Action Pest Control

What Action Pest Control does

Action Pest Control is a privately held, regional pest management company headquartered in Evansville, Indiana, founded in 1946. The company delivers integrated pest management (IPM) services — combining inspection, targeted treatment, and prevention — to residential and commercial customers across Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky, supported by eight office locations and a field force of 70+ state-certified pest management professionals with board-certified entomologists on staff. Service offerings include subscription-based residential plans (Complete Pest Protection bi-monthly covering 40+ pests, and Advanced Pest Protection quarterly), termite control and monitoring, commercial programs for food processing, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, and property management, and specialized one-time services: K9 bed bug detection, heat treatment, fumigation, borate-treated cellulose attic insulation, Flexi Armour rodent and wildlife exclusion, mosquito control using In2Care stations and Thermacell systems, and humane bee, bat, and bird management.

The company operates a direct-to-consumer and field-sales go-to-market motion, with customer acquisition via phone, a self-serve online portal (action.pestconnect.com), and on-site service delivery. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; the mix of recurring subscriptions and one-time installation revenue (insulation, exclusion) provides a hybrid revenue model. Marketing is multi-channel — Google Business Profile, Facebook, LinkedIn, Angie's List/Thumbtack, and an educational blog/learning center — with a 4.7-star rating from 754 Google reviews supporting customer acquisition. Strategic differentiators include proprietary methodologies (Flexi Armour exclusion, K9 detection, borate-treated insulation), top-100 national ranking by PCT Magazine since 2001, and a Re-Treat Guarantee that supports switching cost. Action Pest Control is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Rentokil Terminix and operates as part of that global pest control company's North American platform.

Name

Action Pest Control

Legal name

Action Pest Control, Inc.

Website

https://actionpest.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Action Pest Control is a Midwest regional pest management company founded in 1946, serving residential and commercial customers across Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky through eight offices and 70+ certified technicians, with a service portfolio spanning subscription pest plans, termite control, K9 bed bug detection, exclusion, insulation, and commercial sector programs. It operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Rentokil Terminix.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pest Control Services

NAICS

Exterminating and Pest Control Services (561710)

SIC

Sanitary Services (4950)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Pest Control (IMAIAHAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Commercial General Pest Control (Non-Specialty) (HSAMAAAL), Healthcare Facilities Pest Control (Hospitals, Clinics) (HSAMAKAE), Rodent Control (Outdoor Exclusion, Bait Stations) (HSAIANAF)

Keywords

• Residential pest control
• Commercial pest management
• Termite control services
• Wildlife exclusion solutions
• Integrated pest management

Headquarters

HQ city

Evansville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Residential Pest Control Services: Recurring service agreements for homeowners covering common pests. Plans include bi-monthly (6x/year) and quarterly (4x/year) service options with interior/exterior treatments, rodent control, and pest proofing.
2. Commercial Pest Control Services: Customized pest management programs for businesses including food processing, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, and property management sectors.
3. Attic Insulation Services: One-time installation of borate-treated cellulose insulation providing energy efficiency and pest prevention.
4. Rodent and Wildlife Exclusion: Permanent exclusion services using Flexi Armour system to seal entry points and prevent future infestations.
5. Mosquito Control Programs: Seasonal treatment programs including monthly service plans and single-service visits for mosquito population reduction.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Action Pest Control delivers residential and commercial pest management services across Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky, anchored by recurring subscription-based pest protection plans (Complete and Advanced plans). Service offerings extend to termite control, mosquito control, rodent and wildlife exclusion, bed bug detection and heat treatment, attic insulation, and fumigation for commercial facilities. All services are executed on-site by certified technicians using an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach.

Product overview

Action Pest Control is a pest management company offering a portfolio of residential and commercial services across Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky since 1946. The core offerings consist of subscription-based pest protection plans (Complete Pest Protection - bi-monthly service covering 40+ pests; Advanced Pest Protection - quarterly service) which form the foundation of their residential offerings. These are supplemented by specialized services including Attic Insulation (cellulose-based with borate pest control additive), Flexi Armour Rodent & Wildlife Exclusion (stainless steel mesh barrier system), Mosquito Control (with optional Thermacell systems), and K9 Bed Bug Detection with Heat Treatment for bed bug elimination. Commercial services target specific sectors including food processing, healthcare, hospitality, and property management. The company also offers add-on services for bats, birds, moles, bees, and wasps. All services are delivered through their own technician network across 8 locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Complete Pest Protection Plan Bi-monthly residential pest control subscription covering over 40 pests including ants, spiders, cockroaches, mice, rats, stinging insects, black widow spiders, brown recluse spiders, and termites. Includes cobweb removal, exterior pest defense, interior pest treatment, exterior rodent stations, rodent control, pest proofing, and unlimited service calls.
• Advanced Pest Protection Plan Quarterly residential pest control subscription covering common household pests including ants, spiders, cockroaches, mice, rats, silverfish, crickets, and various beetles. Includes exterior pest defense and interior pest treatment.
• Termite Control & Monitoring Annual termite inspection, termite monitoring system installation, and prevention treatments to protect homes from wood-destroying termites.
• Commercial Pest Control Services Proactive, customized pest management services for commercial sectors including food and beverage processing, foodservice, grocery and food retail, healthcare, hospitality and lodging, manufacturing and logistics, pharmaceutical, and property management industries.
• Mosquito Control Program Mosquito treatment program including property inspection, larvicide application, adult mosquito treatment, barrier creation, and optional Thermacell Installed Systems for on-demand outdoor protection on patios, decks, and pool areas.
• K9 Bed Bug Detection Canine bed bug inspection service using trained detection dogs to locate bed bugs, nymphs, and eggs in residential and commercial settings with high accuracy.
• Bed Bug Heat Treatment Eco-friendly thermal treatment that raises interior temperature to lethal levels for bed bugs at all life stages without requiring disposal of furnishings.
• Commercial Bed Bug Fumigation Fumigation service for commercial facilities, particularly effective for high-rise buildings allowing whole-building treatment to reduce operational downtime.
• Flexi Armour Rodent & Wildlife Exclusion Professional exclusion system using knitted stainless steel mesh and sealing products (garage door seals, door sweeps, weep hole covers, expansion joint seals, ground mesh) to block rodents and wildlife entry points around homes.
• Attic Insulation Cellulose-based attic insulation made from recycled paper treated with borate additive, providing thermal insulation, sound dampening, and integrated pest control properties against ants, termites, cockroaches, silverfish, and rodents.
• New Homeowner Pest Services Pre-move-in treatments, detailed pest inspections, one-time treatments, and ongoing protection plans tailored for new homeowners in Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky.
• Bat Control & Exclusion Licensed bat management service including identification of entry points, one-way exclusion device installation, and follow-up monitoring for humane bat removal.
• Bird Management & Exclusion
• Rodent Control (Mice & Rats)
• Wasp & Hornet Control
• Bee Control & Removal

Quantifiable outcome

• 4.7-star average rating from 754 user reviews
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, minor and core.

• Rentokil TerminixflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerAction Pest Control is a member of the Rentokil Terminix family of companies in North America. Rentokil Terminix is a global pest control business operating worldwide, providing high levels of service to residential and commercial customers. The partnership enables Action Pest Control to leverage global resources and expertise while maintaining regional service presence.
• Local BeekeepersminorOthersWhen honeybees or other protected bee species are identified during removal operations, Action Pest Control contacts local beekeepers to arrange safe relocation rather than elimination, supporting environmental conservation.
• Thermacell (Installed Systems)coreTechnology or IntegrationAction Pest Control offers mosquito repellent systems powered by Thermacell Installed Systems, providing customers with activated outdoor protection at the touch of a button for patios, decks, and pool areas.
• In2CarecoreTechnology or IntegrationAction Pest Control utilizes In2Care Mosquito Stations as part of their mosquito control program, targeting mosquito larvae and adults with innovative dual-action trapping technology.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Ehrlich Pest Control: Sister subsidiary within the Rentokil Terminix family providing residential and commercial pest control across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Comparable scale, similar IPM-driven service model, recurring subscription offerings, and Board-certified entomologist staffing.
• Arrow Exterminators: Privately held regional pest control operating across the Southeast US with a comparable full-service residential/commercial offering, recurring subscription plans, and termite specialization. Direct comparable in business model and family-owned/premium-service positioning.
• Cook's Pest Control: Regional pest control company serving the Southeast from branch operations, focused on residential customers with recurring plans and termite services. Strong direct comparable in business model, customer base, and technician-driven recurring revenue approach.
• Western Pest Services: Another sister Rentokil Terminix subsidiary operating across the Northeast US with comparable residential/commercial pest management service mix and IPM methodology. Direct comparable in operational structure, service portfolio, and parent-backed resource access.
• Truly Nolen Pest Control: Family-owned regional pest control with branded service vehicles and similar recurring residential service plans plus commercial programs in food/hospitality. Comparable business model, brand-driven differentiation, and service breadth.
• HomeTeam Pest Defense: Residential pest and termite control specialist with focus on new construction and existing home defense, owned by Rollins (Orkin parent). Comparable subscription recurring revenue model and customer base overlap with Action Pest's new homeowner program.
• Massey Services: Privately held pest, lawn, and termite service provider operating across the Southeast with strong residential subscription model. Comparable in scale and breadth, with similar recurring revenue emphasis and vertically integrated pest/termite offerings.

Broad incumbents

• Orkin: Dominant national pest control brand (owned by Rollins) operating across all 50 states with extensive commercial and residential pest management capabilities. Broad incumbent competing in Action Pest's Midwest markets with brand scale and training infrastructure advantages.
• Terminix: National pest control brand under the same Rentokil Terminix parent as Action Pest. Sister brand with national residential/commercial coverage; relevant as the sister brand in shared parent portfolio and overlapping customer-facing positioning.

Emerging players

• Aptive Environmental: Fast-growing direct-to-consumer pest control company pursuing aggressive digital marketing, transparent pricing, and subscription plans nationwide. Competes for the same residential customer base with a modern, online-led GTM motion.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/actionpest
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/action-pest-control
• Xx.com/actionpest

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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