University Termite & Pest Control

What University Termite & Pest Control does

University Termite & Pest Control is a family-owned pest management company founded in 1974 and headquartered in Tucson, Arizona. The company delivers integrated pest management (IPM) services to residential and commercial customers across all 15 Arizona counties, making it one of only three operators with true statewide reach in the state. Core offerings include general pest control, termite control using EPA-registered termiticides such as Termidor HE and Trelona ATBS, weed control, bee and wasp removal, and rodent and pigeon control. The company holds multiple industry credentials, including BBB A+ accreditation, QualityPro, GREEN PRO, QualityPro School Care, and QualityPro Food Safety certifications, enabling it to bid on specialized institutional accounts in education and food service.

The company employs between 11 and 50 people and operates a hybrid revenue model combining recurring service subscriptions with one-time treatments. Its go-to-market motion is direct sales-led, with free inspections serving as the primary lead generation mechanism. In May 2026, the company was acquired by PestCo Holdings, a platform backed by private equity firm Thompson Street Capital Partners, marking a transition from founder-family ownership (most recently Ryan and Krista Horn, who took over after the founder's death in 2020) to institutional PE sponsorship. As a PestCo portfolio company, University Termite is positioned as a regional platform within a broader Arizona-focused pest control consolidation strategy.

Name

University Termite & Pest Control

Legal name

University Termite & Pest Control Inc.

Website

https://bepestfree.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

University Termite & Pest Control is a Tucson, Arizona-based pest management company founded in 1974, providing integrated pest control, termite, weed, and rodent services to residential and commercial customers across all 15 Arizona counties under recurring and one-time contracts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pest Control Services

NAICS

Exterminating and Pest Control Services (561710), Exterminating and Pest Control Services (56171)

SIC

Services-Facilities Support Management Services (8744)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial General Pest Control (Non-Specialty) (HSAMAAAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Annual/Preventive Termite Inspections & Monitoring Plans (HSAMABAB), Termite Swarm & Infestation Response (Emergency/Spot Treatments) (HSAMABAH), Preventive Barrier Treatments & Exclusion/Sealing (General) (HSAMAAAG)

Keywords

• Pest control services
• Termite treatment
• Weed control
• Commercial pest management
• Integrated pest management

Headquarters

HQ city

Tucson

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Pest Control Services: Recurring and one-time pest control services for residential and commercial customers. Services include general pest control, termite treatment and prevention, weed control, bee/wasp removal, rodent/pack rat removal, and pigeon control. The company offers bundled service packages combining multiple service types at discounted rates.
2. Bundled Service Packages: Pre-packaged service combinations including Pest + Termite, Pest + Weed, Pest + Termite + Weed, and Termite + Weed bundles. These packages offer savings compared to individual services and create recurring revenue through multi-treatment programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

University Termite & Pest Control delivers residential and commercial pest management services across Arizona. Core services include general pest control, termite detection/treatment/prevention, weed control, bee & wasp removal, pigeon control, and rodent/pack rat removal. Services are delivered as field-based treatments with free inspections, guaranteed follow-up, and bundled multi-service packages combining pest, termite, and weed coverage at discounted rates.

Product overview

University Termite & Pest Control is a family-owned pest management company operating since 1974, offering a unified suite of core pest control services alongside bundled package options. The core portfolio centers on five primary service lines: Pest Control (general pest elimination), Termite Control (liquid treatments and bait systems), Weed Control, Bee & Wasp Elimination, and Rodent/Pigeon Control. These core services are available individually or combined through Bundled Services packages that offer savings. Additional specialized offerings include Seasonal Pest Control with six protocol-based treatment programs aligned to seasonal pest activity patterns, and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for schools and commercial facilities requiring coordinated environmental approaches. The company also provides Pre-Construction Treatments for new builds. Services are delivered to both residential and commercial customers across Arizona through state-licensed technicians.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Pest Control General pest control service eliminating ants, spiders, roaches, scorpions, mice, and other common Arizona pests through exterior-focused treatments with guaranteed results; available to residential and commercial customers.
• Termite Control Termite detection, elimination, and prevention services using Termidor HE liquid treatments and Trelona ATBS bait stations, including annual inspections and warranties for subterranean and drywood termite species.
• Weed Control Weed prevention and elimination combining pre-emergent services with post-emergent treatments to maintain weed-free yards for residential and commercial properties.
• Bee & Wasp Elimination Bee and wasp removal services including swarm removal and hive elimination, performed by State of Arizona certified technicians with warranty.
• Pigeon Control Pigeon control services for residential and commercial properties using netting, spikes, shock track, trapping programs, and ultrasonic deterrents.
• Pack Rat & Rodent Removal Rodent control service addressing mice, rats, pack rats, ground squirrels, and other rodent infestations with customized treatment plans.
• Bundled Services Pre-packaged service combinations including Pest + Termite, Pest + Weed, Pest + Termite + Weed, and Termite + Weed bundles offering cost savings and comprehensive coverage through multi-treatment programs.
• Pre-Construction Treatment Pre-construction soil treatment applied before foundation and concrete work to prevent future termite activity in new construction.
• Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Coordinated pest management program using environmental information and modern control methods to prevent unacceptable pest levels with minimum hazard to people and environment; offered with school-specific and food-safety documentation for educational and commercial facilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% guaranteed service - if pests remain after treatment, technicians return at no additional cost
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Emerging players

• Green Pest Solutions: Smaller regional pest control company emphasizing environmentally responsible and IPM-style treatments. Comparable in green/IPM positioning and residential pest service mix, though with smaller scale.
• Mosquito Joe: Franchise-based outdoor pest and mosquito control operator with presence in Arizona suburbs. Comparable in recurring outdoor treatment services and seasonal protocol-driven offerings.

Direct peers

• Bulwark Exterminating: Regional pest control company serving the Southwest with general pest, termite, and rodent services. Direct competitor in residential and small-commercial segments across Arizona metros.
• Western Exterminator: Western U.S. regional pest control operator offering residential and commercial pest, termite, and rodent services. Comparable as a multi-state regional brand focused on the Southwest customer profile.
• Truly Nolen: Arizona-headquartered pest control company with deep Southwest roots and full-service residential and commercial offerings. Closest direct competitor given shared Arizona heritage, similar service mix (termite, general pest, rodent), and comparable family-business legacy.

Regional players

• Blue Sky Pest Control: Arizona-based pest control operator serving Phoenix metro with residential and commercial services. Directly comparable in geography, customer profile, and general pest / termite service mix.
• Anderson Pest Solutions: Regional pest control operator with general pest, termite, and commercial offerings. Comparable in service mix and mid-market positioning, though geographically focused outside of the Southwest.

Broad incumbents

• PestCo Holdings: Thompson Street Capital Partners-backed pest control platform that acquired University Termite & Pest Control in May 2026. Comparable as the consolidated parent entity and as a portfolio of complementary Southwest pest operators under one rollup strategy.
• Terminix (Rentokil Terminix): National pest and termite control brand with broad Arizona coverage. Competes head-to-head on residential pest programs and termite treatment/warranty offerings; recent merger with Rentokil expanded its commercial and specialty pest reach.
• Orkin (Rollins): Largest U.S. pest control operator with significant Arizona presence. Competes directly in residential and commercial pest and termite services across Tucson and Phoenix, leveraging national brand and technician density advantages.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/univtermitepest
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@universitytermitepestcontr4603
• Facebookfacebook.com/bepestfree
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/university-termite-&-pest-control

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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