Anticimex enters Texas market with 3 acquisitions
Anticimex recently entered the Texas pest control market with three strategic acquisitions.
Anticimex acquired:
- SafeHaven Pest Control, a third-generation pest control company established in 1955, based in Garland, Texas.
- Abby’s Pest & Termite Services, based in Cleburne, Texas.
- Metro Guard Termite & Pest Control, founded in 1991 and located in Hurst, Texas.
“We are thrilled to welcome SafeHaven, Abby’s and Metro Guard to the Anticimex family,” said Steve Nylund, president of Anticimex North America. “Entering the Texas market is a significant milestone for us, and we look forward to building on all three companies’ expertise and reputation to continue our growth in Texas.”
Anticimex’s announcement of its entry into Texas coincides with the Texas Pest Expo, the largest annual gathering of pest control operators in the Longhorn State. It’s taking place June 17-19 in Fort Worth, Texas.
“This business has always been about people — our team, our customers and the community we serve,” said Michael Bosco, owner of SafeHaven and Abby’s. “Through my involvement with NPMA Academy and PestWorld, I had the opportunity to meet and engage with many Anticimex team members. Those experiences confirmed what I already felt — this was the only organization I could truly see myself partnering with.”
Brothers David and Darren Lowe, sellers of Metro Guard, expressed their excitement about the acquisition. “We chose to sell to Anticimex because of their commitment to innovation and their vision for the future of pest control,” said David Lowe. “We believe this partnership will be the best fit for our teams and customers.”
Paul Giannamore and Franco Villanueva-Meyer of The Potomac Company acted as exclusive financial advisors to Metro Guard in their transaction.
Aantex Pest Control acquires Bugs Be Gone Pest Control
Aantex Pest Control, based in Brentwood, Calif., acquired Bugs Be Gone Pest Control. The acquisition deepens Aantex’s presence across Contra Costa County and surrounding areas.
As part of the transition, Jen Raman, former owner of Bugs Be Gone, will remain with Aantex.
“We’re excited to welcome the Bugs Be Gone team into the Aantex family,” said Sean McCauley, executive at Aantex. “This acquisition allows us to build on their legacy while offering customers an expanded range of services and the full support of our operational infrastructure.”
Massey Services honored as 2025 Donor of the Year by Chance 2 Dance Orlando
Chance 2 Dance recently named Massey Services as its 2025 Donor of the Year. The organization annually recognizes a distinguished individual, business or foundation whose generosity, advocacy and dedication have significantly advanced its mission.
To be selected as Donor of the Year, recipients must demonstrate a minimum of three years of consistent involvement with the organization, exemplifying not only financial generosity but also a deep commitment to accessibility in the arts. Massey Services has directly supported the nonprofit’s sensory-friendly studio, community engagement initiatives and the continued expansion of dance opportunities for individuals of all abilities.
“I am deeply grateful to Andrea Massey-Farrell (president and CEO of the Harvey and Carol Massey Foundation) and the entire Massey Services team,” said Nicole Warren, executive director of Chance 2 Dance. “Year after year, Massey Services has remained a generous donor and an exceptional supporter of our organization, our programs, and our dancers. We truly appreciate the lasting impact they continue to make in our community.”
D-Bug Pest Control Expands Ohio Presence
D-Bug Pest Control recently opened a new office in Dublin, Ohio.
Originally founded in 1939 and serving communities across Western Pennsylvania for decades, D-Bug has started to to expand into Ohio, as the new office marks the company’s second location in the state following its recent expansion into Grove City, Ohio.
“We’re excited to bring our long-standing tradition of excellence to the Dublin community,” said
Shawn Varchetti, owner of D-Bug Pest Control.“Our team of licensed professionals is dedicated to delivering safe, effective pest solutions backed by more than 80 years of industry experience.”
D-Bug’s Ohio services are focused on pest control, offering treatments for common pests such
as termites, ants, cockroaches, bed bugs, mosquitoes, rodents and more.
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