The Pest Rangers Staff

In May 2026, a hantavirus outbreak aboard the M/V Hondius expedition cruise ship killed three people and sickened at least ten others, making it one of the most high-profile clusters of the disease in recent memory.

The CDC issued quarantine orders for passengers brought to the National Quarantine Unit at Nebraska Medicine in Omaha, after the World Health Organization confirmed that the Andes virus strain can be transmitted person-to-person through prolonged contact.

Hantavirus does not normally make international headlines. It is a rodent-borne disease that infects roughly 20 to 40 Americans per year, with most cases occurring west of the Mississippi. But the cruise ship outbreak refocused public attention on a virus that is not limited to the American Southwest, and that has been confirmed in Pennsylvania.

As rodent activity remains year-round in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, homeowners with mice or rats in the house have reason to understand exactly what the disease is, how it spreads, and what practical steps to reduce exposure look like.

What Is the 2026 Hantavirus Outbreak?

The current outbreak is caused by Andes virus, a hantavirus strain endemic to South America rather than the United States.

On May 2, 2026, the World Health Organization was notified of a cluster of severe acute respiratory illness among passengers and crew aboard the M/V Hondius in the Atlantic Ocean.

By May 6, the WHO confirmed the Andes virus as the cause. As of mid-May, WHO had reported 10 cases—eight of them laboratory-confirmed—and three deaths.

The CDC confirmed quarantine orders for two passengers brought to Nebraska Medicine. It noted that as of May 18, no confirmed cases of the Andes virus associated with the ship had been reported inside the United States. The CDC characterized the overall risk to the American public as extremely low.

What made this outbreak medically significant, beyond its immediate casualties, was the confirmed strain involved.

Andes virus is the only hantavirus known to spread from person to person—a characteristic that sets it apart from every hantavirus strain found in the United States. Sin Nombre virus, the strain responsible for the vast majority of American HPS cases, does not spread between people.

Exposure to Sin Nombre virus in the U.S. requires contact with infected rodents or their waste. The cruise ship outbreak, while alarming, involves a different virus with a different transmission profile than what New Jersey and Pennsylvania homeowners face domestically.

What Is Hantavirus and How Does It Spread in the United States?

Hantaviruses are a family of viruses spread primarily by rodents. In the United States, infection causes Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS), a potentially fatal respiratory disease.

The CDC has recorded 890 confirmed cases of hantavirus disease in the United States since surveillance began in 1993. This low total reflects how uncommon the disease is, but that number includes a 35 to 40 percent mortality rate among those who develop full HPS.

The primary carrier of Sin Nombre virus in the United States is the deer mouse (Peromyscus maniculatus). An estimated 15 percent of deer mice carry the virus.

White-footed mice, cotton rats, and rice rats can carry other hantavirus variants. The common house mouse and Norway rat—the two most common species in urban New Jersey and Pennsylvania—are not known carriers, but this does not mean rodent exposure in any form is without risk.

How Transmission Happens

Hantavirus does not require direct contact with a live rodent. The CDC identifies three transmission routes:

• Inhalation: The most common and most dangerous route. Sweeping, vacuuming, or otherwise disturbing areas with mouse droppings, urine, or nesting material releases viral particles into the air. Breathing that contaminated dust is how most hantavirus infections occur. The CDC specifically warns against sweeping or vacuuming dry rodent droppings for this reason.
• Direct contact: Touching rodent droppings, urine, or saliva and then touching the mouth, nose, or eyes. The virus can survive for hours to days on surfaces, particularly in cool, moist, shaded conditions, such as basements and crawlspaces.
• Rodent bites: Rare but possible when handling a live or recently dead wild rodent.

Person-to-person transmission does not occur with any hantavirus strain found in the United States. The Andes virus from the cruise ship outbreak is the sole known exception globally.

Is Hantavirus Present in New Jersey and Pennsylvania?

Yes, hantavirus has been confirmed in both states, though it remains uncommon.

The Pennsylvania Game Commission and the Pennsylvania Department of Health both document hantavirus as present in the state, and Pennsylvania has had confirmed human cases, including one in Clearfield County in 2007.

St. Luke’s Health Network has noted that while hantavirus is particularly rare in the Northeast compared to western states, it has been reported in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, and multiple other eastern states.

The geographic distribution of hantavirus cases in the U.S. is overwhelmingly concentrated west of the Mississippi River.

New Mexico, Colorado, and Arizona account for the largest shares of confirmed cases nationally.

However, the CDC’s own case mapping confirms reported cases in Pennsylvania and surrounding states.

The practical implication for New Jersey and Pennsylvania homeowners is not alarm. It is informed caution.

The risk of contracting hantavirus from a mouse infestation in Burlington County or Lackawanna County is low, but not zero. By following CDC guidelines and the precautions our technicians take when dealing with rodents, you can eliminate your risk of hantavirus.

How to Protect Yourself: CDC-Recommended Safety Steps

To minimize the risk of exposure to hantavirus, the CDC recommends a strict three-pronged approach focused on safe entry, meticulous cleanup, and long-term rodent exclusion.

Before You Enter a Potentially Contaminated Space

• Ventilate before entering: Open windows and doors and allow the space to air out for at least 30 minutes before entering. Cross-ventilation is preferable. Do not enter immediately after unlocking a space that has been closed all winter.
• Wear respiratory protection: A disposable N95 respirator is the minimum appropriate protection when entering a space with confirmed or suspected rodent activity. A standard dust mask is not sufficient. The viral particles in contaminated dust are small enough to pass through cloth face coverings.
• Wear rubber, latex, or vinyl gloves: Do not handle any rodent waste, nesting material, or dead rodents with bare hands.

Cleaning Contaminated Surfaces and Materials

• Never sweep or vacuum dry droppings: This is the single most important rule in the CDC’s hantavirus guidance. Sweeping or vacuuming dry droppings aerosolizes viral particles. Wet cleaning is required.
• Spray droppings and contaminated material before touching: Mix 1.5 cups of household bleach per gallon of water and spray the contaminated area thoroughly. Allow the solution to soak for at least five minutes before wiping up. This disinfects the material and prevents aerosolization during cleanup.
• Double-bag all contaminated waste: Place soaked droppings, nesting material, and dead rodents in a plastic bag, seal it, and place it inside a second plastic bag before disposal.
• Disinfect all surfaces after removal: Wipe down all surfaces in the area with the same bleach solution. Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after removing gloves.

Long-Term Prevention: Sealing Rodents Out

The most effective long-term protection against rodent-associated disease risk is preventing rodents from entering the structure in the first place. Exclusion measures are more durable than trapping alone, because a sealed structure eliminates the exposure risk at the source rather than responding to it after the fact.

• Seal entry points: Mice can enter through gaps as small as a dime. Inspect the foundation perimeter, utility penetrations, garage door gaps, and the soffit and roofline of older homes for gaps and seal them with steel wool, hardware cloth, caulk, and foam appropriate for each location.
• Eliminate food and harborage sources: Store birdseed, pet food, and any grain products in sealed hard-sided containers. Keep firewood stacked away from the structure. Reduce ground-level clutter adjacent to the foundation that provides rodent harborage.
• Address indoor harborage: Cardboard storage boxes in basements and attics are preferred rodent nesting material. Transferring stored items to sealed plastic bins eliminates both the nesting substrate and the risk that disturbing an infested cardboard box creates.

While these methods help reduce rodent exposure, the best way to eliminate your chances of encountering rodents is with a seasonal prevention plan from a trusted exterminator.

Plans include inspections and treatments that leave you covered for rodent control if you spot signs of a rat or mouse in your property.

When to Seek Medical Attention

Hantavirus symptoms appear one to eight weeks after exposure and initially resemble the flu: fever, fatigue, muscle aches, particularly in the thighs, hips, and back, nausea, and headache.

The most dangerous progression occurs four to ten days later, when HPS patients develop severe shortness of breath as fluid fills the lungs. This respiratory phase can deteriorate rapidly and requires intensive care.

If you have been in a space with evidence of heavy rodent activity and develop flu-like symptoms in the following weeks, seek medical attention promptly and tell the physician about your potential rodent exposure.

Early clinical recognition is critical because by the time respiratory symptoms appear, the window for intervention is narrow. There is no specific antiviral treatment for hantavirus, and supportive care in an intensive care setting is the primary medical response.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is hantavirus present in New Jersey and Pennsylvania?

Yes. Hantavirus has been confirmed in both states, though cases are rare compared to the western United States. Pennsylvania has documented confirmed human cases, and both states are home to the deer mouse and white-footed mouse, the primary rodent carriers of hantavirus strains present in the eastern U.S. The risk is real but low for most homeowners who do not regularly disturb rodent-contaminated enclosed spaces.

Does the 2026 cruise ship hantavirus outbreak affect New Jersey and Pennsylvania residents?

The outbreak aboard the M/V Hondius cruise ship involves the Andes virus strain, which is endemic to South America and is the only hantavirus known to spread between people. It is a different virus than the hantavirus strains present in the United States. As of May 18, 2026, the CDC confirmed no cases of Andes virus associated with the outbreak have been reported in the U.S., and the overall risk to the American public is considered extremely low.

Can I get hantavirus from the mice in my house?

The common house mouse (Mus musculus) and the Norway rat are not known carriers of hantavirus in the United States. The primary carriers are deer mice and white-footed mice, which are more common in rural, forested, and suburban settings in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. However, any mouse infestation in an enclosed space creates a health concern through other pathogens, including Salmonella, and the presence of any rodent in your home warrants professional control.

What is the right way to clean up mouse droppings to avoid hantavirus?

The CDC is specific: never sweep or vacuum dry mouse droppings. Doing so aerosolizes viral particles. Instead, ventilate the area for 30 minutes before entering, wear an N95 respirator and rubber gloves, spray droppings with a bleach solution (1.5 cups of bleach per gallon of water), let it soak for five minutes, then wipe up the soaked material. Double-bag all waste before disposal. This wet-cleaning approach is the standard recommended by the CDC for all rodent-contaminated spaces.

What symptoms indicate a possible hantavirus infection?

Early symptoms of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome are flu-like and appear one to eight weeks after exposure: fever, severe fatigue, muscle aches in the large muscle groups, headache, nausea, and chills.

Can a professional rodent control service reduce hantavirus risk?

Yes, directly. Professional rodent control addresses the infestation that creates exposure risk, and professional exclusion seals the entry points that allow rodents to establish in the structure in the first place. The Pest Rangers provides rodent control and exclusion services throughout New Jersey and Pennsylvania, eliminating the rodent presence and the ongoing waste accumulation that creates hantavirus exposure risk in enclosed spaces.

Professional treatment has a significantly higher success rate with carpenter ants because the parent colony is often outside the home and hard to locate.

DIY can work for very isolated, early-stage activity with a single visible trail, but it usually fails when satellite nests are already established inside walls.

For most Poconos homeowners, the honest answer is a mix: try DIY if the problem is small and caught early, and call a professional when you see frass, swarmers, or activity in more than one room.

This guide gives you the trade-offs on cost, timeline, and success rate so you can make the call for your home.

If you are not sure which pest you are dealing with first, the pest identification library can help you confirm the species, and pest control in the Poconos is available in Stroudsburg, Mount Pocono, East Stroudsburg, Tobyhanna, and Lake Harmony, to name a few, if you decide to skip the DIY route.

Which Is Better for Carpenter Ants: DIY or a Professional?

The short version: DIY handles surface-level ant activity. Professional treatment handles the colony. Those are two different problems, and carpenter ants create the second one more often than the first.

DIY works best when: you catch a small trail early, the activity is limited to one room, and there is no frass or signs of nesting inside the structure.

Professional treatment is the better choice when: you see winged swarmers indoors, find sawdust-like frass, hear rustling in walls, or see ants in multiple parts of the home. These signs mean a satellite nest is already inside the structure, and the parent colony is probably somewhere in the surrounding woods.

Carpenter ant colonies often take three to six years to mature, so by the time you see a lot of foragers, the problem has been developing for a while. That history is what makes DIY inconsistent and professional treatment more reliable.

What Does DIY Carpenter Ant Treatment Involve?

DIY carpenter ant treatment usually means buying bait stations, sprays, or dusts at a hardware store and applying them yourself. The approach can work on small, isolated problems, but it requires patience and careful product selection.

Common DIY Methods and Products

• Ant baits: Granular or gel baits containing active ingredients like abamectin, fipronil, or boric acid. Foraging ants carry the bait back to the colony, where it kills the queen and workers over several weeks.
• Contact sprays: Aerosol or liquid sprays containing pyrethroids like cyfluthrin, deltamethrin, or permethrin. These kill ants on contact but rarely reach the nest.
• Dusts: Insecticide powders applied into wall voids or cracks where ants are active. Effective only if you can get the dust close to the nest.
• Natural options: Diatomaceous earth, borax sugar baits, or essential oil sprays. These work in limited cases and usually only against foragers, not the colony.

Before you apply any product, read the label carefully. Using a pesticide in a way that does not match the label is a violation of federal law. The EPA guidance on carpenter ant control spells out the legal use patterns for home pesticide products.

Typical DIY Cost

DIY carpenter ant supplies usually cost $30 to $100 for a full round of treatment.

• Bait stations or gel: $10 to $40
• Contact spray: $10 to $30
• Insecticide dust: $15 to $30
• Duster or applicator tool: $10 to $20
• Protective gloves and eye protection: $10 to $20

The up-front cost is low. The hidden cost shows up later if the treatment fails and the colony keeps expanding, because structural repairs start at a few hundred dollars and can run into the thousands.

Where DIY Usually Fails

DIY fails for predictable reasons. Understanding them helps you judge whether your situation is likely to respond to a store-bought product or not.

1. The parent nest is usually outdoors. Most Poconos carpenter ant colonies have a parent nest in a stump, tree, or log within 100 yards of the home. Spraying baseboards does not reach it.
2. Satellite nests are hidden. Ants build satellite nests in wall voids, insulation, and roof decking. You cannot bait or spray what you cannot find.
3. Contact sprays can make things worse. Repellent sprays can cause a colony to split (a process called budding), creating multiple smaller nests from one original problem. This is a well-documented risk in extension literature on wood-destroying insect control.
4. Carpenter ants are picky eaters. Baits only work if the ants accept them. Penn State Extension notes that carpenter ants often ignore baits entirely, which ends the treatment before it starts.
5. The strongest products require a license. Non-repellent insecticides that carpenter ants cannot detect (and therefore carry back to the nest) are typically restricted-use products. For more context on colony behavior and why surface sprays often fail, see research on wood-destroying insect control from Rutgers Cooperative Extension.

What Does Professional Carpenter Ant Removal Involve?

Professional carpenter ant removal is a multi-step process built around finding and eliminating the entire colony, not just the ants you see. The goal is colony elimination, not spot treatment.

Inspection and Colony Location

A technician starts with a full inspection of the home and surrounding property. That typically includes:

• Walking the exterior to find stumps, logs, and dead tree limbs that may hold the parent colony
• Checking window frames, door frames, and sill plates for frass
• Inspecting attics, basements, and crawl spaces for satellite activity
• Tracing foraging trails back toward nest sites, usually at dusk or night when carpenter ants are most active
• Identifying moisture problems that support nesting

The inspection often takes longer than the treatment. It is also the step DIY cannot replicate, because finding the parent nest is the hardest and most important part of the job.

Non-Repellent Treatment Methods

Licensed technicians use non-repellent insecticides that carpenter ants cannot detect. Because the ants do not avoid the treated zone, they walk through it, carry the product back to the colony, and transfer it to the queen and the rest of the workers.

Common active ingredients: fipronil, imidacloprid, and similar transferable products used in exterior perimeter treatments. These are the same classes of products state cooperative extension programs identify as most effective for colony elimination.

Application methods: exterior perimeter sprays around the foundation, targeted dust injections into wall voids, and bait placements along foraging trails where appropriate.

Applied during the high foraging season, a single non-repellent perimeter treatment will often control the colony in the structure. For ongoing coverage, many Pocono homeowners choose our Home Protection Plan, which includes carpenter ant coverage along with other common pests.

Moisture and Entry Point Correction

Eliminating the current colony is only half the job. If the conditions that attracted the ants remain, another colony will move in within a year or two. That is why professional treatment almost always includes recommendations for:

• Clearing gutters and directing downspouts away from the foundation
• Repairing leaking pipes, roofs, and flashing
• Removing stumps and firewood from within 100 feet of the home
• Trimming tree branches and shrubs away from siding and rooflines
• Sealing cracks around utility penetrations, windows, and doors

A technician will point out the specific moisture and entry issues on your property. Fixing these is typically on the homeowner, but the guidance saves time and money over multiple service calls.

How Much Does Carpenter Ant Treatment Cost in the Poconos?

Cost varies with home size, infestation severity, and whether the job is one-time or part of ongoing coverage. Published industry data gives reliable ranges for comparison.

DIY treatment: $30 to $100 in products for a single round, sometimes more if multiple products or reapplications are needed.

Professional one-time treatment: typically $150 to $500 nationally, with carpenter ant jobs often landing at $250 to $500 because of the inspection work and targeted products required.

Ongoing protection plans: $40 to $70 per month for quarterly or recurring service that covers carpenter ants along with other common pests.

Structural repair if left untreated: $200 to $2,000 or more, depending on how long the colony was active and which structural elements were affected.

The math usually favors early professional treatment. Spending $250 to $500 once is almost always cheaper than spending that same amount on failed DIY attempts, then paying for professional service, then paying for repairs.

Which Option Has a Higher Success Rate?

Professional treatment has a higher success rate for carpenter ants than DIY. The gap comes down to access to products, access to the nest, and experience identifying satellite colonies.

Side-by-side comparison:

For the official control guidance behind these methods, see Penn State Extension on carpenter ant management. The same guidance informs how licensed technicians approach treatment in Pennsylvania.

When DIY Makes Sense and When It Doesn’t

An honest answer: DIY is not useless. It is just limited. Here is how to decide.

DIY is reasonable when:

• You see fewer than 10 ants over several days, all in one area
• There is no frass, no swarmers, and no rustling in walls
• The trail clearly comes from outside (a cracked door sweep, a window screen)
• You can fix the likely entry point within a few days
• You are willing to monitor for two to three weeks and escalate if activity returns

Call a professional when:

• You find frass piles anywhere in the home
• Winged swarmers appear indoors, especially in spring
• You see ants in multiple rooms or on multiple floors
• Activity continues or worsens after two weeks of DIY treatment
• The home has known moisture damage (old leaks, ice dams, soft window frames)
• You are preparing to sell the home or list it for rental

If you are in the second group, DIY is usually a delay rather than a solution, and the delay lets the colony grow.

What to Ask a Carpenter Ant Exterminator in Stroudsburg or Mount Pocono

Not all pest control companies handle carpenter ants the same way. Ask these questions before signing a contract.

• Are you licensed in Pennsylvania? All technicians should carry a PA Department of Agriculture pesticide applicator license.
• Will you inspect the exterior for parent colonies? A credible answer covers stumps, trees, firewood, and outbuildings within 100 feet of the home.
• What products will you use, and are they non-repellent? Non-repellent products are the industry standard for carpenter ant colony elimination.
• Do you offer a retreatment guarantee? Reputable companies back their work with free retreatment if activity returns within a defined window.
• Will you identify moisture and entry-point issues? Good technicians flag the conditions that attracted the ants in the first place.
• How do you handle seasonal or vacation homes? Lake Harmony, Tobyhanna, and Mount Pocono have a lot of second homes, so a provider who schedules around owner visits is a practical fit.

Carpenter Ant Treatment FAQs

Does carpenter ant spray actually work?

Contact sprays kill the ants they hit, but rarely reach the nest. Repellent sprays can make the problem worse by causing the colony to split into new satellite nests. Non-repellent products are far more effective, and most of the strongest options require a licensed applicator.

When is the best time to treat carpenter ants in the Poconos?

Late spring through early fall is the ideal window because foraging activity peaks in warm weather. Treatments applied during this period get carried back to the colony faster. Winter sightings usually mean a nest is already inside the heated part of the home, and treatment should still happen promptly.

Are professional carpenter ant treatments safe for pets and kids?

Modern products, applied by a licensed technician, are designed for use in and around homes with families and pets. Follow the reentry time on the product label (usually a few hours after application) and store any leftover product out of reach. Always share concerns about specific products with your technician before treatment.

How soon do I need to retreat after professional treatment?

For a one-time non-repellent perimeter treatment, retreatment is often not needed for the season if the job was successful. For properties with heavy wooded surroundings (common in Tobyhanna and Lake Harmony), quarterly service is usually the better long-term approach because new colonies can move in from neighboring woods.

Will one treatment kill the whole colony?

Often, yes, if a non-repellent perimeter treatment is applied during the foraging season and the parent colony is within treatment range. Complete elimination takes several weeks because the product has to spread through the colony before reaching the queen. If activity continues after four weeks, the nest location may need to be reassessed.

Can I combine DIY and professional treatment?

You can, but let the professional know what you have already applied. Prior use of repellent sprays can push ants away from a non-repellent bait, which delays results. Sharing your DIY history makes the professional plan more effective.

For more answers, visit our carpenter ant FAQ.

The Pest Rangers, one of Pennsylvania and New Jersey’s fastest-growing pest control providers, has added the pest control division of JMM Company to its expanding regional network.

The transaction, announced April 8, 2026, was facilitated by Cetane Associates, the same M&A advisory firm that guided The Pest Rangers’ acquisition of O.C.E. Pest & Termite Control in late 2025.

With this addition, The Pest Rangers now commands a network of over 30 expert technicians serving more than a dozen counties across Eastern Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

A Trusted Bucks County Company Joins a Growing Pennsylvania Leader in Pest Control

JMM Company was founded in 2005 in Bucks County, PA, originally as a plant and tree care operation before expanding into pest control and lawn care services.

By joining forces with The Pest Rangers, JMM’s loyal client base will now benefit from an infusion of new technology and expanded service capabilities, ensuring JMM’s “community-first” focus remains while the quality of care evolves.

“(The) Pest Rangers is a fantastic company, and we’re confident that JMM Company is truly in great hands,” commented Bob Williamson, Pest and Lawn Director of Cetane, who facilitated the sale.

The Pest Rangers Brings Its Award-Winning Services to More Customers in Bucks County

The Pest Rangers has grown steadily since Jeff King founded the company in 2008. What began as a single operation in Northeastern Pennsylvania out of the back of a garbage truck has expanded through a series of strategic acquisitions and branch openings into a multi-location company serving communities across the Commonwealth.

The Pest Rangers’ recent expansion in neighboring Burlington County and Lehigh County allowed the company to bridge the gap between the central parts of the region between its original NEPA location and its Montgomeryville branch.

This recent acquisition of JMM will help The Pest Rangers serve even more customers throughout Bucks County and provide greater resources to loyal JMM customers, including its K9 bed bug detection, termite monitoring, and bat exclusion services that other pest control providers lack.

Jeff King, President of The Pest Rangers, shared his vision for the transition:

“We’re excited to bring JMM Company on board, it’s a great fit for our team. With such a strong reputation and loyal customer base, we’re committed to carrying on the same level of dependable, high-quality service they’ve always delivered. We would also like to thank Bob and the Cetane team for ensuring a smooth process throughout.”

Delivering Award-Winning Pest Control to JMM Customers

For JMM Company clients in Bucks County and the surrounding regions, The Pest Rangers is committed to delivering the same quality of care that JMM customers expect from their pest control provider.

As a JMM customer, you now have access to a more robust, tech-forward service model designed for your convenience and peace of mind:

• Priority Response Times: Pest issues can’t wait. You now benefit from Same-Day or Next-Day service guarantee, supported by one of the largest operational networks in the region.
• The TPR Customer Portal: Take full control of your account. You can now view service histories, pay bills, and see upcoming appointments, all in one place.
• Advanced K9 Bed Bug Detection: Certified K9 scent detection teams provide the most accurate and non-invasive bed bug inspections available today.
• Comprehensive Protection Plans: From ongoing seasonal maintenance to specialized termite monitoring and bat exclusion, The Pest Rangers’ expanded service list ensures your property is protected from the unique pressures of the Delaware River corridor.
• Quality Control in Commercial Sectors: The Pest Rangers is a GreenPro- and QualityPro-certified exterminator with expertise and certification in FSMA and PA Department of Agriculture regulations to support your business.
• Expert Continuity: You will continue to see the experienced technicians you trust, now equipped with the latest advanced treatment methods and eco-friendly technology.

The Pest Rangers specializes in termite treatments, rodent control, bed bug eradication, mosquito and tick plans, and both residential and commercial pest management services. Its wide service network and in-house resources allow it to provide faster and better quality care to customers across Bucks County, which is why it continues its expansion across the region.

FAQs

Will JMM customers continue to receive the same level of service?

Yes. The Pest Rangers is committed to honoring JMM’s tradition of dependable, community-focused care while adding the resources and expertise of a growing regional provider.

Will pricing or service plans change?

Most existing plans will remain in place. Customers may also gain access to new service options, enhanced seasonal plans, and upgraded scheduling tools offered by The Pest Rangers.

Does this acquisition mean faster response times?

Yes. With more staff, equipment, and a larger service network, customers in Bucks County and surrounding areas can expect improved response times year-round.

Which services will now be available to JMM customers?

Customers will have expanded access to termite control, rodent removal, bed bug treatment, mosquito and tick services, seasonal pest plans, and commercial pest management.

Who advised on the transaction?

Cetane Associates served as the sole advisor for JMM Company, facilitating the sale and guiding the transition process.