Excel Pest Group has acquired Cranford, N.J.-based Arnold’s Pest Control. The Aust Group announced the acquisition. Formed in 1952 by Arnold Santoro, Arnold’s Pest Control has offered pest and termite control services to its residential and commercial clients throughout Union County for over 70 years. Arnold’s son-in-law, Brian Denny, joined the business in 1990 and […]
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