Rollins, Inc. Reports Robust First Quarter Results Driven by Increased Demand
Rollins, Inc. Reports Financial Results for Q1 2026
Rollins, Inc. (NYSE: ROL) recently announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, revealing a positive growth trajectory fueled by heightened demand across its global consumer and commercial service offerings. The Atlanta-based company, recognized as a leader in pest control services, reported first-quarter revenues reaching $906 million. This figure marks a substantial increase of 10.2% compared to the same period in 2025, with organic revenues climbing by 6.6%.
Key Highlights of the Financial Report
One of the standout metrics from the quarterly report is the operating income, which totaled $145 million—reflecting a modest increase of 2% from the previous year. Moreover, the operating margin experienced a slight contraction to 16.1%, down 120 basis points year-over-year. However, adjusted operating income, which encapsulates various financial metrics, surged by 4% to $153 million, with an adjusted operating margin of 16.9%.
The company’s adjusted EBITDA also grew, clocking in at $179 million—an increase of 4.4% compared to last year. On the bottom line, net income rose to $108 million, or $0.22 per diluted share, showing a 2.5% improvement over Q1 2025.
Operational Insights and Strategies
Jerry Gahlhoff, Jr., President and CEO of Rollins, provided insight into the company’s operational resilience. He emphasized the ongoing dedication of their team to operational excellence, declaring, “Our results for the first quarter reflect our resilient business model.” Gahlhoff highlighted the strategic investments in organic demand activities, which aim to leverage growth opportunities in the market. To support this strategy, Rollins made significant acquisitions, including the planned Romex acquisition earlier in the month, to fortify its brand portfolio and service capabilities.
Additionally, the company enjoyed a notable uptick in total growth, particularly in March, where a 12% total growth rate complemented an impressive 8% organic growth rate.