Anticimex at a glance
Who owns Anticimex
In 2021 EQT announced Anticimex as the first investment of its longer-hold strategy (EQT Future), buying from its own EQT VI fund at an enterprise value of SEK 60 billion alongside long-term co-investors including Melker Schorling AB, GIC and AMF.
Trades, footprint and model
Trades: Pest control (residential and commercial)
Footprint: Global pest control group that has grown in the US through acquisitions, including entering Texas in 2025 with three acquisitions.
Model: Anticimex buys local pest control companies and typically keeps local branch leadership while adding its digital monitoring and systems.
Dated timeline
What they say they look for
Its US releases describe buying established local operators to enter or build density in a region. No published size thresholds.
Questions to ask if Anticimex approaches you
- Platform or add-on?
It sets the multiple range. Ask directly which one you would be.
- Cash at close vs rollover vs earn-out
Get the split in dollars. Ask how rollover equity is valued and when it can be sold. See rollover equity.
- Your role and for how long
Employment term, non-compete length and territory, and what happens if you leave early.
- What happens to your brand, people and customers
Get commitments on staff pay, benefits and brand in writing if they matter to you.
- Sponsor timeline
When did the current owner invest, and when do they expect to sell? It affects your rollover payout.
Comparable acquirers
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Frequently asked questions
Who owns Anticimex?
In 2021 EQT announced Anticimex as the first investment of its longer-hold strategy (EQT Future), buying from its own EQT VI fund at an enterprise value of SEK 60 billion alongside long-term co-investors including Melker Schorling AB, GIC and AMF.
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Sources
- Anticimex - EQT announces longer-hold strategy with Anticimex as first investment (accessed 2026-09-23)
- Anticimex - Acquires SafeHaven, Abby's and Metro Guard to enter Texas (accessed 2026-09-23)