The Brief — Pest Control — 2026-09-18

MONEY IN

Certus Acquires Standard Pest Control (Wash.) Certus expanded in the Pacific Northwest through acquisition of Standard Pest Control in Puyallup, Washington. Why it matters: M&A activity signals market consolidation and acquisition targets available for growth-minded operators.

The Pest Rangers Acquires Carney's Recurring Customer Accounts The Pest Rangers acquired recurring customer accounts from Carney All Seasons Pest Control in Bucks and Montgomery counties. Why it matters: Account acquisitions represent direct revenue growth without building from zero.

MONEY OUT

PMPs Share How They are Navigating Rising Gas Prices in 2026 Pest management professionals nationwide are responding to higher-than-average gas prices breaking records this year. Why it matters: Fuel costs directly impact operational margins and require proactive route optimization and pricing strategies.

POLICY & INDUSTRY

NPMA Partners with ITR Economics NPMA partnership provides PMPs exclusive access to industry-specific economic forecasting. Why it matters: Economic intelligence helps owners anticipate market cycles and adjust business planning accordingly.

Excel Pest Services Launches AI-powered TV Campaign Excel debuted three AI-created TV spots: one 30-second hero ad and two 15-second spots. Why it matters: Demonstrates emerging marketing channels and competitor investment in brand visibility that owners should monitor.