New Book Offers Exit Roadmap for Lawn Care Owners
Owners of pest control and lawn care companies can use this new guide to navigate the complex business sale process.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Landscaping
Palmetto Publishing has released a new book titled "From CEO to Exit" to assist owners of pest control and lawn care businesses with the complexities of selling their companies. The guide offers a roadmap for business owners looking to transition or sell firms they have built over several decades.
Why it matters
Selling a long-standing home services business is a complex financial transition that requires specific planning. This book aims to help owners navigate that process by leveraging insights from authors who have facilitated significant industry transactions.
The guide draws on the expertise of authors Daniel S. Gordon, Brian Post, and Matt Gordon, who are CPAs and brokers. They have overseen more than $2 billion in total pest control and lawn care business transactions.
The players
Daniel S. Gordon
A CPA, broker, and principal of PCO Bookkeepers & M&A Specialists who specializes in the pest control industry.
Brian Post
A CPA, broker, and principal of PCO Bookkeepers & M&A Specialists focused on lawn care and pest control business transactions.
Matt Gordon
A CPA, broker, and principal of PCO Bookkeepers & M&A Specialists who assists home services owners in exit strategies.
Palmetto Publishing
A publishing house based in Charleston, S.C., that manages professional business and instructional literature.
The details
The book utilizes a narrative-driven road map to walk owners through the technical steps of preparing a business for sale. It covers the specialized financial and structural considerations unique to the pest control and lawn care sectors. By acting as both CPAs and brokers, the authors provide a framework intended to help owners maximize the ultimate payday when exiting their firms.
Timeline
October 29, 2026: Palmetto Publishing released the book.
The Home Front
The release reflects the ongoing consolidation wave within the pest control and lawn care industries as more firms are acquired by larger entities. This guide provides a strategic framework for owners managing the sale of businesses built over decades.
Owners of lawn care or pest control businesses should review the book's roadmap if they are considering selling their company within the next few years. Those planning a transition should consult with a licensed business broker or accountant to apply these general strategies to their specific financial situation.
The takeaway
Selling a long-term home services business requires careful financial preparation and industry-specific expertise. Consider reviewing the book's narrative-driven roadmap as an initial step in organizing your financial records for a future sale.
Further reading
Learn more about industry trends in the Landscaping section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Herald-Dispatch.
