Rollins Inc. is a services-sector company operating in the pest control and environmental services subsegment, with shares traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). The company’s founding is associated with John W. Rollins and members of the Rollins family, who structured the business based on regional pest control operations in the United States.
The company was established as a privately formed enterprise, without direct creation through government initiative. Its initial motivations were linked to the professionalization and standardization of pest control services, addressing growing demand for sanitary solutions in residential, commercial, and industrial environments.
Core products and services include urban pest control and prevention, such as insects and rodents, termite treatment, disinfection services, integrated pest management solutions, and recurring preventive maintenance contracts, serving both residential and corporate clients.
The company operates on an international scale, with a strong presence in the United States and operations across Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Canada, and Australia. Activities are distributed across multiple U.S. states and international markets through subsidiaries and franchised operations.
Market factors include sanitary and regulatory requirements, urban growth, demand for recurring services, regional and national competition, advances in environmentally responsible control methods, and macroeconomic conditions affecting the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
Operational scale is characterized by millions of customers served, thousands of operating units and specialized technicians, and an extensive network of company-owned branches and franchised operations. The revenue base exhibits a high level of recurrence, supported by long-term service contracts.
The operating structure is organized by brands and regions, following a decentralized model that integrates local operations, supply logistics, technical training, sales, marketing, and corporate support. The administrative headquarters is located in the United States, with centralized governance and distributed operational execution.
The primary trading ticker is ROL, listed on the New York Stock Exchange, representing the common shares of Rollins Inc. in the U.S. equity market.
History and foundation
The company was founded in 1948 in the United States, with the establishment of Rollins Inc. following the acquisition of Orkin Exterminating Company, laying the foundation for nationwide operations in the pest control industry.
In its early years, key challenges included standardizing service delivery, building qualified technical teams, and expanding brand presence in a fragmented market. Early achievements included the consolidation of Orkin as a leading reference in the pest control segment.
Expansion and growth took place over subsequent decades through the opening of new branches, entry into international markets, development of complementary brands, and expansion of the service portfolio across different economic segments.
Historical milestones include the expansion of international operations beginning in the second half of the 20th century, brand diversification beyond Orkin, and the consolidation of the corporate structure as a multinational group. The completion of the initial public offering (IPO) occurred prior to the modern consolidation of the market, enabling continued access to capital markets over time.
Between 2020 and 2024, relevant developments included continued international expansion, strategic acquisitions of regional operators, adaptation of services to more stringent sanitary protocols, investments in technology and workforce training, and fluctuations in share performance influenced by macroeconomic conditions and sustained demand for essential services.
Additional Information
The Company Rollins Inc. (United States), is listed on NYSE with a market value of $ 28.62 Billions, having an equity of $ 1.53 Billion.
With a total of 1.516 employees, the company is listed in the sector of Services and categorized in industry of Commercial Services.
In the last 12 months the Company had a revenue of $ 3.68 Billions, which generated a profit in the amount of $ 515.94 Millions.
As for its main indicators, the Company has a P/E ratio of 55.47, a P/BV ratio of 18.68 and in the last 12 months the dividend yield of ROL was at 1.15%.
The Company is traded internationally through the ticker ROL.