Pest Control Services Market

Pest Control Services Market Outlook (2025 to 2035)

The global pest control services market is expected to reach USD 51,208 Million by 2035, up from USD 25,064 million in 2024. During the forecast period (2025 to 2035), the industry is projected to register at a CAGR of 6.8%.

The growing rates of urbanization and the emerging trend of the spread of vector-borne diseases are driving the demand for professional pest control services worldwide, particularly in the residential and commercial sectors.

What are the drivers of pest control services market?

An increase in the volume of general concerns in the field of public health related to the influence of vector-borne diseases and allergens is one of the primary drivers of the pest control services market. Housing more people and generating more waste has been the consequence of increased urbanization, and these conditions provide breeding grounds for pests. This has led to an upward surge in the demand for professional pest management services in residential, commercial, and health stations.

The growing demand for stricter food safety and sanitation standards in the food and hospitality industries is accelerating the adoption of pest control services. It also grows because farmers want to grow more crops by clearing agricultural land, and there is a necessity to defend high-value crops against pest attacks. Sustainable pest control is further enhanced by technological innovations, including the application of environmentally friendly bio-pesticides and remote monitoring instruments.

Growing consumer awareness of property damage caused by pests and pest-related hygiene issues is also favorable to the market. With the increasing demand for integrated pest management (IPM) as a long-lasting and environmentally friendly technique, service providers are expanding their businesses to meet this emerging need.

What are the regional trends of pest control services market?

North America has remained a major pest control services market due to high publicity, well-developed business industries, and governmental sanctions on hygiene-conscious professions. There is also a high demand for pest control agents in the U.S in both residential and industrial consumers, and the innovation of pest detection methods and eco-friendly treatments has boosted this.

The fastest growth will be in the Asia Pacific (led by the increasing urbanization in India, China, and Southeast Asia). The regional demand is being reinforced by rapid industrial growth, rising disposable incomes, and the government's efforts to improve public health and sanitation. The food processing industries and hospitality industries are growing, and this increases the demand for pest control measures regularly.

What are the challenges and restraining factors of pest control services market?

One of the major threats in the pest control service industry is the evolving resistance of pests to chemical treatment, which requires subsequent innovation and update of formulas. As much as going green is very necessary, the costs of operation tend to be higher in most cases, which discourages small business providers of such services or cost-conscious consumers.

There are also regulatory barriers, which are a hindrance. Tight regulations regarding the use of pesticides, licensing practices, and disposal differ by location and may paralyze the rate of service expansion. In addition, the cost of compliance and documentation may be demanding, particularly in developing markets where legal frameworks are constantly evolving.

The penetration into the market is further hindered by consumers' unwillingness to trust chemical-based solutions, especially in rural, underserved regions. In addition, operational inefficiencies are caused by the delivery of labor-intensive services, seasonality in demand in service networks, and lumpy networks in emerging economies. There is limited widespread use of technology, and the initial cost of smart pest surveillance systems may be too high for conventional players to absorb.

Country-Wise Outlook

Stringent health codes and urban demand drive U.S. pest control leadership

The US currently enjoys the most developed market of pest control services due to strict rules of public health maintenance and the massive commercial industry that requires pest control at all times (hospitality, dining, health care and so on). Both ad residential and municipal demand are being driven by the growth in vector-borne disease issues such as the West Nile virus and the Lyme disease.

The U.S is one of the leaders in IPM solutions and biologically based pest control. Players incorporating IoT-driven traps, smart sensors, and GIS mapping tools are replacing reactive tracking of pest activity. The current practice of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), aiming to spur innovation in both green and targeted control technologies, is the regulation of approvals of pesticides.

China’s digital ecosystem boosts pest control amid rising urban infestations

The demand of pest control service is exponentially rising in China due to high-speed urbanization, rising volume of waste and hygiene awareness among residential and commercial facilities. Rats, cockroaches and termites especially afflict urban centers that are dense in population.

Sanitation campaigns that are being spearheaded by governments like the National Patriotic Health Campaign are helping to fortify structural pest provisions. In the meantime, local companies are quickly becoming digital that includes the booking option using an app, the LED pest diagnostic by an AI (artificial intelligence), and real-time traceability of the services. Safe food processing without any residue is being promoted through regulatory modernization in the food processing and agri-storage facilities.

Australia reinforces eco-safe pest control through tech and regulation

Termite damage by itself costs Australia more than AUD 1.5 billion a year and it is also a high demanding market, in part because of its peculiar biodiversity and climate-driven pest cycles. There is high demand of residential and agricultural area and more so in warm seasons and this has led to the signing of service contracts throughout the year.

There are strong regulations in the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) as well as requirements of the National Construction Code which are making the market to lean toward non-toxic and environment friendly treatments of termite control. Drones in the air are detecting pests such as corn rootworm larvae and remote bait stations as well as reporting features implemented through AI are being used on a commercial pest control service.

Category-Wise Analysis

Termite control emerges as a priority amid rising infrastructure vulnerabilities

Termites can be termed among the damage causing pests to wooden buildings and base constructions in both houses and commercial offices, warehouses, retail stores, among others. The pest control requiring termites has grown rapidly as the urban infrastructure is being constructed and commercial establishments are getting old.

It is one of the focuses of detecting and treating early to decrease the expensive repairs and deterioration of structures. There is also more innovation in the aspect of bait system and monitoring systems in this segment so as to prevent infestations.

Organic pest control gains ground as businesses embrace sustainable protocols

Business organizations are modernly resorting to the use of organic pest control products to meet the environment and green building standards. These are some of the options available that are based on natural repellents, botanical oils and nontoxic compounds and they provide suitable results without leaving toxic residue.

It is not only a popular segment in the food-handling areas and hospitality industries, but it is expanding in eco-conscious firms striving to assimilate ESG. The trend towards organic services is also getting momentum due to Regulation minimizing the usage of chemical pesticides.

Commercial sector drives specialized pest control needs in urban landscapes

The retailing segment is a significant consumer of the pest control services due to the presence of high standards of hygiene, brand safety and legal regulations in the retailing sector, hospitality industry, logistical industry and medical industry. Commercial premises set up huge traffic, food storage, and HVACs, which become perfect breeding grounds of pests, and they require a professional intervention on a regular basis.

As the business demand of integrated pest management (IPM) increases, business organizations are opting to hire long-term contracts with certificates service provider companies so that their processes can run continuously without disturbance and they can remain compliant with the regulations.

Competitive Analysis

The market for pest control services has been highly fragmented and competitive, driven by innovation, service diversification, and expansion into new regions. The primary service offered in this area of the business is based primarily on efficiency, adherence to regulations, pricing, and customer experience. An important competitive edge can be achieved through the incorporation of sustainable and pest management solutions, which attract consumers and ensure their products meet changing health and safety standards.

The other dimension of important competitors is the players of digital transformation who obtain a technological advantage using IoT-enabled monitoring networks, scheduling applications based on mobile devices, and automated reporting platforms. In addition, companies that have a portfolio of services catering to the needs of residential, commercial, or industrial customers are less susceptible to market changes and seasonal pest fluctuations.

Players in the market tend to form strategic alliances with property management agencies and food manufacturing companies to ensure regular contracts, thereby fostering customer loyalty and extending their lifespan. There is also local knowledge about pest behavior and climate-specific approaches, which makes regional operators a stronghold.

The level of consolidation is moderate, and there are medium-sized firms that, through mergers, begin to expand their activity in order to gain a market share, enter new geographies, and expand their capabilities to provide additional services.

Key players in the market are ABC Home & Commercial Services, Anticimex, Aptive Environmental, Arrow Exterminators, Cook’s Pest Control, Ecolab, Hawx Pest Control, Massey Services, Inc., Mosquito Joe, Mosquito Squad, and Rentokil Initial plc among other players.

Recent Development

• In November 2024, Rentokil Terminix won CBRE’s Innovation of the Year Award for its proprietary range of sustainable pest‑proofing solutions that minimize reliance on chemical interventions, setting a new standard in environmentally responsible rodent and insect exclusion.
• In June 2024, Rentokil Terminix opened a cutting‑edge North American Innovation Center in Irving, TX, staffed by PhD‑level scientists. The facility features specialized labs, temperature-controlled chambers, and an insectary to accelerate the development of sustainable pest-control technologies and vector-management solutions.

Fact.MR has provided detailed information about the price points of key manufacturers in the pest control services market, positioned across regions, including sales growth, production capacity, and speculative technological expansion, in the recently published report.

Methodology and Industry Tracking Approach

The report under analysis is the investigational exploration of the pest control services all over the world made by Fact.MR in 2025. The findings combined feedback of more than 4,900 eligible stakeholders who were surveyed in 20 countries, which provided regional coverage and diversity in terms of types of services. All national markets were composed of at least 100 professionals based on their area of expertise, which was integrated pest management (IPM), commercial, and residential service activities and innovations of eco-friendly pest prevention solutions.

The research was conducted within 12 months or June 2024 to May 2025 and collected the information associated with the season patterns of pest incursion, the introduction of smart pest monitoring systems, transitioning of control regulations in the use of chemical pesticides, and pricing dynamics in B2B and B2C service channel segments.

More than 140 independent sources, such as municipal health ordinances, literature on bio-based repellents, urban pest pressure indices, carbon footprint analysis of mechanical and chemical control procedures, and others, were used to check the validity of data insights.

Fact.MR has been following the market of pest control services since 2018, focusing on innovation in the areas of biodegradable alternatives, downstream waste handling logistical operations and profitability scoring methodologies across fumigation, baiting and exclusion service models.

Segmentation of Pest control services market

• By Type :

  • Termites
  • Rodents
  • Insects
  • Others

• By Service :

  • Organic Pest Control
  • Chemical Pest Control
  • Others

• By End-use Application :

  • Commercial
  • Residential

• By Region :

  • North America
  • Latin America
  • Western Europe
  • Eastern Europe
  • East Asia
  • South Asia & Pacific
  • Middle East & Africa