The Orkin Scam

september 26, 2003  01:07 pm
The Orkin Scam
With 1.6 million customers, 400 branch offices and 7,500 employees nationwide, Orkin is the most recognized name in the pest-control industry. But an Orlando Weekly investigation of Orkin's business practices reveals forged documents, faked pest-control treatments and shoddy workmanship and "portrays a company focused on maximizing profits, even when that means cutting corners," writes Jeffrey C. Billman.