PestCo, backed by TSCP, has acquired University Termite & Pest Control, expanding its regional pest management portfolio. PestCo, headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, provides residential and commercial pest control services. The deal adds another St. Louis-area operator to PestCo's books as private equity firms continue scooping up fragmented pest services businesses.

Fragmented markets like pest control remain attractive to PE investors seeking scale through consolidation. TSCP's backing gives PestCo the capital to pursue additional roll-ups across the St. Louis region. No deal terms were disclosed, but the transaction signals confidence in the sector's growth potential.

PestCo's geographic concentration in St. Louis strengthens its competitive position against larger national chains. The acquisition gives PestCo a broader service footprint and access to University Termite's customer base in the metro area.