Exton, PA – The Aust Group is pleased to announce the acquisition of our client, Pest Management Solutions, LLC d.b.a. Masters Touch Pest Solutions, to Viking Pest Control, an Anticimex Company.
Masters Touch Pest Solutions, headquartered in Exton, PA, is a full-service pest and termite control business, offering services to residential and commercial customers throughout Chester County and Southeastern Pennsylvania. Originally established in 1991 by Thomas Rowles, the business was purchased by industry veteran Jeff Sameth in January 2008. Previously, Jeff had a distinguished career at Western Pest Services, serving in multiple leadership roles at his family’s third-generation business. Masters Touch Pest Solutions, under Jeff’s leadership, experienced significant expansion by combining a strong background in the pest control industry with the highest standards of quality and customer care. The Company is an active member of National Pest Management Association (NPMA) and Pennsylvania Pest Management Association (PPMA).
Jeff Sameth, owner of Masters Touch Pest Solutions, said, “The decision to sell my company did not come easy. However, when the time came, I knew I needed guidance to help me through the transition of selling my company. After much research searching for the right fit, The Aust Group was at the top of my list. From start to finish, the ‘A’ Team was with me along the way offering outstanding support, expertise, and professionalism. I could not have done it without them! Stuart, Dan, Nick, and Chris guided me through the process to put Masters Touch in the best hands to continue to grow in the industry and make me proud of all my years of hard work. I sincerely appreciate and highly recommend The Aust Group!”
Stuart Aust, Principal of The Aust Group said, “On behalf of The Aust Group team, we are thrilled for Jeff and the Viking team regarding this acquisition. It was a pleasure getting to know Jeff through this process and learning about his professional business and culture. Now under the Viking platform, we are excited to see the future growth of Masters Touch.”
The Aust Group represented Masters Touch Pest Solutions on the transaction. The transaction closed on July 31st, 2023, and the terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
The Law Offices of Mark H. Ruff, P.A. represented Masters Touch Pest Solutions as legal counsel.
