Pest Control Industry Insights: Trends, Opportunities & Strategies for 2025
Author:
Mosh Latifi
Co-Owner of Ecocare
Published:
Nov 14, 2025
2025 rewards pest-control providers that go sustainable, data-driven, and recurring-revenue. If you serve London HMOs, residential blocks, and commercial portfolios, pair IPM with IoT monitoring, package subscription plans, and bundle adjacent services (like drainage or CCTV surveying) to win larger, longer contracts.
Table of Content
Global & UK Market Snapshot
The global pest control market continues to grow steadily, while the UK shows mixed signals — competitive pressure but strong demand in key urban centres.
According to Fortune Business Insights, the global pest control market was valued at USD 19.73 billion in 2019 and is projected to reach USD 42.79 billion by 2032, growing at around 6.2% CAGR.
In the UK, IBISWorld estimates the industry revenue at £992 million (2023). Growth is moderate, with forecasts of about 2.3% annually toward 2025.
Market Research Future projects a 6.5% CAGR for the UK insect pest-control segment, while Straits Research reports the UK rodent-control market could hit USD 863 million by 2032.
The bottom line: growth is real — but consolidation, compliance, and differentiation will define the winners.
Drivers Shaping 2025
Regulation & Sustainability
The UK’s National Action Plan for Pesticides (2025) emphasises reduced chemical use and integrated pest-management (IPM).
For small operators, this is an opportunity — align with sustainability now to stay ahead of regulation and attract ESG-conscious clients.Across Europe, the insect-control market is forecast to nearly double by 2035, according to Market Research Future, driven by eco-friendly innovations and monitoring technologies.
Urbanisation & Property Mix
Urban density, construction, and multi-unit housing increase pest pressure. HMOs, PBSA, and build-to-rent developments create continuous work for pest-control professionals.
The UK’s rodent-control market alone is projected to grow by over 5.5% CAGR this decade.Technology: IoT, AI & Software
According to The Business Research Company, AI, IoT sensors, and remote monitoring are transforming how technicians operate.
Adopt smart traps, digital dashboards, and CRM integration (like Jobber) to cut travel time and provide real-time visibility to property managers.Customer Expectations
Today’s clients want transparency, documentation, and eco-proof results.Fieldster highlights that digital reporting and sustainability credentials are becoming essential for client retention and competitive bids.
Segment Opportunities for 2025
Residential & HMOs
Homeowners and landlords remain core revenue streams.
Offer quarterly inspection plans, emergency call-outs, and seasonal pest bundles (e.g., moths in spring, rodents in winter).
Provide tenants with short hygiene guides and landlords with proofing reports.Commercial & Hospitality
According to IBISWorld, commercial contracts make up a large share of UK pest-control income.
Compliance and brand protection drive these decisions — offer digital compliance logs, sensor-based monitoring, and trend analysis reports to justify premium pricing.Add-On Services: Drainage, CCTV & Repairs
Rodents often use damaged drains as entry points. Bundling drain unblocking and CCTV surveying creates a complete “property-health” service.
This integrated approach differentiates you from standard pest operators and builds trust with property managers.Subscription & Recurring Revenue
Recurring models provide predictable income and higher lifetime value.
Consider Bronze/Silver/Gold tiers:Bronze → Reactive + 2 routine visits
Silver → Preventive + reporting + priority call-outs
Gold → IoT monitoring + analytics + proofing allowance
Operational Shifts That Boost Margin
Digitisation & CRM Integration
Use platforms like Jobber or similar field-service tools to:
Generate photo-rich reports automatically
Tag each station with QR codes
Allow clients to log in via a portal for certificates and history
Automate renewals and invoicing
Data-Driven Pest Management
IoT monitoring and analytics enable proactive rather than reactive work.
For instance, using smart trap data you can visualise capture heat-maps, plan technician routes, and predict infestations before they escalate.Sustainable & Low-Chemical IPM
Adopt the inspection → sanitation → proofing → targeted treatment cycle, as recommended by Coherent Market Insights.
Track chemical-usage reductions across quarters — clients value measurable sustainability.Pricing & Packaging
Sell outcomes, not hours.Include SLAs (e.g., “2-hour response”), proofing allowances, and monthly summaries.Use 12-month term discounts to lock in retention and improve forecasting.
Marketing & Sales That Actually Move the Needle
Local & Regional SEO
Create unique London location pages — e.g., “Pest Control in Clapham HMOs” — with real case studies and before/after images.
Optimise for “pest control + area” searches using your own GEO pages.
Regularly collect Google reviews and maintain a steady posting schedule.Partnerships That Scale
Partner with estate agents, block managers, and facility managers.
Lead with a pilot offer — for example, 20% off for the first 10 properties — then transition to recurring contracts. Provide them a simple SLA playbook for internal rollout.Segmentation & Offers
Residential: speed, hygiene, guaranteed results.
Commercial: compliance, documentation, analytics.
Tailor landing pages and emails accordingly.
Building Brand Credibility
Instead of listing accreditations, showcase results:Before/after images, proofing reports, case summaries, and testimonials.Publish quarterly blogs with insights like this one — clients see you as a specialist, not just contractor.
Challenges & Risk Areas
Compliance: stay updated with DEFRA’s sustainability plan.
Labour & Logistics: technician shortages and rising costs make digitisation vital.
DIY Products: differentiate with expertise and proofing services that DIY kits can’t match.
Scaling Quality: standardise technician training and checklists to ensure consistent results as you expand.
A 3-Stage Strategic Roadmap
0–6 Months
Launch Bronze/Silver/Gold plans
Implement QR-coded stations + client portal
Publish 5 local area pages
Pilot sensor-based monitoring at flagship sites
6–18 Months
Bundle drainage/CCTV services
Formalise IPM SOP and technician playbook
Add monthly performance summaries
Secure multi-property partnerships
18 + Months
Expand across London regions
Add analytics dashboard for clients
Acquire or partner with smaller regional firms
Quick Takeaways
Recurring revenue > one-offs
Data + IPM = differentiation
Bundle adjacent services like drainage
Digitise everything from reports to renewals
Sustainability sells — track and show metrics
GEO/SEO + partnerships = scalable pipeline
Conclusion
The pest-control industry is evolving — and small, agile firms have the edge.
By combining preventive IPM, data insights, and sustainable methods, you can move from “reactive contractor” to “trusted property partner.”If you operate across London’s residential, HMO, or commercial markets, now’s the time to adopt IoT monitoring, subscription plans, and bundled property-health services to stay ahead of competition and regulation alike.
