Rentokil provides proactive, technology-driven pest management that protects homes and safeguards business operations before severe infestations can occur. We focus on early intervention and sustainable solutions to treat the root cause of pests, ensuring long-term safety for your property, family, and the environment.
At our core, dedicated personnel drive company success. United by shared principles and a common purpose, our team safeguards communities, enriches daily living, and defends the environment.
As an international leader in advanced pest management, Rentokil delivers unmatched global reach—spanning more than 80 countries with 1,800 local service hubs and a team exceeding 19,000 certified technicians.
Across Australia, we have safeguarded commercial operations and local residences since 1965. Supported by over 1,500 dedicated staff, 29 regional branches, and 680 field specialists, we deliver highly responsive, nationwide coverage tailored to your specific environment.
Our core purpose is to defend communities, enrich daily living, and protect ecosystems through sustainable, energy-conscious solutions. We supply end-to-end management programs across residential and commercial sectors—addressing everything from rodents, flies, and stored product pests to biting insects, birds, and broader wildlife risks.
Powered by technology-driven innovation, our proactive risk mitigation and early intervention services ensure ongoing business readiness while treating root causes to safeguard your enterprise.
Conceived globally through the vision of an expert entomologist and establishing operations locally in 1965, Rentokil has evolved into Australia's leading, most adaptable commercial pest management provider.
Conceived by entomologist Professor Harold Maxwell-Lefroy, Rentokil has evolved into the world’s foremost commercial pest management provider and the most trusted name across the industry.
Ever since securing our inaugural commercial contract to eradicate deathwatch beetles in the UK Parliament back in 1914, we remain dedicated to defending commercial operations and local residences through technology-driven innovation, deep field expertise, and unmatched service quality.
Starting in the 1960s, Rentokil scientists wrote a series of classic textbooks on pests and pest control.
Invented by Norman Hicken to treat woodworm in timber and patented in 1948. Over a million were sold by the late 1950s.
The Rentokil Film Unit produced many pioneering films about the threat of pests and won a number of awards.
To assist clients in mitigating emerging operational risks, adhering to evolving regulatory standards, resolving intricate infestation issues, and safeguarding brand reputation, we collaborate with leading Australian industry authorities. Through strategic partnerships, technology-driven innovation, and rigorous standards compliance, we advance food safety initiatives and elevate service excellence across the nation.
AEPMA sets standards for the pest management industry, provides information to consumers on urban pest control, liaises with regulatory authorities on matters including public safety and the use of pesticides. This partnership enables the ongoing collaboration and development of new initiatives aimed at supporting the goals of both organisations through the creation and adoption of new products, services, industry best practice and standards.
The AFGC helps companies and the food and grocery supply industry to sustain Australia. With advocacy at its core, they are structured to enable companies to contribute to overall industry policy and strategy and to influence category-specific issues and services. Rentokil’s partnership with AFGC helps food and grocery manufacturers and suppliers make a positive impact through collective action on issues impacting the industry.
Rentokil has partnered with AIFST who represents food system professionals working in all facets of the food industry: food science, food technology, engineering, sensory, new product development, innovation, regulatory, QA, nutrition, microbiology and food safety, as well as those in leadership positions within the academic, industry and private sectors. The collaboration advocates the role that food industry professionals and suppliers play in ensuring sustainable, safe, world-leading food is delivered to Australia and the world.
Rentokil has proudly partnered with PWAPM, an Australian association that represents professional women in the industry. There is strong alignment with this industry’s mission to attract, develop and support women in the pest management industry. In what was once perceived as a non-traditional career for women, Rentokil, along with PWAPM are driving for greater opportunities for women and expansion of pest related roles.
"Address root origins. Rentokil focuses on underlying triggers rather than simple surface indications."
Expert assessments extending well past temporary remedies. Our team implements precise interventions exactly where needed, safeguarding your property, family, and domestic animals.
"Identify threats early. Ensure operational readiness."
Continuous monitoring powered by myRentokil alongside PestConnect systems. Our specialists deliver eco-conscious risk management designed for forward-thinking enterprises, maintaining full regulatory compliance and ongoing audit assurance.
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Rentokil is committed to lowering our environmental impact by prioritising proactive prevention and non-toxic solutions over reactive chemical treatments.
We utilise advanced, non-invasive diagnostic tools like thermal imaging, radar, and AI-enabled sensors to detect pest activity that the naked eye cannot see.
A proactive approach focuses on early intervention and risk management to stop pests before they can cause severe infestations or structural damage.
Every Rentokil technician is fully licensed, rigorously trained, and audited bi-annually to ensure they meet the highest industry safety and compliance standards.
Because we focus on finding the root cause rather than just treating the symptoms, we significantly reduce the risk of pests returning.