Orkin
Home Services · Pest Control
- Royalty
- 7.0%
of weekly Net Sales
About Orkin
Orkin is a leading brand in the pest control industry, with over 120 years of experience in both commercial and residential pest control. Specializing in protection against common pests such as termites, rodents, and insects, Orkin has become a trusted name in pest management. Committed to excellence, Orkin prides itself on its highly trained team members who undergo 160 hours of extensive training. With over 400 locations worldwide, Orkin is available to serve customers globally. But Orkin's dedication doesn't stop there. The brand is actively involved in the communities it serves, partnering with organizations like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Science Teachers Association to educate the public about pests and their impact on public health. Orkin also recognizes the importance of environmental responsibility, understanding that pests play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance. The brand strives to find solutions that ensure maximum exposure with minimal impact. Whether it's residential or commercial pest control, Orkin offers tailored pest management solutions to meet the unique needs of each customer. With their renowned Orkin Guarantee, which includes off-schedule return visits and a 30-day money back guarantee, partnering with Orkin means pest-free peace of mind. Contact Orkin today to experience the Orkin difference and enjoy a pest-free environment.
Key terms
- Shorter term discount
Initial Franchise Fee discounted by the same percentage that the term is shortened from the standard term.
- Additional territory discount
Discounts may be offered to certain qualified current franchisees that acquire an additional territory; typically aggregate discounts do not exceed 25%.
- Brand fund
2.0% of Net Sales
- Footprint
800 – 2,500 sq ft
- Veteran discount
We may offer discount(s) based on whether you are a veteran; discounts typically do not, in the aggregate, exceed 25% of the Initial Franchise Fee.
Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2025 filing).
Growth
- Total locations—
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings—
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate—
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR—
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio—
Cumulative opens / closures through year-end
Unit economics
- Annual unit volume (Median)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (25th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (75th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- 1-year Median AUV growth rate—
Year-over-year change in median AUV
- Store-level EBITDA Margin—
Median unit-level EBITDA / AUV
Investment profile
- Estimated initial investment$307k
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
↓ Lower is better - Time to open2 months
Midpoint of average time from agreement to opening
↓ Lower is better - Royalty rate7.0%
Percent of net sales paid to the franchisor
↓ Lower is better - Sales-to-investment ratio—
Median AUV / estimated initial investment midpoint
- Cash-on-cash returns—
Median unit-level EBITDA / estimated initial investment midpoint. Steady-state estimate; year 1 returns will be lower as the unit ramps to median volumes.
Franchisee healthLocked
- Unit closure ratio
- Transfer vs. closure ratio
- Percent multi-unit franchisees
- Litigation rate
- EBITDA multiple on sales & transfers
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Location footprint
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Sources
Financial and operating figures are sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Documents. Brand percentile rankings are based on comparisons to other brands that include the same metrics in their Franchise Disclosure Documents.