CERTUS Acquires Standard Pest Control in Washington State

Standard Pest Control joins PURCOR Pest Solutions following its acquisition by CERTUS.
Eight people pose in front of a white pickup truck with the words “STANDARD PEST CONTROL” on the side. The group stands and kneels on a driveway next to trees and a house, with an American flag visible behind the truck, representing their commitment to quality pest control in Washington as part of the CERTUS family.

CERTUS Acquires Standard Pest Control in Washington State

CERTUS has partnered with Standard Pest Control, a pest control provider based in Puyallup, Washington. The partnership expands CERTUS’ presence in the Greater Seattle market. In addition, Standard will become part of PURCOR Pest Solutions’ existing operations in Puyallup and Seattle.

SEATTLE, Wash. (September 16, 2026) — CERTUS, one of America’s leading home services companies, has partnered with Standard Pest Control (Standard). Based in Puyallup, Wash., just 35 miles south of Seattle, Standard has developed a strong reputation as a customer-focused pest control provider whose values align with CERTUS. This partnership marks another step forward in CERTUS’ strategic growth in the Greater Seattle market.

CERTUS partners with pest control operators who share a commitment to operational excellence, long-term customer relationships, and being an amazing employer. CERTUS has thoughtfully expanded its presence in Northeast Washington through strategic partnerships and by integrating its flagship pest control brand, PURCOR Pest Solutions.

“The Greater Seattle area has more than 4 million residents and lots of visiting tourists,” said Patrick Kelly, senior vice president of corporate development at CERTUS. “This makes the area a strong business market for pest control, with its thousands of homes, offices, hotels, and other public places. Standard Pest Control has literally set a standard for what great pest control looks like, and I’m delighted to have them join forces with PURCOR Pest Solutions to set an elevated standard together.”

Standard will effortlessly integrate into PURCOR’s strong existing operations in Puyallup and Seattle. Standard’s customers will continue to receive the dependable, friendly service they’re used to while benefiting from enhanced resources, expanded service offerings, and stronger operational support.

About CERTUS

CERTUS is a home services company operating pest control, lawn service, and swimming pool maintenance/repair brands in 11 states, with its pest division ranking among the top 15 in the annual PCT Top 100 and its pool division among the country’s five largest. Founded in 2019, CERTUS champions innovation and operational excellence for customers and aims to be the industry’s employer of choice. For more information, visit CERTUSHome.com

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