explained.
Valuation Calculator
Model the value of a business you're evaluating across multiple methods.
State-by-State Licensing
Licensing transfer requirements differ by state — know before you close.
Tell Us What You're Looking to Acquire — Free Consultation
No fees to buyers. We match you to pest control deals across 34 states.
No obligation · No upfront fees · Jason Taken, HedgeStone Business Advisors