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2016 Annual Report

2016 Financial Summary

(in millions, except per share data)
As of and for the years ended December 31, 

2016

2015 Change

Operating Results

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Financial Position

Total Assets
Total Debt
Shareholders’ Equity

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2.04

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7%
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$5,386
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Adjusted net income is defined as net income before: amortization 

agreement termination fees; and other non-operating expenses. 

expense; 401(k) plan corrective contribution; fumigation related 

For a reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to net income (loss), see 

matters; insurance reserve adjustment; restructuring charges; gain 

“Item 6. Selected Financial Data” in our Annual Report on 

on sale of Merry Maids branches; impairment of software and other 

Form 10-K included in this annual report to stockholders.

related costs; loss from discontinued operations, net of income 

taxes; loss on extinguishment of debt; and the tax impact of the 

aforementioned adjustments.

2

Adjusted EBITDA means net income (loss) before: loss from 

discontinued operations, net of income taxes; provision (benefit) 

for income taxes; loss on extinguishment of debt; interest expense; 

depreciation and amortization expense; 401(k) plan corrective 

contribution; fumigation related matters; insurance reserve adjustment; 

non-cash stock-based compensation expense; restructuring charges; 

gain on sale of Merry Maids branches; non-cash impairment of 

3

Adjusted earnings per share is defined as adjusted net income divided 

by the weighted-average diluted common shares outstanding of 137.3 

million in 2016 and 136.6 million in 2015.

4

Free Cash Flow means (i) net cash provided from operating activities 

from continuing operations before cash paid for consulting agreement 

termination fees; (ii) less property additions. For a reconciliation of net 

cash provided from operating activities from continuing operations to 

Free Cash Flow, see “Item 6. Selected Financial Data” in our Annual 

Report on Form 10-K included in this annual report to stockholders.

software and other related costs; non-cash impairment of property 

5

Adjusted EBITDA margin is defined as Adjusted EBITDA as a 

and equipment; management and consulting fees; consulting 

percentage of revenue.

 
 
 
 
“If we stay focused on our 
customers and deliver the 
convenience and exceptional 
service they expect, nothing 
can stop us.”

Dear Shareholders, Customers, Employees and Franchisees,

On behalf of our 13,000 employees, I’m delighted to 
share with you our 2016 Annual Report. Inside you’ll 
find stories that spotlight some of the trusted experts 
who make 75,000 visits to homes and businesses 
each day. You’ll also read about the many ways we’re 
transforming our 88-year-old company, combining 
the best aspects of our people-powered, 
performance-driven culture with a digital-first mindset 
that will bring greater access, more convenience and 
an improved experience to customers.

While 2016 presented some challenges – 
including slow organic growth at Terminix and 
higher-than-expected claims costs in the first quarter 
at American Home Shield – we’re not going to make 
excuses for results that didn’t quite meet our high 
expectations. Our company culture demands 
performance, and we know our customers and 
shareholders expect the same of us, too. While we 
showed solid year-over-year improvement in many 
key financial metrics, we know that in order to win the 
loyalty and advocacy of customers, we must exceed 
their expectations in every interaction, whether it’s in 
a home or business, online or on the phone.

As you’ll read in this annual report, we made some 
solid strides in 2016 to bring enhancements to our 
customer service, so customers know they can 
count on us to deliver what we promise. We also 
continued to build a work environment – in a culture 
of performance and accountability – to develop the 
next generation of ServiceMaster leaders, spur 
career growth, support diversity and inclusion, and 
create opportunity for all employees.  

In 2016, we:

• Grew revenue 6 percent to $2.7 billion, driven

by healthy 9 percent organic growth at American
Home Shield, stronger pricing in Terminix and
the impact of acquisitions in our pest control and
home warranty businesses;

• Increased Adjusted EBITDA to $667 million,

a year-over-year increase of 7 percent, and grew
adjusted earnings per share to $2.04, up 13
percent. In addition, we improved profit margins
while continuing to invest in ServSmartsm,
including deployment of new technology to our
field technicians and our customer care centers to
better engage and communicate with customers
and co-workers;

• Refinanced $2.4 billion in debt and instituted
a $300 million share repurchase program over
three years to return capital to shareholders;

• Completed two key acquisitions in American

Home Shield – OneGuard Home Warranties and
Landmark Home Warranty – adding more than
100,000 new customers and expanding our
footprint in six states;

• Surpassed $1 billion in annual revenue at
American Home Shield, becoming the first
home warranty company to reach that milestone;

• Completed the conversion of our Merry Maids

branches to franchises to improve profitability and
transition the nation’s largest professional home

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cleaning services network to the hands of the  
hundreds of passionate franchisees who care for 
more than 160,000 homes a month; 

• Launched a new corporate brand that symbolizes
ServiceMaster’s vision to combine our unparalleled
network of service providers with the convenience of
technology and service excellence to solve a common
dilemma: how to find and choose the trusted
professionals who can help protect and maintain
your home or business; and

• Announced the relocation of our corporate

headquarters to downtown Memphis by early 2018.
This move will bring 1,200 jobs into the heart of the
city’s revitalization and create a contemporary, more
collaborative work environment that will serve as a hub
for innovation and help accelerate our company’s growth.

ServSmartsm continued to shape our company’s 
transformation in 2016. And while technology is the engine 
driving ServSmartsm, it’s also the commitment we make to 
deliver the speed, simplicity, efficiency and convenience  
that customers expect. The fundamentals of our business 
haven’t changed – more customers are outsourcing their 
residential and commercial services to providers who will 
“do it for me.” But in an age where speed and convenience 
are highly valued, customers are willing to pay for services 
they’re not trained in or able to perform – including pest 
control, HVAC repairs, furniture restoration, appliance 
repairs, home cleaning and disaster restoration. 

In this environment, companies that respond quickly and 
deliver consistent quality will emerge as winners, and we 
believe we’re uniquely positioned to meet that challenge. 
As we learn more about customers’ needs, and build the 
processes and technology to support them, ServSmartsm 
will make it easier for our customers to buy, schedule and 
receive essential home and commercial services – when, 
where and how they want them.

We know doing the right thing for our customers is also 
the right thing to do for our business. When our customers 
win, we’ll win, too. As a result, we’ll grow faster and more 
profitably, create greater value for consumers and  
shareholders, enhance opportunities for our employees  
and make ServiceMaster an exciting place to work for years 
to come.

As you read this annual report, I hope you’ll be as excited as 
I am about the journey we’re on. Thank you for the confidence 
in our leadership team and our company. We’re on the right 
path and I am confident that together, we’ll win.

Rob Gillette
Chief Executive Officer

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The ServiceMaster Vision

A consistently exceptional 
experience that we can be 
known for, built on 
ServSmartsm

The ability to connect any 
trusted essential service 
provider (franchisees, 
contractors, partners, M&A 
targets) to ServSmartsm

The opportunity to build a 
marketplace where we are not 
just a matchmaker but also add 
significant value to essential 
services transactions

The opportunity to advertise 
the ServiceMaster brand, 
our marketplace of services 
and the ServiceMaster 
customer experience

Our ServSmartsm Approach

As the world changes, our customers will demand change, too. We must empower our employees and provide our 
customers, franchisees and contractors with better technology and tools that make it easier to do business with us. 
We call our new path forward ServSmartsm, and we believe it will revolutionize the way ServiceMaster protects and 
maintains homes and businesses. 

ServSmartsm combines technology with our unmatched network of trusted professionals – employees, technicians, 
contractors and franchisees – who perform the essential services that protect and maintain 75,000 homes and 
businesses each day. It’s also opening the door to better collaboration, customer insights and analytics, a more 
robust database of customer preferences, communication and engagement across all of our businesses and a better 
overall customer experience.

Our Focus: Building the ServiceMaster Network Advantage

Coming soon: One ServiceMaster Center in Downtown Memphis.

People Powered

Digitally Enabled

•  Selection, onboarding 

training and  
management 

•  Consistent delivery –  
on time and right the 
first time 

•  Enabled, empowered 
and driven to solve 
problems 

•  Recognized and  
rewarded for  
customer results

Consistently
Easy Customer 
Experience

•  Speed and convenience  
at every customer  
touchpoint 

•  Self service-enabled to  

meet customer preferences 

•  Repeatable 

•  Easy for the customer to 

work with us 

•  Personalized service tailored 

to customer needs 

•  Built to exceed  

customer expectations

Convenience, improved customer experience and a path to growth

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Coming soon: One ServiceMaster Center in Downtown Memphis.

We’re on the Move

In June 2016, ServiceMaster cemented its 
commitment to the city of Memphis by announcing 
plans to convert the former Peabody Place Mall 
located downtown into its new global headquarters. 

ServiceMaster is repurposing the 340,000-square-foot 
vacant building into Class A office space. It will 
include an innovation and technology center and serve 
as an incubator, allowing ServiceMaster to attract IT 
talent and entrepreneurs to Memphis – and to our 
team. ServiceMaster’s new innovation center 
is scheduled to open in June 2017.

“We wanted to create an environment that would 
help accelerate our transformation and spark the 
company’s growth for years to come,” said CEO 
Rob Gillette. 

The new location allows the company to bring all 
1,200 Memphis corporate employees and 
independent contractors, currently located in several 
buildings, under one roof. Teams working side-by-side 
will open doors to further collaboration and 
best-practice sharing across the business.

“This is the most significant corporate 
headquarters announcement in Downtown 
Memphis in a generation,” said Memphis Mayor 
Jim Strickland at a news conference announcing the 
move. The project is being heralded as a cornerstone 
of the Memphis downtown revitalization and an 
integral part of the transformation of ServiceMaster’s 
culture and 88-year-old business.

The new headquarters is being renovated steps away 
from famous Beale Street and within a few blocks of 
the Mississippi River. Employees won’t be able to walk 
far from the office without tripping over multiple 
downtown restaurants and shops – an attractive 
feature for recruiting new employees. 

Highlighting the importance of the project, Tennessee 
Governor Bill Haslam said, “Having a healthy 
Downtown Memphis is important, not just to 
Memphis or Shelby County but to the entire state 
of Tennessee.”

All renovations should be completed by the end 
of 2017 with a full move into the new facility by 
early 2018.

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It’s just another way we’re 
showcasing a company
that’s on the move. 

The ServiceMaster Experience

•  Made 31 stops across the U.S. 

•  Traveled more than 28,000 miles 

•  Welcomed approximately 8,700 
visitors to the mobile experience 

•  Expands to 1,080 square feet 

•  Fully expands in 90 seconds 

•  Includes 14 interactive displays 

•  Uses 100% energy-efficient  

interior LED lighting

On the Road to Winning

After nearly 90 years in business, ServiceMaster kicked 
off 2016 with an exciting new brand purpose—to connect 
our trusted professionals with customers to solve the 
homeowner’s dilemma. Armed with a new corporate 
brand identity, including a new logo, the new look of 
ServiceMaster represents a stamp of quality—instilling 
trust and driving empowerment for our customers. 

A 2016 survey of U.S. homeowners showed that 
while customers recognized our individual brands, they 
weren’t aware that the brands were part of ServiceMaster. 
In addition to visually rebranding the company, we 
wanted to change the way we talk about ServiceMaster 
in relationship to its sub-brands. 

To do this, we needed a communication vehicle that 
would clearly articulate our unique corporate identity and 
communicate the total value we offer to our customers 
and our employees. Simply producing a brochure, video 
or presentation would not be enough to relay these ideas. 
We needed to create a relatable experience.

So in early 2016, we unveiled The ServiceMaster Experience, 
a state-of-the-art, double-expandable semi-trailer designed to 
resemble the interior of a house. The company’s services are 

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On the Road to Winning

The ServiceMaster Experience will hit the road again in 
2017 to promote the company’s extensive portfolio of 
home and commercial services. It’s just another way 
we’re showcasing a company that’s on the move.

showcased in a digital and interactive way for visitors 
and feature instructive, expert advice and helpful tips 
for protecting and maintaining homes.

Taking cues from high-level trade shows and 
museum builds, we chose to mix physical and 
digital interactions to tell our brand story while 
accommodating different learning styles. The content 
—which includes text, photography, interactive digital 
touch screens, video and physical appliances—is 
designed to be informative, memorable and unique 
to every visitor. By placing content in modular printed 
panels and digital touchscreens, we’re able to update 
the information inside the trailer as often as we’d like. 

The ServiceMaster Experience rolled across the 
United States to employees, customers, franchisees 
and contractors alike, with more than 30 stops to 
corporate offices, call centers, trade shows, 
community events and college campuses. 

The mobile exhibit was featured at the September 
2016 California Association of REALTORS® EXPO 
– the premier trade show for California’s real estate 
industry – where American Home Shield was both a 
sponsor and exhibitor. The ServiceMaster Experience 
won Best in Show among hundreds of exhibitors.

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Easier to Find, Easier to Buy

Nowhere in ServiceMaster is the shift to e-commerce 
more pronounced than in American Home Shield.

By making it easier for customers to find us online 
and simplifying the buying process, AHS is giving 
customers more options to research home warranties 
and, when they’re ready, to make their product 
selections and purchasing decisions on their terms 
– when, where and how they want.

Customer convenience is a major benefit of the 
ServSmartsm approach, and it’s at the core of our 
efforts to streamline customer communication, sales 
and service at AHS. In fact, over the past three years, 
the number of customers purchasing home warranties 
in the direct-to-consumer channel has jumped 
42 percent.

Simple changes that put more control in the 
hands of consumers have resulted in significant 
improvements in sales conversions, for example, 
adding a real-time chat feature to emails, which in a 
recent pilot resulted in a 53 percent lift in conversion 
rates. We’re also working smarter in the digital 
space by creating more intuitive websites and 
customer-friendly processes, like “remembering” 

consumers who start the quote process online, get 
distracted or shut down their device, then later return 
to complete the process.

And because not everyone is comfortable with 
working online, our commitment to ServSmartsm 
ensures that consumers who wish to speak to a 
sales or service representative can do so – it’s all 
part of focusing on what matters most to the 
consumer. Best of all, we’re leveraging our learnings 

AHS Direct-to-Consumer Sales 

15%

15%

15%

26%

32%

37%

2014

2015

2016

Online Sales

Easier to Service, Easier to Stay

It’s about time—keeping up with it and delivering on it.

In 2016, thinking digitally first meant equipping our 
Terminix sales and service teams with the latest smart 
devices. The rollout was completed in December, and 
it’s changed the way our people work, the way they 
interact with customers, and the way they communicate.

Using iPads and iPhones, our field teams can access 
emails, texts, appointments and notifications on the go.  

Since the rollout, sales teams have enjoyed more 
flexibility for researching prospects and an enhanced 
presentation mode for potential customers. 

On the service side, using the new device’s built-in 
GPS capabilities has made scheduling and servicing 
customers even more convenient. In current testing 
pilot areas around the country, customers are notified 
when technicians are on the way, then prompted to 
rate the level of service they received after the visit. 
They even receive a picture of the technician en route, 
so they know who to expect on their doorstep.

Speaking of pictures, the process of capturing and 
displaying trouble areas to current and potential 
customers just got a whole lot easier. Using these 
devices’ built-in cameras, showing potential 
customers compelling images of conducive pest 
conditions in residential and commercial settings are 
just a quick swipe away. 

All these features combined will enable Terminix 
to be more agile than ever in 2017 and beyond. 
Adopting the ServSmartsm approach ensures that 
customer convenience remains our number 
one priority.

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Bringing Technology to Franchisees is ServSmartsm

When it comes to disaster restoration, insurance 
carriers depend on ServiceMaster Restore to meet 
specific service levels to serve their customers. 
And, with 40 percent of the company’s disaster 
restoration work originating with insurance carriers, 
it’s important that everyone, from franchise field 
technicians to company leaders, have the tools they 
need to ensure that nothing slips through the cracks.

Building off a platform launched in 2015 to help manage 
insurance-generated work, the company now has 
better insight than ever into the work that’s being done, 
as it’s being done. This year, franchisees who meet 
the qualifications to perform work on behalf of national 
insurance carriers expanded the use of the tool to 
include all of their locally generated jobs, too, allowing 
technicians to provide status updates, photos and other 

data from the job site using their smartphones. As a 
result, franchise owners and ServiceMaster Restore 
management are equipped to more effectively monitor 
progress as milestones are met, be alert to any claims 
that are potentially at risk, intervene if necessary, and 
identify trends within the network. 

This people-powered, digitally driven tool is helping 
reshape the company’s culture, too. 

For instance, the increased transparency is fueling 
data-driven conversations and stronger competition, 
as franchisees now know how their performance ranks 
against state and national averages. Franchise 
employee training can be targeted to address recurring 
deficiencies, and accountability for performance has 
never been greater.

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“We are pleased with Tyrone’s 
professionalism, friendliness, 
and kindness. He serves us so 
well and I am proud to be a 
Terminix customer.”  

Tyrone Hollingsworth, Terminix technician
for 11 years, with customer Leslie Mooty

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Meet Some of Our People

Keeping Customers Happy is the Best Part of Her Job

Brenda Bell, a Terminix service technician, knows 
what it means to take care of someone.

She’s been doing just that over the course of her 
10-year career at Terminix, where she services about 
200 homes a month. “Keeping my customers happy 
is the best part of my job,” says Brenda. “If I can’t 
resolve a problem, I always take the next step.”

If customer feedback is any indication, Brenda’s 
commitment and attitude don’t go unnoticed. Like 
other ServiceMaster employees, Brenda 
understands that earning the trust and confidence 
of her customers is paramount to success.

But that level of commitment doesn’t end when 
Brenda takes off her Terminix cap for the day. She 
lives with her 80-year-old mother, who is blind and 
relies on Brenda’s care in the evenings. So make 
that caring for 201 homes a month.

After attending to her mother, Brenda gets back 
to Terminix—calling customers to confirm the next 
day’s visits. 

“It keeps me young,” Brenda says with a smile. “I’ll 
keep caring for customers until they take the truck 
away from me.”

"I’ll keep caring for customers until 
they take my truck away from me."

Brenda Bell, a Terminix service technician, is 
committed to her customers.

When People-Powered Service Meets Technology

After borrowing a truck from his grandfather in 2001, 
Richard Flournoy started A-Total Plumbing. He knew 
becoming a contractor for American Home Shield 
(AHS) would be good for business. So following his 
initial success, he quickly applied to be a contractor 
with the company.

“When the approval came from American Home Shield, 
we were excited to join the team,” Richard said.

A-Total started out with approval for four AHS calls a 
day. But soon that progressed to 1,000 a year. Then 
1,500 in 2002. The business has steadily grown, and 
today, the company is one of AHS’ top-performing 
contractors, with a total of 10,364 dispatches in 2016.

To help make that many service calls, A-Total 
Plumbing leverages dispatching software, which was 
made available to AHS contractors in 2016. The 
software allows contractors to truly think digital first
—utilizing smartphone technology to handle customer 
issues and transactions in real-time.

That digital-first mindset also helps our people balance 
work and life.

“Thanks to American Home Shield, we’re able to 
care for our customers and our son every day. So 
the company is like family to us,” said Richard.

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Richard and Felicia Flournoy at A-Total Plumbing 
work together as a top-performing American Home 
Shield contractor.

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The Baton Rouge Terminix branch mobilized to help their community combat mosquitos after historic flooding in August 2016. 

Serving Customers and Our Communities

Serving customers isn’t our only passion. When it 
comes to service, our employees also have a long 
history of giving back to the communities where they 
live and work. And while community service, 
volunteerism and philanthropy are year-round 
activities for our employees, there’s one special day 
each year when giving back to others takes center 
stage for ServiceMaster. 

Each August, ServiceMaster deploys hundreds of 
employees across North America to local nonprofit 
organizations with one common goal: to build 
stronger communities.

This signature program – We Serve Day – supports 
our We Serve community platform for giving and 
volunteerism. We Serve Day is held the third Friday 
in August and, in 2016, our employee volunteers 
exceeded every expectation. 

Employee participation almost tripled from the 
previous year. Our employees and many others 
employed by our franchisees participated in 65 We 
Serve Day activities in 2016, volunteering more than 
6,800 hours in more than 30 events that supported 
a wide array of nonprofit organizations. 

Partial List 
of Our 
Community 
Partners:

•  Advance Memphis
•  Alpha Omega Veterans Services
•  American Red Cross
•  Ave Maria
•  Bridges
•  Christian Community Action Center  

(Dallas, TX)

•  DeNeuville Learning Center
•  Disabled American Veterans (Tampa, FL)
•  Elderbridge Agency on Aging (Carroll, IA)
•  Family Resource Center (Carroll, IA)
•  FedEx Family House
•  Girl Scouts of the USA
•  Habitat for Humanity
•  Helen’s Hope Chest (Phoenix, AZ)
•  Hope House
•  Humane Society
•  Junior Achievement

•  Latino Memphis
•  LeBonheur Children’s Hospital
•  Madonna Learning Center
•  Make-A-Wish Foundation
•  Memphis Gay & Lesbian Community 

Center

•  Mid-South Food Bank
•  MIFA (Metropolitan Inter-Faith Association)
•  National Civil Rights Museum
•  New Hope Bargain Shop (Carroll, IA)
•  New Memphis Institute
•  Ronald McDonald House
•  Salvation Army
•  Shelby Farms
•  St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
•  United Way of the Mid-South
•  Youth Villages

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Joining a Former President to Build a New Future

Joining former President Jimmy Carter and former 
First Lady Rosalynn Carter, more than 75 
ServiceMaster employees helped kick off the 33rd 
annual Carter Work Project in Memphis in August. 

ServiceMaster was a corporate partner of the Habitat 
for Humanity International week-long build, which took 
place in the Uptown neighborhood, just north of the 
company’s future headquarters in Downtown Memphis. 

The week included new home construction, 
beautification projects and home modifications to 
enhance accessibility and mobility for senior citizens.  
Volunteers also got to work hand-in-hand with country 

music stars Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood, 
passionate Habitat for Humanity volunteers and 
spokespeople who were also on site to lend a hand.

Habitat for Humanity’s commitment to providing a safe 
place to call home for families in need complements 
ServiceMaster’s We Serve commitment to enrich the 
communities where our employees live and work.

Our partnership with the Carter Work Project and 
Habitat for Humanity is just one of many ways 
we’re making an impact on Memphis and other 
communities. 

2016 Volunteer Hours 

10k

Valued at over $214,000

Annual We Serve Day 

10 Cities

•  30+ organizations
•  1,000+ volunteers
•  Over $250,000 in donations

ServiceMaster employees measure up when it comes to 
supporting community efforts, like Habitat for Humanity. 

Exclusive Sponsor of American Red Cross Emergency App

In 2016, ServiceMaster announced its partnership with the American Red Cross and its 
plans to be the exclusive sponsor of the Red Cross Emergency App, which alerts people 
to significant weather events and provides expert safety advice on disaster preparedness. 
ServiceMaster Restore, part of the ServiceMaster network, is well-known for working with 
communities and businesses devastated by severe weather events.

ServiceMaster also sponsors the American Red Cross Tornado, Earthquake and 
Hurricane apps.

Consumers can download the Emergency app by texting "GETEMERGENCY" to 90999, 
searching "American Red Cross" in their app store or by going to redcross.org/apps. 

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Board of 
Directors

Mark E. Tomkins
Chairman of the Board

Robert J. Gillette
Chief Executive Officer

Peter L. Cella

John B. Corness

Jerri L. DeVard

Richard P. Fox

Laurie Ann Goldman

Stephen J. Sedita

Rob Gillette
Chief Executive Officer

Tony DiLucente
Senior Vice President and 
Chief Financial Officer

Marvin Davis
Chief Marketing and
Strategy Officer

Tim Haynes
President,
American Home Shield

Susan Hunsberger
Senior Vice President,
Human Resources

Jim Lucke
Senior Vice President and
General Counsel

Jamie Smith
Senior Vice President and
Chief Information Officer

Peter Tosches
Senior Vice President,
Corporate Communications

Mary Kay Wegner
President, 
Franchise Services Group

Marty Wick
Chief Operating Officer,
Terminix

Executive
Leadership

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Non-GAAP Reconciliations

The following table reconciles net income to adjusted net income for the periods presented.

(in millions, except per share data)
As of and for the years ended December 31, 

Net Income
Amortization expense
401(k) Plan corrective contribution
Fumigation related matters
Insurance reserve adjustment
Restructuring charges
Gain on sale of Merry Maids branches
Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes
Impairment of software and other related costs
Loss on extinguishment of debt
Tax impact of adjustments

Adjusted Net Income

2016

2015

$155
33
2
93
23
17
(2)
1
1
32
(73)

$281

$160
38
23
9
-
5
(7)
-
2
58
(42)

$245

Weighted-average diluted common shares outstanding

Adjusted earnings per share

137.3
$2.04

136.6

$1.80

For reconcilliations of Adjusted EBITDA to net income and net cash provided from operating activities from continuing 
operations to free cash flow, see “Item 6. Selected Financial Data” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K included in this 
annual report to stockholders on pages 44-47.

ServiceMaster Helps Solve the 
Homeowner’s Dilemma Every 
Step of the Waysm

Home Warranties

Floor & Upholstery Cleaning

Pest Control

Furniture Restoration

Home Inspections

Home Cleaning Services

Disaster Restoration Services

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
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FORM 10-K
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 ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2016
or
 TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 

1934

Commission file number 001-36507
________________________________________________

ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)

20-8738320
(IRS Employer Identification No.)

860 Ridge Lake Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee 38120
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

901-597-1400
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12 (b) of the Act:

Common stock, par value $0.01 per share
(Title of Each Class)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12 (g) of the Act:

New York Stock Exchange
(Name of Each Exchange on which Registered)

None
(Title of class)

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes  No 

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act. Yes  No 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the 
preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the 
past 90 days.

Yes  No 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be 
submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit 
and post such files).

Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of 
the registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 
10-K. 

Yes  No 

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See 

definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company. See 
definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filer 

Accelerated filer 

Non-accelerated filer 

Smaller reporting company 

Large accelerated filer 

Accelerated filer 

(Do not check if a smaller reporting company)

Non-accelerated filer 
(Do not check if a smaller reporting company)

Smaller reporting company 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).

Yes  No 

Yes  No 

As of June 30, 2016, there were 135,442,846 shares of the registrant’s common stock outstanding, and the aggregate market value of the voting stock held by non-

affiliates (assuming only for purposes of this computation that individuals then serving as our directors and executive officers may be affiliates) was 

approximately $5,360 million based on the closing price of common stock on the NYSE on June 30, 2016 of $39.80 per share.

As of June 30, 2016, there were 135,442,846 shares of the registrant’s common stock outstanding, and the aggregate market value of the voting stock held by non-
affiliates (assuming only for purposes of this computation that individuals then serving as our directors and executive officers may be affiliates) was 
approximately $5,360 million based on the closing price of common stock on the NYSE on June 30, 2016 of $39.80 per share.

The number of shares of the registrant’s common stock outstanding as of February 17, 2017: 134,157,101 shares of common stock, par value $0.01 per share.

The number of shares of the registrant’s common stock outstanding as of February 17, 2017: 134,157,101 shares of common stock, par value $0.01 per share.

Documents incorporated by reference:

Documents incorporated by reference:

Portions of the registrant’s proxy statement to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with the registrant’s 2017 annual meeting of 
stockholders (the “Proxy Statement”) are incorporated by reference into Part III hereof. Such Proxy Statement will be filed within 120 days of the registrant’s

fiscal year ended December 31, 2016. 

Portions of the registrant’s proxy statement to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission in connection with the registrant’s 2017 annual meeting of 
stockholders (the “Proxy Statement”) are incorporated by reference into Part III hereof. Such Proxy Statement will be filed within 120 days of the registrant’s
fiscal year ended December 31, 2016. 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PART I

Item 1.
Item 1A.
Item 1B.
Item 2.
Item 3.
Item 4.

Business
Risk Factors
Unresolved Staff Comments
Properties
Legal Proceedings
Mine Safety Disclosures

PART II

Item 5.

Item 6.
Item 7.
Item 7A.
Item 8.
Item 9.
Item 9A.
Item 9B.

PART III

Item 10.
Item 11.
Item 12.
Item 13.
Item 14.

PART IV

Item 15.
Signatures
Exhibit Index

Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity 
Securities
Selected Financial Data
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure
Controls and Procedures
Other Information

Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance
Executive Compensation
Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters
Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence
Principal Accounting Fees and Services

Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules

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Form 10-K. 

Overview

ITEM 1. BUSINESS

ITEM 1. BUSINESS

PART I 

PART I 

The following discussion of our business contains “forward-looking statements,” as discussed in Part II, Item 7 below. Our 

The following discussion of our business contains “forward-looking statements,” as discussed in Part II, Item 7 below. Our 

business, operations and financial condition are subject to various risks as set forth in Part I, Item 1A below. The following 

information should be read in conjunction with Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of 

Operations, the Consolidated Financial Statements and related notes and the Risk Factors included elsewhere in this Annual Report on 

business, operations and financial condition are subject to various risks as set forth in Part I, Item 1A below. The following 
information should be read in conjunction with Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of 
Operations, the Consolidated Financial Statements and related notes and the Risk Factors included elsewhere in this Annual Report on 
Form 10-K. 

Overview

ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. and its majority-owned subsidiary partnerships, limited liability companies and 

ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. and its majority-owned subsidiary partnerships, limited liability companies and 

corporations (collectively, “ServiceMaster,” the “Company,” “we,” “us” and “our”) is a leading provider of essential residential and 
commercial services, operating through an extensive service network of more than 8,000 company-owned locations and franchise and 
license agreements. Our mission is to simplify and improve the quality of our customers’ lives by delivering services that help them 
protect and maintain their homes or businesses, typically their most highly valued assets. We have leading market positions across the 
majority of the markets we serve, as measured by customer-level revenue. Our portfolio of well-recognized brands includes Terminix 
(termite and pest control), American Home Shield (home warranties), ServiceMaster Restore (disaster restoration), ServiceMaster 
Clean (janitorial), Merry Maids (residential cleaning), Furniture Medic (cabinet and wood furniture repair) and AmeriSpec (home 
inspection). Our strategy is to provide a differentiated service offering by promoting convenient service through the increasing use of
our digital and mobile platform. We serve our residential and commercial customers through an employee base of approximately 

13,000 company associates, 14,000 contractors and 34,000 employees of licensed franchisors.

corporations (collectively, “ServiceMaster,” the “Company,” “we,” “us” and “our”) is a leading provider of essential residential and 
commercial services, operating through an extensive service network of more than 8,000 company-owned locations and franchise and 
license agreements. Our mission is to simplify and improve the quality of our customers’ lives by delivering services that help them 
protect and maintain their homes or businesses, typically their most highly valued assets. We have leading market positions across the 
majority of the markets we serve, as measured by customer-level revenue. Our portfolio of well-recognized brands includes Terminix 
(termite and pest control), American Home Shield (home warranties), ServiceMaster Restore (disaster restoration), ServiceMaster 
Clean (janitorial), Merry Maids (residential cleaning), Furniture Medic (cabinet and wood furniture repair) and AmeriSpec (home 
inspection). Our strategy is to provide a differentiated service offering by promoting convenient service through the increasing use of
our digital and mobile platform. We serve our residential and commercial customers through an employee base of approximately 
13,000 company associates, 14,000 contractors and 34,000 employees of licensed franchisors.

For the year ended December 31, 2016, we had revenue, net income and Adjusted EBITDA of $2,746 million, $155 million 

For the year ended December 31, 2016, we had revenue, net income and Adjusted EBITDA of $2,746 million, $155 million 

and $667 million, respectively. In 2016, Terminix, our largest segment, represented approximately 55 percent of our revenue, while 

American Home Shield represented approximately 37 percent of our revenue and Franchise Services Group represented 

approximately 7 percent of our revenue. For a reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to net income, see “Selected Historical Financial 

Data.”

and $667 million, respectively. In 2016, Terminix, our largest segment, represented approximately 55 percent of our revenue, while 
American Home Shield represented approximately 37 percent of our revenue and Franchise Services Group represented 
approximately 7 percent of our revenue. For a reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to net income, see “Selected Historical Financial 
Data.”

Approximately 98 percent of our 2016 revenue was generated by sales in the United States. A significant portion of our 

Approximately 98 percent of our 2016 revenue was generated by sales in the United States. A significant portion of our 

assets is located in the United States, and the consolidated book value of all assets located outside of the United States is not material. 
Organized in Delaware in 2007, ServiceMaster is the successor to various entities dating back to 1929. Financial information for each 

reportable segment and Corporate for 2016, 2015 and 2014 is contained in Note 3 to the consolidated financial statements.

assets is located in the United States, and the consolidated book value of all assets located outside of the United States is not material. 
Organized in Delaware in 2007, ServiceMaster is the successor to various entities dating back to 1929. Financial information for each 
reportable segment and Corporate for 2016, 2015 and 2014 is contained in Note 3 to the consolidated financial statements.

We believe that our customers understand the financial and reputational risks associated with inadequate maintenance of their

We believe that our customers understand the financial and reputational risks associated with inadequate maintenance of their

homes or businesses and that our high-quality, professional services are low-cost expenditures when compared to the alternative of 
failing to perform essential maintenance. We strive to be the service provider of choice and believe our customers have recognized our 
value proposition, as evidenced by our long-standing customer relationships and the high rate at which our customers renew their 

contracts from year to year. 

homes or businesses and that our high-quality, professional services are low-cost expenditures when compared to the alternative of 
failing to perform essential maintenance. We strive to be the service provider of choice and believe our customers have recognized our 
value proposition, as evidenced by our long-standing customer relationships and the high rate at which our customers renew their 
contracts from year to year. 

We have significant size and scale, which we believe give us a number of competitive advantages. Terminix is one of the 

We have significant size and scale, which we believe give us a number of competitive advantages. Terminix is one of the 

largest termite and pest control business in the United States, as measured by customer-level revenue, and serves approximately 

2.8 million customers across 47 states and the District of Columbia through approximately 300 company-owned locations and 

approximately 25 franchise agreements. Additionally, we estimate American Home Shield to be approximately four times larger than 
its nearest competitor, as measured by revenue. American Home Shield serves approximately 1.9 million residential customers across 
all 50 states and the District of Columbia through a network of more than 14,000 licensed, independent home service contractor firms. 
Our Franchise Services Group serves both residential and commercial customers across all 50 states and the District of Columbia 
through approximately 4,600 franchise agreements. We believe our significant size and scale provide a competitive advantage in our 
purchasing power, route density, and marketing and operating efficiencies compared to smaller local and regional competitors. Our 

scale also facilitates the standardization of processes, shared learning and talent development across our entire organization.

largest termite and pest control business in the United States, as measured by customer-level revenue, and serves approximately 
2.8 million customers across 47 states and the District of Columbia through approximately 300 company-owned locations and 
approximately 25 franchise agreements. Additionally, we estimate American Home Shield to be approximately four times larger than 
its nearest competitor, as measured by revenue. American Home Shield serves approximately 1.9 million residential customers across 
all 50 states and the District of Columbia through a network of more than 14,000 licensed, independent home service contractor firms. 
Our Franchise Services Group serves both residential and commercial customers across all 50 states and the District of Columbia 
through approximately 4,600 franchise agreements. We believe our significant size and scale provide a competitive advantage in our 
purchasing power, route density, and marketing and operating efficiencies compared to smaller local and regional competitors. Our 
scale also facilitates the standardization of processes, shared learning and talent development across our entire organization.

We believe our businesses are strategically positioned to benefit from a number of favorable demographic and secular trends. 

We believe our businesses are strategically positioned to benefit from a number of favorable demographic and secular trends. 

These trends include growth in population, household formation and new and existing home sales. In addition, we believe there is 
increasing demand for outsourced services, fueled by a trend toward “do-it-for-me” as a result of an aging population and shifts in 

household structure and behaviors, such as dual-income families and consumers with “on-the-go” lifestyles.

These trends include growth in population, household formation and new and existing home sales. In addition, we believe there is 
increasing demand for outsourced services, fueled by a trend toward “do-it-for-me” as a result of an aging population and shifts in 
household structure and behaviors, such as dual-income families and consumers with “on-the-go” lifestyles.

Ownership

Ownership

On July 24, 2007, we were taken private pursuant to a merger transaction, and, following the completion of the merger and 

On July 24, 2007, we were taken private pursuant to a merger transaction, and, following the completion of the merger and 

other subsequent transactions, the significant majority of our outstanding common stock was owned by investment funds managed by, 
or affiliated with, Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, LLC (“CD&R”), JPMorgan Chase Funding Inc. (“JPMorgan”), StepStone Group LP 

(“StepStone”), the investment funds managed by StepStone and Ridgemont Partners Secondary Fund I, L.P. (“Ridgemont”) 

(collectively, the “Equity Sponsors”). 

other subsequent transactions, the significant majority of our outstanding common stock was owned by investment funds managed by, 
or affiliated with, Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, LLC (“CD&R”), JPMorgan Chase Funding Inc. (“JPMorgan”), StepStone Group LP 
(“StepStone”), the investment funds managed by StepStone and Ridgemont Partners Secondary Fund I, L.P. (“Ridgemont”) 
(collectively, the “Equity Sponsors”). 

On June 25, 2014, our registration statement on Form S-1 for our initial public offering was declared effective by the U.S. 

On June 25, 2014, our registration statement on Form S-1 for our initial public offering was declared effective by the U.S. 

Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). On July 1, 2014, we completed the offering of 41,285,000 shares of our common 
stock at a price of $17.00 per share. During 2015, through secondary public offerings of our common stock, the selling stockholders 

Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). On July 1, 2014, we completed the offering of 41,285,000 shares of our common 
stock at a price of $17.00 per share. During 2015, through secondary public offerings of our common stock, the selling stockholders 

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completed the offering of an additional 80,711,763 shares of common stock. Since completion of the secondary public offerings in 
2015, the Equity Sponsors have not held a significant amount of our common stock.

Refinancing of Indebtedness

On November 8, 2016, we entered into a $1,650 million term loan facility maturing November 8, 2023 (the “Term Loan 

Facility”) and a $300 million revolving credit facility maturing November 8, 2021 (the “Revolving Credit Facility”) (together with the 
Term Loan Facility, the “Credit Facilities”) and sold $750 million of 5.125% senior notes due November 15, 2024 (the “2024 Notes”). 
Borrowings under the Term Loan Facility and the 2024 Notes were used to repay the remaining outstanding $2,356 million in 
aggregate principal amount of the $2,400 million term loan facility maturing July 1, 2021 (the “Old Term Loan Facility”) (together 
with the $300 million revolving credit facility maturing July 1, 2019 (the “Old Revolving Credit Facility”), the “Old Credit 
Facilities”). In connection with the repayment, we recorded a loss on extinguishment of debt of $32 million in the year ended
December 31, 2016, which includes the write-off of $14 million of original issue discount and $18 million of debt issuance costs.

Our Reportable Segments

Our operations are organized into three reportable segments: Terminix, American Home Shield and the Franchise Services 

Group (which includes ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, Furniture Medic and AmeriSpec).

Terminix

Terminix is a leading provider of termite and pest control services in the United States, with approximately 22 percent market 

share, as measured by customer-level revenue. In addition, Terminix is the most recognized brand in the industry with approximately 
1.5x the unaided brand awareness of our next-largest competitor, based on a study by Decision Analyst, Inc. periodically 
commissioned by us as part of our ongoing marketing efforts. Terminix specializes in protection against termite damage, rodents, 
insects and other pests, including cockroaches, spiders, wood-destroying ants, ticks, fleas and bed bugs. Our services include termite 
remediation, annual termite inspection and prevention treatments with termite damage repair guarantees, periodic pest control 
services, insulation services, mosquito control, crawlspace encapsulation and wildlife exclusion.

For the year ended December 31, 2016, Terminix recorded revenue of $1,524 million and Adjusted EBITDA of $371 million. 

In 2016, 57 percent of Terminix revenue was generated from pest control services, which includes mosquito control, and 38 percent
was generated from termite and other services, which includes crawlspace encapsulation, wildlife exclusion and insulation services,
with the remaining five percent primarily from the distribution of pest control products. In 2016, 71 percent and 29 percent of pest 
control revenue was related to residential services and commercial services, respectively, and 92 percent and eight percent of revenue 
from termite and other services was related to residential and commercial services, respectively. 

Approximately 80 percent of Terminix revenue comes from customers who enter into contracts with the option to 

renew annually. Typically, termite services require an initial inspection and the installation of a protective liquid barrier or bait 
stations surrounding the home. The protection plan contracts provide a guarantee for the repair of new damage resulting from 
termite infestation. After the first year, a customer has the option to renew the contract at a significantly reduced cost that 
extends the guarantee. Consequently, revenue generated from a renewal customer is less then revenue generated from a first-
year termite customer.

We believe that the strength of the Terminix brand, along with our history of providing a high level of consistent service, 
allows us to enjoy a competitive advantage in attracting, retaining and growing our customer base. We believe our investments in 
systems and processes, such as routing and scheduling optimization, robust reporting capabilities and mobile customer management 
solutions, enable us to deliver a higher level of customer service when compared to smaller regional and local competitors.

Our focus on attracting and retaining customers begins with our associates in the field, who interact with our customers every 

day. Our associates bring a strong level of passion and commitment to the Terminix brand, as evidenced by the 10-year and 8-year 
average tenure of our branch managers and technicians, respectively. Our field organization is supported by dedicated customer 
service and call center personnel. Our culture of continuous improvement drives an intense focus on the quality of the services 
delivered, which we believe produces high levels of customer satisfaction and, ultimately, customer retention and referrals.

The Terminix national branch structure includes approximately 300 company-owned locations and approximately 
25 franchise agreements, which serve approximately 2.8 million customers in 47 states and the District of Columbia. Terminix’s over 
9,500 employees made a daily average of 50,000 visits to residential and commercial customer locations during 2016. Terminix also 
provides termite and pest control services through subsidiaries in Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central America, as well as a 
joint venture in India. In addition, licensees of Terminix provide these services in Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, Central 
America, the Caribbean and the Middle East. In 2016, substantially all Terminix revenue was generated in the United States, with 
approximately two percent derived from international markets, with a presence in a total of 19 countries outside the United States 
through subsidiaries, a joint venture and licensing arrangements. Franchise fees from Terminix franchisees represented less than one 
percent of Terminix revenue in 2016. We estimate that customer-level revenue for this segment was $1,847 million for the year ended 
December 31, 2016. Customer-level revenue represents the total of our estimate of sales generated by our franchisees, a portion of 
which is included in our reported revenue from royalty fees, and sales generated by our company-owned operations. More 
specifically, customer level revenue means: Terminix revenue of $1,524 million, less royalty fees of $10 million, plus estimated sales 
generated by our franchisees of $333 million.

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Terminix Competitive Strengths

Terminix Competitive Strengths

#1 recognized brand in U.S. termite and pest control services

Track record of high customer retention 

Passionate and committed associates focused on delivering superior customer service

Expansive scale and deep market presence across a national footprint

Effective multi-channel customer acquisition strategy

History of innovation leadership and introducing new products and services

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#1 recognized brand in U.S. termite and pest control services

Track record of high customer retention 

Passionate and committed associates focused on delivering superior customer service

Expansive scale and deep market presence across a national footprint

Effective multi-channel customer acquisition strategy

History of innovation leadership and introducing new products and services

American Home Shield

American Home Shield

American Home Shield founded the home warranty industry in 1971 and remains the leading provider of home warranty 

American Home Shield founded the home warranty industry in 1971 and remains the leading provider of home warranty 

plans for household systems and appliances in the United States, with approximately 44 percent market share in 2016, as measured by 
revenue. We estimate American Home Shield to be approximately four times larger than its nearest competitor, as measured by 
revenue. We believe that, as the market leader, American Home Shield can drive increasing use of home warranties given the low 
industry household penetration of approximately four percent. American Home Shield provides home warranty plans that cover the 
repair or replacement of major components of up to 21 household systems and appliances, including electrical, plumbing, central 
heating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, water heaters, refrigerators, dishwashers and ovens/cook tops. Our warranty plans are 
generally structured as one-year contracts with annual renewal options and, as a result, a significant portion of our revenue base in this 

segment is recurring.

plans for household systems and appliances in the United States, with approximately 44 percent market share in 2016, as measured by 
revenue. We estimate American Home Shield to be approximately four times larger than its nearest competitor, as measured by 
revenue. We believe that, as the market leader, American Home Shield can drive increasing use of home warranties given the low 
industry household penetration of approximately four percent. American Home Shield provides home warranty plans that cover the 
repair or replacement of major components of up to 21 household systems and appliances, including electrical, plumbing, central 
heating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, water heaters, refrigerators, dishwashers and ovens/cook tops. Our warranty plans are 
generally structured as one-year contracts with annual renewal options and, as a result, a significant portion of our revenue base in this 
segment is recurring.

For the year ended December 31, 2016, American Home Shield recorded revenue of $1,020 million and Adjusted EBITDA 

For the year ended December 31, 2016, American Home Shield recorded revenue of $1,020 million and Adjusted EBITDA 

of $220 million. In 2016, 66 percent of American Home Shield revenue was derived from existing contract renewals, while 20 percent 
and 14 percent were derived from sales made in conjunction with existing home resale transactions and direct-to-consumer sales, 
respectively. In total, approximately 56 percent of our revenue base in 2016 represents customers in the direct-to-consumer sales 

market. We estimate that our share of the new sales market for contracts written in connection with existing home resales and

direct-to-consumer sales in 2016 was 30 percent and 55 percent, respectively.

of $220 million. In 2016, 66 percent of American Home Shield revenue was derived from existing contract renewals, while 20 percent 
and 14 percent were derived from sales made in conjunction with existing home resale transactions and direct-to-consumer sales, 
respectively. In total, approximately 56 percent of our revenue base in 2016 represents customers in the direct-to-consumer sales 
market. We estimate that our share of the new sales market for contracts written in connection with existing home resales and
direct-to-consumer sales in 2016 was 30 percent and 55 percent, respectively.

We believe that we have one of the largest contractor networks in the United States, comprised of more than 14,000 

We believe that we have one of the largest contractor networks in the United States, comprised of more than 14,000 

independent home service contractor firms. We carefully screen our contractors and closely monitor their performance based on a 

number of criteria, including feedback from customer satisfaction surveys. On an annual basis, our contractors respond to 

approximately four million service requests from approximately 1.9 million customers across all 50 states and the District of 

Columbia. Additionally, American Home Shield operates and takes service calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Furthermore, as a 

result of our large contractor network and sophisticated IT systems, we are able to promptly assign contractors to a job.

independent home service contractor firms. We carefully screen our contractors and closely monitor their performance based on a 
number of criteria, including feedback from customer satisfaction surveys. On an annual basis, our contractors respond to 
approximately four million service requests from approximately 1.9 million customers across all 50 states and the District of 
Columbia. Additionally, American Home Shield operates and takes service calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Furthermore, as a 
result of our large contractor network and sophisticated IT systems, we are able to promptly assign contractors to a job.

American Home Shield Competitive Strengths

American Home Shield Competitive Strengths

#1 market position in the industry with 44 percent market share, estimated to be four times the size of the next largest 

competitor

Track record of high customer retention 

Large, licensed national contractor network

Strong partnerships with leading national residential real estate firms

Core competency around direct-to-consumer marketing and lead generation

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#1 market position in the industry with 44 percent market share, estimated to be four times the size of the next largest 

competitor

Track record of high customer retention 

Large, licensed national contractor network

Strong partnerships with leading national residential real estate firms

Core competency around direct-to-consumer marketing and lead generation

Franchise Services Group

Franchise Services Group

ServiceMaster’s Franchise Services Group consists of the ServiceMaster Restore (disaster restoration), ServiceMaster Clean 

ServiceMaster’s Franchise Services Group consists of the ServiceMaster Restore (disaster restoration), ServiceMaster Clean 

(janitorial), Merry Maids (residential cleaning), Furniture Medic (cabinet and wood furniture repair) and AmeriSpec (home 

inspection) businesses. Our businesses in this segment operate principally through franchisees. In 2014, we began converting 

company-owned Merry Maids locations to franchises. As of October 10, 2016, the branch conversion process was complete. 

(janitorial), Merry Maids (residential cleaning), Furniture Medic (cabinet and wood furniture repair) and AmeriSpec (home 
inspection) businesses. Our businesses in this segment operate principally through franchisees. In 2014, we began converting 
company-owned Merry Maids locations to franchises. As of October 10, 2016, the branch conversion process was complete. 

For the year ended December 31, 2016, Franchise Services Group recorded revenue of $200 million and Adjusted EBITDA 
of $79 million. In 2016, approximately 60 percent of our revenue in this segment consisted of ongoing monthly royalty fees. Royalty 
fees are the amounts paid to us by our franchisees and are based upon a percentage of our franchisees’ customer-level revenue. We 
estimate that the customer-level revenue for this segment was $2,519 million for the year ended December 31, 2016. Customer level 
revenue means: Franchise Services Group revenue of $200 million, less royalty fees of $120 million, plus estimated sales generated by 

our franchisees of $2,439 million. 

For the year ended December 31, 2016, Franchise Services Group recorded revenue of $200 million and Adjusted EBITDA 
of $79 million. In 2016, approximately 60 percent of our revenue in this segment consisted of ongoing monthly royalty fees. Royalty 
fees are the amounts paid to us by our franchisees and are based upon a percentage of our franchisees’ customer-level revenue. We 
estimate that the customer-level revenue for this segment was $2,519 million for the year ended December 31, 2016. Customer level 
revenue means: Franchise Services Group revenue of $200 million, less royalty fees of $120 million, plus estimated sales generated by 
our franchisees of $2,439 million. 

We believe that each business holds a leading market position in its respective category and that our scale and national 

We believe that each business holds a leading market position in its respective category and that our scale and national 

presence create competitive advantages for us in attracting and retaining franchisees. We are able to invest in best-in-class systems, 
training and process development, provide multiple levels of marketing support and direct new business leads to our franchisees 

presence create competitive advantages for us in attracting and retaining franchisees. We are able to invest in best-in-class systems, 
training and process development, provide multiple levels of marketing support and direct new business leads to our franchisees 

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through our relationships with major insurance carriers and national account customers. The depth of our franchisee support is 
evidenced by the long average tenure of our franchisees, many of whom have partnered with ServiceMaster for over 25 years. Our 
Franchise Services Group serves both residential and commercial customers across all 50 states and the District of Columbia through 
approximately 4,600 franchise agreements, with additional locations in nine other countries.

Franchise Services Group Competitive Strengths

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Strong and trusted brands with leading market positions in their respective categories

Attractive value proposition to franchisees

Exceptional focus on customer service

Infrastructure and scale supporting our ability to service national accounts

National network and 24/7/365 service availability supports mission-critical nature of the ServiceMaster Restore business

Long-standing and strong relationships with the majority of the top 20 insurance carriers

Our Market Opportunity 

Termite and Pest Control Industry

The outsourced market for residential and commercial termite and pest control services in the United States was 
approximately $7.8 billion in 2015, according to Specialty Consultants, LLC. We estimate that there are approximately 20,000 U.S. 
termite and pest control companies, nearly all of which have fewer than 100 employees.

Termites are responsible for an estimated $5 billion in home damage in the United States annually, according to the National 
Pest Management Association. The termite control industry provides treatment and inspection services to residential and commercial 
property owners for the remediation and prevention of termite infestations. We believe homeowners value quality and reliability over 
price in choosing professional termite control services, as the cost of most professional treatments is well below the potential cost of 
inaction or ineffective treatment. As a result, we believe the demand for termite remediation services is relatively insulated from 
changes in consumer spending. In addition to remediation services, the termite control industry offers periodic termite inspections and 
preventative treatments to residential and commercial property owners in areas with high termite activity, typically through annual 
contracts. These annual contracts may carry guarantees that protect the property owner against the cost of structural damage caused by 
a termite infestation. Termites can cause significant damage to a structure before becoming visible to the untrained eye, highlighting 
the value proposition of professional preventative termite services. As a result, the termite control industry experiences high renewal 
rates on annual preventative inspection and treatment contracts, and revenues from such contracts are generally stable and recurring.

Pest infestations may damage a home or business while also carrying the risk of the spread of diseases. Moreover, for many 
commercial facilities, pest control is essential to regular operations and regulatory compliance (e.g., hotels, restaurants and healthcare 
facilities). As a result of these dynamics, the pest control industry experiences high rates of renewal for its pest inspection and 
treatment contracts. Pest control services are often delivered on a contracted basis through regularly scheduled service visits, which 
include an inspection of premises and application of pest control materials. We estimate that approximately 35 percent of targeted U.S. 
households currently use a professional pest exterminator.

Both termite and pest activity are affected by weather. Termite activity increases during the spring and summer months, the 

intensity of which varies based on weather. Similarly, pest activity tends to accelerate in the spring months when warmer temperatures 
arrive in many U.S. regions. However, the high proportion of termite and pest control services which are contracted and recurring, as 
well as the high renewal rates for those services, limit the effect of weather anomalies on the termite and pest control industry in any 
given year.

Home Warranty Industry

We estimate that the U.S. home warranty market was approximately $2.3 billion in 2016. The home warranty market is 

characterized by low household penetration, which we estimate to be approximately four percent. The home warranty industry offers 
plans that protect a homeowner against costly repairs or replacement of covered household systems and appliances. Typically having a 
one-year term, coverage varies based on a menu of plan options. The most commonly covered items include major components of
electrical, plumbing, central heating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, water heaters, refrigerators, dishwashers and ovens/cook 
tops. The home warranty industry is characterized by a high level of customer interaction and service requirements. This combination 
of a high-touch/high-service business model and the protection from unexpected repair expenses it provides to the customer has led to 
high renewal rates in the home warranty industry.

As consumer demand shifts towards more outsourced services, we believe that there is an opportunity for American Home 

Shield, a reliable, scaled service provider with a national, licensed contractor network, to increase market share and household 
penetration. Additionally, we believe that increasingly complex household systems and appliances may further highlight the value 
proposition of professional repair services and, accordingly, the coverage offered by a home warranty.

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have five or fewer employees.

national companies.

Our Competitive Strengths

directly to existing home resale transactions.

Key Franchise Services Group Industries

One of the drivers of sales of new home warranties is the number of existing homes sold in the United States, since a home 
warranty is often recommended by a real estate sales professional or offered by the seller of a home in conjunction with a real estate 

resale transaction. According to the National Association of Realtors, existing home resales, as measured in units, increased by

approximately three percent in 2016 compared to 2015. Approximately 20 percent of American Home Shield revenue in 2016 was tied 

One of the drivers of sales of new home warranties is the number of existing homes sold in the United States, since a home 
warranty is often recommended by a real estate sales professional or offered by the seller of a home in conjunction with a real estate 
resale transaction. According to the National Association of Realtors, existing home resales, as measured in units, increased by 
approximately three percent in 2016 compared to 2015. Approximately 20 percent of American Home Shield revenue in 2016 was tied 
directly to existing home resale transactions.

Key Franchise Services Group Industries

Disaster Restoration (ServiceMaster Restore). We estimate that the U.S. disaster restoration market was approximately

Disaster Restoration (ServiceMaster Restore). We estimate that the U.S. disaster restoration market was approximately 

$15 billion in 2016, approximately two-thirds of which is related to residential customers and the remainder related to commercial
customers. Most emergency response work results from emergency situations for residential and commercial customers, such as fires 
and flooding. Extreme weather events and natural disasters also provide demand for emergency response work. Critical factors in the
selection of an emergency response firm are the firm’s reputation, relationships with insurers, available resources, proper insurance
and credentials, quality of service, timeliness and responsiveness. This market is highly fragmented, with two large players, including 

ServiceMaster Restore, and we believe there are opportunities for growth for scaled service providers.

$15 billion in 2016, approximately two-thirds of which is related to residential customers and the remainder related to commercial 
customers. Most emergency response work results from emergency situations for residential and commercial customers, such as fires 
and flooding. Extreme weather events and natural disasters also provide demand for emergency response work. Critical factors in the
selection of an emergency response firm are the firm’s reputation, relationships with insurers, available resources, proper insurance 
and credentials, quality of service, timeliness and responsiveness. This market is highly fragmented, with two large players, including 
ServiceMaster Restore, and we believe there are opportunities for growth for scaled service providers.

Janitorial (ServiceMaster Clean). We estimate that the U.S. janitorial services market was approximately $53 billion in 2016.
The market is highly fragmented with more than 900,000 companies competing in the janitorial space, a significant majority of which

Janitorial (ServiceMaster Clean). We estimate that the U.S. janitorial services market was approximately $53 billion in 2016. 
The market is highly fragmented with more than 900,000 companies competing in the janitorial space, a significant majority of which 
have five or fewer employees.

Residential Cleaning (Merry Maids). We estimate that the U.S. residential professional cleaning services market was

Residential Cleaning (Merry Maids). We estimate that the U.S. residential professional cleaning services market was 

approximately $3 billion in 2016. Competition in this market comes mainly from local, independently-owned firms, and from a few

approximately $3 billion in 2016. Competition in this market comes mainly from local, independently-owned firms, and from a few 
national companies.

Our Competitive Strengths

#1 Market Positions in Large, Fragmented and Growing Markets. We are the leading provider of essential residential and

#1 Market Positions in Large, Fragmented and Growing Markets. We are the leading provider of essential residential and 

commercial services in the majority of markets in which we operate. Our markets are generally large, growing and highly fragmented,
and we believe we have significant advantages over smaller local and regional competitors. We have spent decades developing a
reputation built on reliability and superior quality and service. As a result, we enjoy high unaided brand awareness and a reputation for
high-quality customer service, which serve as key drivers of our customer acquisition efforts. Our nationwide presence also allows our

brands to effectively serve both local residential customers and large national commercial accounts and to capitalize on lead

generation sources that include large real estate agencies, financial institutions and insurance carriers. We believe our significant size 
and scale also provide a competitive advantage in our purchasing power, route density, and marketing and operating efficiencies
compared to smaller local and regional competitors. Our scale also facilitates the standardization of processes, shared learning and

talent development across our entire organization.

commercial services in the majority of markets in which we operate. Our markets are generally large, growing and highly fragmented, 
and we believe we have significant advantages over smaller local and regional competitors. We have spent decades developing a
reputation built on reliability and superior quality and service. As a result, we enjoy high unaided brand awareness and a reputation for 
high-quality customer service, which serve as key drivers of our customer acquisition efforts. Our nationwide presence also allows our 
brands to effectively serve both local residential customers and large national commercial accounts and to capitalize on lead 
generation sources that include large real estate agencies, financial institutions and insurance carriers. We believe our significant size 
and scale also provide a competitive advantage in our purchasing power, route density, and marketing and operating efficiencies 
compared to smaller local and regional competitors. Our scale also facilitates the standardization of processes, shared learning and 
talent development across our entire organization.

Diverse Revenue Streams across Customers and Geographies. ServiceMaster is diversified in terms of customers and

Diverse Revenue Streams across Customers and Geographies. ServiceMaster is diversified in terms of customers and 

geographies. We operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Our Terminix business, which accounted for 55 percent of our
revenue in 2016, served approximately 2.8 million customers. American Home Shield, which accounted for 37 percent of our revenue 
in 2016, responded to approximately four million service requests from approximately 1.9 million customers. Our diverse customer
base and geographies help to mitigate the effect of adverse market conditions and other risks in any particular geography or customer
segment we serve. We therefore believe the size and scale of our company provide us with added protection from risk relative to our

smaller local and regional competitors.

geographies. We operate in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Our Terminix business, which accounted for 55 percent of our 
revenue in 2016, served approximately 2.8 million customers. American Home Shield, which accounted for 37 percent of our revenue 
in 2016, responded to approximately four million service requests from approximately 1.9 million customers. Our diverse customer 
base and geographies help to mitigate the effect of adverse market conditions and other risks in any particular geography or customer 
segment we serve. We therefore believe the size and scale of our company provide us with added protection from risk relative to our 
smaller local and regional competitors.

High-Value Service Offerings Resulting in High Retention and Recurring Revenues. We believe our high annual customer

High-Value Service Offerings Resulting in High Retention and Recurring Revenues. We believe our high annual customer 

retention demonstrates the highly valued nature of the services we offer and the high level of execution and customer service that we
provide. Many of our technicians have built long-standing, personal relationships with their customers. We believe these personal 
bonds, often forged over decades, help to drive customer loyalty and retention. As a result of our high retention and long-standing 

customer relationships, we enjoy significant visibility and stability in our business, and these factors limit the effect of adverse 

economic cycles on our revenue base. We experienced these advantages during the most recent economic downturn, when we were

able to grow revenue in each year from 2008 to 2016.

retention demonstrates the highly valued nature of the services we offer and the high level of execution and customer service that we 
provide. Many of our technicians have built long-standing, personal relationships with their customers. We believe these personal 
bonds, often forged over decades, help to drive customer loyalty and retention. As a result of our high retention and long-standing 
customer relationships, we enjoy significant visibility and stability in our business, and these factors limit the effect of adverse 
economic cycles on our revenue base. We experienced these advantages during the most recent economic downturn, when we were 
able to grow revenue in each year from 2008 to 2016.

Capital-Light Business Model. Our business model is characterized by strong Adjusted EBITDA margins, negative working 

Capital-Light Business Model. Our business model is characterized by strong Adjusted EBITDA margins, negative working 

capital and limited capital expenditure requirements. For the year ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, our net cash provided 
from operating activities from continuing operations was $325 million, $398 million and $289 million, respectively, and our property

additions were $56 million, $40 million and $35 million, respectively. Free Cash Flow was $270 million, $358 million and

$274 million for the year ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, respectively. For a reconciliation of Free Cash Flow to net cash

provided from operating activities from continuing operations, which we consider to be the most directly comparable financial

measure presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”), see 

“Selected Historical Financial Data.” 

capital and limited capital expenditure requirements. For the year ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, our net cash provided 
from operating activities from continuing operations was $325 million, $398 million and $289 million, respectively, and our property 
additions were $56 million, $40 million and $35 million, respectively. Free Cash Flow was $270 million, $358 million and 
$274 million for the year ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, respectively. For a reconciliation of Free Cash Flow to net cash
provided from operating activities from continuing operations, which we consider to be the most directly comparable financial 
measure presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”), see 
“Selected Historical Financial Data.” 

Resilient Financial Model with Track Record of Consistent Performance.

Resilient Financial Model with Track Record of Consistent Performance.

Solid revenue and Adjusted EBITDA growth through business cycles. Our consolidated revenue and Adjusted EBITDA

Solid revenue and Adjusted EBITDA growth through business cycles. Our consolidated revenue and Adjusted EBITDA 

compound annual growth rates from 2011 through 2016 were five percent and 11 percent, respectively. We believe that our strong 

compound annual growth rates from 2011 through 2016 were five percent and 11 percent, respectively. We believe that our strong 

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performance through the recent economic and housing downturns is attributable to the essential nature of our services, our strong 
value proposition and our management’s focus on driving results.

Solid margins with attractive operating leverage and productivity improvement initiatives. Our business model enjoys 
inherent operating leverage stemming from route density and fixed investments in infrastructure and technology, among other factors. 
We have demonstrated our ability to expand our margins through a variety of initiatives, including metric-driven continuous 
improvement in our customer call centers, application of consistent process guidelines at the branch level, leveraging size and scale to 
improve the sourcing of labor and materials, and driving productivity in centralized services. We have also deployed mobility 
solutions and routing and scheduling systems across many of our businesses in order to enhance overall efficiency and reduce 
operating costs.

Multi-Channel Marketing Approach Supported by Sophisticated Customer Analytic Modeling Capabilities. Our 
multi-channel marketing approach focuses on building the value of our brands and generating revenue by understanding the decisions 
customers make at each stage in the purchase of residential and commercial services. The effectiveness of our marketing efforts is 
demonstrated by an increase in lead generation and online sales, as well as an improvement in close rates over the last few years. For 
example, in our direct-to-consumer channel at American Home Shield, new home warranty lead generation, marketing yield and close 
rates have benefited from increased spending on marketing as well as improved digital marketing. We have also been deploying 
increasingly sophisticated customer analytics models that allow us to more effectively segment our prospective customers and tailor 
campaigns towards them. In addition, we are seeing success with newer ways of reaching and marketing to consumers via content
marketing, promotions and social media channels.

Operational and Customer Service Excellence Driven by Superior People Development. We are constantly focused on 

improving customer service. The customer experience is at the foundation of our business model, and we believe that each employee 
is an extension of ServiceMaster’s reputation. We employ rigorous hiring and training practices and continuously analyze our 
operating metrics to identify potential improvements in service and productivity. Technicians in our Terminix branches have an 
average tenure of eight years, creating continuity in customer relationships and ensuring the development of best practices based on 
on-the-ground experience. We also provide our field personnel with access to sophisticated data management and mobility tools which 
enable them to drive efficiencies, improve customer service and ultimately grow our customer base and profitability.

Experienced Management Team. We have assembled a management team of highly experienced leaders with significant 

industry expertise. Our senior leaders have track records of producing profitable growth in a wide variety of industries and economic 
conditions. We also believe that we have a deep bench of talent across each of our business units, including long-tenured individuals 
with significant expertise and knowledge of the businesses they operate. Our management team is highly focused on execution and 
driving growth and profitability across our company. Our compensation structure, including incentive compensation, is tied to key 
performance metrics and is designed to incentivize senior management to seek the long-term success of our business.

Our Strategy 

Grow Our Customer Base. We are focused on the growth of our businesses through the introduction and delivery of 

high-value services to new and existing customers. We deliver our services through three primary channels:

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Direct-to-consumer through our company-owned branches;

Indirectly through partnerships with high-quality contractors in our home warranty business; and

Through trusted service providers who are franchisees.

To accelerate new customer growth, we make strategic investments in sales, marketing and advertising to drive new business
leads, brand awareness and market penetration. In addition, we are executing multiple initiatives to improve customer satisfaction and 
service delivery, which we believe will lead to improved retention and growth in our customer base across our business segments.

Develop and Expand New Service Offerings. We intend to continue to leverage our existing sales channels and local 

coverage to deliver additional value-added services to our customers. Our product development teams draw upon the experience of 
our technicians in the field, combined with in-house scientific expertise, to create innovative customer solutions for both our existing 
customer base and identified service/category adjacencies. We have a strong history of new product introductions, such as Terminix’s 
crawlspace encapsulation, mosquito control and wildlife exclusion services, that we believe will appeal to new potential customers as 
well as our existing customer base. Mosquito, wildlife exclusion and crawl space encapsulation are being offered in substantially all 
U.S. geographic markets where we believe substantial market opportunity exists. We are now focusing our efforts on increasing our 
market share in these product lines.

Expand Our Geographic Markets. Through detailed assessments of local economic conditions and demographics, we have 
identified target markets for expansion, both in existing markets, where we have capacity to increase our local market position, and in 
new markets, where we see opportunities. In addition to geographic expansion opportunities within the United States, we may also 
grow our international presence through strategic franchise expansions and additional licensing agreements.

Grow Our Commercial Business. Our revenue from commercial customers comprised approximately 13 percent of our 2016 

revenue. We believe we are well positioned to leverage our national coverage, brand strength and broad service offerings to target 
large multi-regional accounts. We believe these capabilities provide us with a meaningful competitive advantage, especially compared 

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to smaller local and regional competitors. We recognize that many of these large accounts seek to outsource or reduce the number of 
vendors used for certain services, and, accordingly, we have reenergized our marketing approach in this channel. At Terminix, for 
example, we have hired a dedicated sales team to focus on the development of commercial sales. Our commercial expansion strategy 
targets industries with a demonstrated need for our services, including healthcare, manufacturing, warehouses, hotels and commercial 

real estate.

to smaller local and regional competitors. We recognize that many of these large accounts seek to outsource or reduce the number of 
vendors used for certain services, and, accordingly, we have reenergized our marketing approach in this channel. At Terminix, for 
example, we have hired a dedicated sales team to focus on the development of commercial sales. Our commercial expansion strategy 
targets industries with a demonstrated need for our services, including healthcare, manufacturing, warehouses, hotels and commercial 
real estate.

Enhance Our Profitability. We have and will continue to invest in initiatives designed to improve our margins and drive 

Enhance Our Profitability. We have and will continue to invest in initiatives designed to improve our margins and drive 

profitable growth. We have been able to increase productivity across our segments through actions such as continuous process 

improvement, targeted systems investments, sales force initiatives and technician mobility tools. We also focus on strategically 
capitalizing on our purchasing power to achieve more favorable pricing and terms. In addition, we have rolled out tools and processes 
to centralize and systematize pricing decisions. These tools and processes enable us to optimize pricing at the geographic market and 
product level while creating a flexible and scalable pricing architecture that can grow with the business. We intend to leverage these 

investments as well as identify further opportunities to enhance profitability across our businesses.

profitable growth. We have been able to increase productivity across our segments through actions such as continuous process 
improvement, targeted systems investments, sales force initiatives and technician mobility tools. We also focus on strategically 
capitalizing on our purchasing power to achieve more favorable pricing and terms. In addition, we have rolled out tools and processes 
to centralize and systematize pricing decisions. These tools and processes enable us to optimize pricing at the geographic market and 
product level while creating a flexible and scalable pricing architecture that can grow with the business. We intend to leverage these 
investments as well as identify further opportunities to enhance profitability across our businesses.

Pursue Selective Acquisitions. From 2012 through 2016, we have completed over 120 acquisitions. On June 27, 2016, we

Pursue Selective Acquisitions. From 2012 through 2016, we have completed over 120 acquisitions. On June 27, 2016, we

acquired OneGuard Home Warranties (“OneGuard”) for a total purchase price of $61 million, and on November 30, 2016, we

acquired Landmark Home Warranty, LLC (“Landmark”) for a total purchase price of $39 million. In 2016, we completed several pest 
control and termite acquisitions for a total purchase price of $43 million. We anticipate that the highly fragmented nature of our 
markets will continue to create opportunities for further consolidation. As we have in the past, we will continue to take advantage of 
tuck-in as well as strategic acquisition opportunities, particularly in underserved markets where we can enhance and expand our 
service capabilities. We seek to use acquisitions to cost-effectively grow our customer count and enter high-growth geographies. We 

may also pursue acquisitions as vehicles for strategic international expansion.

acquired OneGuard Home Warranties (“OneGuard”) for a total purchase price of $61 million, and on November 30, 2016, we
acquired Landmark Home Warranty, LLC (“Landmark”) for a total purchase price of $39 million. In 2016, we completed several pest 
control and termite acquisitions for a total purchase price of $43 million. We anticipate that the highly fragmented nature of our 
markets will continue to create opportunities for further consolidation. As we have in the past, we will continue to take advantage of 
tuck-in as well as strategic acquisition opportunities, particularly in underserved markets where we can enhance and expand our 
service capabilities. We seek to use acquisitions to cost-effectively grow our customer count and enter high-growth geographies. We 
may also pursue acquisitions as vehicles for strategic international expansion.

Sales and Marketing

Sales and Marketing

We market our services to both homeowners and businesses on a national and local level through various means, including 
the internet, direct mail, television and radio advertising, print advertisements, marketing partnerships, telemarketing, various social 
media channels and through national sales teams. Additionally, in our American Home Shield segment, we partner with various 
participants in the residential real estate marketplace, such as real estate brokerages and some financial institutions and insurance 

We market our services to both homeowners and businesses on a national and local level through various means, including 
the internet, direct mail, television and radio advertising, print advertisements, marketing partnerships, telemarketing, various social 
media channels and through national sales teams. Additionally, in our American Home Shield segment, we partner with various 
participants in the residential real estate marketplace, such as real estate brokerages and some financial institutions and insurance 
carriers.

Service Marks, Trademarks and Trade Names

We hold various service marks, trademarks and trade names, such as ServiceMaster, Terminix, American Home Shield, 

We hold various service marks, trademarks and trade names, such as ServiceMaster, Terminix, American Home Shield, 

ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, Furniture Medic and AmeriSpec, that we deem particularly important to 
the advertising activities conducted by each of our reportable segments as well as the franchising activities conducted by certain 
reportable segments. As of December 31, 2016, we had marks that were protected by registration (either by direct registration or by 

treaty) in the United States and approximately 90 other countries. 

ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, Furniture Medic and AmeriSpec, that we deem particularly important to 
the advertising activities conducted by each of our reportable segments as well as the franchising activities conducted by certain 
reportable segments. As of December 31, 2016, we had marks that were protected by registration (either by direct registration or by 
treaty) in the United States and approximately 90 other countries. 

Franchises

Franchises

Franchises are important to the Terminix, ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, Furniture Medic and 

Franchises are important to the Terminix, ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, Furniture Medic and 

AmeriSpec businesses. In 2016, 2015 and 2014, total franchise fees (monthly royalty fees as well as initial fees from sales of

franchises and licenses) were $135 million, $132 million and $132 million, respectively, related franchise operating expenses were 
$52 million, $57 million and $61 million, respectively, and total profits from our franchised operations were $83 million, $75 million 
and $71 million, respectively. Nearly all of the franchise fees received by our Franchise Services Group segment are derived from the 
ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean and Merry Maids businesses. Franchise fees from our Terminix franchisees represented 
less than one percent of Terminix revenue for each of those years. We evaluate the performance of our franchise businesses based 
primarily on operating profit before corporate general and administrative expenses, interest expense and amortization of intangible 
assets. Franchise agreements entered into in the course of these businesses are generally for a term of five years. The majority of these 
franchise agreements are renewed prior to expiration. Internationally, we have license agreements, whereby licensees provide services 
under our brand names that would ordinarily be provided by franchisees in the United States. The majority of international licenses are 

AmeriSpec businesses. In 2016, 2015 and 2014, total franchise fees (monthly royalty fees as well as initial fees from sales of
franchises and licenses) were $135 million, $132 million and $132 million, respectively, related franchise operating expenses were 
$52 million, $57 million and $61 million, respectively, and total profits from our franchised operations were $83 million, $75 million 
and $71 million, respectively. Nearly all of the franchise fees received by our Franchise Services Group segment are derived from the 
ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean and Merry Maids businesses. Franchise fees from our Terminix franchisees represented 
less than one percent of Terminix revenue for each of those years. We evaluate the performance of our franchise businesses based 
primarily on operating profit before corporate general and administrative expenses, interest expense and amortization of intangible 
assets. Franchise agreements entered into in the course of these businesses are generally for a term of five years. The majority of these 
franchise agreements are renewed prior to expiration. Internationally, we have license agreements, whereby licensees provide services 
under our brand names that would ordinarily be provided by franchisees in the United States. The majority of international licenses are 
for 10-year terms.

carriers.

Service Marks, Trademarks and Trade Names

We have no single customer that accounts for more than two percent of our consolidated revenue. Additionally, no reportable 

We have no single customer that accounts for more than two percent of our consolidated revenue. Additionally, no reportable 

segment has a single customer that accounts for more than five percent of its revenue. None of our reportable segments is dependent 

on a single customer or a few customers, the loss of which would have a material adverse effect on the segment.

segment has a single customer that accounts for more than five percent of its revenue. None of our reportable segments is dependent 
on a single customer or a few customers, the loss of which would have a material adverse effect on the segment.

A significant percentage of our revenue is concentrated in the southern and western regions of the United States. In our 

A significant percentage of our revenue is concentrated in the southern and western regions of the United States. In our 

Terminix and American Home Shield segments, California, Texas and Florida collectively accounted for approximately one-third of 

Terminix and American Home Shield segments, California, Texas and Florida collectively accounted for approximately one-third of 
the revenue in 2016.

Customers and Geographies

We compete in residential and commercial services industries, focusing on termite and pest control, home warranties, disaster

We compete in residential and commercial services industries, focusing on termite and pest control, home warranties, disaster

restoration, janitorial, residential cleaning, cabinet and wood furniture repair and home inspection. We compete with many other 

restoration, janitorial, residential cleaning, cabinet and wood furniture repair and home inspection. We compete with many other 

Competition

for 10-year terms.

Customers and Geographies

the revenue in 2016.

Competition

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companies in the sale of our services, franchises and products. The principal methods of competition in our businesses include quality 
and speed of service, name recognition and reputation, customer satisfaction, brand awareness, pricing and promotions, professional 
sales forces and referrals. While we compete with a broad range of competitors in each discrete segment, we do not believe that any of 
our competitors provides all of the services we provide in all of the market segments we serve. All of the primary segments in which 
we operate are highly fragmented.

Termite and Pest Control

Competition in the segment for professional termite and pest control services in the United States comes primarily from 

smaller regional and local, independently-owned firms, as well as from Orkin, Inc. (a subsidiary of Rollins, Inc.), Ecolab, Inc. and 
Rentokil Initial, plc., all of which compete nationally.

Home Warranties

Competition for home warranties that cover household systems and appliances comes mainly from regional providers. Our 

two largest competitors are First American Financial Corporation and Old Republic International Corporation.

Disaster Restoration, Emergency Response and Related Services

Competition in the markets for disaster restoration, emergency response and related services comes mainly from local, 

independently-owned firms and a few national professional cleaning companies, such as Servpro Industries, Inc., Belfor, a subsidiary 
of Belfor Europe GmbH, BMS CAT, Inc. and Stanley Steemer International, Inc.

Janitorial

Competition in the market for janitorial services comes mainly from local, independently-owned firms and a few national 

professional janitorial firms such as ABM Industries Incorporated, Jani-King International, Inc., Aramark and Jan-Pro Franchise 
International, Inc.

Residential Cleaning

Competition in the market segment for residential cleaning services comes mainly from local, independently-owned firms, 

and from a few national companies such as The Maids International, Inc., Molly Maid, Inc. and The Cleaning Authority, LLC.

Insurance

We maintain insurance coverage that we believe is appropriate for our business, including workers’ compensation, auto 

liability, general liability, umbrella and property insurance. In addition, we provide various insurance coverages, including deductible 
reimbursement policies, to our business units through our wholly-owned captive insurance company, which was domiciled in Vermont 
through 2015 and since 2016 has been domiciled in Tennessee. 

Information Technology

We have invested in information systems and software packages designed to allow us to grow efficiently, deliver and 

implement nationally, while retaining local and regional flexibility. We believe this provides us with a competitive advantage in our 
operations. Our sophisticated IT systems enable us to provide a high level of convenience and service to our customers. In 2016, 
Terminix launched a new sales mobility platform to enhance the customer sales experience and allow sales professionals to more 
easily bundle diverse product offerings. Similarly, American Home Shield’s call centers, which operate and take service calls 24 hours 
a day, seven days a week, are able to promptly assign contractors to a job.

Employees

The average number of persons employed by us during 2016 was approximately 13,000. None of our employees in the 

United States are represented by collective bargaining agreements.

Regulatory Compliance

Our businesses are subject to various international, federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations, compliance with 
which increases our operating costs, limits or restricts the services provided by our reportable segments or the methods by which our 
businesses offer, sell and fulfill those services or conduct their respective businesses, or subjects us and our reportable segments to the 
possibility of regulatory actions or proceedings. Noncompliance with these laws and regulations can subject us to fines or various 
forms of civil or criminal prosecution, any of which could have a material adverse effect on our reputation, business, financial 
position, results of operations and cash flows.

These international, federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations include laws relating to consumer protection,

wage and hour, deceptive trade practices, permitting and licensing, state contractor laws, real estate settlements, workers’ safety, tax, 
healthcare reforms, franchise-related issues, collective bargaining and other labor matters, environmental and employee benefits. The 
Terminix business must also meet certain Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration 
requirements with respect to certain vehicles in its fleet. Terminix is regulated by federal, state and local laws, ordinances and 
regulations which are enforced by pest control boards, environmental protection agencies and similar government entities. American 
Home Shield is regulated in certain states by the applicable state insurance regulatory authority and by the Real Estate Commission in 

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inspection laws and regulations.

Environmental, Health and Safety Matters

Texas. Terminix, ServiceMaster Clean and Merry Maids use products containing ingredients regulated by the U.S. Environmental 

Protection Agency (the “EPA”), and ServiceMaster Clean is subject to licensing and certification requirements for applying 

disinfectants, sanitizers and other EPA registered products in certain states. AmeriSpec is regulated by various state and local home 

Texas. Terminix, ServiceMaster Clean and Merry Maids use products containing ingredients regulated by the U.S. Environmental 
Protection Agency (the “EPA”), and ServiceMaster Clean is subject to licensing and certification requirements for applying 
disinfectants, sanitizers and other EPA registered products in certain states. AmeriSpec is regulated by various state and local home 
inspection laws and regulations.

Environmental, Health and Safety Matters

Our businesses are subject to various international, federal, state and local laws and regulations regarding environmental, 

Our businesses are subject to various international, federal, state and local laws and regulations regarding environmental, 

health and safety matters. Among other things, these laws regulate the emission or discharge of materials into the environment, govern 
the use, storage, treatment, disposal, transportation and management of hazardous substances and wastes and protect the health and 
safety of our employees. These laws also impose liability for the costs of investigating and remediating, and damages resulting from, 
present and past releases of hazardous substances, including releases by prior owners or operators of sites we currently own or operate.

health and safety matters. Among other things, these laws regulate the emission or discharge of materials into the environment, govern 
the use, storage, treatment, disposal, transportation and management of hazardous substances and wastes and protect the health and 
safety of our employees. These laws also impose liability for the costs of investigating and remediating, and damages resulting from, 
present and past releases of hazardous substances, including releases by prior owners or operators of sites we currently own or operate.

Compliance with environmental, health and safety laws increases our operating costs, limits or restricts the services provided
by our reportable segments or the methods by which they offer, sell and fulfill those services or conduct their respective businesses, or 

subjects us and our reportable segments to the possibility of regulatory or private actions or proceedings.

Compliance with environmental, health and safety laws increases our operating costs, limits or restricts the services provided
by our reportable segments or the methods by which they offer, sell and fulfill those services or conduct their respective businesses, or 
subjects us and our reportable segments to the possibility of regulatory or private actions or proceedings.

Terminix is regulated under many federal and state environmental laws, including the Comprehensive Environmental 

Terminix is regulated under many federal and state environmental laws, including the Comprehensive Environmental 

Response, Compensation and Liability Act of 1980 (the “CERCLA”), the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 
(the “Superfund”), the Federal Environmental Pesticide Control Act of 1972, the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act 

of 1947, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976, the Clean Air Act, the Emergency Planning and Community 

Right-to-Know Act of 1986, the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 and the Clean Water Act of 1977, each as amended.

Response, Compensation and Liability Act of 1980 (the “CERCLA”), the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 
(the “Superfund”), the Federal Environmental Pesticide Control Act of 1972, the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act 
of 1947, the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act of 1976, the Clean Air Act, the Emergency Planning and Community 
Right-to-Know Act of 1986, the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 and the Clean Water Act of 1977, each as amended.

We cannot predict the effect of possible future environmental laws on our operations. Changes in, or new interpretations of, 

We cannot predict the effect of possible future environmental laws on our operations. Changes in, or new interpretations of, 

existing laws, regulations or enforcement policies, the discovery of previously unknown contamination, or the imposition of other 
environmental liabilities or obligations in the future, may lead to additional compliance or other costs. During 2016, there were no 
material capital expenditures for environmental control facilities, and there are no material expenditures anticipated for 2017 or 2018 

existing laws, regulations or enforcement policies, the discovery of previously unknown contamination, or the imposition of other 
environmental liabilities or obligations in the future, may lead to additional compliance or other costs. During 2016, there were no 
material capital expenditures for environmental control facilities, and there are no material expenditures anticipated for 2017 or 2018 
related to such facilities.

We are subject to international, federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations designed to protect consumers, 
including laws governing consumer privacy and fraud, the collection and use of consumer data, telemarketing and other forms of

solicitation.

We are subject to international, federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations designed to protect consumers, 
including laws governing consumer privacy and fraud, the collection and use of consumer data, telemarketing and other forms of
solicitation.

The telemarketing rules adopted by the Federal Communications Commission pursuant to the Federal Telephone Consumer 

The telemarketing rules adopted by the Federal Communications Commission pursuant to the Federal Telephone Consumer 

Protection Act and the Federal Telemarketing Sales Rule issued by the Federal Trade Commission govern our telephone sales 

practices. In addition, some states and local governing bodies have adopted laws and regulations targeted at direct telephone sales and 
“do-not-knock,” “do-not-mail” and “do-not-leave” activities. The implementation of these marketing regulations requires us to rely 
more extensively on other marketing methods and channels. In addition, if we were to fail to comply with any applicable law or 
regulation, we could be subject to substantial fines or damages, be involved in lawsuits, enforcement actions and other claims by third 
parties or governmental authorities, suffer losses to our reputation and our business or suffer the loss of licenses or penalties that may 
affect how the business is operated, which, in turn, could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations 

Protection Act and the Federal Telemarketing Sales Rule issued by the Federal Trade Commission govern our telephone sales 
practices. In addition, some states and local governing bodies have adopted laws and regulations targeted at direct telephone sales and 
“do-not-knock,” “do-not-mail” and “do-not-leave” activities. The implementation of these marketing regulations requires us to rely 
more extensively on other marketing methods and channels. In addition, if we were to fail to comply with any applicable law or 
regulation, we could be subject to substantial fines or damages, be involved in lawsuits, enforcement actions and other claims by third 
parties or governmental authorities, suffer losses to our reputation and our business or suffer the loss of licenses or penalties that may 
affect how the business is operated, which, in turn, could have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations 
and cash flows.

Consumer Protection and Solicitation Matters

related to such facilities.

Consumer Protection and Solicitation Matters

Franchise Matters

Terminix, ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, Furniture Medic and AmeriSpec are subject to various 
international, federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations governing franchise sales, marketing and licensing and franchise 
trade practices generally, including applicable rules and regulations of the Federal Trade Commission. These laws and regulations 
generally require disclosure of business information in connection with the sale and licensing of franchises. Certain state regulations 
also affect the ability of the franchisor to revoke or refuse to renew a franchise. We seek to comply with regulatory requirements and 
deal with franchisees and licensees in good faith. From time to time, we and one or more franchisees may become involved in a
dispute regarding the franchise relationship, including payment of royalties or fees, location of branches, advertising, purchase of 
products by franchisees, non-competition covenants, compliance with our standards and franchise renewal criteria. There can be no 

assurance that compliance problems will not be encountered from time to time or that significant disputes with one or more 

franchisees will not arise.

Terminix, ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, Furniture Medic and AmeriSpec are subject to various 
international, federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations governing franchise sales, marketing and licensing and franchise 
trade practices generally, including applicable rules and regulations of the Federal Trade Commission. These laws and regulations 
generally require disclosure of business information in connection with the sale and licensing of franchises. Certain state regulations 
also affect the ability of the franchisor to revoke or refuse to renew a franchise. We seek to comply with regulatory requirements and 
deal with franchisees and licensees in good faith. From time to time, we and one or more franchisees may become involved in a
dispute regarding the franchise relationship, including payment of royalties or fees, location of branches, advertising, purchase of 
products by franchisees, non-competition covenants, compliance with our standards and franchise renewal criteria. There can be no 
assurance that compliance problems will not be encountered from time to time or that significant disputes with one or more 
franchisees will not arise.

From time to time, we receive communications from our franchisees regarding complaints, disputes or questions about our 

From time to time, we receive communications from our franchisees regarding complaints, disputes or questions about our 

practices and standards in relation to our franchised operations and certain economic terms of our franchise arrangements. If 

franchisees or groups representing franchisees were to bring legal proceedings against us, we would vigorously defend against the 
claims in any such proceeding, but our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows could be materially

adversely impacted and the price of our common stock could decline.

practices and standards in relation to our franchised operations and certain economic terms of our franchise arrangements. If 
franchisees or groups representing franchisees were to bring legal proceedings against us, we would vigorously defend against the 
claims in any such proceeding, but our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows could be materially
adversely impacted and the price of our common stock could decline.

Available Information

Available Information

ServiceMaster maintains a website at http://www.servicemaster.com that includes a hyperlink to a website maintained by a 

ServiceMaster maintains a website at http://www.servicemaster.com that includes a hyperlink to a website maintained by a 

third party where ServiceMaster’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K and 

third party where ServiceMaster’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K and 

and cash flows.

Franchise Matters

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all amendments to those reports are available without charge as soon as reasonably practicable following the time that they are filed 
with or furnished to the SEC. The information found on the Company’s website is not a part of this or any other report filed with or 
furnished to the SEC.

ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS 

You should carefully consider the factors described below, in addition to the other information set forth in this Annual Report 

on Form 10-K. These risk factors are important to understanding the contents of this Annual Report on Form 10-K and of other 
reports. Our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows are subject to various risks. The risks and 
uncertainties described below are not the only ones relevant to us. Additional risks and uncertainties not presently known to us or that 
we currently believe to be immaterial may also materially and adversely affect our reputation, business, financial position, results of 
operations and cash flows. 

The materialization of any risks and uncertainties set forth below or identified in Forward-Looking Statements contained in 
this report and our other filings with the SEC or those that are presently unforeseen could result in significant adverse effects on our 
financial condition, results of operations and cash flows. See “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition 
and Results of Operations — Information Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” below.

Risks Related to Our Business and Our Industry 

Weakening in general economic conditions, especially as they may affect home sales, unemployment or consumer confidence or 
spending levels, may adversely impact our business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

A substantial portion of our results of operations is dependent upon spending by consumers. Deterioration in general 

economic conditions and consumer confidence, particularly in California, Texas and Florida, which collectively represented 
approximately one-third of our revenue in 2016 in our Terminix and American Home Shield segments, could affect the demand for 
our services. Consumer spending and confidence tend to decline during times of declining economic conditions. A worsening of 
macroeconomic indicators, including weak home sales, higher home foreclosures, declining consumer confidence or rising 
unemployment rates, could adversely affect consumer spending levels, reduce the demand for our services and adversely impact our 
business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows. These factors could also negatively impact the timing or the ultimate 
collection of accounts receivable, which would adversely impact our business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

We may not successfully implement our business strategies, including achieving our growth objectives.

We may not be able to fully implement our business strategies or realize, in whole or in part within the expected time frames,
the anticipated benefits of our various growth or other initiatives. Our various business strategies and initiatives, including growth of 
our customer base, introduction of new service offerings, geographic expansion, growth of our commercial business and enhancement 
of profitability, are subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are 
beyond our control.

In addition, we may incur certain costs to achieve efficiency improvements and growth in our business and we may not meet 

anticipated implementation timetables or stay within budgeted costs. As these efficiency improvement and growth initiatives are 
undertaken, we may not fully achieve our expected cost savings and efficiency improvements or growth rates, or these initiatives 
could adversely impact our customer retention or our operations. Also, our business strategies may change from time to time in light 
of our ability to implement our new business initiatives, competitive pressures, economic uncertainties or developments, or other 
factors.

Adverse credit and financial market events and conditions could, among other things, impede access to or increase the cost of 
financing or cause our commercial and governmental customers to incur liquidity issues that could lead to some of our services
not being purchased or being cancelled, any of which could have an adverse impact on our business, financial position, results of 
operations and cash flows.

Disruptions in credit or financial markets could, among other things, lead to impairment charges, make it more difficult for us 

to obtain, or increase our cost of obtaining, financing for our operations or investments or to refinance our indebtedness, cause our 
lenders to depart from prior credit industry practice and not give technical or other waivers under the $1,650 million Term Loan 
Facility and the $300 million Revolving Credit Facility to the extent we may seek them in the future, thereby causing us to be in 
default under the Credit Facilities. These disruptions also could cause our commercial customers to encounter liquidity issues that 
could lead to some of our services being cancelled or reduced, or that could result in an increase in the time it takes our customers to 
pay us, or that could lead to a decrease in pricing for our services and products, any of which could adversely affect our accounts 
receivable, among other things, and, in turn, increase our working capital needs. Volatile swings in the commercial real estate segment 
could also impact the demand for our services as landlords cut back on services provided to their tenants. In addition, adverse
developments at federal, state and local levels associated with budget deficits resulting from economic conditions could result in 
federal, state and local governments decreasing their purchasing of our products or services and/or increasing taxes or other fees on 
businesses, including us, to generate more tax revenues, which could negatively impact spending by commercial customers and 
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Our market segments are highly competitive. Competition could reduce our share of the market segments served by us and 

adversely impact our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

Our market segments are highly competitive. Competition could reduce our share of the market segments served by us and 
adversely impact our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

We operate in highly competitive market segments. Changes in the source and intensity of competition in the market 

We operate in highly competitive market segments. Changes in the source and intensity of competition in the market 

segments served by us impact the demand for our services and may also result in additional pricing pressures. The relatively low 
capital cost of entry into certain of our business categories has led to strong competitive market segments, including competition from 
smaller regional and local owner-operated companies. Regional and local competitors operating in a limited geographic area may have 
lower labor, employee benefits and overhead costs. The principal methods of competition in our businesses include name recognition, 
quality and speed of service, customer satisfaction, reputation and pricing. We may be unable to compete successfully against current 
or future competitors, and the competitive pressures that we face may result in reduced market segment share, reduced pricing or 

adversely impact our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

segments served by us impact the demand for our services and may also result in additional pricing pressures. The relatively low 
capital cost of entry into certain of our business categories has led to strong competitive market segments, including competition from 
smaller regional and local owner-operated companies. Regional and local competitors operating in a limited geographic area may have 
lower labor, employee benefits and overhead costs. The principal methods of competition in our businesses include name recognition, 
quality and speed of service, customer satisfaction, reputation and pricing. We may be unable to compete successfully against current 
or future competitors, and the competitive pressures that we face may result in reduced market segment share, reduced pricing or 
adversely impact our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

Weather conditions and seasonality affect the demand for our services and our results of operations and cash flows.

Weather conditions and seasonality affect the demand for our services and our results of operations and cash flows.

The demand for our services and our results of operations are affected by weather conditions, including, without limitation, 

The demand for our services and our results of operations are affected by weather conditions, including, without limitation, 

potential impacts, if any, from climate change, known and unknown, and by the seasonal nature of our termite and pest control

services, home inspection services and disaster restoration services. Adverse weather conditions (e.g., cooler temperatures or 

droughts), whether created by climate change factors or otherwise, can impede the development of termite swarms and lead to lower 
demand for our termite control services. Extreme temperatures can lead to an increase in service requests related to household systems 
in our American Home Shield business, resulting in higher claim frequency and costs and lower profitability. For example, in the third 
quarter of 2016, we experienced an increase in contract claims cost at American Home Shield driven by a higher number of HVAC 
work orders driven by high temperatures. These or other weather conditions could adversely impact our business, financial position, 

results of operations and cash flows.

potential impacts, if any, from climate change, known and unknown, and by the seasonal nature of our termite and pest control
services, home inspection services and disaster restoration services. Adverse weather conditions (e.g., cooler temperatures or 
droughts), whether created by climate change factors or otherwise, can impede the development of termite swarms and lead to lower 
demand for our termite control services. Extreme temperatures can lead to an increase in service requests related to household systems 
in our American Home Shield business, resulting in higher claim frequency and costs and lower profitability. For example, in the third 
quarter of 2016, we experienced an increase in contract claims cost at American Home Shield driven by a higher number of HVAC 
work orders driven by high temperatures. These or other weather conditions could adversely impact our business, financial position, 
results of operations and cash flows.

Compliance with United States Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) rules for our 401(k) Plan could result in significant costs that 

adversely impact our financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

Compliance with United States Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) rules for our 401(k) Plan could result in significant costs that 
adversely impact our financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

In 2008, we amended our Profit Sharing and Retirement Plan, a tax qualified 401(k) defined contribution plan available to 

In 2008, we amended our Profit Sharing and Retirement Plan, a tax qualified 401(k) defined contribution plan available to 

substantially all of our employees (the “401(k) Plan”), to implement a qualified automatic contribution arrangement (“QACA”) under 
the safe harbor provisions of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”). QACA plans, in general, require automatic 

enrollment of employees into the retirement plan absent an affirmative election that such employees do not wish to participate.

substantially all of our employees (the “401(k) Plan”), to implement a qualified automatic contribution arrangement (“QACA”) under 
the safe harbor provisions of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (the “Code”). QACA plans, in general, require automatic 
enrollment of employees into the retirement plan absent an affirmative election that such employees do not wish to participate.

Although we implemented processes to auto-enroll new hires after adopting the QACA plan in 2008, we have discovered that 

Although we implemented processes to auto-enroll new hires after adopting the QACA plan in 2008, we have discovered that 

we did not auto-enroll then existing employees who were not participating in the 401(k) Plan. In response, we implemented an auto-
enrollment process for affected active employees, and we submitted to the IRS a voluntary correction proposal to remedy the issue for 
prior years. Our current estimate of the cost of the correction ranges from $25 million to approximately $92 million. We have recorded 
within Selling and administrative expenses in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income total charges of $25 

million. However, there can be no assurances as to the ultimate costs of the correction.

we did not auto-enroll then existing employees who were not participating in the 401(k) Plan. In response, we implemented an auto-
enrollment process for affected active employees, and we submitted to the IRS a voluntary correction proposal to remedy the issue for 
prior years. Our current estimate of the cost of the correction ranges from $25 million to approximately $92 million. We have recorded 
within Selling and administrative expenses in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income total charges of $25 
million. However, there can be no assurances as to the ultimate costs of the correction.

Increases in raw material prices, fuel prices and other operating costs could adversely impact our business, financial position, 

results of operations and cash flows.

Increases in raw material prices, fuel prices and other operating costs could adversely impact our business, financial position, 
results of operations and cash flows.

Our financial performance may be adversely affected by increases in the level of our operating expenses, such as fuel, 

Our financial performance may be adversely affected by increases in the level of our operating expenses, such as fuel, 

chemicals, refrigerants, appliances and equipment, parts, raw materials, wages and salaries, employee benefits, health care, vehicle 
maintenance, contractor costs, self-insurance costs and other insurance premiums, as well as various regulatory compliance costs, all 

of which may be subject to inflationary pressures. 

chemicals, refrigerants, appliances and equipment, parts, raw materials, wages and salaries, employee benefits, health care, vehicle 
maintenance, contractor costs, self-insurance costs and other insurance premiums, as well as various regulatory compliance costs, all 
of which may be subject to inflationary pressures. 

Fuel prices are subject to market volatility. Previous increases in fuel prices increased our costs of operating vehicles and 

Fuel prices are subject to market volatility. Previous increases in fuel prices increased our costs of operating vehicles and 

equipment. Although fuel prices remained relatively low during 2016, there can be no assurances that rates will not return to historical 
levels. We cannot predict what effect global events or any future Middle East, Russia or other crisis could have on fuel prices, but it is 
possible that such events could lead to higher fuel prices. With respect to fuel, our fleet has been negatively impacted by significant 
increases in fuel prices in the past and could be negatively impacted in the future. Although we hedge a significant portion of our fuel 
costs, we do not hedge all of those costs. We expect to use approximately 14 million gallons of fuel in 2017. As of December 31, 

2016, a ten percent change in fuel prices would result in a change of approximately $3 million in our annual fuel cost before 

considering the impact of fuel swap contracts. Fuel price increases can also result in increases in the cost of chemicals and other 
materials used in our business. We cannot predict the extent to which we may experience future increases in costs of fuel, chemicals, 
refrigerants, appliances and equipment, parts, raw materials, wages and salaries, employee benefits, health care, vehicle maintenance, 

contractor costs, self-insurance costs and other insurance premiums, as well as various regulatory compliance costs and other 

operating costs. To the extent such costs increase, we may be prevented, in whole or in part, from passing these cost increases through 
to our existing and prospective customers, which could have a material adverse impact on our business, financial position, results of 

operations and cash flows.

equipment. Although fuel prices remained relatively low during 2016, there can be no assurances that rates will not return to historical 
levels. We cannot predict what effect global events or any future Middle East, Russia or other crisis could have on fuel prices, but it is 
possible that such events could lead to higher fuel prices. With respect to fuel, our fleet has been negatively impacted by significant 
increases in fuel prices in the past and could be negatively impacted in the future. Although we hedge a significant portion of our fuel 
costs, we do not hedge all of those costs. We expect to use approximately 14 million gallons of fuel in 2017. As of December 31, 
2016, a ten percent change in fuel prices would result in a change of approximately $3 million in our annual fuel cost before 
considering the impact of fuel swap contracts. Fuel price increases can also result in increases in the cost of chemicals and other 
materials used in our business. We cannot predict the extent to which we may experience future increases in costs of fuel, chemicals, 
refrigerants, appliances and equipment, parts, raw materials, wages and salaries, employee benefits, health care, vehicle maintenance, 
contractor costs, self-insurance costs and other insurance premiums, as well as various regulatory compliance costs and other 
operating costs. To the extent such costs increase, we may be prevented, in whole or in part, from passing these cost increases through 
to our existing and prospective customers, which could have a material adverse impact on our business, financial position, results of 
operations and cash flows.

We may not be able to attract and retain qualified key executives or transition smoothly to new leadership, which could adversely 

impact us and our businesses and inhibit our ability to operate and grow successfully.

We may not be able to attract and retain qualified key executives or transition smoothly to new leadership, which could adversely 
impact us and our businesses and inhibit our ability to operate and grow successfully.

The execution of our business strategy and our financial performance will continue to depend in significant part on our 
executive management team and other key management personnel. Any inability to attract in a timely manner other qualified key

The execution of our business strategy and our financial performance will continue to depend in significant part on our 
executive management team and other key management personnel. Any inability to attract in a timely manner other qualified key

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executives, retain our leadership team and recruit other important personnel could have a material adverse impact on our business, 
financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

Compliance with, or violation of, environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, including laws pertaining to the use of 
pesticides, could result in significant costs that adversely impact our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations 
and cash flows.

International, federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations relating to environmental, health and safety matters 

affect us in several ways. In the United States, products containing pesticides generally must be registered with the EPA, and similar 
state agencies before they can be sold or applied. The failure to obtain or the cancellation of any such registration, or the withdrawal 
from the marketplace of such pesticides, could have an adverse effect on our business, the severity of which would depend on the 
products involved, whether other products could be substituted and whether our competitors were similarly affected. The pesticides 
we use are manufactured by independent third parties and are evaluated by the EPA as part of its ongoing exposure risk assessment. 
The EPA may decide that a pesticide we use will be limited or will not be re-registered for use in the United States. We cannot predict 
the outcome or the severity of the effect of the EPA’s continuing evaluations.

In addition, the use of certain pesticide products is regulated by various international, federal, state, provincial and local 

environmental and public health agencies. Although we strive to comply with such laws and regulations and have processes in place 
designed to achieve compliance, given our dispersed locations, distributed operations and numerous associates, we may be unable to 
prevent violations of these or other laws and regulations from occurring. Even if we are able to comply with all such laws and
regulations and obtain all necessary registrations and licenses, the pesticides or other products we apply or use, or the manner in which 
we apply or use them, could be alleged to cause injury to the environment, to people or to animals, or such products could be banned 
in certain circumstances. The laws and regulations may also apply to third-party vendors who are hired to repair or remediate property 
and who may fail to comply with environmental laws, health and safety laws and regulations and subject us to risk of legal exposure. 
The costs of compliance, non-compliance, investigation, remediation, combating reputational harm or defending civil or criminal 
proceedings, products liability, personal injury or other lawsuits could have a material adverse impact on our reputation, business, 
financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

International, federal, state, provincial and local agencies regulate the disposal, handling and storage of waste, discharges

from our facilities and the investigation and clean-up of contaminated sites. We could incur significant costs, including investigation 
and clean-up costs, fines, penalties and civil or criminal sanctions and claims by third parties for property damage and personal injury, 
as a result of violations of, or liabilities under, these laws and regulations. In addition, potentially significant expenditures could be 
required to comply with environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, including requirements that may be adopted or 
imposed in the future.

On July 21, 2016, Terminix International USVI, LLC (“TMX USVI”) and The Terminix International Company Limited 

Partnership (“TMX LP”), each an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, entered into a superseding Plea Agreement (the 
“Superseding Plea Agreement”) in connection with the investigation initiated by the United States Department of Justice 
Environmental Crimes Section (the “DOJ”) into allegations that a local Terminix branch used methyl bromide as a fumigant at a resort 
in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands. The Superseding Plea Agreement was intended to resolve four misdemeanor charges of violations of 
the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act related to improper applications of methyl bromide. Those charges were set 
forth in an Information, dated March 29, 2016, in the matter styled United States of America v. The Terminix International Company 
Limited Partnership and Terminix International USVI, LLC. At a hearing held on August 25, 2016, the United States District Court of 
the U.S. Virgin Islands (the “District Court”) rejected the Superseding Plea Agreement.  On August 31, 2016, the DOJ requested that 
the charges be dismissed, reserving its right to re-file the charges, in light of ongoing discussions to resolve the matter. The District 
Court granted that request, and the March 29, 2016 Information was dismissed.  

On January 20, 2017, TMX USVI and TMX LP entered into a new Plea Agreement (the “New Plea Agreement”) with the 

DOJ, which has been filed with the District Court, and replaces the Superseding Plea Agreement. Under the New Plea Agreement, 
TMX USVI and TMX LP have agreed to plead guilty to four misdemeanor charges of violations of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, 
and Rodenticide Act related to improper applications of methyl bromide, as set forth in a new Information filed on January 20, 2017
with the District Court that is substantially similar to the March 29, 2016 Information. Under the terms of the New Plea 
Agreement, the parties agree and jointly recommend to the District Court that (i) TMX USVI and TMX LP each pay a fine of $4 
million (total of $8 million); (ii) TMX USVI pay $1 million to the EPA for costs incurred by the EPA for the response and clean-up of 
the affected units at the resort in St. John; (iii) TMX USVI make a community service payment of $1 million to the National Fish and 
Wildlife Foundation for the purpose of engaging a third party to provide training to pesticide applicators in the U.S. Virgin Islands; 
and (iv) both TMX USVI and TMX LP serve a three-year probation period, subject to the special conditions of probation under the 
New Plea Agreement. The total financial terms of the recommended sentence under the New Plea Agreement are equivalent in total
amount to the financial terms under the Superseding Plea Agreement. Unlike the Superseding Plea Agreement, however, the New 
Plea Agreement is non-binding on the District Court. It is possible that the District Court could use its discretion to impose fines or 
other terms different than those in the New Plea Agreement. If approved by the District Court, and upon compliance with the terms 
and conditions of the New Plea Agreement, the New Plea Agreement will resolve the federal criminal consequences associated with 
the DOJ investigation. The New Plea Agreement does not bind any other federal, state or local authority; however, the EPA has 
indicated that it does not intend to initiate any administrative enforcement action or refer the matter to the DOJ for any civil 
enforcement action if the New Plea Agreement is approved by the District Court.

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We have recorded within Fumigation related matters in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income 

We have recorded within Fumigation related matters in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income 

charges of $2 million and $8 million in the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively, in connection with the 

aforementioned criminal matter. The amount and extent of any further potential penalties, fines, sanctions, costs and damages that the 
federal or other governmental authorities may yet impose, investigation or other costs and reputational harm, as well as the impact of 
any additional civil, criminal or other claims or judicial, administrative or regulatory proceedings resulting from or related to the U.S. 
Virgin Islands matter, which could be material, is not currently known or reasonably estimable, and any such further penalties, fines,
sanctions, costs or damages would not be covered under our general liability insurance policies. On December 16, 2016, the U.S. 
Virgin Islands Department of Justice filed a civil complaint in the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands related to the aforementioned 
fumigation incident in a matter styled Government of the United States Virgin Islands v. The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, The 
Terminix International Company Limited Partnership, and Terminix International USVI, LLC. We have not recorded any charge for 

this new civil lawsuit.

impact the demand for our services.

Public perceptions that the products we use and the services we deliver are not environmentally friendly or safe may adversely

charges of $2 million and $8 million in the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively, in connection with the 
aforementioned criminal matter. The amount and extent of any further potential penalties, fines, sanctions, costs and damages that the 
federal or other governmental authorities may yet impose, investigation or other costs and reputational harm, as well as the impact of 
any additional civil, criminal or other claims or judicial, administrative or regulatory proceedings resulting from or related to the U.S. 
Virgin Islands matter, which could be material, is not currently known or reasonably estimable, and any such further penalties, fines,
sanctions, costs or damages would not be covered under our general liability insurance policies. On December 16, 2016, the U.S. 
Virgin Islands Department of Justice filed a civil complaint in the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands related to the aforementioned 
fumigation incident in a matter styled Government of the United States Virgin Islands v. The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, The 
Terminix International Company Limited Partnership, and Terminix International USVI, LLC. We have not recorded any charge for 
this new civil lawsuit.

Public perceptions that the products we use and the services we deliver are not environmentally friendly or safe may adversely
impact the demand for our services.

In providing our services, we use, among other things, pesticides and other chemicals. Public perception that the products we 
use and the services we deliver are not environmentally friendly or safe or are harmful to humans or animals, whether justified or not, 
or our improper application of these chemicals, could reduce demand for our services, increase regulation or government restrictions 
or actions, result in fines or penalties, impair our reputation, involve us in litigation, damage our brand names and otherwise have a 

material adverse impact on our business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

In providing our services, we use, among other things, pesticides and other chemicals. Public perception that the products we 
use and the services we deliver are not environmentally friendly or safe or are harmful to humans or animals, whether justified or not, 
or our improper application of these chemicals, could reduce demand for our services, increase regulation or government restrictions 
or actions, result in fines or penalties, impair our reputation, involve us in litigation, damage our brand names and otherwise have a 
material adverse impact on our business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

Laws and government regulations applicable to our businesses and lawsuits, enforcement actions and other claims by third parties 
or governmental authorities could increase our legal and regulatory expenses, and impact our business, financial position, results 

of operations and cash flows.

Laws and government regulations applicable to our businesses and lawsuits, enforcement actions and other claims by third parties 
or governmental authorities could increase our legal and regulatory expenses, and impact our business, financial position, results 
of operations and cash flows.

Our businesses are subject to significant international, federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations. These laws

Our businesses are subject to significant international, federal, state, provincial and local laws and regulations. These laws

and regulations include laws relating to consumer protection, wage and hour requirements, franchising, the employment of 

immigrants, labor relations, permitting and licensing, building code requirements, workers’ safety, the environment, insurance and 
home warranties, employee benefits, marketing (including, without limitation, telemarketing) and advertising, the application and use 
of pesticides and other chemicals. In particular, we anticipate that various international, federal, state, provincial and local governing 
bodies may propose additional legislation and regulation that may be detrimental to our business or may substantially increase our 

operating costs, including increases in the minimum wage; environmental regulations related to chemical use, climate change, 

equipment efficiency standards, refrigerant production and use and other environmental matters; other consumer protection laws or 
regulations; health care coverage; or “do-not-knock,” “do-not-mail,” “do-not-leave” or other marketing regulations. It is difficult to 
predict the future impact of the broad and expanding legislative and regulatory requirements affecting our businesses and changes to 
such requirements may adversely affect our business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows. In addition, if we were to
fail to comply with any applicable law or regulation, we could be subject to substantial fines or damages, be involved in lawsuits, 
enforcement actions and other claims by third parties or governmental authorities, suffer losses to our reputation, suffer the loss of 
licenses or incur penalties that may affect how our business is operated, which, in turn, could have a material adverse impact on our 

business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

and regulations include laws relating to consumer protection, wage and hour requirements, franchising, the employment of 
immigrants, labor relations, permitting and licensing, building code requirements, workers’ safety, the environment, insurance and 
home warranties, employee benefits, marketing (including, without limitation, telemarketing) and advertising, the application and use 
of pesticides and other chemicals. In particular, we anticipate that various international, federal, state, provincial and local governing 
bodies may propose additional legislation and regulation that may be detrimental to our business or may substantially increase our 
operating costs, including increases in the minimum wage; environmental regulations related to chemical use, climate change, 
equipment efficiency standards, refrigerant production and use and other environmental matters; other consumer protection laws or 
regulations; health care coverage; or “do-not-knock,” “do-not-mail,” “do-not-leave” or other marketing regulations. It is difficult to 
predict the future impact of the broad and expanding legislative and regulatory requirements affecting our businesses and changes to 
such requirements may adversely affect our business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows. In addition, if we were to
fail to comply with any applicable law or regulation, we could be subject to substantial fines or damages, be involved in lawsuits, 
enforcement actions and other claims by third parties or governmental authorities, suffer losses to our reputation, suffer the loss of 
licenses or incur penalties that may affect how our business is operated, which, in turn, could have a material adverse impact on our 
business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

Our franchisees, subcontractors, third-party distributors and vendors could take actions that could harm our business.

Our franchisees, subcontractors, third-party distributors and vendors could take actions that could harm our business.

For the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, $135 million and $132 million, respectively, of our consolidated revenue 

For the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, $135 million and $132 million, respectively, of our consolidated revenue 

was received in the form of franchise revenues. Accordingly, our financial results are dependent in part upon the operational and 
financial success of our franchisees. Our franchisees, subcontractors, third-party distributors and vendors are contractually obligated to 
operate their businesses in accordance with the standards set forth in our agreements with them. Each franchising brand also provides 
training and support to franchisees. However, franchisees, subcontractors, third-party distributors and vendors are independent third 
parties that we do not control, and who own, operate and oversee the daily operations of their businesses. As a result, the ultimate 
success of any franchise operation rests with the franchisee. If franchisees do not successfully operate their businesses in a manner 
consistent with required standards, royalty payments to us will be adversely affected and our brands’ image and reputation could be 
harmed, which in turn could adversely impact our business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows. Similarly, if 
third-party distributors, subcontractors, vendors and franchisees do not successfully operate their businesses in a manner consistent 

with required laws, standards and regulations, we could be subject to claims from regulators or legal claims for the actions or 

omissions of such third-party distributors, subcontractors, vendors and franchisees. In addition, our relationship with our franchisees, 

third-party distributors, subcontractors and vendors could become strained (including resulting in litigation) as we impose new

standards or assert more rigorous enforcement practices of the existing required standards. These strains in our relationships or claims 

could have a material adverse impact on our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

was received in the form of franchise revenues. Accordingly, our financial results are dependent in part upon the operational and 
financial success of our franchisees. Our franchisees, subcontractors, third-party distributors and vendors are contractually obligated to 
operate their businesses in accordance with the standards set forth in our agreements with them. Each franchising brand also provides 
training and support to franchisees. However, franchisees, subcontractors, third-party distributors and vendors are independent third 
parties that we do not control, and who own, operate and oversee the daily operations of their businesses. As a result, the ultimate 
success of any franchise operation rests with the franchisee. If franchisees do not successfully operate their businesses in a manner 
consistent with required standards, royalty payments to us will be adversely affected and our brands’ image and reputation could be 
harmed, which in turn could adversely impact our business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows. Similarly, if 
third-party distributors, subcontractors, vendors and franchisees do not successfully operate their businesses in a manner consistent 
with required laws, standards and regulations, we could be subject to claims from regulators or legal claims for the actions or 
omissions of such third-party distributors, subcontractors, vendors and franchisees. In addition, our relationship with our franchisees, 
third-party distributors, subcontractors and vendors could become strained (including resulting in litigation) as we impose new
standards or assert more rigorous enforcement practices of the existing required standards. These strains in our relationships or claims 
could have a material adverse impact on our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

From time to time, we receive communications from our franchisees regarding complaints, disputes or questions about our 

From time to time, we receive communications from our franchisees regarding complaints, disputes or questions about our 

practices and standards in relation to our franchised operations and certain economic terms of our franchise arrangements. If

franchisees or groups representing franchisees were to bring legal proceedings against us, we would vigorously defend against the
claims in any such proceeding, but our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows could be materially 

adversely impacted and the price of our common stock could decline.

practices and standards in relation to our franchised operations and certain economic terms of our franchise arrangements. If
franchisees or groups representing franchisees were to bring legal proceedings against us, we would vigorously defend against the
claims in any such proceeding, but our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows could be materially 
adversely impacted and the price of our common stock could decline.

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Disruptions or failures in our information technology systems could create liability for us or limit our ability to effectively monitor, 
operate and control our operations and adversely impact our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations and 
cash flows.

Our information technology systems facilitate our ability to monitor, operate and control our operations. Changes or 
modifications to our information technology systems could cause disruption to our operations or cause challenges with respect to our 
compliance with laws, regulations or other applicable standards. As the development and implementation of our information 
technology systems (including our operating systems) evolve, we may elect to modify, replace or abandon certain technology 
initiatives, which could result in write-downs. 

Any disruption in our information technology systems, including capacity limitations, instabilities, or failure to operate as

expected, could, depending on the magnitude of the problem, adversely impact our business, financial position, results of operations 
and cash flows, including by limiting our capacity to monitor, operate and control our operations effectively. Failures of our 
information technology systems could also lead to violations of privacy laws, regulations, trade guidelines or practices related to our 
customers and associates. If our disaster recovery plans do not work as anticipated, or if the third-party vendors to which we have 
outsourced certain information technology, contact center or other services fail to fulfill their obligations to us, our operations may be 
adversely impacted, and any of these circumstances could adversely impact our reputation, business, financial position, results of 
operations and cash flows.

Changes in the services we deliver or the products we use could impact our reputation, business, financial position, results of 
operations and cash flows and our future plans.

Our financial performance is affected by changes in the services and products we offer our customers. There can be no 

assurance that our new strategies or product offerings will succeed in increasing revenue and growing profitability. An unsuccessful 
execution of new strategies, including the rollout or adjustment of our new services or products or sales and marketing plans, could 
cause us to re-evaluate or change our business strategies and could have a material adverse impact on our reputation, business, 
financial position, results of operations and cash flows and our future plans.

If we fail to protect the security of personal information about our customers, associates and third parties, we could be subject to 
interruption of our business operations, private litigation, reputational damage and costly penalties.

We rely on, among other things, commercially available systems, software, tools and monitoring to provide security for 

processing, transmission and storage of confidential information of customers, associates and third parties, such as payment card and 
personal information. The systems currently used for transmission and approval of payment card transactions, and the technology 
utilized in payment cards themselves, all of which can put payment card data at risk, are central to meeting standards set by the 
payment card industry (“PCI”). We continue to evaluate and modify our systems and protocols for PCI compliance purposes, and such 
PCI standards may change from time to time. Activities by third parties, advances in computer and software capabilities and 
encryption technology, new tools and discoveries and other events or developments may facilitate or result in a compromise or breach 
of our systems. Any compromises, breaches or errors in applications related to our systems or failures to comply with standards set by 
the PCI could cause damage to our reputation and interruptions in our operations, including our customers’ ability to pay for our 
services and products by credit card or their willingness to purchase our services and products and could result in a violation of 
applicable laws, regulations, orders, industry standards or agreements and subject us to costs, penalties and liabilities which could 
have a material adverse impact on our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows.

We may not be able to adequately protect our intellectual property and other proprietary rights that are material to our business.

Our ability to compete effectively depends in part on our rights to service marks, trademarks, trade names and other 

intellectual property rights we own or license, particularly our registered brand names, ServiceMaster, Terminix, American Home 
Shield, ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, Furniture Medic and AmeriSpec. We have not sought to register 
or protect every one of our marks either in the United States or in every country in which they are or may be used. Furthermore, 
because of the differences in foreign trademark, patent and other intellectual property or proprietary rights laws, we may not receive 
the same protection in other countries as we would in the United States. If we are unable to protect our proprietary information and 
brand names, we could suffer a material adverse impact on our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations and cash 
flows. Litigation may be necessary to enforce our intellectual property rights and protect our proprietary information, or to defend 
against claims by third parties that our products, services or activities infringe their intellectual property rights.

Future acquisitions or other strategic transactions could negatively impact our reputation, business, financial position, results of 
operations and cash flows.

We may pursue strategic transactions in the future, which could involve acquisitions or dispositions of businesses or assets. 
Any future strategic transaction could involve integration or implementation challenges, business disruption or other risks, or change 
our business profile significantly. Any inability on our part to consolidate and manage growth from acquired businesses or 
successfully implement other strategic transactions could have an adverse impact on our reputation, business, financial position, 
results of operations and cash flows. Any acquisition that we make may not provide us with the benefits that were anticipated when 
entering into such acquisition. The process of integrating an acquired business may create unforeseen difficulties and expenses, 
including the diversion of resources needed to integrate new businesses, technologies, products, personnel or systems; the inability to 
retain associates, customers and suppliers; the assumption of actual or contingent liabilities (including those relating to the 

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environment); failure to effectively and timely adopt and adhere to our internal control processes and other policies; write-offs or 
impairment charges relating to goodwill and other intangible assets; unanticipated liabilities relating to acquired businesses; and 
potential expense associated with litigation with sellers of such businesses. Any future disposition transactions could also impact our 
business and may subject us to various risks, including failure to obtain appropriate value for the disposed businesses, post-closing 

claims being levied against us and disruption to our other businesses during the sale process or thereafter.

environment); failure to effectively and timely adopt and adhere to our internal control processes and other policies; write-offs or 
impairment charges relating to goodwill and other intangible assets; unanticipated liabilities relating to acquired businesses; and 
potential expense associated with litigation with sellers of such businesses. Any future disposition transactions could also impact our 
business and may subject us to various risks, including failure to obtain appropriate value for the disposed businesses, post-closing 
claims being levied against us and disruption to our other businesses during the sale process or thereafter.

We may be required to recognize additional impairment charges. 

We may be required to recognize additional impairment charges. 

In the first quarter of 2014, we incurred impairment charges with respect to fixed assets, and we have also incurred 

impairment charges in the past in connection with our disposition activities. We have significant amounts of goodwill and intangible 
assets, such as trade names. In accordance with applicable accounting standards, goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are not 
amortized and are subject to assessment for impairment by applying a fair-value based test annually, or more frequently if there are 

indicators of impairment, including:

In the first quarter of 2014, we incurred impairment charges with respect to fixed assets, and we have also incurred 
impairment charges in the past in connection with our disposition activities. We have significant amounts of goodwill and intangible 
assets, such as trade names. In accordance with applicable accounting standards, goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are not 
amortized and are subject to assessment for impairment by applying a fair-value based test annually, or more frequently if there are 
indicators of impairment, including:

significant adverse changes in the business climate, including economic or financial conditions; 

significant adverse changes in expected operating results; 

adverse actions or assessments by regulators; 

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unanticipated competition; 

loss of key personnel; and 

disposed of. 

a current expectation that it is more likely than not that a reporting unit or intangible asset will be sold or otherwise 

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significant adverse changes in the business climate, including economic or financial conditions; 
significant adverse changes in expected operating results; 
adverse actions or assessments by regulators; 
unanticipated competition; 
loss of key personnel; and 
a current expectation that it is more likely than not that a reporting unit or intangible asset will be sold or otherwise 
disposed of. 

In February 2014, American Home Shield ceased efforts to deploy a new operating system that had been intended to improve 

In February 2014, American Home Shield ceased efforts to deploy a new operating system that had been intended to improve 

customer relationship management capabilities and enhance its operations. We recorded an impairment charge of $47 million in the 

year ended December 31, 2014 relating to this decision. 

customer relationship management capabilities and enhance its operations. We recorded an impairment charge of $47 million in the 
year ended December 31, 2014 relating to this decision. 

Based upon future economic and financial market conditions, the operating performance of our reporting units and other 

Based upon future economic and financial market conditions, the operating performance of our reporting units and other 

factors, including those listed above, we may incur impairment charges in the future. It is possible that such impairment, if required, 
could be material. Any future impairment charges that we are required to record could have a material adverse impact on our results of 

We are subject to various restrictive covenants that could adversely impact our business, financial position, results of operations 

operations. 

and cash flows.

factors, including those listed above, we may incur impairment charges in the future. It is possible that such impairment, if required, 
could be material. Any future impairment charges that we are required to record could have a material adverse impact on our results of 
operations. 

We are subject to various restrictive covenants that could adversely impact our business, financial position, results of operations 
and cash flows.

From time to time, we enter into noncompetition agreements or other restrictive covenants (e.g., exclusivity, take or pay and 

From time to time, we enter into noncompetition agreements or other restrictive covenants (e.g., exclusivity, take or pay and 

non-solicitation), including in connection with business dispositions or strategic contracts, that restrict us from entering into lines of 
business or operating in certain geographic areas into which we may desire to expand our business. We also are subject to various 
non-solicitation and no-hire covenants that may restrict our ability to solicit potential customers or associates. If we do not comply 
with such restrictive covenants, or if a dispute arises regarding the scope and interpretation thereof, litigation could ensue, which could 
have an adverse impact on our business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows. Further, to the extent that such 
restrictive covenants prevent us from taking advantage of business opportunities, our business, financial position, results of operations 

and cash flows may be adversely impacted.

non-solicitation), including in connection with business dispositions or strategic contracts, that restrict us from entering into lines of 
business or operating in certain geographic areas into which we may desire to expand our business. We also are subject to various 
non-solicitation and no-hire covenants that may restrict our ability to solicit potential customers or associates. If we do not comply 
with such restrictive covenants, or if a dispute arises regarding the scope and interpretation thereof, litigation could ensue, which could 
have an adverse impact on our business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows. Further, to the extent that such 
restrictive covenants prevent us from taking advantage of business opportunities, our business, financial position, results of operations 
and cash flows may be adversely impacted.

Our business process outsourcing initiatives have increased our reliance on third-party vendors and may expose our business to 

harm upon the termination or disruption of our third-party vendor relationships.

Our business process outsourcing initiatives have increased our reliance on third-party vendors and may expose our business to 
harm upon the termination or disruption of our third-party vendor relationships.

Our strategy to increase profitability, in part, by reducing our costs of operations includes the implementation of certain 

Our strategy to increase profitability, in part, by reducing our costs of operations includes the implementation of certain 

business process outsourcing initiatives. Any disruption, termination or substandard performance of these outsourced services, 

including possible breaches by third-party vendors of their agreements with us, could adversely affect our brands, reputation, customer 

relationships, financial position, results of operations and cash flows. Also, to the extent a third-party outsourcing provider

relationship is terminated, there is a risk of disputes or litigation and that we may not be able to enter into a similar agreement with an 
alternate provider in a timely manner or on terms that we consider favorable, and even if we find an alternate provider, or choose to 
insource such services, there are significant risks associated with any transitioning activities. In addition, to the extent we decide to
terminate outsourcing services and insource such services, there is a risk that we may not have the capabilities to perform these 
services internally, resulting in a disruption to our business, which could adversely impact our reputation, business, financial position, 

results of operations and cash flows. We could incur costs, including personnel and equipment costs, to insource previously 

outsourced services like these, and these costs could adversely affect our results of operations and cash flows.

business process outsourcing initiatives. Any disruption, termination or substandard performance of these outsourced services, 
including possible breaches by third-party vendors of their agreements with us, could adversely affect our brands, reputation, customer 
relationships, financial position, results of operations and cash flows. Also, to the extent a third-party outsourcing provider
relationship is terminated, there is a risk of disputes or litigation and that we may not be able to enter into a similar agreement with an 
alternate provider in a timely manner or on terms that we consider favorable, and even if we find an alternate provider, or choose to 
insource such services, there are significant risks associated with any transitioning activities. In addition, to the extent we decide to
terminate outsourcing services and insource such services, there is a risk that we may not have the capabilities to perform these 
services internally, resulting in a disruption to our business, which could adversely impact our reputation, business, financial position, 
results of operations and cash flows. We could incur costs, including personnel and equipment costs, to insource previously 
outsourced services like these, and these costs could adversely affect our results of operations and cash flows.

Our future success depends on our ability to attract, retain and maintain positive relations with trained workers and third-party 

contractors.

Our future success depends on our ability to attract, retain and maintain positive relations with trained workers and third-party 
contractors.

Our future success and financial performance depend substantially on our ability to attract, train and retain workers, attract 

Our future success and financial performance depend substantially on our ability to attract, train and retain workers, attract 

and retain third-party contractors and ensure third-party contractor compliance with our policies and standards. Our ability to conduct 
our operations is in part impacted by our reliance on a network of third-party contractors. When a contractor relationship is terminated, 
there is a risk that we may not be able to enter into a similar agreement with an alternate contractor in a timely manner or on terms that 
we consider favorable. We could incur costs to transition to other contractors, and these costs could adversely affect our results of 

operations and cash flows.

and retain third-party contractors and ensure third-party contractor compliance with our policies and standards. Our ability to conduct 
our operations is in part impacted by our reliance on a network of third-party contractors. When a contractor relationship is terminated, 
there is a risk that we may not be able to enter into a similar agreement with an alternate contractor in a timely manner or on terms that 
we consider favorable. We could incur costs to transition to other contractors, and these costs could adversely affect our results of 
operations and cash flows.

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Our ability to conduct our operations is in part impacted by our ability to increase our labor force, including on a seasonal
basis, which may be adversely impacted by a number of factors. In the event of a labor shortage, we could experience difficulty in 
delivering our services in a high-quality or timely manner and could be forced to increase wages in order to attract and retain 
associates, which would result in higher operating costs and reduced profitability. New decisions and rules by the National Labor 
Relations Board, including “expedited elections” and restrictions on appeals, could lead to increased organizing activities at our 
subsidiaries or franchisees. If these labor organizing activities were successful, it could further increase labor costs, decrease operating 
efficiency and productivity in the future, or otherwise disrupt or negatively impact our operations. In addition, potential competition 
from key associates who leave ServiceMaster could impact our ability to maintain our market segment share in certain geographic 
areas.

Risks Related to Our Substantial Indebtedness

We have substantial indebtedness and may incur substantial additional indebtedness, which could adversely affect our financial 
health and our ability to obtain financing in the future, react to changes in our business and satisfy our obligations.

As of December 31, 2016, we had approximately $2.8 billion of total long-term consolidated indebtedness outstanding. 

As of December 31, 2016, there were $35 million of letters of credit outstanding and $265 million of available borrowing 

capacity under the Revolving Credit Facility. In addition, we are able to incur additional indebtedness in the future, subject to the 
limitations contained in the agreements governing our indebtedness. Our substantial indebtedness could have important consequences 
to you. Because of our substantial indebtedness:

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our ability to engage in acquisitions without raising additional equity or obtaining additional debt financing is limited;
our ability to obtain additional financing for working capital, capital expenditures, acquisitions, debt service 
requirements or general corporate purposes and our ability to satisfy our obligations with respect to our indebtedness 
may be impaired in the future;
a large portion of our cash flow from operations must be dedicated to the payment of principal and interest on our 
indebtedness, thereby reducing the funds available to us for other purposes; 

• we are exposed to the risk of increased interest rates because a portion of our borrowings are or will be at variable rates 

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of interest;
it may be more difficult for us to satisfy our obligations to our creditors, resulting in possible defaults on, and 
acceleration of, such indebtedness;

• we may be more vulnerable to general adverse economic and industry conditions;
• we may be at a competitive disadvantage compared to our competitors with proportionately less indebtedness or with 

comparable indebtedness on more favorable terms and, as a result, they may be better positioned to withstand economic 
downturns;
our ability to refinance indebtedness may be limited or the associated costs may increase;
our flexibility to adjust to changing market conditions and ability to withstand competitive pressures could be limited; 
and

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• we may be prevented from carrying out capital spending and restructurings that are necessary or important to our growth 

strategy and efforts to improve operating margins of our businesses.

Increases in interest rates would increase the cost of servicing our indebtedness and could reduce our profitability.

A significant portion of our outstanding indebtedness, including indebtedness incurred under the Credit Facilities, bears 

interest at variable rates. As a result, increases in interest rates would increase the cost of servicing our indebtedness and could 
materially reduce our profitability and cash flows. As of December 31, 2016, each one percentage point change in interest rates would 
result in an approximately $10 million change in the annual interest expense on the Term Loan Facility after considering the impact of 
the effective interest rate swaps. Assuming all revolving loans were fully drawn as of December 31, 2016, each one percentage point
change in interest rates would result in an approximately $3 million change in annual interest expense on the Revolving Credit 
Facility. The impact of increases in interest rates could be more significant for us than it would be for some other companies because 
of our substantial indebtedness.

A lowering or withdrawal of the ratings, outlook or watch assigned to our debt securities by rating agencies may increase our
future borrowing costs and reduce our access to capital.

Our indebtedness currently has a non-investment grade rating, and any rating, outlook or watch assigned could be lowered or 

withdrawn entirely by a rating agency if, in that rating agency’s judgment, current or future circumstances relating to the basis of the 
rating, outlook or watch, such as adverse changes to our business, so warrant. Any future lowering of our ratings, outlook or watch 
likely would make it more difficult or more expensive for us to obtain additional debt financing.

The agreements and instruments governing our indebtedness contain restrictions and limitations that could significantly impact 
our ability to operate our business.

The Credit Facilities contain covenants that, among other things, restrict our ability to:

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investments and, in the case of the Revolving Credit Facility, make acquisitions; 

prepay, repurchase or amend the terms of certain outstanding indebtedness; 

enter into certain types of transactions with affiliates; 

transfer or sell assets; 

create liens; 

• merge, consolidate or sell all or substantially all of our assets; and 

enter into agreements restricting dividends or other distributions by our subsidiaries. 

receive dividends from certain of our subsidiaries, redeem stock or make other restricted payments, including 

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receive dividends from certain of our subsidiaries, redeem stock or make other restricted payments, including 
investments and, in the case of the Revolving Credit Facility, make acquisitions; 
prepay, repurchase or amend the terms of certain outstanding indebtedness; 
enter into certain types of transactions with affiliates; 
transfer or sell assets; 
create liens; 

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enter into agreements restricting dividends or other distributions by our subsidiaries. 

The restrictions in the agreements governing the Credit Facilities and the instruments governing our other indebtedness may 
prevent us from taking actions that we believe would be in the best interest of our business and may make it difficult for us to execute 
our business strategy successfully or effectively compete with companies that are not similarly restricted. We may also incur future 
debt obligations that might subject us to additional restrictive covenants that could affect our financial and operational flexibility. We 

may be unable to refinance our indebtedness, at maturity or otherwise, on terms acceptable to us, or at all.

The restrictions in the agreements governing the Credit Facilities and the instruments governing our other indebtedness may 
prevent us from taking actions that we believe would be in the best interest of our business and may make it difficult for us to execute 
our business strategy successfully or effectively compete with companies that are not similarly restricted. We may also incur future 
debt obligations that might subject us to additional restrictive covenants that could affect our financial and operational flexibility. We 
may be unable to refinance our indebtedness, at maturity or otherwise, on terms acceptable to us, or at all.

Our ability to comply with the covenants and restrictions contained in the agreements governing the Credit Facilities and the 

Our ability to comply with the covenants and restrictions contained in the agreements governing the Credit Facilities and the 

instruments governing our other indebtedness may be affected by economic, financial and industry conditions beyond our control
including credit or capital market disruptions. The breach of any of these covenants or restrictions could result in a default that would 
permit the applicable lenders to declare all amounts outstanding thereunder to be due and payable, together with accrued and unpaid 
interest. If we are unable to repay indebtedness, lenders having secured obligations, such as the lenders under the Credit Facilities, 

could proceed against the collateral securing the indebtedness. In any such case, we may be unable to borrow under the Credit

Facilities and may not be able to repay the amounts due under such facilities or our other outstanding indebtedness. This could have 

serious consequences to our financial position and results of operations and could cause us to become bankrupt or insolvent.

instruments governing our other indebtedness may be affected by economic, financial and industry conditions beyond our control
including credit or capital market disruptions. The breach of any of these covenants or restrictions could result in a default that would 
permit the applicable lenders to declare all amounts outstanding thereunder to be due and payable, together with accrued and unpaid 
interest. If we are unable to repay indebtedness, lenders having secured obligations, such as the lenders under the Credit Facilities, 
could proceed against the collateral securing the indebtedness. In any such case, we may be unable to borrow under the Credit
Facilities and may not be able to repay the amounts due under such facilities or our other outstanding indebtedness. This could have 
serious consequences to our financial position and results of operations and could cause us to become bankrupt or insolvent.

Our ability to generate the significant amount of cash needed to pay interest and principal on our indebtedness and our ability to 

refinance all or a portion of our indebtedness or obtain additional financing depends on many factors beyond our control.

Our ability to generate the significant amount of cash needed to pay interest and principal on our indebtedness and our ability to 
refinance all or a portion of our indebtedness or obtain additional financing depends on many factors beyond our control.

We are a holding company, and as such we have no independent operations or material assets other than ownership of equity 

We are a holding company, and as such we have no independent operations or material assets other than ownership of equity 

interests in our subsidiaries. We depend on our subsidiaries to distribute funds to us so that we may pay obligations and expenses, 

including satisfying obligations with respect to indebtedness. Our ability to make scheduled payments on, or to refinance our 

obligations under, our indebtedness depends on the financial and operating performance of our subsidiaries and their ability to make 
distributions and dividends to us, which, in turn, depends on their results of operations, cash flows, cash requirements, financial 
position and general business conditions and any legal and regulatory restrictions on the payment of dividends to which they may be 

subject, many of which may be beyond our control.

interests in our subsidiaries. We depend on our subsidiaries to distribute funds to us so that we may pay obligations and expenses, 
including satisfying obligations with respect to indebtedness. Our ability to make scheduled payments on, or to refinance our 
obligations under, our indebtedness depends on the financial and operating performance of our subsidiaries and their ability to make 
distributions and dividends to us, which, in turn, depends on their results of operations, cash flows, cash requirements, financial 
position and general business conditions and any legal and regulatory restrictions on the payment of dividends to which they may be 
subject, many of which may be beyond our control.

There are third-party restrictions on the ability of certain of our subsidiaries to transfer funds to us. If we cannot receive 

There are third-party restrictions on the ability of certain of our subsidiaries to transfer funds to us. If we cannot receive 

sufficient distributions from our subsidiaries, we may not be able to meet our obligations to fund general corporate expenses or service 
our debt obligations. These restrictions are related to regulatory requirements at American Home Shield and to a subsidiary borrowing 
arrangement at ServiceMaster Acceptance Company Limited Partnership (“SMAC”). The payment of ordinary and extraordinary 
dividends by our home warranty and similar subsidiaries (through which we conduct our American Home Shield business) are subject 
to significant regulatory restrictions under the laws and regulations of the states in which they operate. Among other things, such laws 
and regulations require certain such subsidiaries to maintain minimum capital and net worth requirements and may limit the amount of 
ordinary and extraordinary dividends and other payments that these subsidiaries can pay to us. As of December 31, 2016, the total net 
assets subject to these third-party restrictions was $173 million. Such limitations are expected to be in effect for the foreseeable future.

sufficient distributions from our subsidiaries, we may not be able to meet our obligations to fund general corporate expenses or service 
our debt obligations. These restrictions are related to regulatory requirements at American Home Shield and to a subsidiary borrowing 
arrangement at ServiceMaster Acceptance Company Limited Partnership (“SMAC”). The payment of ordinary and extraordinary 
dividends by our home warranty and similar subsidiaries (through which we conduct our American Home Shield business) are subject 
to significant regulatory restrictions under the laws and regulations of the states in which they operate. Among other things, such laws 
and regulations require certain such subsidiaries to maintain minimum capital and net worth requirements and may limit the amount of 
ordinary and extraordinary dividends and other payments that these subsidiaries can pay to us. As of December 31, 2016, the total net 
assets subject to these third-party restrictions was $173 million. Such limitations are expected to be in effect for the foreseeable future.

We may be unable to maintain a level of cash flows from operating activities sufficient to permit us to pay the principal and 

We may be unable to maintain a level of cash flows from operating activities sufficient to permit us to pay the principal and 

interest on our indebtedness. If our cash flow and capital resources are insufficient to fund our debt service obligations, we may be 
forced to reduce or delay capital expenditures, sell assets, seek to obtain additional equity capital or restructure our indebtedness. In 
the future, our cash flow and capital resources may not be sufficient for payments of interest on and principal of our indebtedness, and 

such alternative measures may not be successful and may not permit us to meet our scheduled debt service obligations.

interest on our indebtedness. If our cash flow and capital resources are insufficient to fund our debt service obligations, we may be 
forced to reduce or delay capital expenditures, sell assets, seek to obtain additional equity capital or restructure our indebtedness. In 
the future, our cash flow and capital resources may not be sufficient for payments of interest on and principal of our indebtedness, and 
such alternative measures may not be successful and may not permit us to meet our scheduled debt service obligations.

The $1,628 million of outstanding borrowings under the Term Loan Facility as of December 31, 2016, after including the 

The $1,628 million of outstanding borrowings under the Term Loan Facility as of December 31, 2016, after including the 

unamortized original issue discount paid and unamortized debt issuance costs, have a maturity date of November 8, 2023. The 

Revolving Credit Facility is scheduled to mature on November 8, 2021. We may be unable to refinance any of our indebtedness or
obtain additional financing, particularly because of our high levels of indebtedness. Market disruptions, such as those experienced in 
2008 and 2009, as well as our significant indebtedness levels, may increase our cost of borrowing or adversely affect our ability to 
refinance our obligations as they become due. If we are unable to refinance our indebtedness or access additional credit, or if short-
term or long-term borrowing costs dramatically increase, our ability to finance current operations and meet our short term and long 

term obligations could be adversely affected.

unamortized original issue discount paid and unamortized debt issuance costs, have a maturity date of November 8, 2023. The 
Revolving Credit Facility is scheduled to mature on November 8, 2021. We may be unable to refinance any of our indebtedness or
obtain additional financing, particularly because of our high levels of indebtedness. Market disruptions, such as those experienced in 
2008 and 2009, as well as our significant indebtedness levels, may increase our cost of borrowing or adversely affect our ability to 
refinance our obligations as they become due. If we are unable to refinance our indebtedness or access additional credit, or if short-
term or long-term borrowing costs dramatically increase, our ability to finance current operations and meet our short term and long 
term obligations could be adversely affected.

If we cannot make scheduled payments on our indebtedness, we will be in default, the lenders under the Credit Facilities 

If we cannot make scheduled payments on our indebtedness, we will be in default, the lenders under the Credit Facilities 

could terminate their commitments to loan money, the secured lenders could foreclose against the assets securing their borrowings and 

we could be forced into bankruptcy or liquidation.

could terminate their commitments to loan money, the secured lenders could foreclose against the assets securing their borrowings and 
we could be forced into bankruptcy or liquidation.

Despite our indebtedness levels, we and our subsidiaries may be able to incur substantially more indebtedness. This could further 

exacerbate the risks associated with our substantial indebtedness.

Despite our indebtedness levels, we and our subsidiaries may be able to incur substantially more indebtedness. This could further 
exacerbate the risks associated with our substantial indebtedness.

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We and our subsidiaries may be able to incur substantial additional indebtedness in the future. The terms of the instruments 
governing our indebtedness do not prohibit us or fully prohibit our subsidiaries from doing so. The Credit Facilities permit additional 
borrowings beyond the committed amounts under certain circumstances. If new indebtedness is added to our current indebtedness 
levels, the related risks we face would increase, and we may not be able to meet all of our debt obligations.

Risks Related to Our Common Stock

ServiceMaster is a holding company with no operations of its own, and it depends on its subsidiaries for cash to fund all of its 
operations and expenses, including to make future dividend payments, if any.

ServiceMaster’s operations are conducted entirely through our subsidiaries, and our ability to generate cash to fund our 

operations and expenses, to pay dividends or to meet debt service obligations is highly dependent on the earnings and the receipt of 
funds from our subsidiaries through dividends or intercompany loans. Deterioration in the financial condition, earnings or cash flow of 
our subsidiaries for any reason could limit or impair their ability to pay such distributions. Additionally, to the extent that 
ServiceMaster needs funds, and its subsidiaries are restricted from making such distributions under applicable law or regulation or 
under the terms of our financing arrangements, or are otherwise unable to provide such funds, it could materially adversely affect our 
business, financial condition, results of operations or prospects.

We do not currently expect to declare or pay dividends on our common stock for the foreseeable future. Payments of 
dividends, if any, will be at the sole discretion of our board of directors after taking into account various factors, including general and 
economic conditions, our financial condition and operating results, our available cash and current and anticipated cash needs, capital 
requirements, contractual, legal, tax and regulatory restrictions and implications of the payment of dividends by us to our stockholders 
or by our subsidiaries to us, and such other factors as our board of directors may deem relevant. In addition, Delaware law may impose 
requirements that may restrict our ability to pay dividends to holders of our common stock. To the extent that we determine in the 
future to pay dividends on our common stock, none of our subsidiaries will be obligated to make funds available to us for the payment 
of dividends.

The market price of our common stock may be volatile and could decline.

The market price of our common stock may fluctuate significantly. Among the factors that could affect our stock price are: 

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industry or general market conditions;
domestic and international economic factors unrelated to our performance;
lawsuits, enforcement actions and other claims by third parties or governmental authorities;
changes in our customers’ preferences;
new regulatory pronouncements and changes in regulatory guidelines;
actual or anticipated fluctuations in our quarterly operating results;
changes in securities analysts’ estimates of our financial performance or lack of research coverage and reports by 
industry analysts;
action by institutional stockholders or other large stockholders;
failure to meet any guidance given by us or any change in any guidance given by us, or changes by us in our guidance 
practices;
announcements by us of significant impairment charges;  
speculation in the press or investment community; 
investor perception of us and our industry; 
changes in market valuations or earnings of similar companies;
announcements by us or our competitors of significant contracts, acquisitions, dispositions or strategic partnerships; 

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any future sales of our common stock or other securities; and 
additions or departures of key personnel. 

The stock markets have experienced extreme volatility in recent years that has been unrelated to the operating performance of 

particular companies. These broad market fluctuations may adversely affect the market price of our common stock. In the past,
following periods of volatility in the market price of a company’s securities, class action litigation has often been instituted against the 
affected company. Any litigation of this type brought against us could result in substantial costs and a diversion of our management’s 
attention and resources, which would harm our business, operating results and financial condition.

Future sales of shares by existing stockholders could cause our stock price to decline. 

Sales of substantial amounts of our common stock in the public market, or the perception that these sales could occur, could 

cause the market price of our common stock to decline. These sales, or the possibility that these sales may occur, also might make it
more difficult for us to sell equity securities in the future at a time and at a price that we deem appropriate.  

In July 2014, we filed a registration statement on Form S-8 under the Securities Act to register the shares of common stock to 
be issued under our equity compensation plans and, as a result, all shares of common stock acquired upon exercise of (i) stock options 
granted under these plans and (ii) other equity based awards granted under the ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. 2014 Omnibus 

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Incentive Plan (“Omnibus Incentive Plan”), including approximately 2.5 million shares of our common stock that have been sold in 
the public market through the exercise of stock options as of December 31, 2016, are freely tradable under the Securities Act, unless 
purchased by our affiliates. As of December 31, 2016, there were stock options outstanding to purchase a total of 3,155,344 shares of
our common stock, there were 439,134 shares of our common stock subject to restricted stock units and there were 109,881 shares of 
our common stock subject to performance share units. In addition, 6,811,337 shares of our common stock are reserved for future 

issuances under our Omnibus Incentive Plan.

Incentive Plan (“Omnibus Incentive Plan”), including approximately 2.5 million shares of our common stock that have been sold in 
the public market through the exercise of stock options as of December 31, 2016, are freely tradable under the Securities Act, unless 
purchased by our affiliates. As of December 31, 2016, there were stock options outstanding to purchase a total of 3,155,344 shares of
our common stock, there were 439,134 shares of our common stock subject to restricted stock units and there were 109,881 shares of 
our common stock subject to performance share units. In addition, 6,811,337 shares of our common stock are reserved for future 
issuances under our Omnibus Incentive Plan.

On February 24, 2015, our board of directors approved and recommended for approval by our stockholders the 

On February 24, 2015, our board of directors approved and recommended for approval by our stockholders the 

ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (“Employee Stock Purchase Plan”), which became effective for 
offering periods commencing July 1, 2015. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is intended to qualify for the favorable tax treatment 
under Section 423 of the Code. Under the plan, eligible employees of the Company may purchase common stock, subject to IRS 
limits, during pre-specified offering periods at a discount established by the Company not to exceed ten percent of the then current fair 
market value. On April 27, 2015, our stockholders approved the Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a maximum of one million 
shares of common stock authorized for sale under the plan. On November 3, 2015, we filed a registration statement on Form S-8 under 
the Securities Act to register the 1,000,000 shares of common stock that may be issued under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan and, 
as a result, all shares of common stock acquired under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan will be freely tradable under the Securities 

Act, unless purchased by our affiliates. As of December 31, 2016, 895,635 shares of our common stock are reserved for future 

issuances under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (“Employee Stock Purchase Plan”), which became effective for 
offering periods commencing July 1, 2015. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is intended to qualify for the favorable tax treatment 
under Section 423 of the Code. Under the plan, eligible employees of the Company may purchase common stock, subject to IRS 
limits, during pre-specified offering periods at a discount established by the Company not to exceed ten percent of the then current fair 
market value. On April 27, 2015, our stockholders approved the Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a maximum of one million 
shares of common stock authorized for sale under the plan. On November 3, 2015, we filed a registration statement on Form S-8 under 
the Securities Act to register the 1,000,000 shares of common stock that may be issued under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan and, 
as a result, all shares of common stock acquired under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan will be freely tradable under the Securities 
Act, unless purchased by our affiliates. As of December 31, 2016, 895,635 shares of our common stock are reserved for future 
issuances under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

In the future, we may issue additional shares of common stock or other equity or debt securities convertible into or 

In the future, we may issue additional shares of common stock or other equity or debt securities convertible into or 

exercisable or exchangeable for shares of our common stock in connection with a financing, acquisition, litigation settlement or 
employee arrangement or otherwise. Any of these issuances could result in substantial dilution to our existing stockholders and could 

cause the trading price of our common stock to decline.

exercisable or exchangeable for shares of our common stock in connection with a financing, acquisition, litigation settlement or 
employee arrangement or otherwise. Any of these issuances could result in substantial dilution to our existing stockholders and could 
cause the trading price of our common stock to decline.

If securities or industry analysts do not publish research or publish misleading or unfavorable research about our business, our 

stock price and trading volume could decline. 

If securities or industry analysts do not publish research or publish misleading or unfavorable research about our business, our 
stock price and trading volume could decline. 

The trading market for our common stock depends in part on the research and reports that securities or industry analysts 
publish about us or our business. If one or more of the analysts that covers our common stock downgrades our stock or publishes 
misleading or unfavorable research about our business, our stock price would likely decline. If one or more of the analysts ceases 
coverage of our common stock or fails to publish reports on us regularly, demand for our common stock could decrease, which could 

cause our common stock price or trading volume to decline.

The trading market for our common stock depends in part on the research and reports that securities or industry analysts 
publish about us or our business. If one or more of the analysts that covers our common stock downgrades our stock or publishes 
misleading or unfavorable research about our business, our stock price would likely decline. If one or more of the analysts ceases 
coverage of our common stock or fails to publish reports on us regularly, demand for our common stock could decrease, which could 
cause our common stock price or trading volume to decline.

Future offerings of debt or equity securities which would rank senior to our common stock may adversely affect the market price 

of our common stock. 

Future offerings of debt or equity securities which would rank senior to our common stock may adversely affect the market price 
of our common stock. 

If, in the future, we decide to issue debt or equity securities that rank senior to our common stock, it is likely that such 
securities will be governed by an indenture or other instrument containing covenants restricting our operating flexibility. Additionally, 
any convertible or exchangeable securities that we issue in the future may have rights, preferences and privileges more favorable than 
those of our common stock and may result in dilution to owners of our common stock. We and, indirectly, our stockholders, will bear 
the cost of issuing and servicing such securities. Because our decision to issue debt or equity securities in any future offering will 
depend on market conditions and other factors beyond our control, we cannot predict or estimate the amount, timing or nature of our 

future offerings. Thus, holders of our common stock will bear the risk of our future offerings reducing the market price of our 

common stock and diluting the value of their stock holdings in us. 

If, in the future, we decide to issue debt or equity securities that rank senior to our common stock, it is likely that such 
securities will be governed by an indenture or other instrument containing covenants restricting our operating flexibility. Additionally, 
any convertible or exchangeable securities that we issue in the future may have rights, preferences and privileges more favorable than 
those of our common stock and may result in dilution to owners of our common stock. We and, indirectly, our stockholders, will bear 
the cost of issuing and servicing such securities. Because our decision to issue debt or equity securities in any future offering will 
depend on market conditions and other factors beyond our control, we cannot predict or estimate the amount, timing or nature of our 
future offerings. Thus, holders of our common stock will bear the risk of our future offerings reducing the market price of our 
common stock and diluting the value of their stock holdings in us. 

Anti-takeover provisions in our amended and restated certificate of incorporation and amended and restated by-laws could 

discourage, delay or prevent a change of control of our company and may affect the trading price of our common stock. 

Anti-takeover provisions in our amended and restated certificate of incorporation and amended and restated by-laws could 
discourage, delay or prevent a change of control of our company and may affect the trading price of our common stock. 

Our amended and restated certificate of incorporation and amended and restated by-laws include a number of provisions that 

Our amended and restated certificate of incorporation and amended and restated by-laws include a number of provisions that 

may discourage, delay or prevent a change in our management or control over us that stockholders may consider favorable. For 

example, our amended and restated certificate of incorporation and amended and restated by-laws collectively:

may discourage, delay or prevent a change in our management or control over us that stockholders may consider favorable. For 
example, our amended and restated certificate of incorporation and amended and restated by-laws collectively:

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authorize the issuance of “blank check” preferred stock that could be issued by our board of directors to thwart a 

takeover attempt; 

provide for a classified board of directors, which divides our board of directors into three classes, with members of each 
class serving staggered three-year terms, which prevents stockholders from electing an entirely new board of directors at 

an annual meeting; 

limit the ability of stockholders to remove directors; 

provide that vacancies on our board of directors, including vacancies resulting from an enlargement of our board of 

directors, may be filled only by a majority vote of directors then in office; 

prohibit stockholders from calling special meetings of stockholders; 

prohibit stockholder action by written consent, thereby requiring all actions to be taken at a meeting of the stockholders; 
establish advance notice requirements for nominations of candidates for election as directors or to bring other business 

before an annual meeting of our stockholders; and 

require the approval of holders of at least 662/3% of the outstanding shares of our common stock to amend our amended 

and restated by-laws and certain provisions of our amended and restated certificate of incorporation. 

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authorize the issuance of “blank check” preferred stock that could be issued by our board of directors to thwart a 
takeover attempt; 
provide for a classified board of directors, which divides our board of directors into three classes, with members of each 
class serving staggered three-year terms, which prevents stockholders from electing an entirely new board of directors at 
an annual meeting; 
limit the ability of stockholders to remove directors; 
provide that vacancies on our board of directors, including vacancies resulting from an enlargement of our board of 
directors, may be filled only by a majority vote of directors then in office; 
prohibit stockholders from calling special meetings of stockholders; 
prohibit stockholder action by written consent, thereby requiring all actions to be taken at a meeting of the stockholders; 
establish advance notice requirements for nominations of candidates for election as directors or to bring other business 
before an annual meeting of our stockholders; and 
require the approval of holders of at least 662/3% of the outstanding shares of our common stock to amend our amended 
and restated by-laws and certain provisions of our amended and restated certificate of incorporation. 

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These provisions may prevent our stockholders from receiving the benefit from any premium to the market price of our 

common stock offered by a bidder in a takeover context. Even in the absence of a takeover attempt, the existence of these provisions 
may adversely affect the prevailing market price of our common stock if the provisions are viewed as discouraging takeover attempts 
in the future.

Our amended and restated certificate of incorporation and amended and restated by laws may also make it difficult for 

stockholders to replace or remove our management. These provisions may facilitate management entrenchment that may delay, deter, 
render more difficult or prevent a change in our control, which may not be in the best interests of our stockholders.

We do not intend to pay dividends on our common stock and, consequently, your ability to achieve a return on your investment will 
depend on appreciation in the price of our common stock. 

We do not intend to declare and pay dividends on our common stock for the foreseeable future. We currently intend to use 
our future earnings, if any, to repay debt, to repurchase shares of our common stock, to fund our growth, to develop our business and
for working capital needs and general corporate purposes. Therefore, you are not likely to receive any dividends on your common 
stock for the foreseeable future, and the success of an investment in shares of our common stock will depend upon any future
appreciation in their value. There is no guarantee that shares of our common stock will appreciate in value or even maintain the price 
at which our stockholders have purchased their shares. In addition, ServiceMaster’s operations are conducted almost entirely through 
our subsidiaries. As such, to the extent that we determine in the future to pay dividends on our common stock, none of our subsidiaries 
will be obligated to make funds available to ServiceMaster for the payment of dividends. Further, the agreements governing the Credit 
Facilities may restrict the ability of our subsidiaries to pay dividends, make loans or otherwise transfer assets to us. In addition, the 
payment of ordinary and extraordinary dividends by our subsidiaries that are regulated as insurance, home service, or similar 
companies is subject to applicable state law limitations.

Our amended and restated certificate of incorporation designates the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware as the exclusive 
forum for certain litigation that may be initiated by our stockholders, which could limit our stockholders’ ability to obtain a 
favorable judicial forum for disputes with us. 

Our amended and restated certificate of incorporation provides that the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware is the sole 

and exclusive forum for (i) any derivative action or proceeding brought on our behalf, (ii) any action asserting a claim of breach of a 
fiduciary duty owed to us or our stockholders by any of our directors, officers, employees or agents, (iii) any action asserting a claim 
against us arising under the General Corporation Law of the State of Delaware or (iv) any action asserting a claim against us that is 
governed by the internal affairs doctrine. By becoming a stockholder in our company, you will be deemed to have notice of and have 
consented to the provisions of our amended and restated certificate of incorporation related to choice of forum. The choice of forum 
provision in our amended and restated certificate of incorporation may limit our stockholders’ ability to obtain a favorable judicial 
forum for disputes with us.

ITEM 1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS 

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ITEM 2. PROPERTIES 

ITEM 2. PROPERTIES 

Our corporate headquarters and the headquarters for Terminix are located in leased premises at 860 Ridge Lake Boulevard, 

Our corporate headquarters and the headquarters for Terminix are located in leased premises at 860 Ridge Lake Boulevard, 

Memphis, Tennessee. The headquarters for American Home Shield and the Franchise Services Group are located in leased premises at 
889 Ridge Lake Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee. In 2016, we entered into an office lease agreement with Peabody Place Centre GP 
that will result in the relocation of our corporate headquarters to 150 Peabody Place, Memphis, Tennessee at the end of 2017. In 
addition, we lease space for call centers located at 6399 Shelby View Drive, Memphis, Tennessee and 7620 Appling Center Drive, 
Memphis, Tennessee, offices located at 855 Ridge Lake Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee, and a training facility located at 1650 

Shelby Oaks Drive North, Memphis, Tennessee, and own offices at 3839 Forest Hill Irene Road, Memphis, Tennessee.

Memphis, Tennessee. The headquarters for American Home Shield and the Franchise Services Group are located in leased premises at 
889 Ridge Lake Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee. In 2016, we entered into an office lease agreement with Peabody Place Centre GP 
that will result in the relocation of our corporate headquarters to 150 Peabody Place, Memphis, Tennessee at the end of 2017. In 
addition, we lease space for call centers located at 6399 Shelby View Drive, Memphis, Tennessee and 7620 Appling Center Drive, 
Memphis, Tennessee, offices located at 855 Ridge Lake Boulevard, Memphis, Tennessee, and a training facility located at 1650 
Shelby Oaks Drive North, Memphis, Tennessee, and own offices at 3839 Forest Hill Irene Road, Memphis, Tennessee.

We and our operating companies own and lease a variety of facilities, principally in the United States, for branch and service

We and our operating companies own and lease a variety of facilities, principally in the United States, for branch and service

center operations and for office, storage, call center and data processing space. Our branches are strategically located to optimize route 
efficiency, market coverage and branch overhead. The following table identifies the number of owned and leased facilities, other than 
the headquarters properties listed above, used by each of our reportable segments as of December 31, 2016. We believe that these 
facilities, when considered with the corporate headquarters, call center facilities, offices and training facilities described above, are 

suitable and adequate to support the current needs of its business. 

center operations and for office, storage, call center and data processing space. Our branches are strategically located to optimize route 
efficiency, market coverage and branch overhead. The following table identifies the number of owned and leased facilities, other than 
the headquarters properties listed above, used by each of our reportable segments as of December 31, 2016. We believe that these 
facilities, when considered with the corporate headquarters, call center facilities, offices and training facilities described above, are 
suitable and adequate to support the current needs of its business. 

Reportable Segment

Terminix

American Home Shield

Franchise Services Group

ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

Owned

Facilities 

Leased
Facilities 

18

1

—

328
6
5

Reportable Segment
Terminix
American Home Shield
Franchise Services Group

ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

Owned
Facilities 

Leased
Facilities 

18
1
—

328
6
5

On July 21, 2016, TMX USVI and TMX LP, each an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, entered into the 
Superseding Plea Agreement in connection with the investigation initiated by the DOJ into allegations that a local Terminix branch 
used methyl bromide as a fumigant at a resort in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands. The Superseding Plea Agreement was intended to 

resolve four misdemeanor charges of violations of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act related to improper 

applications of methyl bromide. Those charges were set forth in an Information, dated March 29, 2016, in the matter styled United 
States of America v. The Terminix International Company Limited Partnership and Terminix International USVI, LLC. At a hearing 
held on August 25, 2016, the District Court rejected the Superseding Plea Agreement.  On August 31, 2016, the DOJ requested that 
the charges be dismissed, reserving its right to re-file the charges, in light of ongoing discussions to resolve the matter. The District 

Court granted that request, and the March 29, 2016 Information was dismissed.  

On July 21, 2016, TMX USVI and TMX LP, each an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, entered into the 
Superseding Plea Agreement in connection with the investigation initiated by the DOJ into allegations that a local Terminix branch 
used methyl bromide as a fumigant at a resort in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands. The Superseding Plea Agreement was intended to 
resolve four misdemeanor charges of violations of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act related to improper 
applications of methyl bromide. Those charges were set forth in an Information, dated March 29, 2016, in the matter styled United 
States of America v. The Terminix International Company Limited Partnership and Terminix International USVI, LLC. At a hearing 
held on August 25, 2016, the District Court rejected the Superseding Plea Agreement.  On August 31, 2016, the DOJ requested that 
the charges be dismissed, reserving its right to re-file the charges, in light of ongoing discussions to resolve the matter. The District 
Court granted that request, and the March 29, 2016 Information was dismissed.  

On January 20, 2017, TMX USVI and TMX LP entered into the New Plea Agreement with the DOJ, which has been filed 
with the District Court, and replaces the Superseding Plea Agreement. Under the New Plea Agreement, TMX USVI and TMX LP 
have agreed to plead guilty to four misdemeanor charges of violations of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act 
related to improper applications of methyl bromide, as set forth in a new Information filed on January 20, 2017 with the District Court 
that is substantially similar to the March 29, 2016 Information. Under the terms of the New Plea Agreement, the parties agree and 
jointly recommend to the District Court that (i) TMX USVI and TMX LP each pay a fine of $4 million (total of $8 million); (ii) TMX 
USVI pay $1 million to the EPA for costs incurred by the EPA for the response and clean-up of the affected units at the resort in St. 
John; (iii) TMX USVI make a community service payment of $1 million to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation for the purpose 
of engaging a third party to provide training to pesticide applicators in the U.S. Virgin Islands; and (iv) both TMX USVI and TMX 
LP serve a three-year probation period, subject to the special conditions of probation under the New Plea Agreement. The total 
financial terms of the recommended sentence under the New Plea Agreement are equivalent in total amount to the financial terms
under the Superseding Plea Agreement. Unlike the Superseding Plea Agreement, however, the New Plea Agreement is non-binding 
on the District Court. It is possible that the District Court could use its discretion to impose fines or other terms different than those in 
the New Plea Agreement. If approved by the District Court, and upon compliance with the terms and conditions of the New Plea 
Agreement, the New Plea Agreement will resolve the federal criminal consequences associated with the DOJ investigation. The New 
Plea Agreement does not bind any other federal, state or local authority; however, the EPA has indicated that it does not intend to 

initiate any administrative enforcement action or refer the matter to the DOJ for any civil enforcement action if the New Plea

Agreement is approved by the District Court.

On January 20, 2017, TMX USVI and TMX LP entered into the New Plea Agreement with the DOJ, which has been filed 
with the District Court, and replaces the Superseding Plea Agreement. Under the New Plea Agreement, TMX USVI and TMX LP 
have agreed to plead guilty to four misdemeanor charges of violations of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act 
related to improper applications of methyl bromide, as set forth in a new Information filed on January 20, 2017 with the District Court 
that is substantially similar to the March 29, 2016 Information. Under the terms of the New Plea Agreement, the parties agree and 
jointly recommend to the District Court that (i) TMX USVI and TMX LP each pay a fine of $4 million (total of $8 million); (ii) TMX 
USVI pay $1 million to the EPA for costs incurred by the EPA for the response and clean-up of the affected units at the resort in St. 
John; (iii) TMX USVI make a community service payment of $1 million to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation for the purpose 
of engaging a third party to provide training to pesticide applicators in the U.S. Virgin Islands; and (iv) both TMX USVI and TMX 
LP serve a three-year probation period, subject to the special conditions of probation under the New Plea Agreement. The total 
financial terms of the recommended sentence under the New Plea Agreement are equivalent in total amount to the financial terms
under the Superseding Plea Agreement. Unlike the Superseding Plea Agreement, however, the New Plea Agreement is non-binding 
on the District Court. It is possible that the District Court could use its discretion to impose fines or other terms different than those in 
the New Plea Agreement. If approved by the District Court, and upon compliance with the terms and conditions of the New Plea 
Agreement, the New Plea Agreement will resolve the federal criminal consequences associated with the DOJ investigation. The New 
Plea Agreement does not bind any other federal, state or local authority; however, the EPA has indicated that it does not intend to 
initiate any administrative enforcement action or refer the matter to the DOJ for any civil enforcement action if the New Plea
Agreement is approved by the District Court.

We have recorded within Fumigation related matters in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income 

We have recorded within Fumigation related matters in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income 

charges of $2 million and $8 million in the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively, in connection with the 

aforementioned criminal matter. The New Plea Agreement and the payments contemplated thereunder would not resolve any civil or 
administrative claims for damages or other relief related to the U.S. Virgin Islands matter; however, we previously disclosed that we 
have formalized the terms of the settlement agreement, which includes customary releases and confidentiality provisions, and a civil 
court in Delaware has given the necessary approvals. Accordingly, the civil claims for all four members of the Delaware family 
impacted are resolved. In the year ended December 31, 2016, we recorded within Fumigation related matters in the consolidated 
statement of operations and comprehensive income a charge of $87 million in connection with the settlement agreement.  In the year 
ended December 31, 2015, we recorded within Cost of services rendered and products sold in the consolidated statement of operations 
and comprehensive income a charge of $3 million in connection with the civil claims related to the U.S. Virgin Islands matter, which 

is an amount equal to our insurance deductible under our general liability insurance policies.

charges of $2 million and $8 million in the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively, in connection with the 
aforementioned criminal matter. The New Plea Agreement and the payments contemplated thereunder would not resolve any civil or 
administrative claims for damages or other relief related to the U.S. Virgin Islands matter; however, we previously disclosed that we 
have formalized the terms of the settlement agreement, which includes customary releases and confidentiality provisions, and a civil 
court in Delaware has given the necessary approvals. Accordingly, the civil claims for all four members of the Delaware family 
impacted are resolved. In the year ended December 31, 2016, we recorded within Fumigation related matters in the consolidated 
statement of operations and comprehensive income a charge of $87 million in connection with the settlement agreement.  In the year 
ended December 31, 2015, we recorded within Cost of services rendered and products sold in the consolidated statement of operations 
and comprehensive income a charge of $3 million in connection with the civil claims related to the U.S. Virgin Islands matter, which 
is an amount equal to our insurance deductible under our general liability insurance policies.

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The amount and extent of any further potential penalties, fines, sanctions, costs and damages that the federal or other 

governmental authorities may yet impose, investigation or other costs and reputational harm, as well as the impact of any additional 
civil, criminal or other claims or judicial, administrative or regulatory proceedings resulting from or related to the U.S. Virgin Islands 
matter, which could be material, is not currently known or reasonably estimable, and any such further penalties, fines, sanctions, costs 
or damages would not be covered under our general liability insurance policies. On December 16, 2016, the U.S. Virgin Islands 
Department of Justice filed a civil complaint in the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands related to the aforementioned fumigation 
incident in a matter styled Government of the United States Virgin Islands v. The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, The Terminix 
International Company Limited Partnership, and Terminix International USVI, LLC. We have not recorded any charge for this new 
civil lawsuit.

On September 15, 2015, a lawsuit was filed in the Circuit Court of the 15th Judicial Circuit in and for Palm Beach County, 

Florida, styled Carl Robert McCaughey, et al. v. Terminix International Company Limited Partnership, Sunland Pest Control 
Services, Inc., et al. The lawsuit alleges that fumigation of a Florida family’s residence by Sunland, a subcontractor of TMX LP, 
resulted in serious injuries to one of the family’s children. We have formalized the terms of a settlement agreement, which includes 
customary releases and confidentiality provisions, and a civil court in Florida has given the necessary approvals. Accordingly, the civil 
claims of the affected family related to the Florida fumigation matter are now resolved, and the case has been dismissed. Under the 
terms of the settlement agreement, in addition to the amounts that our insurance carriers have agreed to pay to the family pursuant to 
our general liability insurance policies, we have paid $3 million, an amount equal to our insurance deductible under our general 
liability insurance policies. In the year ended December 31, 2016, we recorded within Cost of services rendered and products 
sold in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income a charge of $3 million in connection with the civil
claims related to the Florida fumigation matter.

In addition to the matters discussed above, in the ordinary course of conducting business activities, we and our subsidiaries 
become involved in judicial, administrative and regulatory proceedings involving both private parties and governmental authorities. 
These proceedings include insured and uninsured matters that are brought on an individual, collective, representative and class action 
basis, or other proceedings involving regulatory, employment, general and commercial liability, automobile liability, wage and hour, 
environmental and other matters. We have entered into settlement agreements in certain cases, including with respect to putative 
collective and class actions, which are subject to court or other approvals. If one or more of our settlements are not finally approved, 
we could have additional or different exposure, which could be material. Subject to the paragraphs above, we do not expect any of 
these proceedings to have a material effect on our reputation, business, financial position, results of operations or cash flows; however, 
we can give no assurance that the results of any such proceedings will not materially affect our reputation, business, financial position, 
results of operations and cash flows. See Note 3 to the consolidated financial statements for more details. 

ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES

None.

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PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES 

Market Information

ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER 

ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER 
PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES 

PART II

PART II

Our common stock is listed on the NYSE under the symbol ‘‘SERV.’’ Our common stock began trading on the NYSE on 

Our common stock is listed on the NYSE under the symbol ‘‘SERV.’’ Our common stock began trading on the NYSE on 

June 26, 2014. As of February 17, 2017, there were approximately 11 registered holders of our common stock.  

June 26, 2014. As of February 17, 2017, there were approximately 11 registered holders of our common stock.  

The following table sets forth the high and low sale prices per share of our common stock during 2016 and 2015 as reported 

The following table sets forth the high and low sale prices per share of our common stock during 2016 and 2015 as reported 

Market Information

on the NYSE:

2016:

First Quarter

Second Quarter

Third Quarter 

Fourth Quarter 

2015:

First Quarter

Second Quarter

Third Quarter 

Fourth Quarter 

High Sales Price

Low Sales Price

$                   42.21

$                   40.41

$                   41.49

$                   39.47

$                   36.95

$                   37.30

$                   38.90

$                   39.99

$                   34.36
$                   34.28
$                   33.28
$                   32.41

$                   25.98
$                   31.98
$                   32.10
$                   32.79

on the NYSE:

2016:

First Quarter
Second Quarter
Third Quarter 
Fourth Quarter 

2015:

First Quarter
Second Quarter
Third Quarter 
Fourth Quarter 

High Sales Price

Low Sales Price

$                   42.21
$                   40.41
$                   41.49
$                   39.47

$                   36.95
$                   37.30
$                   38.90
$                   39.99

$                   34.36
$                   34.28
$                   33.28
$                   32.41

$                   25.98
$                   31.98
$                   32.10
$                   32.79

The graph below presents our cumulative total shareholder returns relative to the performance of the Standard & Poor’s 500 

The graph below presents our cumulative total shareholder returns relative to the performance of the Standard & Poor’s 500 

Composite Stock Index and Standard & Poor’s 400 Consumer Services Index, commencing on June 26, 2014, our initial day of 
trading. The graph assumes $100 invested at the opening price of our common stock on NYSE and each index on June 26, 2014. 

Composite Stock Index and Standard & Poor’s 400 Consumer Services Index, commencing on June 26, 2014, our initial day of 
trading. The graph assumes $100 invested at the opening price of our common stock on NYSE and each index on June 26, 2014. 

Dividends

Dividends

We did not pay any cash dividends in 2015 or 2016. The spin-off of the TruGreen Business in 2014 was accomplished 

We did not pay any cash dividends in 2015 or 2016. The spin-off of the TruGreen Business in 2014 was accomplished 

through a tax-free, stock dividend. We do not intend to declare or pay dividends on our common stock for the foreseeable future. We 
currently intend to use our future earnings, if any, to repay debt, to repurchase shares of our common stock, to fund our growth, to 
develop our business and for working capital needs and general corporate purposes. Our ability to pay dividends to holders of our 
common stock may be restricted by the Credit Facilities, insofar as we may seek to pay dividends out of funds made available to us by 
our subsidiaries. Any future determination to pay dividends on our common stock is subject to the discretion of our board of directors 

and will depend upon various factors, including our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity requirements, capital 

requirements, level of indebtedness, contractual restrictions with respect to payment of dividends, restrictions imposed by applicable 
law, general business conditions and other factors that our board of directors may deem relevant. See “Liquidity—Limitations on 

through a tax-free, stock dividend. We do not intend to declare or pay dividends on our common stock for the foreseeable future. We 
currently intend to use our future earnings, if any, to repay debt, to repurchase shares of our common stock, to fund our growth, to 
develop our business and for working capital needs and general corporate purposes. Our ability to pay dividends to holders of our 
common stock may be restricted by the Credit Facilities, insofar as we may seek to pay dividends out of funds made available to us by 
our subsidiaries. Any future determination to pay dividends on our common stock is subject to the discretion of our board of directors 
and will depend upon various factors, including our results of operations, financial condition, liquidity requirements, capital 
requirements, level of indebtedness, contractual restrictions with respect to payment of dividends, restrictions imposed by applicable 
law, general business conditions and other factors that our board of directors may deem relevant. See “Liquidity—Limitations on 

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Distributions and Dividends by Subsidiaries” for a description of the impact of our restrictions under our debt instruments on our 
ability to pay dividends.

Share Repurchase Program

On February 23, 2016, our board of directors authorized a three-year share repurchase program, under which we may 

repurchase up to $300 million of outstanding shares of our common stock. We expect to fund the share repurchases from net cash 
provided from operating activities. The share repurchase program is part of our capital allocation strategy that focuses on sustainable 
growth and maximizing shareholder value.

Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities  

Total number of
shares purchased(1)

Average
price paid
per share

Total number of
shares purchased as
part of publicly
announced plans or
programs

Maximum dollar
value of shares
that may yet be
purchased under the
plans or programs
(in millions)

— $
$
$

461,174
960,770

— $
$
— $
$
$

224,772

224,772
1,646,716

—
36.04
37.19

—
35.57
—
35.57
36.65

— $
$
$

461,174
960,770

— $
$
— $
$
$

224,772

224,772
1,646,716

300
283
248

248
240
240
240
240

Period
Jan. 1, 2016 through Mar. 31, 2016
Apr. 1, 2016 through Jun. 30, 2016
Jul. 1, 2016 through Sep. 30, 2016
Fourth Quarter 2016:

Oct. 1, 2016 through Oct. 31, 2016
Nov. 1, 2016 through Nov. 30, 2016
Dec. 1, 2016 through Dec. 31, 2016

Oct. 1, 2016 through Dec. 31, 2016
Total
___________________________________
(1) 

All shares were acquired as part of our share repurchase program.

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ITEM 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA 

ITEM 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA 

The following table sets forth our selected financial data derived from our audited consolidated financial statements for each

The following table sets forth our selected financial data derived from our audited consolidated financial statements for each

of the periods indicated. The selected financial data presented below should be read in conjunction with Item 7 “Management’s 
Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and the consolidated financial statements and related notes 
included in Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Our consolidated financial information may not be indicative of our future 

of the periods indicated. The selected financial data presented below should be read in conjunction with Item 7 “Management’s 
Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and the consolidated financial statements and related notes 
included in Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Our consolidated financial information may not be indicative of our future 
performance.

performance.

Five-Year Financial Summary

(In millions, except per share data) 

Operating Results:

Revenue

Cost of services rendered and products sold

Selling and administrative expenses

401(k) Plan corrective contribution(1)

Fumigation related matters(2)

Insurance reserve adjustment(3)

Impairment of software and other related costs(4)

Consulting agreement termination fees(5)

Interest expense

Loss on extinguishment of debt(6)

Income (Loss) from continuing operations

Net Income (Loss)

Cash dividends per share

Weighted-average shares outstanding:

Basic

Diluted

Basic Earnings (Loss) Per Share -- Continuing Operations

Diluted Earnings (Loss) Per Share -- Continuing Operations

Financial Position (as of period end):

Total assets

Total long-term debt

Total shareholders' equity

Cash Flow Data:

Net cash provided from operating activities from continuing operations

$

325

$

Net cash used for investing activities from continuing operations

Net cash used for financing activities from continuing operations

(133)

(102)

398

(98)

(381)

Other Non-GAAP Financial Data:

Adjusted EBITDA(7)

Adjusted EBITDA Margin(8)

Free Cash Flow(9)

__________________________________

Year Ended December 31,

2016

2015

2014

2013

2012

2

9

—

—

—

—

23

93

23

711

691

669

666

1,220

1,448

1,298

1,375

$ 2,746

$ 2,457

$ 2,594

$ 2,293

$ 2,214
1,196
678
—
—
—
—
—
245
55
(18)
(714)
$ — $ — $ — $ — $ —

(507)

(57)

160

167

162

219

247

153

155

155

47

58

43

65

21

42

32

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

1

135.3

137.3

1.15

1.13

$

$

135.0

136.6

1.20

1.19

$

$

112.8

113.8

0.38

0.38

91.6

92.2

0.46

0.46

$ 5,386

$ 5,098

$ 5,028

$ 5,760

2,831

686

2,752

545

3,026

359

3,867

23

91.9
91.9
$ (0.20)
$ (0.20)

$ 6,269
3,882
535

289

(56)

(312)

557

274

208

(70)

(78)

450

169

$

$

$

144
(85)
(54)

413
18.7 %
100

$

$

667

270

$

$

622

358

24.3 %

24.0 %

22.7 %

19.6 %

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

Five-Year Financial Summary

(In millions, except per share data) 
Operating Results:
Revenue
Cost of services rendered and products sold
Selling and administrative expenses
401(k) Plan corrective contribution(1)
Fumigation related matters(2)
Insurance reserve adjustment(3)
Impairment of software and other related costs(4)
Consulting agreement termination fees(5)
Interest expense
Loss on extinguishment of debt(6)
Income (Loss) from continuing operations
Net Income (Loss)
Cash dividends per share
Weighted-average shares outstanding:

Basic
Diluted

Basic Earnings (Loss) Per Share -- Continuing Operations
Diluted Earnings (Loss) Per Share -- Continuing Operations
Financial Position (as of period end):
Total assets
Total long-term debt
Total shareholders' equity
Cash Flow Data:
Net cash provided from operating activities from continuing operations
Net cash used for investing activities from continuing operations
Net cash used for financing activities from continuing operations
Other Non-GAAP Financial Data:
Adjusted EBITDA(7)
Adjusted EBITDA Margin(8)
Free Cash Flow(9)
__________________________________

2016

Year Ended December 31,
2014

2015

2013

2012

$ 2,746
1,448
711
2
93
23
1
—
153
32
155
155

$ 2,214
1,196
678
—
—
—
—
—
245
55
(18)
(714)
$ — $ — $ — $ — $ —

$ 2,293
1,220
691
—
—
—
—
—
247
—
42
(507)

$ 2,457
1,298
669
—
—
—
47
21
219
65
43
(57)

$ 2,594
1,375
666
23
9
—
—
—
167
58
162
160

135.3
137.3
1.15
1.13

$
$

$ 5,386
2,831
686

135.0
136.6
1.20
1.19

$
$

$ 5,098
2,752
545

112.8
113.8
0.38
0.38

$
$

$ 5,028
3,026
359

91.6
92.2
0.46
0.46

$
$

91.9
91.9
$ (0.20)
$ (0.20)

$ 5,760
3,867
23

$ 6,269
3,882
535

$

$

$

325
(133)
(102)

$

398
(98)
(381)

$

289
(56)
(312)

$

208
(70)
(78)

$

144
(85)
(54)

667
24.3 %
270

$

$

622
24.0 %
358

$

$

557
22.7 %
274

$

$

450
19.6 %
169

$

$

413
18.7 %
100

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

(7)

Represents costs related to the 401(k) Plan described in Note 11 to the consolidated financial statements.

Represents charges for fumigation related matters described in Note 9 to the consolidated financial statements.

(1)

(2)

Represents costs related to the 401(k) Plan described in Note 11 to the consolidated financial statements.

Represents charges for fumigation related matters described in Note 9 to the consolidated financial statements.

Represents an adjustment to the Company’s accrued self-insured claims related to automobile, general liability and workers’ 

(3)

compensation risk described in Note 9 to the consolidated financial statements.

Represents an adjustment to the Company’s accrued self-insured claims related to automobile, general liability and workers’ 
compensation risk described in Note 9 to the consolidated financial statements.

Represents the impairment of software and other related costs described in Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements. 

Represents consulting agreement termination fees described in Note 10 to the consolidated financial statements. 

For 2016, 2015 and 2014, represents a loss on extinguishment of debt as described in Note 12 to the consolidated financial 
statements. For 2012, represents a loss on extinguishment of debt related to the redemption of the $996 million aggregate 
principal amount of the then-existing 10.75% senior notes maturing in 2015 and repayment of $276 million of outstanding 

borrowings under the then-existing term loan facility.

(4)

(5)

(6)

Represents the impairment of software and other related costs described in Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements. 

Represents consulting agreement termination fees described in Note 10 to the consolidated financial statements. 

For 2016, 2015 and 2014, represents a loss on extinguishment of debt as described in Note 12 to the consolidated financial 
statements. For 2012, represents a loss on extinguishment of debt related to the redemption of the $996 million aggregate 
principal amount of the then-existing 10.75% senior notes maturing in 2015 and repayment of $276 million of outstanding 
borrowings under the then-existing term loan facility.

We use Adjusted EBITDA to facilitate operating performance comparisons from period to period. Adjusted EBITDA is a 
supplemental measure of our performance that is not required by, or presented in accordance with, GAAP. Adjusted EBITDA 
is not a measurement of our financial performance under GAAP and should not be considered as an alternative to net income 

(7)

We use Adjusted EBITDA to facilitate operating performance comparisons from period to period. Adjusted EBITDA is a 
supplemental measure of our performance that is not required by, or presented in accordance with, GAAP. Adjusted EBITDA 
is not a measurement of our financial performance under GAAP and should not be considered as an alternative to net income 

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or any other performance measures derived in accordance with GAAP or as an alternative to net cash provided by operating 
activities or any other measures of our cash flow or liquidity. Adjusted EBITDA means net income (loss) before: loss from 
discontinued operations, net of income taxes; provision (benefit) for income taxes; loss on extinguishment of debt; interest 
expense; depreciation and amortization expense; 401(k) Plan corrective contribution; fumigation related matters; insurance 
reserve adjustment; non-cash stock-based compensation expense; restructuring charges; gain on sale of Merry Maids 
branches; non-cash impairment of software and other related costs; non-cash impairment of property and equipment; 
management and consulting fees; consulting agreement termination fees; and other non-operating expenses.

We believe Adjusted EBITDA facilitates company-to-company operating performance comparisons by excluding potential 
differences caused by variations in capital structures (affecting net interest income and expense), taxation, the age and book 
depreciation of facilities and equipment (affecting relative depreciation expense), restructuring initiatives, consulting 
agreements and equity-based, long-term incentive plans, which may vary for different companies for reasons unrelated to 
operating performance.

Adjusted EBITDA is not necessarily comparable to other similarly titled financial measures of other companies due to the 
potential inconsistencies in the methods of calculation.

Adjusted EBITDA has limitations as an analytical tool, and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for 
analyzing our results as reported under GAAP. Some of these limitations are:

• Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect changes in, or cash requirements for, our working capital needs;

• Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect our interest expense, or the cash requirements necessary to service interest or 

principal payments on our debt;

• Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect our tax expense or the cash requirements to pay our taxes;

• Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect historical capital expenditures or future requirements for capital expenditures or 

contractual commitments;

• Although depreciation and amortization are non-cash charges, the assets being depreciated and amortized will often have 
to be replaced in the future, and Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect any cash requirements for such replacements; and

• Other companies in our industries may calculate Adjusted EBITDA differently, limiting its usefulness as a comparative 

measure.

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The following table sets forth Adjusted EBITDA for each of our reportable segments and Corporate and reconciles total 
Adjusted EBITDA to Net Income (Loss) for the periods presented, which we consider to be the most directly comparable 

GAAP financial measure:

The following table sets forth Adjusted EBITDA for each of our reportable segments and Corporate and reconciles total 
Adjusted EBITDA to Net Income (Loss) for the periods presented, which we consider to be the most directly comparable 
GAAP financial measure:

(In millions)

Adjusted EBITDA:

Terminix 

American Home Shield 

Franchise Services Group 

Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA 

Corporate(a)

Total Adjusted EBITDA 

Depreciation and amortization expense 

401(k) Plan corrective contribution(b)

Fumigation related matters(c)

Insurance reserve adjustment(d)

Non-cash stock-based compensation expense(e)

Restructuring charges(f)

Gain on sale of Merry Maids branches(g)

Non-cash impairment of software and other related costs(h)

Non-cash impairment of property and equipment(i)

Management and consulting fees(j)

Consulting agreement termination fees(k)

Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes(l)

(Provision) benefit for income taxes 

Loss on extinguishment of debt(m)

Interest expense 

Other non-operating expenses(n)

Net Income (Loss)

____________________________________________________________________ 

(a) Represents unallocated corporate expenses.

Year Ended December 31,

2016

2015

2014

2013

2012

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

347

205

77

630

(9)

622

(84)

(23)

(9)

—

(10)

(5)

7

—

—

—

—

(2)

(107)

(58)

(167)

(3)

309

179

78

566

(9)

557

(100)

—

—

—

(8)

(11)

1

(47)

—

(4)

(21)

(100)

(40)

(65)

(219)

—

266

145

78

489

(39)

450

(99)

—

—

—

(4)

(6)

—

—

—

(7)

—

(549)

(43)

—

(247)

(2)

371

220

79

670

(3)

667

(94)

(2)

(93)

(23)

(13)

(17)

2

(1)

—

—

—

(1)

(85)

(32)

(153)

—

155

$

$

160

$

(57) $

(507) $

266
117
70
453
(40)
413
(100)
—
—
—
(7)
(15)
—
—
(9)
(7)
—
(696)
8
(55)
(245)
(1)
(714)

(In millions)
Adjusted EBITDA:

Terminix 
American Home Shield 
Franchise Services Group 
Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA 
Corporate(a)

Total Adjusted EBITDA 

Depreciation and amortization expense 
401(k) Plan corrective contribution(b)
Fumigation related matters(c)
Insurance reserve adjustment(d)
Non-cash stock-based compensation expense(e)
Restructuring charges(f)
Gain on sale of Merry Maids branches(g)
Non-cash impairment of software and other related costs(h)
Non-cash impairment of property and equipment(i)
Management and consulting fees(j)
Consulting agreement termination fees(k)
Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes(l)
(Provision) benefit for income taxes 
Loss on extinguishment of debt(m)
Interest expense 
Other non-operating expenses(n)

Net Income (Loss)
____________________________________________________________________ 

(a) Represents unallocated corporate expenses.

2016

371
220
79
670
(3)
667
(94)
(2)
(93)
(23)
(13)
(17)
2
(1)
—
—
—
(1)
(85)
(32)
(153)
—
155

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

Year Ended December 31,
2014

2015

2013

347
205
77
630
(9)
622
(84)
(23)
(9)
—
(10)
(5)
7
—
—
—
—
(2)
(107)
(58)
(167)
(3)
160

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

309
179
78
566
(9)
557
(100)
—
—
—
(8)
(11)
1
(47)
—
(4)
(21)
(100)
(40)
(65)
(219)
—
(57) $

$

$

$

266
145
78
489
(39)
450
(99)
—
—
—
(4)
(6)
—
—
—
(7)
—
(549)
(43)
—
(247)
(2)
(507) $

2012

266
117
70
453
(40)
413
(100)
—
—
—
(7)
(15)
—
—
(9)
(7)
—
(696)
8
(55)
(245)
(1)
(714)

(b) Represents costs related to the 401(k) Plan described in Note 11 to the consolidated financial statements. We exclude 
these charges from Adjusted EBITDA because we believe they do not reflect our ongoing operations and because we 

believe doing so is useful to investors in aiding period-to-period comparability. 

(b) Represents costs related to the 401(k) Plan described in Note 11 to the consolidated financial statements. We exclude 
these charges from Adjusted EBITDA because we believe they do not reflect our ongoing operations and because we 
believe doing so is useful to investors in aiding period-to-period comparability. 

(c) Represents charges for fumigation related matters described in Note 9 to the consolidated financial statements. We 
exclude these charges from Adjusted EBITDA because we believe they do not reflect our ongoing operations and 

because we believe doing so is useful to investors in aiding period-to-period comparability.

(c) Represents charges for fumigation related matters described in Note 9 to the consolidated financial statements. We 
exclude these charges from Adjusted EBITDA because we believe they do not reflect our ongoing operations and 
because we believe doing so is useful to investors in aiding period-to-period comparability.

(d) Represents an adjustment to our accrued self-insured claims related to automobile, general liability and workers’ 

(d) Represents an adjustment to our accrued self-insured claims related to automobile, general liability and workers’ 

compensation risks. The adjustment is based on our detailed annual assessment of this actuarially determined accrual, 
which we complete the second quarter of each year. This adjustment relates to coverage periods of 2015 and prior. We 
have excluded this discrete second quarter 2016 adjustment from Adjusted EBITDA because we believe it does not 

reflect our ongoing operations and because we believe doing so is useful to investors in aiding period-to-period 

comparability. Adjustments to accrued self-insured claims related to this insurance program of $4 million, $9 million,
$13 million and $4 million in the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015, 2014 and 2013, respectively, were recorded as 
charges in total Adjusted EBITDA, and an adjustment of $1 million in the year ended December 31, 2012 was recorded 

as a credit in total Adjusted EBITDA.

compensation risks. The adjustment is based on our detailed annual assessment of this actuarially determined accrual, 
which we complete the second quarter of each year. This adjustment relates to coverage periods of 2015 and prior. We 
have excluded this discrete second quarter 2016 adjustment from Adjusted EBITDA because we believe it does not 
reflect our ongoing operations and because we believe doing so is useful to investors in aiding period-to-period 
comparability. Adjustments to accrued self-insured claims related to this insurance program of $4 million, $9 million,
$13 million and $4 million in the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015, 2014 and 2013, respectively, were recorded as 
charges in total Adjusted EBITDA, and an adjustment of $1 million in the year ended December 31, 2012 was recorded 
as a credit in total Adjusted EBITDA.

(e) Represents the non-cash expense of our equity-based compensation. We exclude this expense from Adjusted EBITDA 
primarily because it is a non-cash expense and because it is not used by management to assess ongoing operational 
performance. We believe excluding this expense from Adjusted EBITDA is useful to investors in aiding period-to-period 

comparability.

(f) For 2016, 2015, and 2014, represents restructuring charges described in Note 8 to the consolidated financial statements. 
For 2013 and 2012, represents restructuring charges related primarily to the impact of a branch optimization program at 
Terminix, a reorganization of leadership at Franchise Services Group and an initiative to enhance capabilities and reduce 
costs in our headquarters functions.  We exclude these restructuring charges from Adjusted EBITDA because we believe 

they do not reflect our ongoing operations and because we believe doing so is useful to investors in aiding 

period-to-period comparability.

(e) Represents the non-cash expense of our equity-based compensation. We exclude this expense from Adjusted EBITDA 
primarily because it is a non-cash expense and because it is not used by management to assess ongoing operational 
performance. We believe excluding this expense from Adjusted EBITDA is useful to investors in aiding period-to-period 
comparability.

(f) For 2016, 2015, and 2014, represents restructuring charges described in Note 8 to the consolidated financial statements. 
For 2013 and 2012, represents restructuring charges related primarily to the impact of a branch optimization program at 
Terminix, a reorganization of leadership at Franchise Services Group and an initiative to enhance capabilities and reduce 
costs in our headquarters functions.  We exclude these restructuring charges from Adjusted EBITDA because we believe 
they do not reflect our ongoing operations and because we believe doing so is useful to investors in aiding 
period-to-period comparability.

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(g) Represents the gain associated with the conversion of certain company-owned Merry Maids branches to franchises in 

2014, 2015 and 2016 (the “branch conversions”).

(h) Represents the impairment of software and other related costs described in Note 2 to the consolidated financial 

statements. We exclude non-cash impairments from Adjusted EBITDA because we believe doing so is useful to 
investors in aiding period-to-period comparability.

(i) Represents a $3 million impairment of licensed intellectual property and a $1 million impairment of abandoned real 
estate at Terminix, and a $4 million impairment of certain internally developed software at Merry Maids recorded in 
2012. We exclude non-cash impairments of property and equipment from Adjusted EBITDA because we believe doing 
so is useful to investors in aiding period-to-period comparability.

(j) Represents the amounts paid to certain of our Equity Sponsors under the consulting agreements described in Note 10 to 
the consolidated financial statements. We exclude these amounts from Adjusted EBITDA primarily because they are not 
reflective of ongoing operating results and because they are not used by management to assess ongoing operational 
performance. In addition, we have excluded these amounts from Adjusted EBITDA because the consulting agreements
terminated in connection with our initial public offering.  

(k) Represents the consulting agreement termination fees described in Note 10 to the consolidated financial statements. We 
exclude these amounts from Adjusted EBITDA because we believe doing so is useful to investors in aiding period-to-
period comparability.

(l) Represents our loss in connection with the spin-off of TruGreen in 2014. See Note 7 to the consolidated financial 
statements for further discussion of the spin-off of TruGreen. We exclude these amounts from Adjusted EBITDA 
because these charges are not part of our ongoing operations and we believe doing so is useful to investors in aiding 
period-to-period comparability. 

(m) For 2016, 2015 and 2014, represents a loss on extinguishment of debt as described in Note 12 to the consolidated 

financial statements. For 2012, represents a loss on extinguishment of debt related to the redemption of the $996 million 
aggregate principal amount of the then-existing 10.75% senior notes maturing in 2015 and repayment of $276 million of 
outstanding borrowings under the then-existing term loan facility. We believe excluding this expense from Adjusted 
EBITDA is useful to investors in aiding period-to-period comparability.

(n) For 2015, primarily represents secondary offering expenses. We exclude these amounts from Adjusted EBITDA because 
we believe doing so is useful to investors in aiding period-to-period comparability. For 2013 and 2012, represents certain 
administrative expenses. We excluded these expenses from the calculation of Adjusted EBITDA in order to present 
Adjusted EBITDA on a basis consistent with Adjusted EBITDA as reported in periods prior to our initial public offering, 
which is familiar to holders of our indebtedness.

Adjusted EBITDA margin is defined as Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of revenue.

Free Cash Flow is not a measurement of our financial performance or liquidity under GAAP and does not purport to be an 
alternative to net cash provided from operating activities from continuing operations or any other performance or liquidity 
measures derived in accordance with GAAP. Free Cash Flow means (i) net cash provided from operating activities from 
continuing operations before cash paid for consulting agreement termination fees; (ii) less property additions. Free Cash Flow 
has limitations as an analytical tool and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for analyzing our results as 
reported under GAAP. Other companies in our industries may calculate Free Cash Flow or similarly titled non-GAAP 
financial measures differently, limiting its usefulness as a comparative measure. 

Management believes Free Cash Flow is useful as a supplemental measure of our liquidity. Management uses Free Cash 
Flow to facilitate company-to-company cash flow comparisons by removing payments for consulting agreement termination 
fees, which may vary from company to company for reasons unrelated to operating performance. 

The following table reconciles net cash provided from operating activities from continuing operations, which we consider to 
be the most directly comparable GAAP measure, to Free Cash Flow using data derived from our consolidated financial 
statements for the periods indicated:  

(8)

(9)

(In millions)
Net Cash Provided from Operating Activities from 
Continuing Operations
Cash paid for consulting agreement termination fees
Property additions
Free Cash Flow

Year Ended December 31,

2016

2015

2014

2013

2012

$

$

325
—
(56)
270

$

$

398
—
(40)
358

$

$

289
21
(35)
274

$

$

208
—
(39)
169

$

$

144
—
(44)
100

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OPERATIONS

Factors.”

Overview

ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF 

ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF 
OPERATIONS

The following information should be read in conjunction with Item 6 “Selected Financial Data” and the consolidated 

The following information should be read in conjunction with Item 6 “Selected Financial Data” and the consolidated 

financial statements and related notes included in Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. The following discussion may contain 

forward-looking statements that reflect our plans, estimates and beliefs. Our actual results could differ materially from those 

discussed in these forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to these differences include those factors 
discussed below and elsewhere in this report, particularly in “—Information Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” and “Risk 

financial statements and related notes included in Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K. The following discussion may contain 
forward-looking statements that reflect our plans, estimates and beliefs. Our actual results could differ materially from those 
discussed in these forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to these differences include those factors 
discussed below and elsewhere in this report, particularly in “—Information Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” and “Risk 
Factors.”

Overview

Our core services include termite and pest control, home warranties, disaster restoration, janitorial, residential cleaning, 

Our core services include termite and pest control, home warranties, disaster restoration, janitorial, residential cleaning, 

cabinet and wood furniture repair and home inspection under the following leading brands: Terminix, American Home Shield, 

ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, Furniture Medic and AmeriSpec. Our operations for the periods presented 

in this report are organized into three reportable segments: Terminix, American Home Shield and Franchise Services Group.

cabinet and wood furniture repair and home inspection under the following leading brands: Terminix, American Home Shield, 
ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, Furniture Medic and AmeriSpec. Our operations for the periods presented 
in this report are organized into three reportable segments: Terminix, American Home Shield and Franchise Services Group.

Management Change

Management Change

On January 18, 2017, we announced that Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Alan Haughie will retire in 

On January 18, 2017, we announced that Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Alan Haughie will retire in 

March 2017, following the filing of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016 (the “2016 10-K”). We 
also announced that Anthony (Tony) DiLucente has joined the Company as a Senior Vice President and will assume the role of Chief 

March 2017, following the filing of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016 (the “2016 10-K”). We 
also announced that Anthony (Tony) DiLucente has joined the Company as a Senior Vice President and will assume the role of Chief 
Financial Officer after the filing of the 2016 10-K.

We focus on a variety of indicators and key operating and financial metrics to monitor the financial condition and 

We focus on a variety of indicators and key operating and financial metrics to monitor the financial condition and 

performance of the continuing operations of our businesses. These metrics include:

performance of the continuing operations of our businesses. These metrics include:

Key Business Metrics

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

revenue,

operating expenses,

net income (loss),

earnings (loss) per share,

Adjusted EBITDA,

organic revenue growth, 

customer retention rates, and

customer counts growth.

Financial Officer after the filing of the 2016 10-K.

Key Business Metrics

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

revenue,

operating expenses,

net income (loss),

earnings (loss) per share,

Adjusted EBITDA,

organic revenue growth, 

customer retention rates, and

customer counts growth.

To the extent applicable, these measures are evaluated with and without impairment, restructuring and other charges that 

To the extent applicable, these measures are evaluated with and without impairment, restructuring and other charges that 

management believes are not indicative of the earnings capabilities of our businesses. We also focus on measures designed to monitor

cash flow, including net cash provided from operating activities from continuing operations and free cash flow.

management believes are not indicative of the earnings capabilities of our businesses. We also focus on measures designed to monitor
cash flow, including net cash provided from operating activities from continuing operations and free cash flow.

Revenue. Our revenue results are primarily a function of the volume and pricing of the services and products provided to our 
customers by our businesses as well as the mix of services and products provided across our businesses. The volume of our revenue in 
Terminix and American Home Shield is impacted by new unit sales, the retention of our existing customers and acquisitions. We 
expect to continue our tuck-in acquisition program at Terminix and to periodically evaluate other strategic acquisitions. Revenue 
results in the Franchise Services Group are driven principally by royalty fees earned from our franchisees. We serve both residential 
and commercial customers, principally in the United States. In 2016, approximately 98 percent of our revenue was generated by sales 

in the United States.

Revenue. Our revenue results are primarily a function of the volume and pricing of the services and products provided to our 
customers by our businesses as well as the mix of services and products provided across our businesses. The volume of our revenue in 
Terminix and American Home Shield is impacted by new unit sales, the retention of our existing customers and acquisitions. We 
expect to continue our tuck-in acquisition program at Terminix and to periodically evaluate other strategic acquisitions. Revenue 
results in the Franchise Services Group are driven principally by royalty fees earned from our franchisees. We serve both residential 
and commercial customers, principally in the United States. In 2016, approximately 98 percent of our revenue was generated by sales 
in the United States.

Operating Expenses. In addition to the impact of changes in our revenue results, our operating results are affected by, among 

Operating Expenses. In addition to the impact of changes in our revenue results, our operating results are affected by, among 

other things, the level of our operating expenses. A number of our operating expenses are subject to inflationary pressures, such as 
fuel, chemicals, raw materials, wages and salaries, employee benefits and health care, vehicles, contractor costs, self-insurance costs 

and other insurance premiums, as well as various regulatory compliance costs.

other things, the level of our operating expenses. A number of our operating expenses are subject to inflationary pressures, such as 
fuel, chemicals, raw materials, wages and salaries, employee benefits and health care, vehicles, contractor costs, self-insurance costs 
and other insurance premiums, as well as various regulatory compliance costs.

We have historically hedged a significant portion of our annual fuel consumption. Fuel costs for 2016, after the impact of the
hedges and after adjusting for the impact of year-over-year changes in the number of gallons used, decreased $5 million compared to 
2015, and 2015 decreased $5 million compared to 2014. Based upon current Department of Energy fuel price forecasts, as well as
hedges we have executed to date for 2017, we project that fuel prices for 2017 will decrease our fuel costs for 2017 by approximately 

$4 million compared to 2016.

We have historically hedged a significant portion of our annual fuel consumption. Fuel costs for 2016, after the impact of the
hedges and after adjusting for the impact of year-over-year changes in the number of gallons used, decreased $5 million compared to 
2015, and 2015 decreased $5 million compared to 2014. Based upon current Department of Energy fuel price forecasts, as well as
hedges we have executed to date for 2017, we project that fuel prices for 2017 will decrease our fuel costs for 2017 by approximately 
$4 million compared to 2016.

After adjusting for the impact of year-over-year changes in the number of covered employees, health care and related costs 
for 2016 decreased approximately $6 million compared to 2015 while costs in 2015 were comparable to 2014. We expect our health 

care costs in 2017 to increase approximately $5 million compared to 2016.

After adjusting for the impact of year-over-year changes in the number of covered employees, health care and related costs 
for 2016 decreased approximately $6 million compared to 2015 while costs in 2015 were comparable to 2014. We expect our health 
care costs in 2017 to increase approximately $5 million compared to 2016.

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Net Income (Loss) and Earnings (Loss) Per Share. Basic earnings (loss) per share is computed by dividing net income 
(loss) by the weighted-average number of shares of common stock outstanding. Diluted earnings (loss) per share is computed by 
dividing net income (loss) by the weighted-average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period, increased to 
include the number of shares of common stock that would have been outstanding had potential dilutive shares of common stock been 
issued. The dilutive effect of stock options and RSUs are reflected in diluted net income (loss) per share by applying the treasury stock 
method. The presentation of net income (loss) and earnings (loss) per share provides GAAP measures of performance which are useful 
for investors, analysts and other interested parties in company-to-company operating performance comparisons.

Adjusted EBITDA. We evaluate performance and allocate resources based primarily on Adjusted EBITDA. We define 

Adjusted EBITDA as net income (loss) before: loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes; provision (benefit) for income 
taxes; loss on extinguishment of debt; interest expense; depreciation and amortization expense; 401(k) Plan corrective contribution; 
fumigation related matters; insurance reserve adjustment; non-cash stock-based compensation expense; restructuring charges; gain on 
sale of Merry Maids branches; non-cash impairment of software and other related costs; non-cash impairment of property and 
equipment; management and consulting fees; consulting agreement termination fees; and other non-operating expenses. We believe 
Adjusted EBITDA is useful for investors, analysts and other interested parties as it facilitates company-to-company operating 
performance comparisons by excluding potential differences caused by variations in capital structures, taxation, the age and book 
depreciation of facilities and equipment, restructuring initiatives, consulting agreements and equity-based, long-term incentive plans.

Organic Revenue Growth. We evaluate organic revenue growth to track performance of the business, including the impacts 

of sales, pricing, new service offerings and other growth initiatives. Organic revenue growth excludes revenue from acquired 
customers for 12 months following the acquisition date.

Customer Retention Rates and Customer Counts Growth. Where applicable, we report our customer retention rates and 

growth in customer counts in order to track the performance of the business. Customer counts represent our recurring customer base,
which includes customers with active contracts for recurring services. Retention rates are calculated as the ratio of ending customer 
counts to the sum of beginning customer counts, new sales and acquired accounts for the applicable period. These measures are
presented on a rolling, 12-month basis in order to avoid seasonal anomalies. See “—Segment Review.” 

Seasonality

We have seasonality in our business, which drives fluctuations in revenue and Adjusted EBITDA for interim periods. In 
2016, approximately 22 percent, 27 percent, 28 percent and 23 percent of our revenue and approximately 19 percent, 30 percent, 
29 percent and 22 percent of our Adjusted EBITDA was recognized in the first, second, third and fourth quarters, respectively.

Effect of Weather Conditions

The demand for our services and our results of operations are also affected by weather conditions, including the seasonal 

nature of our termite and pest control services, home inspection services and disaster restoration services. Weather conditions which 
have a potentially unfavorable impact to our business include cooler temperatures or droughts which can impede the development of 
termite swarms and lead to lower demand for our termite control services; and extreme temperatures which can lead to an increase in 
service requests related to household systems. For example, in the third quarter of 2016, we experienced an increase in contract claims 
cost at American Home Shield driven by a higher number of HVAC work orders driven by high temperatures. Weather conditions 
which have a potentially favorable impact to our business include mild winters which can lead to higher demand for termite and pest 
control services; mild winters or summers which can lead to lower household systems claim frequency; and severe storms which can 
lead to an increase in demand for disaster restoration services.

Refinancing of Indebtedness

On November 8, 2016, we entered into a $1,650 million Term Loan Facility and a $300 million Revolving Credit Facility 

and sold $750 million of 2024 Notes. On November 8, 2016, we used the net proceeds from the Term Loan Facility and the 2024 
Notes to repay the remaining outstanding $2,356 million in aggregate principal amount of the $2,400 million Old Term Loan Facility. 
In connection with the repayment, we recorded a loss on extinguishment of debt of $32 million in the year ended December 31, 2016, 
which includes the write-off of $14 million of original issue discount and $18 million of debt issuance costs.

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53
26
1
1
—
—
—
—
—
—
6
—
2

53
27
2
—
—
—
2
1
—
—
9
—
3

53
26
1
—
3
1
—
—
1
—
6
—
1

Increase (Decrease)
2015 vs. 
2016 vs. 
2014
2015

% of Revenue

2016

2015

2014

6 %
5
7
(13)
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
(8)
(33)
*

(11)
(21)
*
(4)

*
(3)

6 % 100 % 100 % 100 %
6
—
(27)
*
*
*
*
*
*
*
(24)
29
*

Year Ended December 31, 

% of Revenue

Increase (Decrease)

2016 vs. 

2015 vs. 

2016

2015

2014

$ 2,746

$ 2,594

$ 2,457

2015

6 %

2014

2016

2015

2014

6 % 100 % 100 % 100 %

53
27
2
—
—
—
2
1
—
—
9
—
3

3
2
—
2

$

(2)

160

$

(100)

(57)

$

6 %

6 %

(4)
(2)%

Results of Operations

(In millions)
Revenue 
Cost of services rendered and products sold 
Selling and administrative expenses 
Amortization expense 
401(k) Plan corrective contribution
Fumigation related matters
Insurance reserve adjustment
Impairment of software and other related costs 
Consulting agreement termination fees
Restructuring charges 
Gain on sale of Merry Maids branches
Interest expense 
Interest and net investment income
Loss on extinguishment of debt
Income from Continuing Operations before 
Income Taxes 
Provision for income taxes 
Equity in losses of joint venture
Income from Continuing Operations
Loss from discontinued operations, net of 
income taxes
Net Income (Loss)
___________________________________

* 

not meaningful

Revenue

Year Ended December 31, 

2016
$ 2,746
1,448
711
33
2
93
23
1
—
17
(2)
153
(6)
32

241
85
(1)
155

(1)
155

$

2015
$ 2,594
1,375
666
38
23
9
—
—
—
5
(7)
167
(9)
58

270
107
—
162

2014
$ 2,457
1,298
669
52
—
—
—
47
21
11
(1)
219
(7)
65

84
40
—
43

(2)
160

$

(100)
(57)

$

Cost of services rendered and products sold 

Selling and administrative expenses 

1,448

711

1,375

666

1,298

669

38

23

9

—

—

—

5

(7)

167

(9)

58

270

107

—

162

33

2

93

23

1

—

17

(2)

153

(6)

32

241

85

(1)

155

(1)

155

52

—

—

—

47

21

11

84

40

—

43

(1)

219

(7)

65

5

7

(13)

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

(8)

(33)

(11)

(21)

*

(4)

*

(3)

6

—

(27)

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

(24)

29

221

168

277

53

26

—

1

3

1

—

—

1

—

6

—

1

9

3

6

—

—

53

26

1

1

—

—

—

—

—

—

6

—

2

10

4

—

6

—

Results of Operations

(In millions)

Revenue 

Amortization expense 

401(k) Plan corrective contribution

Fumigation related matters

Insurance reserve adjustment

Impairment of software and other related costs 

Consulting agreement termination fees

Restructuring charges 

Gain on sale of Merry Maids branches

Interest expense 

Interest and net investment income

Loss on extinguishment of debt

Income from Continuing Operations before 

Income Taxes 

Provision for income taxes 

Equity in losses of joint venture

Income from Continuing Operations

Loss from discontinued operations, net of 

___________________________________

income taxes

Net Income (Loss)

* 

not meaningful

Revenue

(In millions)

Year Ended December 31, 2014

Pest Control(1)

Termite and Other Services(2)

Home Warranties(3)

Franchise-Related Revenue 

Sale of Merry Maids branches(4)

Other 

Year Ended December 31, 2015

Pest Control(1)

Termite and Other Services(2)

Home Warranties(3)

Franchise-Related Revenue 

Sale of Merry Maids branches(4)

Other 

We reported revenue of $2,746 million, $2,594 million and $2,457 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 

We reported revenue of $2,746 million, $2,594 million and $2,457 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 

2014, respectively. A summary of changes in revenue for each of our reportable segments and Corporate is included in the table 

below. See “—Segment Review” for a discussion of the drivers of the year-over-year changes.  

2014, respectively. A summary of changes in revenue for each of our reportable segments and Corporate is included in the table 
below. See “—Segment Review” for a discussion of the drivers of the year-over-year changes.  

American

Franchise

Home

Shield

Services

Group

Terminix

Corporate

Total

$

1,370

$

828

$

253

$

$

1,444

$

917

$

54

17

—

—

—

3

63

13

—

—

—

4

—

—

89

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

103

—

—

—

(5)

(16)

—

232

—

—

—

(1)

(31)

—

200

$

$

(5)

7

—

—

—

—

—

2

—

—

—

—

—

—

2

$

$

$

2,457
54
17
89
(5)
(16)
(2)
2,594
63
13
103
(1)
(31)
5
2,746

(In millions)
Year Ended December 31, 2014

Pest Control(1)
Termite and Other Services(2)
Home Warranties(3)
Franchise-Related Revenue 
Sale of Merry Maids branches(4)
Other 

Year Ended December 31, 2015

Pest Control(1)
Termite and Other Services(2)
Home Warranties(3)
Franchise-Related Revenue 
Sale of Merry Maids branches(4)
Other 

Year Ended December 31, 2016
___________________________________

American
Home
Shield

Franchise
Services
Group

Terminix

Corporate

Total

$

$

$

1,370
54
17
—
—
—
3
1,444
63
13
—
—
—
4
1,524

$

$

$

828
—
—
89
—
—
—
917
—
—
103
—
—
—
1,020

$

$

$

253
—
—
—
(5)
(16)
—
232
—
—
—
(1)
(31)
—
200

$

$

$

7
—
—
—
—
—
(5)
2
—
—
—
—
—
—
2

$

$

$

2,457
54
17
89
(5)
(16)
(2)
2,594
63
13
103
(1)
(31)
5
2,746

Year Ended December 31, 2016

___________________________________

$

1,524

$

1,020

$

(1)

(2)

Includes growth from acquisitions of approximately $55 million and $26 million for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 
2015, respectively, of which approximately $42 million and $8 million, respectively, is a result of the acquisition of Alterra

(1)

Pest Control, LLC (“Alterra”) on November 10, 2015.

Includes growth from acquisitions of approximately $55 million and $26 million for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 
2015, respectively, of which approximately $42 million and $8 million, respectively, is a result of the acquisition of Alterra
Pest Control, LLC (“Alterra”) on November 10, 2015.

Includes wildlife exclusion, crawl space encapsulation and attic insulation products which are managed as a component of 
our termite line of business. Includes growth from acquisitions of approximately $5 million and $4 million for the years 

(2)

ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively.

Includes wildlife exclusion, crawl space encapsulation and attic insulation products which are managed as a component of 
our termite line of business. Includes growth from acquisitions of approximately $5 million and $4 million for the years 
ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively.

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221
168
*
277

*
*

9
3
—
6

10
4
—
6

3
2
—
2

—
6 %

—
6 %

(4)
(2)%

(3)

(4)

Includes approximately $22 million for the year ended December 31, 2016 as a result of the acquisition of OneGuard Home 
Warranties (“OneGuard”) on June 27, 2016 and Landmark Home Warranty, LLC (“Landmark”) on November 30, 2016. 
Includes approximately $10 million for the year ended December 31, 2015 as a result of the acquisition of Home Security of 
America, Inc., (“HSA”) on February 28, 2014.

Includes a $33 million and a $17 million reduction in revenue from company-owned branches, offset, in part, by a $2 million 
and a $1 million increase in royalty fees as result of the branch conversions for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, 
respectively.

Cost of Services Rendered and Products Sold

We reported cost of services rendered and products sold of $1,448 million, $1,375 million and $1,298 million for the years 

ended December 31, 2106, 2015 and 2014, respectively. The following table provides a summary of changes in cost of services 
rendered and products sold for each of our reportable segments and Corporate: 

(In millions)
Year Ended December 31, 2014
Impact of change in revenue(1)
Fuel prices
Contract claims 
Sale of Merry Maids branches
Insurance program 
Cost reduction initiatives
Other 

Year Ended December 31, 2015
Impact of change in revenue(1)
Production labor
Fuel prices
Legal expense
Contract claims 
Sale of Merry Maids branches
Insurance program 
Other 

Year Ended December 31, 2016
___________________________________

American
Home
Shield

Franchise
Services
Group

Terminix

Corporate

Total

$

$

$

763
36
(5)
—
—
—
(3)
1
792
44
6
(5)
4
—
—
—
(2)
839

$

$

$

404
32
—
33
—
—
—
(1)
468
41
—
—
—
17
—
—
(2)
524

$

$

$

118
—
—
—
(12)
—
—
—
106
1
—
—
—
—
(26)
—
—
81

$

$

$

14
—
—
—
—
(4)
—
—
10
—
—
—
—
—
—
(5)
(1)
4

$

$

$

1,298
68
(5)
33
(12)
(4)
(3)
—
1,375
86
6
(5)
4
17
(26)
(5)
(5)
1,448

(1)

For American Home Shield, includes approximately $10 million for the year ended December 31, 2016 as a result of the 
acquisitions of OneGuard on June 27, 2016 and Landmark on November 30, 2016 and approximately $5 million for the year 
ended December 31, 2015 as a result of the acquisition of HSA on February 28, 2014. 

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015 

The increase in production labor at Terminix was driven by investments in field operations focused on improving safety, 

technician efficiency, customer service and retention. We realized lower fuel costs at Terminix as a result of lower fuel prices in 2016. 
The increase in legal expense at Terminix was driven by increased provisions for certain legal matters. 

The increase in contract claims cost at American Home Shield was primarily driven by normal inflationary pressure on the

underlying costs of repairs.

We realized a reduction in cost of sales of $26 million in the Franchise Services Group as a result of the branch conversions. 

The decrease in expense related to our automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation insurance program was 

driven by the impact of increased reserves of $4 million and $9 million recorded in 2016 and 2015, respectively, driven by 
unfavorable claims trends.  

Year Ended December 31, 2015 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2014

We realized lower fuel costs at Terminix as a result of lower fuel prices in 2015. 

The increase in contract claims cost at American Home Shield was driven by an increase in the average cost per service 

request associated with appliance repairs due to greater use of more expensive out-of-network contractors, largely in the fourth 
quarter, and, to a lesser extent, by warmer summer temperatures in 2015 and normal inflationary pressure on the underlying costs of 
repairs.

We realized a reduction in cost of sales of $12 million in the Franchise Services Group as a result of the branch conversions.

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unfavorable claims trends.

Selling and Administrative Expenses

The decrease in expense related to our automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation insurance program was 

The decrease in expense related to our automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation insurance program was 

driven by the impact of increased reserves of $9 million and $13 million recorded in 2015 and 2014, respectively, driven by 

driven by the impact of increased reserves of $9 million and $13 million recorded in 2015 and 2014, respectively, driven by 
unfavorable claims trends.

For the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, we reported selling and administrative expenses of $711 million, 

For the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, we reported selling and administrative expenses of $711 million, 

$666 million and $669 million, respectively, which comprised general and administrative expenses of $284 million, $255 million and 
$271 million, respectively, and selling and marketing expenses of $427 million, $411 million and $398 million, respectively. The 

following table provides a summary of changes in selling and administrative expenses for each of our reportable segments and 

Corporate: 

$666 million and $669 million, respectively, which comprised general and administrative expenses of $284 million, $255 million and 
$271 million, respectively, and selling and marketing expenses of $427 million, $411 million and $398 million, respectively. The 
following table provides a summary of changes in selling and administrative expenses for each of our reportable segments and 
Corporate: 

Selling and Administrative Expenses

(In millions)

Year Ended December 31, 2014

Sales and marketing costs

Customer service costs

HSA selling and administrative expenses 

Technology costs

Sale of Merry Maids branches

Incentive compensation

Cost reduction initiatives 

Management and consulting fees

Stock-based compensation expense

Secondary offering expenses

Other 

Sales and marketing costs

Technology costs

Incentive compensation

expenses 

Customer service costs

Sale of Merry Maids branches

Cost reduction initiatives 

Stock-based compensation expense

Secondary offering expenses

Other 

OneGuard and Landmark selling and administrative 

American

Home

Shield

Franchise

Services

Group

Terminix

Corporate

Total

$

329

$

257

$

$

$

11

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

(4)

(1)

4

12

(7)

—

—

—

—

—

—

4

(2)

5

4

(2)

—

(4)

(1)

—

—

—

(1)

12

7

(2)

8

4

—

—

—

—

3

59

(3)

—

—

—

(2)

—

(3)

—

—

—

—

51

—

—

(1)

—

—

(3)

(4)

—

—

—

43

23

—

—

—

—

—

—

—

(4)

3

3

(1)

24

—

6

—

—

—

—

—

3

(3)

1

31

669
6
5
4
(2)
(2)
(8)
(4)
(4)
3
3
(3)
666
16
25
(10)

8
4
(3)
(4)
3
(3)
8
711

(In millions)
Year Ended December 31, 2014
Sales and marketing costs
Customer service costs
HSA selling and administrative expenses 
Technology costs
Sale of Merry Maids branches
Incentive compensation
Cost reduction initiatives 
Management and consulting fees
Stock-based compensation expense
Secondary offering expenses
Other 

Year Ended December 31, 2015
Sales and marketing costs
Technology costs
Incentive compensation
OneGuard and Landmark selling and administrative 
expenses 
Customer service costs
Sale of Merry Maids branches
Cost reduction initiatives 
Stock-based compensation expense
Secondary offering expenses
Other 

Year Ended December 31, 2016

$

$

$

American
Home
Shield

Franchise
Services
Group

Terminix

Corporate

Total

329
11
—
—
—
—
(4)
—
—
—
—
(1)
335
4
12
(7)

—
—
—
—
—
—
4
348

$

$

$

257
(2)
5
4
(2)
—
(4)
(1)
—
—
—
(1)
256
12
7
(2)

8
4
—
—
—
—
3
288

$

$

$

59
(3)
—
—
—
(2)
—
(3)
—
—
—
—
51
—
—
(1)

—
—
(3)
(4)
—
—
—
43

$

$

$

23
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
(4)
3
3
(1)
24
—
6
—

—
—
—
—
3
(3)
1
31

$

$

$

669
6
5
4
(2)
(2)
(8)
(4)
(4)
3
3
(3)
666
16
25
(10)

8
4
(3)
(4)
3
(3)
8
711

Year Ended December 31, 2015

$

335

$

256

$

$

$

Year Ended December 31, 2016

$

348

$

288

$

$

$

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015 

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015 

The increase in sales costs at Terminix was driven by higher depreciation and, to a lesser extent, other costs related to a sales 

The increase in sales costs at Terminix was driven by higher depreciation and, to a lesser extent, other costs related to a sales 

vehicle program initiated in 2016. The increase in sales and marketing costs at American Home Shield was primarily driven by the 
shift in the timing of a holiday mail campaign from the fourth quarter of 2015 to the first quarter of 2016 and, to a lesser extent, an 

vehicle program initiated in 2016. The increase in sales and marketing costs at American Home Shield was primarily driven by the 
shift in the timing of a holiday mail campaign from the fourth quarter of 2015 to the first quarter of 2016 and, to a lesser extent, an 
increase in sales commissions. 

The increase in technology costs was primarily due to an acceleration of investments to improve our customers’ experiences 

The increase in technology costs was primarily due to an acceleration of investments to improve our customers’ experiences 

through technology. 

increase in sales commissions. 

through technology. 

We incurred incremental selling and administrative expenses at American Home Shield as a result of the OneGuard and 

We incurred incremental selling and administrative expenses at American Home Shield as a result of the OneGuard and 

Landmark acquisitions. The increase in customer service costs at American Home Shield was due to higher labor costs resulting from 

an acceleration of pre-season hiring and training in preparation for the high-volume summer season. 

Landmark acquisitions. The increase in customer service costs at American Home Shield was due to higher labor costs resulting from 
an acceleration of pre-season hiring and training in preparation for the high-volume summer season. 

We realized a reduction in selling and administrative expenses of $3 million in the Franchise Services Group as a result of the 

We realized a reduction in selling and administrative expenses of $3 million in the Franchise Services Group as a result of the 

branch conversions.

branch conversions.

Year Ended December 31, 2015 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2014 

Year Ended December 31, 2015 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2014 

The increase in sales costs at Terminix was primarily driven by investments to grow and train our sales force and higher 

The increase in sales costs at Terminix was primarily driven by investments to grow and train our sales force and higher 

commissions attributable to the growth in new products and pest control revenue.

commissions attributable to the growth in new products and pest control revenue.

The increase in customer service costs at American Home Shield was due to higher labor costs resulting from customer 

The increase in customer service costs at American Home Shield was due to higher labor costs resulting from customer 

growth. Additionally, we incurred incremental selling and administrative expenses at American Home Shield as a result of the HSA 

growth. Additionally, we incurred incremental selling and administrative expenses at American Home Shield as a result of the HSA 

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acquisition on February, 28, 2014. The decrease in technology costs at American Home Shield was driven by our decision in the first 
quarter of 2014 to abandon efforts to deploy a new operating system.

We realized a reduction in selling and administrative expenses of $2 million in the Franchises Services Group as a result of 

the branch conversions.

Amortization Expense

Amortization expense was $33 million, $38 million and $52 million in the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014,

respectively. The decreases in 2016 and 2015 were a result of certain finite-lived intangible assets recorded in connection with the 
merger transaction by which the Company was taken public in 2007 being fully amortized. 

401(k) Plan Corrective Contribution

We recorded charges of $2 million and $23 million in the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively, related to 

the 401(k) Plan. See Note 11 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

Fumigation Related Matters

We recorded charges of $93 and $9 million in the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively, for fumigation 

related matters.  See Note 9 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

Insurance Reserve Adjustment

We recorded a charge of $23 million in the year ended December 31, 2016 for an adjustment to the Company’s accrued self-

insured claims related to automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation risks. The adjustment is based on the Company’s 
detailed annual assessment of this actuarially determined accrual, which the Company completes in the second quarter of each year. 
This adjustment relates to coverage periods of 2015 and prior. 

Impairment of Software and Other Related Costs

We recorded impairment charges of $1 million and $47 million in the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2014, 

respectively, relating to our decision in the second quarter of 2016 to replace certain software pursuant to our ServSmart initiative and
our decision in the first quarter of 2014 to abandon our efforts to deploy a new operating system at American Home Shield.

Consulting Agreement Termination Fees

On July 1, 2014, in connection with the completion of our initial public offering, we paid the Equity Sponsors aggregate fees
of $21 million in connection with the termination of the consulting agreements, which was recorded in the year ended December 31, 
2014. See Note 10 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

Restructuring Charges

We incurred restructuring charges of $17 million, $5 million and $11 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 

and 2014, respectively. Restructuring charges were comprised of the following:

(In millions)
Terminix(1)
American Home Shield(2)
Franchise Services Group(3)
Corporate(4)
Headquarters relocation(5)
Total restructuring charges 
___________________________________

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2016

2014

$

$

7
2
—
5
3
17

$

$

3
—
1
1
—
5

$

$

2
—
3
6
—
11

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

For the year ended December 31, 2016, these charges include $1 million of severance costs and $3 million of stock-based 
compensation expense due to the modification of non-vested stock options and RSUs as part of the severance agreement with 
the former president of Terminix. Additionally, $4 million, $3 million and $2 million for the years ended December 31, 2016,
2015 and 2014, respectively, relate to lease termination and severance costs driven by Terminix’s branch optimization 
program.  

Represents lease termination and other costs driven by the decision to consolidate the stand-alone operations of HSA 
acquired in February 2014 with those of American Home Shield.

Represents severance costs related to the reorganization of the Franchise Services Group.

For the year ended December 31, 2016, these charges include professional fees of $2 million and accelerated depreciation of 
$2 million related to the early termination of a long-term human resources outsourcing agreement. Additionally, for the years 
ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, these charges included severance and other costs of $2 million, $1 million and $6 

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the Company’s headquarters.  

Gain on Sale of Merry Maids Branches  

million, respectively, related to an initiative to enhance capabilities and reduce costs in our headquarters functions that 

provide company-wide administrative services for our operations.

million, respectively, related to an initiative to enhance capabilities and reduce costs in our headquarters functions that 
provide company-wide administrative services for our operations.

(5)

Represents impairment charges of $1 million and professional fees and other costs of $1 million related to the relocation of 

(5)

Represents impairment charges of $1 million and professional fees and other costs of $1 million related to the relocation of 
the Company’s headquarters.  

Gain on Sale of Merry Maids Branches  

We recorded a gain of $2 million, $7 million and $1 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, 

We recorded a gain of $2 million, $7 million and $1 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, 

respectively, associated with the branch conversions. As of October 10, 2016, the branch conversion process was complete.

respectively, associated with the branch conversions. As of October 10, 2016, the branch conversion process was complete.

Interest Expense

Interest Expense

Interest expense was $153 million, $167 million and $219 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014,
respectively. The decrease in interest expense in the year ended December 31, 2016 compared to the year ended December 31, 2015 
was driven by the redemption of the 2020 Notes in 2015, offset, in part, by additional borrowings under the Old Term Loan Facility. 
The decrease in interest expense in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 was driven by 

the refinancing of the then-existing term loan facility on July 1, 2014 and the redemption of the 2020 Notes, offset, in part, by 

additional borrowings under the Old Term Loan Facility. See Note 12 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

Interest expense was $153 million, $167 million and $219 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014,
respectively. The decrease in interest expense in the year ended December 31, 2016 compared to the year ended December 31, 2015 
was driven by the redemption of the 2020 Notes in 2015, offset, in part, by additional borrowings under the Old Term Loan Facility. 
The decrease in interest expense in the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014 was driven by 
the refinancing of the then-existing term loan facility on July 1, 2014 and the redemption of the 2020 Notes, offset, in part, by 
additional borrowings under the Old Term Loan Facility. See Note 12 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

Interest and Net Investment Income

Interest and Net Investment Income

Interest and net investment income was $6 million, $9 million and $7 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 
and 2014, respectively, and comprised net investment gains and interest and dividend income realized on the American Home Shield 

Interest and net investment income was $6 million, $9 million and $7 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 
and 2014, respectively, and comprised net investment gains and interest and dividend income realized on the American Home Shield 
investment portfolio and interest income on other cash balances.

A loss on extinguishment of debt of $32 million was recorded in the year ended December 31, 2016 related to the refinancing 
of our Old Term Loan Facility on November 8, 2016. A loss on extinguishment of debt of $58 million was recorded in the year ended 
December 31, 2015 related to the redemptions of the 8% 2020 Notes on February 17, 2015 and April 1, 2015 and the redemption of
the 7% 2020 Notes on August 17, 2015. A loss on extinguishment of debt of $65 million was recorded in the year ended December 
31, 2014 related to the repayment of the then-existing term loan facility and the partial redemption of the 2020 Notes on July 16, 2014. 

A loss on extinguishment of debt of $32 million was recorded in the year ended December 31, 2016 related to the refinancing 
of our Old Term Loan Facility on November 8, 2016. A loss on extinguishment of debt of $58 million was recorded in the year ended 
December 31, 2015 related to the redemptions of the 8% 2020 Notes on February 17, 2015 and April 1, 2015 and the redemption of
the 7% 2020 Notes on August 17, 2015. A loss on extinguishment of debt of $65 million was recorded in the year ended December 
31, 2014 related to the repayment of the then-existing term loan facility and the partial redemption of the 2020 Notes on July 16, 2014. 
See Note 12 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

Income from continuing operations before income taxes was $241 million, $270 million and $84 million for the years ended 

Income from continuing operations before income taxes was $241 million, $270 million and $84 million for the years ended 

December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, respectively. The change in income from continuing operations before income taxes primarily 

reflects the net effect of year-over-year changes in the following items:

December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, respectively. The change in income from continuing operations before income taxes primarily 
reflects the net effect of year-over-year changes in the following items:

Year Ended December 31,

Year Ended December 31,

Income from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes

See Note 12 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

Income from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes

Loss on Extinguishment of Debt

investment portfolio and interest income on other cash balances.

Loss on Extinguishment of Debt

(In millions)

Reportable segments and Corporate(1)

Amortization expense(2)

401(k) Plan corrective contribution(3)

Fumigation related matters(4)

Insurance reserve adjustment(5)

Impairment of software and other related costs(6)

Consulting agreement termination fees(7)

Restructuring charges(8)

Gain on sale of Merry Maids branches(9)

Interest expense(10)

Loss on extinguishment of debt(11)

Other(12)

___________________________________

2016 vs. 2015

$

$

45

5

21

(84)

(23)

(1)

—

(12)

(5)

14

26

(15)

2015 vs. 2014
65
14
(23)
(9)
—
47
21
6
6
52
7
—
186

(In millions)
Reportable segments and Corporate(1)
Amortization expense(2)
401(k) Plan corrective contribution(3)
Fumigation related matters(4)
Insurance reserve adjustment(5)
Impairment of software and other related costs(6)
Consulting agreement termination fees(7)
Restructuring charges(8)
Gain on sale of Merry Maids branches(9)
Interest expense(10)
Loss on extinguishment of debt(11)
Other(12)
(Decrease) increase in income from continuing operations before income taxes
___________________________________

2016 vs. 2015

$

45
5
21
(84)
(23)
(1)
—
(12)
(5)
14
26
(15)
(29) $

2015 vs. 2014
65
14
(23)
(9)
—
47
21
6
6
52
7
—
186

$

$

(Decrease) increase in income from continuing operations before income taxes

$

(29) $

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

Represents the net change in Adjusted EBITDA as described in “—Segment Review.” 

Represents the net change in amortization expense as described in “—Amortization Expense.”

Represents the $2 million and $23 million charges recorded in the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively, 

related to the 401(k) Plan as described in “—401(k) Plan Corrective Contribution.”

(1)

(2)

(3)

Represents the net change in Adjusted EBITDA as described in “—Segment Review.” 

Represents the net change in amortization expense as described in “—Amortization Expense.”

Represents the $2 million and $23 million charges recorded in the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively, 
related to the 401(k) Plan as described in “—401(k) Plan Corrective Contribution.”

Represents the $93 million and $9 million charges for fumigation related matters recorded in the years ended December 31, 

(4)

2016 and 2015, respectively, a described in “—Fumigation Related Matters.”

Represents the $93 million and $9 million charges for fumigation related matters recorded in the years ended December 31, 
2016 and 2015, respectively, a described in “—Fumigation Related Matters.”

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(5)

(6)

(7)

(8)

(9)

(10)

(11)

(12)

Represents the $23 million insurance reserve adjustment recorded in the year ended December 31, 2016 as described in “—
Insurance Reserve Adjustment.”

Represents impairment charges of $1 million and $47 million recorded in the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2014, 
respectively, as described in “—Impairment of Software and Other Related Costs.” 

Represents the consulting agreement termination fees of $21 million recorded in the year ended December 31, 2014 as 
described in “—Consulting Agreement Termination Fees.”

Represents the $17 million, $5 million and $11 million charges recorded in the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 
2014, respectively, as described in “—Restructuring Charges.” 

Represents the $2 million, $7 million and $1 million gains in the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014,
respectively, as described in “—Gain on Sale of Merry Maids branches.”

Represents the net change in interest expense as described in “—Interest Expense.”

Represents the $32 million, $58 million and $65 million loss on extinguishment of debt recorded in the years ended 
December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, respectively, as described in “—Loss on Extinguishment of Debt.”

Primarily represents the net change in management and consulting fees, stock-based compensation, secondary offering fees 
and depreciation.

Provision for Income Taxes

The effective tax rate on income from continuing operations was 35.4 percent, 39.8 percent and 48.2 percent for the years 

ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, respectively. The effective tax rate on income from continuing operations for the year 
ended December 31, 2016 was favorably impacted by tax benefits relating to stock-based compensation and the resolution of certain 
prior year tax matters applied against lower pre-tax income. The effective tax rate on income from continuing operations for the year 
ended December 31, 2014 was affected by an adjustment to deferred state taxes as a result of a change in the state apportionment 
factors attributable to the spin-off of TruGreen in 2014. For 2014, the increased state tax expense applied against lower pre-tax income 
was the primary driver of a higher overall effective tax rate. Additional information on income taxes, including our effective tax rate 
reconciliation and liabilities for uncertain tax positions, can be found in Note 5 to the consolidated financial statements.   

Net Income (Loss)

Net income (loss) was $155 million, $160 million and $(57) million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2014 and 2014, 

respectively. The $5 million reduction for the year ended December 31, 2016 compared to the year ended December 31, 2015 was 
primarily driven by a $29 million reduction in income from continuing operations before income taxes, offset, in part, by a $22 million 
reduction in provision for income taxes. The $217 million improvement for the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year 
ended December 31, 2014 was primarily driven by a $186 million improvement in income from continuing operations before income 
taxes and a $98 million reduction in loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes, offset, in part, by a $67 million increase in 
provision for income taxes. 

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(In millions)

Revenue:

Terminix 

American Home Shield 

Franchise Services Group 

Corporate

Total Revenue: 

Adjusted EBITDA:(1)

Terminix 

American Home Shield 

Franchise Services Group 

Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA 

Corporate(2)

Total Adjusted EBITDA 

___________________________________

(1)

(2)

Terminix Segment

Represents unallocated corporate expenses.

December 31, 2014.

Revenue

Revenue by service line is as follows:

Segment Review

Segment Review

The following business segment reviews should be read in conjunction with the required footnote disclosures presented in the 

The following business segment reviews should be read in conjunction with the required footnote disclosures presented in the 

notes to the consolidated financial statements included in this report.

notes to the consolidated financial statements included in this report.

Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA by reportable segment and for Corporate are as follows:

Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA by reportable segment and for Corporate are as follows:

Year Ended December 31,

Increase (Decrease)

2016

2015

2014

2016 vs. 2015

2015 vs. 2014

$

$

$

$

$

1,524

1,020

200

2

2,746

371

220

79

670

(3)

667

$

$

$

$

$

1,444

$

1,370

917

232

2

2,594

347

205

77

630

(9)

622

$

$

$

$

828

253

7

2,457

309

179

78

566

(9)

557

6 %

11 %

(14) %

— %

6 %

7 %

7 %

3 %

6 %

(67) %

7 %

5 %
11 %
(8) %
(71) %
6 %

12 %
15 %
(1) %
11 %
— %
12 %

(In millions)
Revenue:

Terminix 
American Home Shield 
Franchise Services Group 
Corporate
Total Revenue: 
Adjusted EBITDA:(1)

Terminix 
American Home Shield 
Franchise Services Group 
Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA 
Corporate(2)

Total Adjusted EBITDA 
___________________________________

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2016

2014

2016 vs. 2015

2015 vs. 2014

Increase (Decrease)

$

$

$

$

$

1,524
1,020
200
2
2,746

371
220
79
670
(3)
667

$

$

$

$

$

1,444
917
232
2
2,594

347
205
77
630
(9)
622

$

$

$

$

$

1,370
828
253
7
2,457

309
179
78
566
(9)
557

6 %
11 %
(14) %
— %
6 %

7 %
7 %
3 %
6 %
(67) %
7 %

5 %
11 %
(8) %
(71) %
6 %

12 %
15 %
(1) %
11 %
— %
12 %

For our definition of Adjusted EBITDA and a reconciliation to net income (loss), see “—Selected Historical Financial Data.”

(1)

For our definition of Adjusted EBITDA and a reconciliation to net income (loss), see “—Selected Historical Financial Data.”

(2)

Represents unallocated corporate expenses.

Terminix Segment

The Terminix segment, which provides termite and pest control services to residential and commercial customers and 

The Terminix segment, which provides termite and pest control services to residential and commercial customers and 

distributes pest control products, reported a six percent increase in revenue and a seven percent increase in Adjusted EBITDA for the 
year ended December 31, 2016 compared to the year ended December 31, 2015. The Terminix segment reported a five percent 
increase in revenue and a 12 percent increase in Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended 

distributes pest control products, reported a six percent increase in revenue and a seven percent increase in Adjusted EBITDA for the 
year ended December 31, 2016 compared to the year ended December 31, 2015. The Terminix segment reported a five percent 
increase in revenue and a 12 percent increase in Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended 
December 31, 2014.

Termite and Other Services

(In millions)

Pest Control

Other

Total revenue

Termite and Other Services

(In millions)

Pest Control

Other

Total revenue

Year Ended

December 31,

$

$

$

$ 1,524

$ 1,444

$

Year Ended

December 31,

$

$

$

812

559

73

758

542

70

875

571

77

812

559

73

$ 1,444

$ 1,370

$

63

13

4

80

54

17

3

74

8 % $

2 %

5 %

6 % $

7 % $

3 %

4 %

5 % $

55

5

—

60

26

4

—

30

7 % $

1 %

— %

4 % $

3 % $

1 %

— %

2 % $

8

8

4

20

28

13

3

44

2016

2015

Growth

Acquired

Organic

2015

2014

Growth

Acquired

Organic

Revenue

Revenue by service line is as follows:

(In millions)
Pest Control
Termite and Other Services
Other
Total revenue

1 %
1 %
5 %
1 %

(In millions)
Pest Control
Termite and Other Services
Other
Total revenue

4 %
2 %
4 %
3 %

Year Ended
December 31,

2016

2015

$

875
571
77
$ 1,524

$

812
559
73
$ 1,444

Year Ended
December 31,

2015

2014

$

812
559
73
$ 1,444

$

758
542
70
$ 1,370

$

$

$

$

Growth
63
13
4
80

8 % $
2 %
5 %
6 % $

Acquired
55
5
—
60

7 % $
1 %
— %
4 % $

Organic

8
8
4
20

1 %
1 %
5 %
1 %

Growth
54
17
3
74

7 % $
3 %
4 %
5 % $

Acquired
26
4
—
30

3 % $
1 %
— %
2 % $

Organic
28
13
3
44

4 %
2 %
4 %
3 %

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015 

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015 

Pest control revenue increased eight percent, reflecting the impact of the Alterra acquisition, improved price realization and 

Pest control revenue increased eight percent, reflecting the impact of the Alterra acquisition, improved price realization and 

growth in mosquito and bed bug services. Organic pest control revenue growth was negatively impacted by a $2 million organic 
revenue decline associated with Alterra. Excluding Alterra, organic pest control revenue growth was $10 million and one percent. 

growth in mosquito and bed bug services. Organic pest control revenue growth was negatively impacted by a $2 million organic 
revenue decline associated with Alterra. Excluding Alterra, organic pest control revenue growth was $10 million and one percent. 

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Termite revenue, including the wildlife exclusion, crawl space encapsulation and attic insulation products which are managed 

as a component of our termite line of business, increased two percent. In 2016, termite renewal revenue comprised 51 percent of total 
termite revenue, while the remainder consisted of termite new unit revenue. The increase in termite revenue reflects an increase in 
core termite sales and increased sales of wildlife exclusion and crawlspace encapsulation, offset, in part, by lower price realization 
driven by targeted offerings of bundled services. Termite activity is unpredictable in its nature. Factors that can impact termite activity 
include conducive weather conditions and consumer awareness of termite swarms.

Year Ended December 31, 2015 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2014 

Pest control revenue increased seven percent, reflecting improved price realization, a favorable product mix, the impact of the 

Alterra acquisition and growth in mosquito and bed bug services.

Termite revenue, including the wildlife exclusion, crawl space encapsulation and attic insulation products which are managed 
as a component of our termite line of business, increased three percent. In 2015, termite renewal revenue comprised 50 percent of total 
termite revenue, while the remainder consisted of termite new unit revenue. The increase in termite revenue reflects increased sales of 
wildlife exclusion, crawlspace encapsulation and attic insulation and improved price realization, offset, in part, by a decrease in core
termite sales. 

Adjusted EBITDA

The following table provides a summary of changes in the segment’s Adjusted EBITDA:  

(In millions)
Year Ended December 31, 2014
Impact of change in revenue 
Fuel prices
Sales costs
Incentive compensation
Cost reduction initiatives
Other 

Year Ended December 31, 2015
Impact of change in revenue 
Production labor
Fuel prices
Legal expense
Technology costs
Incentive compensation
Other 

Year Ended December 31, 2016

$

$

$

309
38
5
(11)
4
3
(1)
347
36
(6)
5
(4)
(12)
7
(2)
371

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015

The increase in production labor was driven by investments in field operations focused on improving safety, technician 

efficiency, customer service and retention. We realized lower fuel costs as a result of lower fuel prices in 2016. The increase in legal 
expense was driven by increased provisions for certain legal matters. The increase in technology costs was primarily due to an
acceleration of investments to transform our customers’ experiences through technology.

Year Ended December 31, 2015 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2014 

We realized lower fuel costs as a result of lower fuel prices in 2015. The increase in sales costs was primarily driven by 
investments to grow and train our sales force and higher commissions attributable to the growth in new products and pest control 
revenue.   

American Home Shield Segment

The American Home Shield segment, which provides home warranties for household systems and appliances, reported an 11
percent increase in revenue and a seven percent increase in Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2016 compared to the 
year ended December 31, 2015. The American Home Shield segment reported an 11 percent increase in revenue and a 15 percent 
increase in Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014.

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The growth in renewable customer counts and customer retention are presented below. 

The growth in renewable customer counts and customer retention are presented below. 

As of December 31,

2016(1)

2015

2014(2)

15 %

76 %

7 %

75 %

American Home Shield

15 %
75 %

Growth in Home Warranties
Customer Retention Rate

___________________________________

2016(1)

As of December 31,
2015

2014(2)

15 %
76 %

7 %
75 %

15 %
75 %

As of December 31, 2016, excluding the OneGuard and Landmark accounts acquired on June 27, 2016 and November 30, 
2016, respectively, the growth in home warranties was seven percent, and, excluding all OneGuard and Landmark accounts, 

(1)

the customer retention rate for our American Home Shield segment was 75 percent.

As of December 31, 2016, excluding the OneGuard and Landmark accounts acquired on June 27, 2016 and November 30, 
2016, respectively, the growth in home warranties was seven percent, and, excluding all OneGuard and Landmark accounts, 
the customer retention rate for our American Home Shield segment was 75 percent.

As of December 31, 2014, excluding the HSA accounts acquired on February 28, 2014, the growth in home warranties was 
five percent, and, excluding all HSA accounts, the customer retention rate for our American Home Shield segment was 76 

(2)

As of December 31, 2014, excluding the HSA accounts acquired on February 28, 2014, the growth in home warranties was 
five percent, and, excluding all HSA accounts, the customer retention rate for our American Home Shield segment was 76 
percent.  

Revenue

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015

The revenue results reflect an increase in new unit sales, improved price realization and the impact of the OneGuard and 

The revenue results reflect an increase in new unit sales, improved price realization and the impact of the OneGuard and 

Landmark acquisitions (an approximate $22 million increase). 

Landmark acquisitions (an approximate $22 million increase). 

Year Ended December 31, 2015 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2014 

Year Ended December 31, 2015 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2014 

The revenue results reflect an increase in new unit sales, improved price realization, a favorable product mix and the impact 

The revenue results reflect an increase in new unit sales, improved price realization, a favorable product mix and the impact 

of the HSA acquisition (an approximate $10 million increase as a result of the acquisition on February 28, 2014). 

of the HSA acquisition (an approximate $10 million increase as a result of the acquisition on February 28, 2014). 

The following table provides a summary of changes in the segment’s Adjusted EBITDA:  

The following table provides a summary of changes in the segment’s Adjusted EBITDA:  

Adjusted EBITDA

$

$

$

179
57
(33)
2
(5)
(4)
2
4
1
2
205
62
(17)
(12)
(7)
(8)
(4)
2
(3)
2
220

(In millions)
Year Ended December 31, 2014
Impact of change in revenue  
Contract claims 
Marketing costs
Customer services costs
HSA selling and administrative expenses 
Technology costs
Incentive compensation
Cost reduction initiatives
Interest and net investment income 

Year Ended December 31, 2015
Impact of change in revenue  
Contract claims 
Sales and marketing costs
Technology costs
OneGuard and Landmark selling and administrative expenses 
Customer services costs
Incentive compensation
Interest and net investment income 
Other

Year Ended December 31, 2016

$

$

$

179
57
(33)
2
(5)
(4)
2
4
1
2
205
62
(17)
(12)
(7)
(8)
(4)
2
(3)
2
220

American Home Shield

Growth in Home Warranties

Customer Retention Rate

___________________________________

(1)

(2)

percent.  

Revenue

HSA selling and administrative expenses 

Adjusted EBITDA

(In millions)

Year Ended December 31, 2014

Impact of change in revenue  

Contract claims 

Marketing costs

Customer services costs

Technology costs

Incentive compensation

Cost reduction initiatives

Interest and net investment income 

Year Ended December 31, 2015

Impact of change in revenue  

Contract claims 

Sales and marketing costs

Technology costs

Customer services costs

Incentive compensation

Interest and net investment income 

Other

Year Ended December 31, 2016

OneGuard and Landmark selling and administrative expenses 

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015

The increase in contract claims cost was primarily driven by normal inflationary pressure on the underlying costs of repairs.

The increase in contract claims cost was primarily driven by normal inflationary pressure on the underlying costs of repairs.

Extreme temperatures in 2017 could lead to an increase in service requests related to household systems, resulting in higher claim 

frequency and costs. 

Extreme temperatures in 2017 could lead to an increase in service requests related to household systems, resulting in higher claim 
frequency and costs. 

The increase in sales and marketing costs was primarily driven by the shift in the timing of a holiday mail campaign from the
fourth quarter of 2015 to the first quarter of 2016 and, to a lesser extent, an increase in sales commissions. The increase in technology 
costs was primarily due to an acceleration of investments to improve our customers’ experiences through technology. Additionally, we 
incurred incremental selling and administrative expenses as a result of the OneGuard and Landmark acquisitions. The increase in 

The increase in sales and marketing costs was primarily driven by the shift in the timing of a holiday mail campaign from the
fourth quarter of 2015 to the first quarter of 2016 and, to a lesser extent, an increase in sales commissions. The increase in technology 
costs was primarily due to an acceleration of investments to improve our customers’ experiences through technology. Additionally, we 
incurred incremental selling and administrative expenses as a result of the OneGuard and Landmark acquisitions. The increase in 

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customer service costs was due to higher labor costs resulting from an acceleration of pre-season hiring and training in preparation for 
the high-volume summer season. 

In 2016 and 2015, the segment’s Adjusted EBITDA included interest and net investment income from the American Home 

Shield investment portfolio of $5 million and $8 million, respectively.

Year Ended December 31, 2015 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2014

The increase in contract claims cost was driven by an increase in the average cost per service request associated with 
appliance repairs due to greater use of more expensive out-of-network contractors, largely in the fourth quarter, and, to a lesser extent, 
by warmer summer temperatures in 2015 and normal inflationary pressure on the underlying costs of repairs. 

The increase in customer service costs was due to higher labor costs resulting from customer growth. Additionally, we 

incurred incremental selling and administrative expenses as a result of the HSA acquisition on February 28, 2014. The decrease in 
technology costs was driven by our decision in the first quarter of 2014 to abandon efforts to deploy a new operating system.  

In 2015 and 2014, the segment’s Adjusted EBITDA included interest and net investment income from the American Home 

Shield investment portfolio of $8 million and $6 million, respectively.

Franchise Services Group Segment

The Franchise Services Group segment, which consists of the ServiceMaster Restore (disaster restoration), ServiceMaster 
Clean (janitorial), Merry Maids (residential cleaning), Furniture Medic (cabinet and wood furniture repair) and AmeriSpec (home 
inspection) businesses, reported a 14 percent decrease in revenue and a three percent increase in Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended 
December 31, 2016 compared to the year ended December 31, 2015. The Franchise Services Group segment reported an eight percent 
decrease in revenue and a one percent decrease in Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year 
ended December 31, 2014.  

Revenue

Revenue by service line is as follows:

(In millions)
Royalty Fees 
Company-Owned Merry Maids Branches 
Janitorial National Accounts 
Sales of Products 
Other 
Total revenue 

Year Ended December 31, 
2015

2014

2016

% of Revenue
2016

$

$

120
8
43
16
14
200

$

$

117
42
41
18
14
232

$

$

118
62
36
23
14
253

60 %
4 %
21 %
8 %
7 %
100 %

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015

The increase in royalty fees was primarily driven by higher disaster restoration services and a $2 million increase attributable 

to the branch conversions. Approximately $33 million of the decline in revenue from company-owned Merry Maids branches was
attributable to the branch conversions with the remainder of the decline attributable to a decrease in new unit sales. The increase in 
revenue from janitorial national accounts was driven by increased sales activity. We intend to continue to focus on expanding our 
market share in janitorial national accounts. The decrease in sales of products was driven by lower franchisee demand.

In 2014, we began converting company-owned Merry Maids locations to franchises. During the year ended December 31, 

2016, we converted 28 company-owned Merry Maids branches to franchises, and as of October 10, 2016, the branch conversion 
process was complete. As a result of the completion of the branch conversions, we do not expect any significant future revenues from 
company-owned Merry Maids branches. We expect this decline to be offset, in part, by modest increases in royalty fees. 

Year Ended December 31, 2015 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2014 

The decrease in royalty fees was primarily driven by lower disaster restoration services, offset, in part, by a $1 million 

increase attributable to the branch conversions. Approximately $17 million of the decline in revenue from company-owned Merry 
Maids branches was attributable to the branch conversions with the remainder of the decline attributable to a decrease in new unit 
sales. The increase in revenue from janitorial national accounts was driven by strong sales activity. The decrease in sales of products 
was driven by lower franchisee demand.

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$

$

$

$

$

$

Adjusted EBITDA

(In millions)

Year Ended December 31, 2014

Impact of change in revenue  

Sale of Merry Maids branches

Sales and marketing costs

Cost reduction initiatives

Year Ended December 31, 2015

Impact of change in revenue  

Sale of Merry Maids branches

Incentive compensation

Cost reduction initiatives

Other

Year Ended December 31, 2016

Corporate

2014.

Adjusted EBITDA

(In millions)

Year Ended December 31, 2014

Insurance program 

Other

Other

Year Ended December 31, 2015

Insurance program 

Year Ended December 31, 2016

The following table provides a summary of changes in the segment’s Adjusted EBITDA:  

The following table provides a summary of changes in the segment’s Adjusted EBITDA:  

Adjusted EBITDA

(In millions)
Year Ended December 31, 2014
Impact of change in revenue  
Sale of Merry Maids branches
Sales and marketing costs
Cost reduction initiatives
Year Ended December 31, 2015
Impact of change in revenue  
Sale of Merry Maids branches
Incentive compensation
Cost reduction initiatives
Other

Year Ended December 31, 2016

78
(5)
(2)
3
3
77
(1)
(3)
1
4
1
79

$

$

$

78
(5)
(2)
3
3
77
(1)
(3)
1
4
1
79

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015

The impact of the decrease in revenue on Adjusted EBITDA was driven by the decrease in revenue from company-owned 
Merry Maids branches and sales of products, offset, in part, by the increase in royalty fees and relatively low margin revenue from 

janitorial national accounts.

The impact of the decrease in revenue on Adjusted EBITDA was driven by the decrease in revenue from company-owned 
Merry Maids branches and sales of products, offset, in part, by the increase in royalty fees and relatively low margin revenue from 
janitorial national accounts.

We realized a reduction in Adjusted EBITDA of $3 million as a result of the branch conversions.

We realized a reduction in Adjusted EBITDA of $3 million as a result of the branch conversions.

Year Ended December 31, 2015 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2014 

Year Ended December 31, 2015 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2014 

The impact of the decrease in revenue on Adjusted EBITDA was driven by the decrease in royalty fees, revenue from 

The impact of the decrease in revenue on Adjusted EBITDA was driven by the decrease in royalty fees, revenue from 

company-owned Merry Maids branches and sales of products, offset, in part, by the increase in relatively low margin revenue from 

janitorial national accounts.

company-owned Merry Maids branches and sales of products, offset, in part, by the increase in relatively low margin revenue from 
janitorial national accounts.

We realized a reduction in Adjusted EBITDA of $2 million as a result of the branch conversions.

We realized a reduction in Adjusted EBITDA of $2 million as a result of the branch conversions.

Corporate reported a $6 million increase in Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2016 compared to the year 

Corporate reported a $6 million increase in Adjusted EBITDA for the year ended December 31, 2016 compared to the year 

ended December 31, 2015. Adjusted EBITDA for Corporate for the year ended December 31, 2015 was comparable to December 31, 

ended December 31, 2015. Adjusted EBITDA for Corporate for the year ended December 31, 2015 was comparable to December 31, 
2014.

The following table provides a summary of changes in Corporate’s Adjusted EBITDA: 

The following table provides a summary of changes in Corporate’s Adjusted EBITDA: 

Adjusted EBITDA

Corporate

(In millions)
Year Ended December 31, 2014

Insurance program 
Other

Year Ended December 31, 2015

Insurance program 
Other

Year Ended December 31, 2016

(9)
4
(4)
(9)
5
1
(3)

$

$

$

(9)
4
(4)
(9)
5
1
(3)

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015

Year Ended December 31, 2016 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2015

The decrease in expense related to our automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation insurance program was 

The decrease in expense related to our automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation insurance program was 

driven by the impact of increased reserves of $4 million and $9 million recorded in 2016 and 2015, respectively, driven by 

unfavorable claims trends. The unfavorable claims trends for 2016 were impacted by a charge of $3 million in connection with civil 
claims related to an incident at a family’s residence in Palm Beach County, Florida, and the unfavorable claims trends for 2015 were 
impacted by a charge of $3 million in connection with civil claims related to an incident at a resort in St. John in the U.S. Virgin 
Islands. Each of the $3 million charges are amounts equal to our insurance deductible under our general liability insurance program.  

driven by the impact of increased reserves of $4 million and $9 million recorded in 2016 and 2015, respectively, driven by 
unfavorable claims trends. The unfavorable claims trends for 2016 were impacted by a charge of $3 million in connection with civil 
claims related to an incident at a family’s residence in Palm Beach County, Florida, and the unfavorable claims trends for 2015 were 
impacted by a charge of $3 million in connection with civil claims related to an incident at a resort in St. John in the U.S. Virgin 
Islands. Each of the $3 million charges are amounts equal to our insurance deductible under our general liability insurance program.  

Year Ended December 31, 2015 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2014 

Year Ended December 31, 2015 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2014 

The decrease in expense related to our automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation insurance program was 

The decrease in expense related to our automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation insurance program was 

driven by the impact of increased reserves of $9 million and $13 million recorded in 2015 and 2014, respectively, driven by 

unfavorable claims trends. The unfavorable claims trends for 2015 were impacted by a charge of $3 million in connection with civil 

driven by the impact of increased reserves of $9 million and $13 million recorded in 2015 and 2014, respectively, driven by 
unfavorable claims trends. The unfavorable claims trends for 2015 were impacted by a charge of $3 million in connection with civil 

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claims related to an incident at a resort in St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. The $3 million charge is an amount equal to our 
insurance deductible under our general liability insurance program.  

Discontinued Operations

TruGreen Spin-off

On January 14, 2014, we completed a separation transaction (the “TruGreen Spin-off”), resulting in the spin-off of the assets 

and certain liabilities of the business that comprises the lawn, tree and shrub care services previously conducted by ServiceMaster 
primarily under the TruGreen brand name (collectively, the “TruGreen Business”) through a tax-free, pro rata dividend to our
stockholders. As a result of the completion of the TruGreen Spin-off, TruGreen Holding Corporation (“New TruGreen”) operates the 
TruGreen Business as a private independent company.   

In connection with the TruGreen Spin-off, we entered into a transition services agreement with New TruGreen pursuant to 

which we provide New TruGreen with specified communications, public relations, finance and accounting, tax, treasury, internal 
audit, human resources operations and benefits, risk management and insurance, supply management, real estate management, 
marketing, facilities, information technology and other support services. The charges for the transition services are designed to allow 
us to fully recover the direct costs of providing the services, plus specified margins and any out-of-pocket costs and expenses. The 
services provided under the transition services agreement terminated at various specified times on or prior to December 31, 2016, 
except certain information technology services which we have entered into an agreement with New TruGreen to extend through June 
30, 2018. New TruGreen may terminate the extended transition services agreement for convenience upon 90 days written notice.  

Under this transition services agreement, in the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, we recorded $9 million, $25

million and $36 million, respectively, of fees from New TruGreen, which is included as a reduction, net of costs incurred, in Selling 
and administrative expenses in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income (loss). As of December 31, 2016,
all amounts owed by New TruGreen under this agreement have been paid.

During the year ended December 31, 2014, we processed certain of New TruGreen’s accounts payable transactions. Through 
this process, in the year ended December 31, 2014, $97 million was paid on New TruGreen’s behalf, all of which was repaid by New 
TruGreen.

In addition, we, New TruGreen and TruGreen Limited Partnership entered into (1) a separation and distribution agreement 

containing key provisions relating to the separation of the TruGreen Business and the distribution of New TruGreen common stock to 
our stockholders (including relating to specified TruGreen legal matters with respect to which we have agreed to retain liability, as 
well as insurance coverage, non-competition, indemnification and other matters), (2) an employee matters agreement allocating 
liabilities and responsibilities relating to employee benefit plans and programs and other related matters and (3) a tax matters 
agreement governing the respective rights, responsibilities and obligations of the parties thereto with respect to taxes, including 
allocating liabilities for income taxes attributable to New TruGreen and its subsidiaries generally to us for tax periods (or portions 
thereof) ending on or before January 14, 2014 and generally to New TruGreen for tax periods (or portions thereof) beginning after that 
date.

Financial Information of Discontinued Operations

Loss income from discontinued operations, net of income taxes, for all periods presented includes the operating results of the 

previously sold businesses.

The operating results of discontinued operations are as follows:

Year Ended December 31,
2015

$

2016

(In millions)
Revenue 
Cost of services rendered and products sold
Selling and administrative expenses
Trade name impairment(1)
Restructuring charges
Loss before income taxes(1)
Benefit for income taxes(1)
Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes(1)
___________________________________
(1) During the year ended December 31, 2014, the Company recorded a pre-tax non-cash impairment charge of $139 million ($84 
million, net of tax) associated with the trade name at its former TruGreen business, which is reported in Loss from discontinued 
operations, net of income taxes in the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss).

— $
—
3
—
—
(3)
(1)
(2) $

— $
—
1
—
—
(1)
—
(1) $

6
12
14
139
3
(161)
(61)
(100)

2014

$

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Liquidity and Capital Resources

Liquidity

Liquidity and Capital Resources

Liquidity

We are highly leveraged, and a substantial portion of our liquidity needs are due to service requirements on our significant 

We are highly leveraged, and a substantial portion of our liquidity needs are due to service requirements on our significant 

indebtedness. The agreements governing the Credit Facilities contain covenants that limit or restrict our ability, including the ability of 
certain of our subsidiaries, to incur additional indebtedness, repurchase debt, incur liens, sell assets, make certain payments (including 
dividends) and enter into transactions with affiliates. As of December 31, 2016, we were in compliance with the covenants under the 

agreements that were in effect on such date.

indebtedness. The agreements governing the Credit Facilities contain covenants that limit or restrict our ability, including the ability of 
certain of our subsidiaries, to incur additional indebtedness, repurchase debt, incur liens, sell assets, make certain payments (including 
dividends) and enter into transactions with affiliates. As of December 31, 2016, we were in compliance with the covenants under the 
agreements that were in effect on such date.

Our ongoing liquidity needs are expected to be funded by cash on hand, net cash provided by operating activities and, as 

Our ongoing liquidity needs are expected to be funded by cash on hand, net cash provided by operating activities and, as 

required, borrowings under the Credit Facilities. We expect that cash provided from operations and available capacity under the 
Revolving Credit Facility will provide sufficient funds to operate our business, make expected capital expenditures and meet our 
liquidity requirements for the following 12 months, including payment of interest and principal on our debt.  Cash and short- and long-
term marketable securities totaled $335 million as of December 31, 2016, compared with $377 million as of December 31, 2015. As 
of December 31, 2016, there were $35 million of letters of credit outstanding and $265 million of available borrowing capacity under 
the Revolving Credit Facility. The letters of credit are posted to satisfy collateral requirements under our automobile, general liability 

and workers’ compensation insurance program and fuel swap contracts.

required, borrowings under the Credit Facilities. We expect that cash provided from operations and available capacity under the 
Revolving Credit Facility will provide sufficient funds to operate our business, make expected capital expenditures and meet our 
liquidity requirements for the following 12 months, including payment of interest and principal on our debt.  Cash and short- and long-
term marketable securities totaled $335 million as of December 31, 2016, compared with $377 million as of December 31, 2015. As 
of December 31, 2016, there were $35 million of letters of credit outstanding and $265 million of available borrowing capacity under 
the Revolving Credit Facility. The letters of credit are posted to satisfy collateral requirements under our automobile, general liability 
and workers’ compensation insurance program and fuel swap contracts.

On February 23, 2016, our board of directors authorized a three-year share repurchase program, under which we may 

repurchase up to $300 million of outstanding shares of our common stock. As of December 31, 2016, we have repurchased $60 
million of outstanding shares, which is included in treasury stock on the consolidated statements of financial position.  Additionally, 
for January 1, 2017 through February 17, 2017, we purchased 1.1 million shares of common stock at an average price paid per share 

of $37.50. 

On February 23, 2016, our board of directors authorized a three-year share repurchase program, under which we may 
repurchase up to $300 million of outstanding shares of our common stock. As of December 31, 2016, we have repurchased $60 
million of outstanding shares, which is included in treasury stock on the consolidated statements of financial position.  Additionally, 
for January 1, 2017 through February 17, 2017, we purchased 1.1 million shares of common stock at an average price paid per share 
of $37.50. 

In 2016, we settled all civil claims of the affected families related to the U.S. Virgin Islands and Florida fumigation matters, 

In 2016, we settled all civil claims of the affected families related to the U.S. Virgin Islands and Florida fumigation matters, 

and payments in connection with those claims totaled $90 million ($56 million, net of tax). We have also sought to resolve by plea 

agreement the federal criminal consequences related to the U.S. Virgin Islands matter pursuant to which we expect to pay 

approximately $10 million. See Note 9 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

and payments in connection with those claims totaled $90 million ($56 million, net of tax). We have also sought to resolve by plea 
agreement the federal criminal consequences related to the U.S. Virgin Islands matter pursuant to which we expect to pay 
approximately $10 million. See Note 9 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

We have submitted to the IRS a voluntary correction proposal to remedy an administrative error related to our Profit Sharing 

We have submitted to the IRS a voluntary correction proposal to remedy an administrative error related to our Profit Sharing 

and Retirement Plan. Our current estimate of the cost of the correction ranges from $25 million to approximately $92 million. See 

Note 11 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.  

and Retirement Plan. Our current estimate of the cost of the correction ranges from $25 million to approximately $92 million. See 
Note 11 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.  

Cash and short- and long-term marketable securities include balances associated with regulatory requirements at American 

Cash and short- and long-term marketable securities include balances associated with regulatory requirements at American 

Home Shield. See “—Limitations on Distributions and Dividends by Subsidiaries.” American Home Shield’s investment portfolio has 
been invested in a combination of high-quality, debt securities and equity securities. We closely monitor the performance of the 
investments. From time to time, we review the statutory reserve requirements to which our regulated entities are subject and any 
changes to such requirements. These reviews may result in identifying current reserve levels above or below minimum statutory

reserve requirements, in which case we may adjust our reserves. The reviews may also identify opportunities to satisfy certain 

regulatory reserve requirements through alternate financial vehicles.

Home Shield. See “—Limitations on Distributions and Dividends by Subsidiaries.” American Home Shield’s investment portfolio has 
been invested in a combination of high-quality, debt securities and equity securities. We closely monitor the performance of the 
investments. From time to time, we review the statutory reserve requirements to which our regulated entities are subject and any 
changes to such requirements. These reviews may result in identifying current reserve levels above or below minimum statutory
reserve requirements, in which case we may adjust our reserves. The reviews may also identify opportunities to satisfy certain 
regulatory reserve requirements through alternate financial vehicles.

As of December 31, 2016, we had posted $31 million in letters of credit, which were issued under the Revolving Credit 

As of December 31, 2016, we had posted $31 million in letters of credit, which were issued under the Revolving Credit 

Facility, and $95 million of cash, which is included in Restricted cash on the consolidated statements of financial position, as 

collateral under our automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation insurance program. This amount is not related to the 
payments made in connection with fumigation related matters. We may from time to time change the amount of cash or marketable 

securities used to satisfy collateral requirements under our automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation insurance

program.  The amount of cash or marketable securities utilized to satisfy these collateral requirements will depend on the relative cost
of the issuance of letters of credit under the Revolving Credit Facility and our cash position.  Any change in cash or marketable 
securities used as collateral would result is a corresponding change in our available borrowing capacity under the Revolving Credit 

Facility.

Facility, and $95 million of cash, which is included in Restricted cash on the consolidated statements of financial position, as 
collateral under our automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation insurance program. This amount is not related to the 
payments made in connection with fumigation related matters. We may from time to time change the amount of cash or marketable 
securities used to satisfy collateral requirements under our automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation insurance
program.  The amount of cash or marketable securities utilized to satisfy these collateral requirements will depend on the relative cost
of the issuance of letters of credit under the Revolving Credit Facility and our cash position.  Any change in cash or marketable 
securities used as collateral would result is a corresponding change in our available borrowing capacity under the Revolving Credit 
Facility.

Additionally, under the terms of our fuel swap contracts, we are required to post collateral in the event the fair value of the 

Additionally, under the terms of our fuel swap contracts, we are required to post collateral in the event the fair value of the 

contracts exceeds a certain agreed upon liability level and in other circumstances required by the agreement with the counterparty. As 
of December 31, 2016, the estimated fair value of our fuel swap contracts was a net asset of $5 million, and we had posted $3 million 
in letters of credit as collateral under our fuel hedging program, which were also issued under the Revolving Credit Facility. The 
continued use of letters of credit for this purpose in the future could limit our ability to post letters of credit for other purposes and 

could limit our borrowing availability under the Revolving Credit Facility. However, we do not expect the fair value of the 

outstanding fuel swap contracts to materially impact our financial position or liquidity. 

contracts exceeds a certain agreed upon liability level and in other circumstances required by the agreement with the counterparty. As 
of December 31, 2016, the estimated fair value of our fuel swap contracts was a net asset of $5 million, and we had posted $3 million 
in letters of credit as collateral under our fuel hedging program, which were also issued under the Revolving Credit Facility. The 
continued use of letters of credit for this purpose in the future could limit our ability to post letters of credit for other purposes and 
could limit our borrowing availability under the Revolving Credit Facility. However, we do not expect the fair value of the 
outstanding fuel swap contracts to materially impact our financial position or liquidity. 

We may from time to time repurchase or otherwise retire or extend our debt and/or take other steps to reduce our debt or 

We may from time to time repurchase or otherwise retire or extend our debt and/or take other steps to reduce our debt or 

otherwise improve our financial position, results of operations or cash flows. These actions may include open market debt 

repurchases, negotiated repurchases, other retirements of outstanding debt and/or opportunistic refinancing of debt. The amount of 
debt that may be repurchased or otherwise retired or refinanced, if any, will depend on market conditions, trading levels of our debt,

our cash position, compliance with debt covenants and other considerations. 

otherwise improve our financial position, results of operations or cash flows. These actions may include open market debt 
repurchases, negotiated repurchases, other retirements of outstanding debt and/or opportunistic refinancing of debt. The amount of 
debt that may be repurchased or otherwise retired or refinanced, if any, will depend on market conditions, trading levels of our debt,
our cash position, compliance with debt covenants and other considerations. 

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Refinancing of Indebtedness

On November 8, 2016, we entered into a $1,650 million Term Loan Facility and a $300 million Revolving Credit Facility 

and sold $750 million of 2024 Notes. Borrowings under the Term Loan Facility and the 2024 Notes were used to repay the remaining 
outstanding $2,356 million in aggregate principal amount of the Old Term Loan Facility. In connection with the repayment, we 
recorded a loss on extinguishment of debt of $32 million in the year ended December 31, 2016, which includes the write-off of $14 
million of original issue discount and $18 million of debt issuance costs. In addition, $38 million of proceeds was used to pay debt 
issuance costs of $34 million and original issue discount of $4 million in connection with the Term Loan Facility, the Revolving 
Credit Facility and the 2024 Notes. 

On November 7, 2016, we entered into a seven-year interest rate swap agreement effective November 8, 2016. The notional 
amount of the agreement was $650 million. Under the terms of the agreement, we will pay a fixed rate of interest of 1.493 percent on 
the $650 million notional amount, and we will receive a floating rate of interest (based on one-month LIBOR, subject to a floor of 
zero percent) on the notional amount. Therefore, during the term of the agreement, the effective interest rate on $650 million of the 
Term Loan Facility is fixed at a rate of 1.493 percent, plus the incremental borrowing margin of 2.50 percent. On November 8, 2016, 
the Company terminated the then-existing interest rate swap agreements and paid $10 million in connection with the terminations.

Fleet and Equipment Financing Arrangements

We have entered into a fleet management services agreement (the “Fleet Agreement”) which, among other things, allows us 

to obtain fleet vehicles through a leasing program. We expect to fulfill substantially all of our vehicle fleet needs through the leasing 
program under the Fleet Agreement. For the year ended December 31, 2016, we acquired $61 million of vehicles through the leasing 
program under the Fleet Agreement. All leases under the Fleet Agreement are capital leases for accounting purposes. The lease rental 
payments include an interest component calculated using a variable rate based on one-month LIBOR plus other contractual 
adjustments and a borrowing margin totaling 2.45 percent. We have no minimum commitment for the number of vehicles to be 
obtained under the Fleet Agreement. We anticipate new lease financings for the full year 2017 will range from approximately $30
million to $40 million.

Limitations on Distributions and Dividends by Subsidiaries

We are a holding company, and as such have no independent operations or material assets other than ownership of equity 

interests in our subsidiaries. We depend on our subsidiaries to distribute funds to us so that we may pay obligations and expenses, 
including satisfying obligations with respect to indebtedness. The ability of our subsidiaries to make distributions and dividends to us 
depends on their operating results, cash requirements and financial condition and general business conditions, as well as restrictions 
under the laws of our subsidiaries’ jurisdictions.

The agreements governing the Credit Facilities may restrict the ability of our subsidiaries to pay dividends, make loans or 

otherwise transfer assets to us. Further, our subsidiaries are permitted under the terms of the Credit Facilities and other indebtedness to 
incur additional indebtedness that may restrict or prohibit the making of distributions, the payment of dividends or the making of loans 
by such subsidiaries to us.

Furthermore, there are third-party restrictions on the ability of certain of our subsidiaries to transfer funds to us. These 

restrictions are related to regulatory requirements at American Home Shield and to a subsidiary borrowing arrangement at SMAC. The 
payments of ordinary and extraordinary dividends by our home warranty and similar subsidiaries (through which we conduct our 
American Home Shield business) are subject to significant regulatory restrictions under the laws and regulations of the states in which 
they operate. Among other things, such laws and regulations require certain such subsidiaries to maintain minimum capital and net 
worth requirements and may limit the amount of ordinary and extraordinary dividends and other payments that these subsidiaries can 
pay to us. As of December 31, 2016, the total net assets subject to these third-party restrictions was $173 million. We expect that such 
limitations will be in effect for the foreseeable future.  None of our subsidiaries are obligated to make funds available to us through the 
payment of dividends.

We consider undistributed earnings of our foreign subsidiaries as of December 31, 2016 to be indefinitely reinvested and, 

accordingly, no U.S. income taxes have been provided thereon. Cumulative undistributed earnings of our foreign subsidiaries 
amounted to $60 million and $56 million as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively. Should these earnings become taxable, we 
could be subject to U.S. income taxes (subject to an adjustment for foreign tax credits) and withholding taxes in various jurisdictions. 
The amount of cash associated with indefinitely reinvested foreign earnings was approximately $23 million and $17 million as of 
December 31, 2016 and December 31, 2015, respectively. We have not repatriated, nor do we anticipate the need to repatriate, funds 
to the United States to satisfy domestic liquidity needs arising in the ordinary course of business, including liquidity needs associated 
with our domestic debt service requirements.

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(In millions)

Net cash provided from (used for):

Operating activities 

Investing activities 

Financing activities 

Discontinued operations 

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash

Cash increase (decrease) during the period 

Operating Activities

December 31, 2014.

Cash Flows

Cash Flows

Cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities, as reflected in the accompanying consolidated statements of 

Cash flows from operating, investing and financing activities, as reflected in the accompanying consolidated statements of 

cash flows, are summarized in the following table.

cash flows, are summarized in the following table.

Year Ended December 31,

2016

2015

2014

$

$

325

$

(133)

(102)

—

—

89

$

398

(98)

(381)

(11)

(2)

$

(92) $

289
(56)
(312)
(15)
—
(95)

(In millions)
Net cash provided from (used for):

Operating activities 
Investing activities 
Financing activities 
Discontinued operations 

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash
Cash increase (decrease) during the period 

Operating Activities

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2014

2016

$

$

325
(133)
(102)
—
—
89

$

$

$

398
(98)
(381)
(11)
(2)
(92) $

289
(56)
(312)
(15)
—
(95)

debt.

Investing Activities

Net cash provided from operating activities from continuing operations decreased $73 million to $325 million for the year 

Net cash provided from operating activities from continuing operations decreased $73 million to $325 million for the year 

ended December 31, 2016 compared to $398 million for the year ended December 31, 2015 and $289 million for the year ended 

ended December 31, 2016 compared to $398 million for the year ended December 31, 2015 and $289 million for the year ended 
December 31, 2014.

Net cash provided from operating activities in 2016 comprised $431 million in earnings adjusted for non-cash charges, offset, 

Net cash provided from operating activities in 2016 comprised $431 million in earnings adjusted for non-cash charges, offset, 

in part, by $90 million in payments related to fumigation matters and a $16 million increase in cash required for working capital (a 
$22 million increase excluding the working capital impact of accrued interest, restructuring and taxes). For the year ended December 

31, 2016, working capital requirements were negatively impacted by timing of payments related to self-insured claims.

in part, by $90 million in payments related to fumigation matters and a $16 million increase in cash required for working capital (a 
$22 million increase excluding the working capital impact of accrued interest, restructuring and taxes). For the year ended December 
31, 2016, working capital requirements were negatively impacted by timing of payments related to self-insured claims.

Net cash provided from operating activities in 2015 comprised $406 million in earnings adjusted for non-cash charges, 

Net cash provided from operating activities in 2015 comprised $406 million in earnings adjusted for non-cash charges, 

offset, in part, by $1 million in payments related to fumigation matters and a $7 million increase in cash required for working capital 

(an $18 million decrease excluding the working capital impact of accrued interest, restructuring and taxes). For the year ended 

December 31, 2015, working capital requirements were negatively impacted by the timing of interest payments driven by the 

redemption of the 2020 Notes, offset, in part, by favorable changes in the payment terms with certain of our vendors.

offset, in part, by $1 million in payments related to fumigation matters and a $7 million increase in cash required for working capital 
(an $18 million decrease excluding the working capital impact of accrued interest, restructuring and taxes). For the year ended 
December 31, 2015, working capital requirements were negatively impacted by the timing of interest payments driven by the 
redemption of the 2020 Notes, offset, in part, by favorable changes in the payment terms with certain of our vendors.

Net cash provided from operating activities in 2014 comprised $303 million in earnings adjusted for non-cash charges, offset, 

Net cash provided from operating activities in 2014 comprised $303 million in earnings adjusted for non-cash charges, offset, 

in part, by a $14 million increase in cash required for working capital (a $3 million decrease excluding the working capital impact of 
accrued interest, restructuring and taxes). Accrued interest balances were reduced in 2014 as a result of the reduction in long-term 

in part, by a $14 million increase in cash required for working capital (a $3 million decrease excluding the working capital impact of 
accrued interest, restructuring and taxes). Accrued interest balances were reduced in 2014 as a result of the reduction in long-term 
debt.

Investing Activities

Net cash used for investing activities from continuing operations was $133 million for the year ended December 31, 2016

Net cash used for investing activities from continuing operations was $133 million for the year ended December 31, 2016

compared to $98 million for the year ended December 31, 2015 and $56 million for the year ended December 31, 2014. 

compared to $98 million for the year ended December 31, 2015 and $56 million for the year ended December 31, 2014. 

Capital expenditures increased to $56 million in 2016 from $40 million in 2015 and $35 million in 2014 and included 
recurring capital needs and information technology projects. We anticipate capital expenditures for the full year 2017 will range from 

$50 million to $60 million, reflecting recurring capital needs and the continuation of investments in information systems and 

productivity enhancing technology. We expect to fulfill our ongoing vehicle fleet needs through vehicle capital leases. We have no 

additional material capital commitments at this time.

Capital expenditures increased to $56 million in 2016 from $40 million in 2015 and $35 million in 2014 and included 
recurring capital needs and information technology projects. We anticipate capital expenditures for the full year 2017 will range from 
$50 million to $60 million, reflecting recurring capital needs and the continuation of investments in information systems and 
productivity enhancing technology. We expect to fulfill our ongoing vehicle fleet needs through vehicle capital leases. We have no 
additional material capital commitments at this time.

Proceeds from the sale of equipment and other assets was $8 million, $14 million and $2 million in 2016, 2015 and 2014, 

Proceeds from the sale of equipment and other assets was $8 million, $14 million and $2 million in 2016, 2015 and 2014, 

respectively, primarily driven by the branch conversions at Merry Maids. The branches were sold for a total purchase price of $9 
million, $17 million and $2 million, respectively. In 2016 and 2015, we received cash of $6 million and $13 million and provided 
financing of $2 million and $4 million respectively.  In 2014, we provided financing of $2 million. As of October 10, 2016, the branch 

conversion process was complete.

respectively, primarily driven by the branch conversions at Merry Maids. The branches were sold for a total purchase price of $9 
million, $17 million and $2 million, respectively. In 2016 and 2015, we received cash of $6 million and $13 million and provided 
financing of $2 million and $4 million respectively.  In 2014, we provided financing of $2 million. As of October 10, 2016, the branch 
conversion process was complete.

Cash payments for acquisitions totaled $121 million in 2016, compared with $92 million in 2015 and $58 million in 2014. On 
June 27, 2016, we acquired OneGuard for $61 million consisting of net cash consideration of $52 million and deferred payments of $9 
million. On November 30, 2016, we acquired Landmark for $39 million consisting of net cash consideration of $35 million and 
deferred payments of $5 million. Consideration paid for tuck-in acquisitions consisted of cash payments and debt payable to sellers. 

We expect to continue our tuck-in acquisition program at Terminix and to periodically evaluate other strategic acquisitions. 

Cash payments for acquisitions totaled $121 million in 2016, compared with $92 million in 2015 and $58 million in 2014. On 
June 27, 2016, we acquired OneGuard for $61 million consisting of net cash consideration of $52 million and deferred payments of $9 
million. On November 30, 2016, we acquired Landmark for $39 million consisting of net cash consideration of $35 million and 
deferred payments of $5 million. Consideration paid for tuck-in acquisitions consisted of cash payments and debt payable to sellers. 
We expect to continue our tuck-in acquisition program at Terminix and to periodically evaluate other strategic acquisitions. 

Cash flows provided from purchases, sales and maturities of securities, net, in 2016, 2015 and 2014 were $43 million, $26
million and $40 million, respectively, and were driven by the maturity and sale of marketable securities at American Home Shield.  

Cash flows provided from purchases, sales and maturities of securities, net, in 2016, 2015 and 2014 were $43 million, $26
million and $40 million, respectively, and were driven by the maturity and sale of marketable securities at American Home Shield.  

Cash flows used for notes receivable, net, were $3 million in 2016 and $6 million in 2015 and 2014 and were a result of 

Cash flows used for notes receivable, net, were $3 million in 2016 and $6 million in 2015 and 2014 and were a result of 

increased financing provided by SMAC to our franchisees and retail customers of our operating units. 

increased financing provided by SMAC to our franchisees and retail customers of our operating units. 

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Financing Activities

Net cash used for financing activities from continuing operations was $102 million for the year ended December 31, 2016 

compared to $381 million for the year ended December 31, 2015 and $312 million for the year ended December 31, 2014. 

During 2016, we entered into a $1,650 Term Loan Facility and sold $750 million of 2024 Notes and used the proceeds to 

repay the remaining outstanding $2,356 million in aggregate principal amount of the Old Term Facility. Additionally, we made 
scheduled principal payments on long-term debt of $61 million, paid $4 million in original issue discount, paid $34 million in debt 
issuance costs, repurchased $60 million of common stock and received $13 million from the issuance of common stock through the 
exercise of stock options and the sale of shares under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. 

During 2015, we borrowed an incremental $583 million, made scheduled principal payments on long-term debt of $45 

million and redeemed $390 million and $488 million in aggregate principal amount of our 8% 2020 Notes and 7% 2020 Notes, 
respectively, at a redemption price of 106.0% and 105.25%, respectively, of the principal amounts. Additionally, we paid $2 million in 
original issue discount, paid $5 million in debt issuance costs, paid $49 million for the call premium paid on the retirement of debt and 
received $16 million from the issuance of common stock through the exercise of stock options and the sale of shares under the 
Employee Stock Purchase Plan. 

On July 1, 2014, we completed the initial public offering of 41,285,000 shares of our common stock at a price of $17.00 per 
share, and we terminated the agreements governing the then-existing term loan facility and the then-existing revolving credit facility
and entered into the Old Credit Facilities. The net proceeds and use of proceeds in connection with the offering and related 
refinancing, which are included in financing activities from continuing operations during 2014, are as follows:
(In millions)
Net proceeds from the initial public offering 
Borrowings under the Old Term Loan Facility 
Repayment of the then-existing term loan facility
Partial redemption of 8% 2020 Notes
Partial redemption of 7% 2020 Notes
Call premium paid on the retirement of debt
Original issue discount paid in connection with the Old Term Loan Facility
Debt issuance costs paid in connection with the Old Term Loan Facility
Net cash used for financing activities in connection with the initial public offering

663
1,825
(2,187)
(210)
(263)
(35)
(18)
(24)
(249)

$

$

In addition to the aforementioned financing activities in connection with our initial public offering, during 2014, we made 
scheduled principal payments on long-term debt of $38 million and contributed $35 million to New TruGreen in connection with the 
TruGreen Spin-off. Additionally, during 2014, we paid $6 million for the purchase of common stock and RSUs and received $16 
million from the issuance of common stock.

Contractual Obligations

The following table presents our contractual obligations and commitments as of December 31, 2016.

(In millions)
Principal repayments* 
Capital leases* 
Estimated interest payments(1)
Non-cancelable operating leases(2)
Purchase obligations(3)
Insurance claims* 
Other, including deferred compensation trust* 
Total amount 
__________________________________

Total

2,826
88
978
134
89
232
8
4,355

Less than 1 Yr
32
$
27
129
21
65
111
2
387

$

$

$

$

$

1 - 3 Yrs

3 - 5 Yrs

158
39
241
30
22
51
1
542

$

$

41
20
233
18
2
22
1
337

More than 5 Yrs
2,595
$
2
375
65
—
48
4
3,089

$

* 

(1)

These items are reported in the consolidated statements of financial position.

These amounts represent future interest payments related to existing debt obligations based on fixed and variable interest 
rates and principal maturities specified in the associated debt agreements. As of December 31, 2016, payments related to 
variable debt are based on applicable rates at December 31, 2016 plus the specified margin in the associated debt agreements 
for each period presented. As of December 31, 2016, the estimated debt balance (including capital leases) as of each fiscal 
year end from 2017 through 2021 is $2,855 million, $2,701 million, $2,658 million, $2,620 million and $2,597 million, 
respectively. The weighted-average interest rate on the estimated debt balances at each fiscal year end from 2017 through 
2021 is expected to be 4.4 percent. See Note 12 to the consolidated financial statements for the terms and maturities of 
existing debt obligations.

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(2)

(3)

These amounts primarily represent future payments relating to real estate operating leases. A portion of our vehicle fleet and 

(2)

some equipment are leased through cancelable operating leases and are therefore excluded in the table above. 

These amounts primarily represent future payments relating to real estate operating leases. A portion of our vehicle fleet and 
some equipment are leased through cancelable operating leases and are therefore excluded in the table above. 

These obligations include commitments for various products and services including, among other things, inventory 

(3)

purchases, telecommunications services, marketing and advertising services and other professional services. Arrangements 
are considered purchase obligations if a contract specifies all significant terms, including fixed or minimum quantities to be
purchased, a pricing structure and approximate timing of the transactions. Most arrangements are cancelable without a 
significant penalty and with short notice (usually 30-120 days) and amounts reflected above include our minimum contractual 

obligation (inclusive of applicable cancellation penalties). For obligations with significant penalties associated with 

termination, the minimum required expenditures over the term of the agreement have been included in the table above.

These obligations include commitments for various products and services including, among other things, inventory 
purchases, telecommunications services, marketing and advertising services and other professional services. Arrangements 
are considered purchase obligations if a contract specifies all significant terms, including fixed or minimum quantities to be
purchased, a pricing structure and approximate timing of the transactions. Most arrangements are cancelable without a 
significant penalty and with short notice (usually 30-120 days) and amounts reflected above include our minimum contractual 
obligation (inclusive of applicable cancellation penalties). For obligations with significant penalties associated with 
termination, the minimum required expenditures over the term of the agreement have been included in the table above.

Due to the uncertainty with respect to the timing of future cash flows associated with unrecognized tax benefits at 

December 31, 2016, we are unable to reasonably estimate the period of cash settlement with the respective taxing authority. 

Accordingly, $13 million of unrecognized tax benefits have been excluded from the contractual obligations table above. See the 

discussion of income taxes in Note 5 to the consolidated financial statements.

Due to the uncertainty with respect to the timing of future cash flows associated with unrecognized tax benefits at 
December 31, 2016, we are unable to reasonably estimate the period of cash settlement with the respective taxing authority. 
Accordingly, $13 million of unrecognized tax benefits have been excluded from the contractual obligations table above. See the 
discussion of income taxes in Note 5 to the consolidated financial statements.

Financial Position—Continuing Operations  

Financial Position—Continuing Operations  

The following discussion describes changes in our financial position from December 31, 2015 to December 31, 2016. 

The following discussion describes changes in our financial position from December 31, 2015 to December 31, 2016. 

Receivables increased from prior year levels, primarily related to customer growth at American Home Shield. 

Receivables increased from prior year levels, primarily related to customer growth at American Home Shield. 

Property and equipment increased from prior year levels, reflecting purchases for recurring capital needs and information 

Property and equipment increased from prior year levels, reflecting purchases for recurring capital needs and information 

technology projects and the acquisition of vehicles under the Fleet Agreement, offset, in part, by depreciation expense.

technology projects and the acquisition of vehicles under the Fleet Agreement, offset, in part, by depreciation expense.

Goodwill increased from prior year levels due to the OneGuard and Landmark acquisitions and several pest control and 

Goodwill increased from prior year levels due to the OneGuard and Landmark acquisitions and several pest control and 

termite acquisitions, offset, in part, by reductions due to the Merry Maids branch conversions. See Notes 4 and 6 to the consolidated 

termite acquisitions, offset, in part, by reductions due to the Merry Maids branch conversions. See Notes 4 and 6 to the consolidated 
financial statements for more details. 

Restricted cash represents amounts posted as collateral under our automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation 

Restricted cash represents amounts posted as collateral under our automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation 

insurance program.

financial statements for more details. 

insurance program.

Marketable securities decreased from prior year levels, primarily due to the sale of securities at American Home Shield.

Marketable securities decreased from prior year levels, primarily due to the sale of securities at American Home Shield.

Deferred revenue increased from prior year levels, primarily reflecting customer growth American Home Shield.

Deferred revenue increased from prior year levels, primarily reflecting customer growth American Home Shield.

Long-term debt increased from prior year levels primarily due to additional borrowings under the Fleet Agreement and Credit 

Long-term debt increased from prior year levels primarily due to additional borrowings under the Fleet Agreement and Credit 

Facilities. See Note 12 to the consolidated financial statements for more details. 

Facilities. See Note 12 to the consolidated financial statements for more details. 

Deferred taxes increased from prior year levels, primarily due to the current year deferred tax provision and current year 

Deferred taxes increased from prior year levels, primarily due to the current year deferred tax provision and current year 

deferred taxes related to unrealized gain on derivatives. See Note 5 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

deferred taxes related to unrealized gain on derivatives. See Note 5 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

Other long-term obligations, primarily self-insured claims decreased from prior year levels, primarily due to settlements of 

Other long-term obligations, primarily self-insured claims decreased from prior year levels, primarily due to settlements of 

insured fumigation related matters.

insured fumigation related matters.

Total shareholders’ equity was $686 million as of December 31, 2016 compared to $545 million as of December 31, 2015. 
The increase was primarily driven by the $173 million of comprehensive income offset, in part, by $60 million of share repurchases. 

See the consolidated statements of shareholders’ equity for further information. 

Total shareholders’ equity was $686 million as of December 31, 2016 compared to $545 million as of December 31, 2015. 
The increase was primarily driven by the $173 million of comprehensive income offset, in part, by $60 million of share repurchases. 
See the consolidated statements of shareholders’ equity for further information. 

Financial Position—Discontinued Operations

Financial Position—Discontinued Operations

The assets and liabilities related to discontinued operations have been classified in a separate caption on the consolidated 

The assets and liabilities related to discontinued operations have been classified in a separate caption on the consolidated 

statements of financial position.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

statements of financial position.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

As of December 31, 2016, we did not have any significant off-balance sheet arrangements.

As of December 31, 2016, we did not have any significant off-balance sheet arrangements.

We do not have any relationships with unconsolidated entities or financial partnerships, such as entities often referred to as 

We do not have any relationships with unconsolidated entities or financial partnerships, such as entities often referred to as 

structured finance or special purpose entities, established for the purpose of facilitating off- balance sheet arrangements or other 
contractually narrow or limited purposes. Accordingly, we are not materially exposed to any financing, liquidity, market or credit risk 

structured finance or special purpose entities, established for the purpose of facilitating off- balance sheet arrangements or other 
contractually narrow or limited purposes. Accordingly, we are not materially exposed to any financing, liquidity, market or credit risk 
that could arise if we had engaged in such relationships.

The preparation of the consolidated financial statements requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions 

The preparation of the consolidated financial statements requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions 

required under GAAP which may differ from actual results. The following are our most critical accounting policies, which are those 
that require management’s most difficult, subjective and complex judgments, requiring the need to make estimates about the effect of 
matters that are inherently uncertain and may change in subsequent periods. The following discussion is not intended to represent a 
comprehensive list of our accounting policies. For a detailed description of the application of these and other accounting policies, see 

Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. 

required under GAAP which may differ from actual results. The following are our most critical accounting policies, which are those 
that require management’s most difficult, subjective and complex judgments, requiring the need to make estimates about the effect of 
matters that are inherently uncertain and may change in subsequent periods. The following discussion is not intended to represent a 
comprehensive list of our accounting policies. For a detailed description of the application of these and other accounting policies, see 
Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K. 

Self-insurance accruals

Self-insurance accruals

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Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates

that could arise if we had engaged in such relationships.

Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates

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We carry insurance policies on insurable risks at levels which we believe to be appropriate, including workers’ compensation, 

auto and general liability risks. We purchase insurance from third-party insurance carriers. These policies typically incorporate 
significant deductibles or self-insured retentions. We are responsible for all claims that fall within the retention limits. In determining 
our accrual for self-insured claims, we use historical claims experience to establish both the current year accrual and the underlying 
provision for future losses. This actuarially determined provision and related accrual include both known claims, as well as incurred 
but not reported claims. We adjust our estimate of accrued self-insured claims when required to reflect changes based on factors such 
as changes in health care costs, accident frequency and claim severity. We believe the use of actuarial methods to account for these 
liabilities provides a consistent and effective way to measure these highly judgmental accruals. However, the use of any estimation 
technique in this area is inherently sensitive given the magnitude of claims involved and the length of time until the ultimate cost is
known. We believe our recorded obligations for these expenses are consistently measured. Nevertheless, changes in healthcare costs,
accident frequency and claim severity can materially affect the estimates for these liabilities.

Home Warranty Claims Accruals

Home warranty contracts are typically one year in duration. Home warranty claims costs are expensed as incurred. We 

recognize revenue over the life of these contracts in proportion to the expected direct costs. Those costs bear a direct relationship to 
the fulfillment of our obligations under the contracts and are representative of the relative value provided to the customer (proportional 
performance method). Accruals for home warranty claims at American Home Shield are made based on our claims experience and 
actuarial projections. The Company’s actuary performs a reserve analysis utilizing generally accepted actuarial methods that 
incorporate cumulative historical claims experience and information provided by the Company. We regularly review our estimates of
claims costs and adjust the estimates when appropriate. We believe the use of actuarial methods to account for these liabilities 
provides a consistent and effective way to measure these highly judgmental accruals. However, the use of any estimation technique in 
this area is inherently sensitive given the magnitude of claims involved. We believe our recorded obligations for these expenses are 
consistently measured. Nevertheless, changes in claims costs can materially affect the estimates for these liabilities.

Income Taxes 

We record deferred income tax balances based on the net tax effects of temporary differences between the carrying value of 

assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and income tax purposes. Based on the evaluation of all available information, 
the Company recognizes future tax benefits, such as net operating loss carryforwards, to the extent that realizing these benefits is 
considered more likely than not. We record valuation allowances against our deferred tax assets, when necessary. Realization of 
deferred tax assets (such as net operating loss carry-forwards) is dependent on future taxable earnings and is therefore uncertain. At 
least quarterly, we assess the likelihood that our deferred tax asset balance will be recovered from future taxable income. Significant 
judgment is required in evaluating the need for and magnitude of appropriate valuation allowances against deferred tax assets.

On an interim basis, we estimate what our effective tax rate will be for the full fiscal year. This estimated annual effective tax 

rate is then applied to the year-to-date income before income taxes, excluding infrequently occurring or unusual items, to determine 
the year-to-date income tax expense. The income tax effects of infrequent or unusual items are recognized in the interim period in 
which they occur. As the year progresses, we continually refine our estimate based upon actual events and earnings by jurisdiction 
during the year. This continual estimation process periodically results in a change to our expected effective tax rate for the fiscal year. 
When this occurs, we adjust the income tax provision during the quarter in which the change in estimate occurs. Our current and 
deferred tax provisions are based on estimates and assumptions that could differ from the final positions reflected in our income tax 
returns. We adjust our current and deferred tax provisions based on our income tax returns which are generally filed in the third or 
fourth quarters of the subsequent year.

Our income tax returns are audited by U.S. state, U.S. federal and foreign tax authorities, and we are typically engaged in 
various tax examinations at any given time. Uncertain tax positions often arise due to uncertainty or differing interpretations of the 
application of tax rules throughout the various jurisdictions in which we operate. On a quarterly basis, we evaluate the probability that 
a tax position will be effectively sustained and the appropriateness of the amount recognized for uncertain tax positions based on 
factors including changes in facts or circumstances, changes in tax law, settled audit issues and new audit activity. Changes in our 
assessment may result in the recognition of a tax benefit or an additional charge to the tax provision in the period our assessment 
changes. While management believes that these judgments and estimates are appropriate and reasonable under the circumstances,
actual resolution of these matters may differ from recorded estimated amounts. We recognize interest and penalties related to income 
tax matters in income tax expense.

Property and Equipment, Intangible Assets and Goodwill

Fixed assets and intangible assets with finite lives are depreciated and amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated 
useful lives. These lives are based on our previous experience for similar assets, potential market obsolescence and other industry and 
business data. As required by accounting standards for the impairment or disposal of long-lived assets, our fixed assets and finite-lived
intangible assets are tested for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate their carrying amounts may not be 
recoverable. If the carrying value is no longer recoverable based upon the undiscounted future cash flows of the asset, an impairment 
loss would be recognized equal to the difference between the carrying amount and the fair value of the asset. Changes in the estimated 
useful lives or in the asset values could cause us to adjust our book value or future expense accordingly.

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As required under accounting standards for goodwill and other intangibles, goodwill is not subject to amortization, and 

As required under accounting standards for goodwill and other intangibles, goodwill is not subject to amortization, and 

intangible assets with indefinite useful lives are not amortized until their useful lives are determined to no longer be indefinite. 

Goodwill and intangible assets that are not subject to amortization are subject to assessment for impairment by applying a fair-value 
based test on an annual basis or more frequently if circumstances indicate a potential impairment. We adopted the provisions of ASU 
2011-08, ‘‘Testing Goodwill for Impairment,’’ in the fourth quarter of 2011. This Accounting Standards Update (‘‘ASU’’), gives 
entities the option of performing a qualitative assessment before calculating the fair value of a reporting unit in Step 1 of the goodwill 
impairment test. If entities determine, on the basis of qualitative factors, that the fair value of a reporting unit is more likely than not 
greater than its carrying amount, the two-step impairment test would not be required. For the 2016, 2015 and 2014 annual goodwill 
impairment analysis performed as of October 1 of each year, we did not perform qualitative assessments on any reporting unit, but 

instead completed Step 1 of the goodwill impairment test for all reporting units. 

intangible assets with indefinite useful lives are not amortized until their useful lives are determined to no longer be indefinite. 
Goodwill and intangible assets that are not subject to amortization are subject to assessment for impairment by applying a fair-value 
based test on an annual basis or more frequently if circumstances indicate a potential impairment. We adopted the provisions of ASU 
2011-08, ‘‘Testing Goodwill for Impairment,’’ in the fourth quarter of 2011. This Accounting Standards Update (‘‘ASU’’), gives 
entities the option of performing a qualitative assessment before calculating the fair value of a reporting unit in Step 1 of the goodwill 
impairment test. If entities determine, on the basis of qualitative factors, that the fair value of a reporting unit is more likely than not 
greater than its carrying amount, the two-step impairment test would not be required. For the 2016, 2015 and 2014 annual goodwill 
impairment analysis performed as of October 1 of each year, we did not perform qualitative assessments on any reporting unit, but 
instead completed Step 1 of the goodwill impairment test for all reporting units. 

Goodwill impairment is determined using a two-step process. The first step involves a comparison of the estimated fair value 

Goodwill impairment is determined using a two-step process. The first step involves a comparison of the estimated fair value 

of a reporting unit to its carrying amount, including goodwill. In performing the first step, we determine the fair value of a reporting 
unit using a combination of a discounted cash flow, or ‘‘DCF,’’ analysis, a market-based comparable approach and a market-based 
transaction approach. Determining fair value requires the exercise of significant judgment, including judgment about appropriate 
discount rates, terminal growth rates, the amount and timing of expected future cash flows, as well as relevant comparable company 
earnings multiples for the market-based comparable approach and relevant transaction multiples for the market-based transaction 
approach. The cash flows employed in the DCF analyses are based on our most recent annual operating plan and, for years beyond the 
annual operating plan, our estimates, which are based on estimated growth rates. The discount rates used in the DCF analyses are 

intended to reflect the risks inherent in the future cash flows of the respective reporting units. In addition, the market-based 

comparable and transaction approaches utilize comparable company public trading values, comparable company historical results, 

research analyst estimates and, where available, values observed in private market transactions. If the estimated fair value of a 

reporting unit exceeds its carrying amount, goodwill of the reporting unit is not impaired and the second step of the impairment test is 

not necessary. If the carrying amount of a reporting unit exceeds its estimated fair value, then the second step of the goodwill

impairment test must be performed. The second step of the goodwill impairment test compares the implied fair value of the reporting 
unit’s goodwill with its goodwill carrying amount to measure the amount of impairment, if any. The implied fair value of goodwill is 
determined in the same manner as the amount of goodwill recognized in a business combination. In other words, the estimated fair 
value of the reporting unit is allocated to all of the assets and liabilities of that unit (including any unrecognized intangible assets) as if 
the reporting unit had been acquired in a business combination and the fair value of the reporting unit was the purchase price paid. If 
the carrying amount of the reporting unit’s goodwill exceeds the implied fair value of that goodwill, an impairment is recognized in an 

amount equal to that excess.

The impairment test for other intangible assets not subject to amortization involves a comparison of the estimated fair value 
of the intangible asset with its carrying value. If the carrying value of the intangible asset exceeds its fair value, an impairment loss is 

recognized in an amount equal to that excess. The estimates of fair value of intangible assets not subject to amortization are 

determined using a DCF valuation analysis. The DCF methodology used to value trade names is known as the relief from royalty 
method and entails identifying the hypothetical cash flows generated by an assumed royalty rate that a third-party would pay to license 
the trade names and discounting them back to the valuation date. Significant judgments inherent in this analysis include the selection 

of appropriate discount rates and hypothetical royalty rates, estimating the amount and timing of estimated future cash flows 

attributable to the hypothetical royalty rates and identification of appropriate terminal growth rate assumptions. The discount rates 
used in the DCF analyses are intended to reflect the risk inherent in the projected future cash flows generated by the respective 

intangible assets.

of a reporting unit to its carrying amount, including goodwill. In performing the first step, we determine the fair value of a reporting 
unit using a combination of a discounted cash flow, or ‘‘DCF,’’ analysis, a market-based comparable approach and a market-based 
transaction approach. Determining fair value requires the exercise of significant judgment, including judgment about appropriate 
discount rates, terminal growth rates, the amount and timing of expected future cash flows, as well as relevant comparable company 
earnings multiples for the market-based comparable approach and relevant transaction multiples for the market-based transaction 
approach. The cash flows employed in the DCF analyses are based on our most recent annual operating plan and, for years beyond the 
annual operating plan, our estimates, which are based on estimated growth rates. The discount rates used in the DCF analyses are 
intended to reflect the risks inherent in the future cash flows of the respective reporting units. In addition, the market-based 
comparable and transaction approaches utilize comparable company public trading values, comparable company historical results, 
research analyst estimates and, where available, values observed in private market transactions. If the estimated fair value of a 
reporting unit exceeds its carrying amount, goodwill of the reporting unit is not impaired and the second step of the impairment test is 
not necessary. If the carrying amount of a reporting unit exceeds its estimated fair value, then the second step of the goodwill
impairment test must be performed. The second step of the goodwill impairment test compares the implied fair value of the reporting 
unit’s goodwill with its goodwill carrying amount to measure the amount of impairment, if any. The implied fair value of goodwill is 
determined in the same manner as the amount of goodwill recognized in a business combination. In other words, the estimated fair 
value of the reporting unit is allocated to all of the assets and liabilities of that unit (including any unrecognized intangible assets) as if 
the reporting unit had been acquired in a business combination and the fair value of the reporting unit was the purchase price paid. If 
the carrying amount of the reporting unit’s goodwill exceeds the implied fair value of that goodwill, an impairment is recognized in an 
amount equal to that excess.

The impairment test for other intangible assets not subject to amortization involves a comparison of the estimated fair value 
of the intangible asset with its carrying value. If the carrying value of the intangible asset exceeds its fair value, an impairment loss is 
recognized in an amount equal to that excess. The estimates of fair value of intangible assets not subject to amortization are 
determined using a DCF valuation analysis. The DCF methodology used to value trade names is known as the relief from royalty 
method and entails identifying the hypothetical cash flows generated by an assumed royalty rate that a third-party would pay to license 
the trade names and discounting them back to the valuation date. Significant judgments inherent in this analysis include the selection 
of appropriate discount rates and hypothetical royalty rates, estimating the amount and timing of estimated future cash flows 
attributable to the hypothetical royalty rates and identification of appropriate terminal growth rate assumptions. The discount rates 
used in the DCF analyses are intended to reflect the risk inherent in the projected future cash flows generated by the respective 
intangible assets.

Goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets, primarily our trade names, are assessed annually for impairment during the 

Goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets, primarily our trade names, are assessed annually for impairment during the 

fourth quarter or earlier upon the occurrence of certain events or substantive changes in circumstances. Our goodwill is assigned to 
three reporting units: Terminix, American Home Shield and Franchise Services Group. The October 1, 2016 estimated fair values for 
all reporting units were substantially in excess of their respective carrying values, and we do not believe the reporting units were at 
risk of impairment as of December 31, 2016. Our 2016, 2015, and 2014 annual impairment analyses, which were performed as of 

October 1 of each year, did not result in any goodwill or trade name impairments to continuing operations.

fourth quarter or earlier upon the occurrence of certain events or substantive changes in circumstances. Our goodwill is assigned to 
three reporting units: Terminix, American Home Shield and Franchise Services Group. The October 1, 2016 estimated fair values for 
all reporting units were substantially in excess of their respective carrying values, and we do not believe the reporting units were at 
risk of impairment as of December 31, 2016. Our 2016, 2015, and 2014 annual impairment analyses, which were performed as of 
October 1 of each year, did not result in any goodwill or trade name impairments to continuing operations.

Stock-Based Compensation

Stock-Based Compensation

Stock-based compensation expense for stock options is estimated at the grant date based on an award’s fair value as 

Stock-based compensation expense for stock options is estimated at the grant date based on an award’s fair value as 

calculated by the Black-Scholes option-pricing model and is recognized as expense over the requisite service period. The Black-
Scholes model requires various highly judgmental assumptions including expected volatility and option life. If any of the assumptions 
used in the Black-Scholes model change significantly, stock-based compensation expense for future grants may differ materially from 
that recorded in the current period related to options granted to date. In addition, we estimate the expected forfeiture rate and only 
recognize expense for those shares expected to vest. We estimate the forfeiture rate based on historical experience. To the extent our 
actual forfeiture rate is different from our estimate, stock-based compensation expense is adjusted accordingly. See Note 17 to the 

calculated by the Black-Scholes option-pricing model and is recognized as expense over the requisite service period. The Black-
Scholes model requires various highly judgmental assumptions including expected volatility and option life. If any of the assumptions 
used in the Black-Scholes model change significantly, stock-based compensation expense for future grants may differ materially from 
that recorded in the current period related to options granted to date. In addition, we estimate the expected forfeiture rate and only 
recognize expense for those shares expected to vest. We estimate the forfeiture rate based on historical experience. To the extent our 
actual forfeiture rate is different from our estimate, stock-based compensation expense is adjusted accordingly. See Note 17 to the 
consolidated financial statements for more details.

Accruals for contingent liabilities, including legal and environmental matters, are recorded when it is probable that a liability 

Accruals for contingent liabilities, including legal and environmental matters, are recorded when it is probable that a liability 

has been incurred or an asset impaired and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated. Liabilities accrued for legal matters 

has been incurred or an asset impaired and the amount of the loss can be reasonably estimated. Liabilities accrued for legal matters 

Contingent Liabilities

consolidated financial statements for more details.

Contingent Liabilities

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require judgments regarding projected outcomes and range of loss based on historical experience and recommendations of legal 
counsel. Liabilities for environmental matters require evaluations of relevant environmental regulations and estimates of future 
remediation alternatives and costs. 

Newly Issued Accounting Standards

New accounting rules and disclosure requirements can significantly impact our reported results and the comparability 

of our financial statements. In the year ended December 31, 2016, we adopted Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2016-09, 
“Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting,” ASU 2016-15, “Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and 
Cash Payments” and ASU 2016-18, “Restricted Cash.” See Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements for further information 
on these adoptions and other newly issued accounting standards.

Information Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This report contains forward-looking statements and cautionary statements. Some of the forward-looking statements can be 

identified by the use of forward-looking terms such as “believes,” “expects,” “may,” “will,” “shall,” “should,” “would,” “could,” 
“seeks,” “aims,” “projects,” “is optimistic,” “intends,” “plans,” “estimates,” “anticipates” or other comparable terms. Forward-looking 
statements include, without limitation, all matters that are not historical facts. They appear in a number of places throughout this report 
and include, without limitation, statements regarding our intentions, beliefs, assumptions or current expectations concerning, among 
other things, financial position; results of operations; cash flows; prospects; growth strategies or expectations; customer retention; the 
continuation of acquisitions, including the integration of any acquired company and risks relating to any such acquired company; fuel 
prices; attraction and retention of key personnel; the impact of fuel swaps; the valuation of marketable securities; estimates of accruals 
for self-insured claims related to workers’ compensation, auto and general liability risks; estimates of accruals for home warranty 
claims; estimates of future payments under operating and capital leases; estimates on current and deferred tax provisions; the outcome 
(by judgment or settlement) and costs of legal or administrative proceedings, including, without limitation, collective, representative 
or class action litigation; and the impact of prevailing economic conditions.

Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties, many of which may be beyond our 

control. We caution you that forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance or outcomes and that actual 
performance and outcomes, including, without limitation, our actual results of operations, financial condition and liquidity, and the 
development of the market segments in which we operate, may differ materially from those made in or suggested by the forward-
looking statements contained in this report. In addition, even if our results of operations, financial condition and cash flows, and the 
development of the market segments in which we operate, are consistent with the forward-looking statements contained in this report, 
those results or developments may not be indicative of results or developments in subsequent periods. A number of important factors, 
including, without limitation, the risks and uncertainties discussed in “Risk Factors” and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of 
Financial Condition and Results of Operations” above, could cause actual results and outcomes to differ from those reflected in the 
forward-looking statements. Additional factors that could cause actual results and outcomes to differ from those reflected in forward-
looking statements include, without limitation:

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resolution of fumigation related matters, including approval of the terms of the New Plea Agreement by the District Court 
related to the criminal aspects of the U.S. Virgin Islands fumigation incident;

lawsuits, enforcement actions and other claims by third parties or governmental authorities;

the 401(k) Plan correction contribution and other employee benefit plan compliance issues;

compliance with, or violation of, environmental, health and safety laws and regulations;

weakening general economic conditions, especially as they may affect home sales, unemployment and consumer confidence 
or spending levels;

our ability to generate the significant amount of cash needed to fund our operations and service our debt obligations;

our ability to successfully implement our business strategies; 

adverse credit and financial markets impeding access, increasing financing costs or causing our customers to incur liquidity 
issues leading to some of our services not being purchased or cancelled; 

cyber security breaches, disruptions or failures in our information technology systems and our failure to protect the security
of personal information about our customers;

our ability to attract and retain key personnel, including our ability to attract, retain and maintain positive relations with 
trained workers and third-party contractors;

increase in prices for fuel and raw materials, and in minimum wage levels;

changes in the source and intensity of competition in our market segments;

adverse weather conditions;

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our franchisees, subcontractors, third-party distributors and vendors taking actions that harm our business;

changes in our services or products;

our ability to protect our intellectual property and other material proprietary rights;

negative reputational and financial impacts resulting from future acquisitions or strategic transactions;

laws and governmental regulations increasing our legal and regulatory expenses;

increases in interest rates increasing the cost of servicing our substantial indebtedness;

increased borrowing costs due to lowering or withdrawal of the ratings, outlook or watch assigned to our debt securities;

restrictions contained in our debt agreements;

the effects of our substantial indebtedness and the limitations contained in the agreements governing such indebtedness; and

other factors described in this report and from time to time in documents that we file with the SEC.

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our franchisees, subcontractors, third-party distributors and vendors taking actions that harm our business;

changes in our services or products;

our ability to protect our intellectual property and other material proprietary rights;

negative reputational and financial impacts resulting from future acquisitions or strategic transactions;

laws and governmental regulations increasing our legal and regulatory expenses;

increases in interest rates increasing the cost of servicing our substantial indebtedness;

increased borrowing costs due to lowering or withdrawal of the ratings, outlook or watch assigned to our debt securities;

restrictions contained in our debt agreements;

the effects of our substantial indebtedness and the limitations contained in the agreements governing such indebtedness; and

other factors described in this report and from time to time in documents that we file with the SEC.

You should read this report completely and with the understanding that actual future results may be materially different from 
expectations. All forward-looking statements made in this report are qualified by these cautionary statements. These forward-looking 
statements are made only as of the date of this report, and we do not undertake any obligation, other than as may be required by law, 

to update or revise any forward-looking or cautionary statements to reflect changes in assumptions, the occurrence of events, 

unanticipated or otherwise, and changes in future operating results over time or otherwise.

You should read this report completely and with the understanding that actual future results may be materially different from 
expectations. All forward-looking statements made in this report are qualified by these cautionary statements. These forward-looking 
statements are made only as of the date of this report, and we do not undertake any obligation, other than as may be required by law, 
to update or revise any forward-looking or cautionary statements to reflect changes in assumptions, the occurrence of events, 
unanticipated or otherwise, and changes in future operating results over time or otherwise.

Comparisons of results for current and any prior periods are not intended to express any future trends, or indications of future 

Comparisons of results for current and any prior periods are not intended to express any future trends, or indications of future 

performance, unless expressed as such, and should only be viewed as historical data.  

performance, unless expressed as such, and should only be viewed as historical data.  

ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK

ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK

The economy and its impact on discretionary consumer spending, labor wages, fuel prices and other material costs, home 
resales, unemployment rates, insurance costs and medical costs could have a material adverse impact on future results of operations.

The economy and its impact on discretionary consumer spending, labor wages, fuel prices and other material costs, home 
resales, unemployment rates, insurance costs and medical costs could have a material adverse impact on future results of operations.

We do not hold or issue derivative financial instruments for trading or speculative purposes. We have entered into specific 

We do not hold or issue derivative financial instruments for trading or speculative purposes. We have entered into specific 

financial arrangements, primarily fuel swap agreements and interest rate swap agreements, in the normal course of business to manage 
certain market risks, with a policy of matching positions and limiting the terms of contracts to relatively short durations. The effect of 

derivative financial instrument transactions could have a material impact on our financial statements.

financial arrangements, primarily fuel swap agreements and interest rate swap agreements, in the normal course of business to manage 
certain market risks, with a policy of matching positions and limiting the terms of contracts to relatively short durations. The effect of 
derivative financial instrument transactions could have a material impact on our financial statements.

Interest Rate Risk

Interest Rate Risk

We are exposed to the impact of interest rate changes and manage this exposure through the use of variable-rate and fixed-

We are exposed to the impact of interest rate changes and manage this exposure through the use of variable-rate and fixed-

rate debt and by utilizing interest rate swaps.

rate debt and by utilizing interest rate swaps.

On November 7, 2016, we entered into a seven-year interest rate swap agreement effective November 8, 2016. The notional 
amount of the agreement was $650 million. Under the terms of the agreement, we will pay a fixed rate of interest of 1.493 percent on 
the $650 million notional amount, and we will receive a floating rate of interest (based on one-month LIBOR, subject to a floor of 
zero percent) on the notional amount. Therefore, during the term of the agreement, the effective interest rate on $650 million of the 

Term Loan Facility is fixed at a rate of 1.493 percent, plus the incremental borrowing margin of 2.50 percent. 

On November 7, 2016, we entered into a seven-year interest rate swap agreement effective November 8, 2016. The notional 
amount of the agreement was $650 million. Under the terms of the agreement, we will pay a fixed rate of interest of 1.493 percent on 
the $650 million notional amount, and we will receive a floating rate of interest (based on one-month LIBOR, subject to a floor of 
zero percent) on the notional amount. Therefore, during the term of the agreement, the effective interest rate on $650 million of the 
Term Loan Facility is fixed at a rate of 1.493 percent, plus the incremental borrowing margin of 2.50 percent. 

We believe our exposure to interest rate fluctuations, when viewed on both a gross and net basis, is material to our overall 

We believe our exposure to interest rate fluctuations, when viewed on both a gross and net basis, is material to our overall 

results of operations. A significant portion of our outstanding debt, including debt under the Credit Facilities, bears interest at variable 
rates. As a result, increases in interest rates would increase the cost of servicing our indebtedness and could materially reduce our 

profitability and cash flows. As of December 31, 2016, each one percentage point change in interest rates would result in an 

approximate $10 million change in the annual interest expense on our Term Loan Facility after considering the impact of the effective 
interest rate swap. Assuming all revolving loans were fully drawn as of December 31, 2016, each one percentage point change in 
interest rates would result in an approximate $3 million change in annual interest expense on our Revolving Credit Facility. The 

impact of increases in interest rates could be more significant for us than it would be for some other companies because of our 

substantial indebtedness.

results of operations. A significant portion of our outstanding debt, including debt under the Credit Facilities, bears interest at variable 
rates. As a result, increases in interest rates would increase the cost of servicing our indebtedness and could materially reduce our 
profitability and cash flows. As of December 31, 2016, each one percentage point change in interest rates would result in an 
approximate $10 million change in the annual interest expense on our Term Loan Facility after considering the impact of the effective 
interest rate swap. Assuming all revolving loans were fully drawn as of December 31, 2016, each one percentage point change in 
interest rates would result in an approximate $3 million change in annual interest expense on our Revolving Credit Facility. The 
impact of increases in interest rates could be more significant for us than it would be for some other companies because of our 
substantial indebtedness.

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The following table summarizes information about our debt as of December 31, 2016 (after considering the impact of the 

effective interest rate swaps), including the principal cash payments and related weighted-average interest rates by expected maturity 
dates based on applicable rates at December 31, 2016. 

(In millions)
Debt:
Fixed rate 
Average interest rate 
Variable rate 
Average interest rate 
Interest Rate Swaps:
Receive variable/pay fixed 
Average pay rate(1)
Average receive rate(1)

2017

2018

Expected Year of Maturity
2020

2019

2021

Thereafter

Total

Fair
Value

$

$

$

$

17
5.1 %
42
3.3 %

$

$

100
6.7 %
54
3.2 %

$

$

9
5.0 %
34
3.3 %

$

$

7
5.0 %
31
3.3 %

— $ 1,678
5.0 %
23
3.3 %

5.1 %
919
3.3 %

$

$ 1,811

$ 1,825

5.2 %

$ 1,103

$ 1,106

3.3 %

$

650

1.5 %

0.8 %

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(1)

Before the application of the applicable borrowing margin.

Fuel Price Risk

We are exposed to market risk for changes in fuel prices through the consumption of fuel by our vehicle fleet in the delivery 

of services to our customers. We expect to use approximately 14 million gallons of fuel in 2017. As of December 31, 2016, a ten
percent change in fuel prices would result in a change of approximately $3 million in our annual fuel cost before considering the
impact of fuel swap contracts. 

We use fuel swap contracts to mitigate the financial impact of fluctuations in fuel prices. As of December 31, 2016, we had 

fuel swap contracts to pay fixed prices for fuel with an aggregate notional amount of $33 million, maturing through 2018. The 
estimated fair value of these contracts as of December 31, 2016 was a net asset of $5 million. These fuel swap contracts provide a 
fixed price for approximately 63 percent and 40 percent of our estimated fuel usage for 2017 and 2018, respectively. 

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ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA 

ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA 

REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM 

REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM 

To the Board of Directors and Shareholders of 

ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc.

Memphis, Tennessee 

To the Board of Directors and Shareholders of 
ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc.
Memphis, Tennessee 

We have audited the accompanying consolidated statements of financial position of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. and 

We have audited the accompanying consolidated statements of financial position of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. and 

subsidiaries (the “Company”) as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, and the related consolidated statements of operations and 

comprehensive income (loss), shareholders’ equity and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2016. 
Our audits also included the financial statement schedules listed in the Index at Item 15. These financial statements and financial 
statement schedules are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial 

statements and financial statement schedules based on our audits. 

subsidiaries (the “Company”) as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, and the related consolidated statements of operations and 
comprehensive income (loss), shareholders’ equity and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2016. 
Our audits also included the financial statement schedules listed in the Index at Item 15. These financial statements and financial 
statement schedules are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the financial 
statements and financial statement schedules based on our audits. 

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United 

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United 

States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial

statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and 
disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made 
by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable 

basis for our opinion. 

States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial
statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and 
disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made 
by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable 
basis for our opinion. 

In our opinion, such consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of 

ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. and subsidiaries as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, and the results of their operations and their 
cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2016, in conformity with accounting principles generally 
accepted in the United States of America. Also, in our opinion, such financial statement schedules, when considered in relation to the 
basic consolidated financial statements taken as a whole, present fairly, in all material respects, the information set forth therein.

In our opinion, such consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of 
ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. and subsidiaries as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, and the results of their operations and their 
cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2016, in conformity with accounting principles generally 
accepted in the United States of America. Also, in our opinion, such financial statement schedules, when considered in relation to the 
basic consolidated financial statements taken as a whole, present fairly, in all material respects, the information set forth therein.

As discussed in Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company retrospectively adopted Accounting Standards 

As discussed in Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements, the Company retrospectively adopted Accounting Standards 

Update (“ASU”) 2016-15, Statement of Cash Flows (Topic 230): Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments and 
ASU 2016-09 - Compensation—Stock Compensation (Topic 718): Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting. 

Update (“ASU”) 2016-15, Statement of Cash Flows (Topic 230): Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments and 
ASU 2016-09 - Compensation—Stock Compensation (Topic 718): Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting. 

We have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), 

We have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), 

the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2016, based on the criteria established in Internal 

Control—Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission and our 

report dated February 24, 2017, expressed an unqualified opinion on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. 

the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2016, based on the criteria established in Internal 
Control—Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission and our 
report dated February 24, 2017, expressed an unqualified opinion on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. 

/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP

Memphis, Tennessee

February 24, 2017

/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
Memphis, Tennessee
February 24, 2017

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Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss)
(In millions, except per share data) 

Revenue
Cost of services rendered and products sold 
Selling and administrative expenses 
Amortization expense 
401(k) Plan corrective contribution
Fumigation related matters
Insurance reserve adjustment
Impairment of software and other related costs 
Consulting agreement termination fees
Restructuring charges 
Gain on sale of Merry Maids branches
Interest expense 
Interest and net investment income 
Loss on extinguishment of debt
Income from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes
Provision for income taxes 
Equity in losses of joint venture
Income from Continuing Operations
Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes 
Net Income (Loss)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Income Taxes:
Net unrealized losses on securities
Net unrealized gains (losses) on derivative instruments
Foreign currency translation loss
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Income Taxes
Total Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Weighted-average common shares outstanding - Basic 
Weighted-average common shares outstanding - Diluted 
Basic Earnings (Loss) Per Share:

Income from Continuing Operations 
Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes 
Net Income (Loss)

Diluted Earnings (Loss) Per Share:

Income from Continuing Operations 
Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes 
Net Income (Loss)

$

$

$

$

$

Year Ended December 31,

2016

2015

2014

2,746 $
1,448
711
33
2
93
23
1
—
17
(2)
153
(6)
32
241
85
(1)
155
(1)
155 $

(2)
20
—
18
173 $

2,594 $
1,375
666
38
23
9
—
—
—
5
(7)
167
(9)
58
270
107
—
162
(2)
160 $

(3)
(2)
(8)
(13)
147 $

135.3
137.3

135.0
136.6

1.15 $
—
1.14

1.13 $
—
1.13

1.20 $
(0.01)
1.19

1.19 $
(0.01)
1.17

2,457
1,298
669
52
—
—
—
47
21
11
(1)
219
(7)
65
84
40
—
43
(100)
(57)

(1)
(6)
(5)
(13)
(70)
112.8
113.8

0.38
(0.88)
(0.50)

0.38
(0.88)
(0.50)

See accompanying Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements. 

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Consolidated Statements of Financial Position

(In millions, except share data)

Consolidated Statements of Financial Position
(In millions, except share data)

Receivables, less allowances of $22 and $23, respectively

$

$

Intangible assets, primarily trade names, service marks and trademarks, net 

Assets:

Current Assets:

Cash and cash equivalents 

Marketable securities 

Inventories 

Prepaid expenses and other assets 

Deferred customer acquisition costs 

Total Current Assets 

Other Assets:

Property and equipment, net

Goodwill 

Long-term marketable securities 

Restricted cash

Notes receivable 

Other assets 

Total Assets

Current Liabilities:

Accounts payable 

Accrued liabilities:

Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity:

Payroll and related expenses 

Self-insured claims and related expenses 

Accrued interest payable 

Other 

Deferred revenue 

Current portion of long-term debt 

Total Current Liabilities 

Long-Term Debt

Other Long-Term Liabilities:

Deferred taxes 

Other long-term obligations, primarily self-insured claims 

Total Other Long-Term Liabilities 

Commitments and Contingencies (Note 9)

Shareholders’ Equity:

Common stock $0.01 par value (authorized 2,000,000,000 shares with 144,339,338 shares 

issued and 135,030,283 outstanding at December 31, 2016 and 143,170,897 shares issued 

and 135,511,176 outstanding at December 31, 2015)

Additional paid-in capital 

Accumulated deficit 

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

7,659,721 shares at December 31, 2015)

Total Shareholders' Equity 

Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity

Less common stock held in treasury, at cost (9,309,055 shares at December 31, 2016 and 

$

5,386

$

December 31,

As of

2016

As of
December 31,
2015

As of
December 31,
2016

As of
December 31,
2015

$

$

$

$

291

25

536

43

70

34

998

210

2,247

1,708

95

37

19

71

5,386

112

54

111

16

60

629

59

1,042

2,772

719

167

886

2

2,274

(1,405)

(3)

(182)

686

Assets:
Current Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents 
Marketable securities 
Receivables, less allowances of $22 and $23, respectively
Inventories 
Prepaid expenses and other assets 
Deferred customer acquisition costs 
Total Current Assets 
Other Assets:
Property and equipment, net
Goodwill 
Intangible assets, primarily trade names, service marks and trademarks, net 
Restricted cash
Notes receivable 
Long-term marketable securities 
Other assets 
Total Assets
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity:
Current Liabilities:
Accounts payable 
Accrued liabilities:

Payroll and related expenses 
Self-insured claims and related expenses 
Accrued interest payable 
Other 

Deferred revenue 
Current portion of long-term debt 
Total Current Liabilities 
Long-Term Debt
Other Long-Term Liabilities:

Deferred taxes 
Other long-term obligations, primarily self-insured claims 
Total Other Long-Term Liabilities 

296
24
487
40
54
32
933

160
2,129
1,704
—
32
57
83
5,098

110

64
106
10
59
552
54
955
2,698

687
213
901

Commitments and Contingencies (Note 9)
Shareholders’ Equity:
Common stock $0.01 par value (authorized 2,000,000,000 shares with 144,339,338 shares 
issued and 135,030,283 outstanding at December 31, 2016 and 143,170,897 shares issued 
and 135,511,176 outstanding at December 31, 2015)
Additional paid-in capital 
Accumulated deficit 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Less common stock held in treasury, at cost (9,309,055 shares at December 31, 2016 and 
7,659,721 shares at December 31, 2015)
Total Shareholders' Equity 
Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity

2
2,245
(1,560)
(21)

(122)
545
5,098

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

291
25
536
43
70
34
998

210
2,247
1,708
95
37
19
71
5,386

112

54
111
16
60
629
59
1,042
2,772

719
167
886

296
24
487
40
54
32
933

160
2,129
1,704
—
32
57
83
5,098

110

64
106
10
59
552
54
955
2,698

687
213
901

2
2,274
(1,405)
(3)

(182)
686
5,386

$

2
2,245
(1,560)
(21)

(122)
545
5,098

See accompanying Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements. 

See accompanying Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements. 

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Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity 
(In millions) 

Shares

Common
Stock 

Additional
Paid-in
Capital 

Accumulated
Deficit

Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income 
(Loss)

Treasury

Shares

Amount

Total
Equity 

Treasury

Total
Equity 

Shares

Common
Stock 

1 $
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
2 $
—
—
Accumulated
Deficit
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
2 $
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
2 $

Balance December 31, 2013
Net loss
Other comprehensive income, net of tax
Total comprehensive loss
Net assets distributed to New TruGreen
Issuance of common stock
Issuance of common stock through IPO
Exercise of stock options
Vesting of RSUs
DSUs converted into common stock
Repurchase of common stock
Stock-based employee compensation
Balance December 31, 2014
Net income
Other comprehensive loss, net of tax
Total comprehensive income (loss)
99 $
Issuance of common stock
—
Exercise of stock options
—
DSUs converted into common stock
—
Repurchase of common stock
—
Stock-based employee compensation
—
Excess tax benefits from stock-based compensation
41
Balance December 31, 2015
1
Net income
—
Other comprehensive income, net of tax
—
Total comprehensive income
—
Issuance of common stock
—
Exercise of stock options
142 $
Repurchase of common stock
—
Stock-based employee compensation
—
Balance December 31, 2016
—
—
1
—
—
—
—
143 $
—
—
—
—
1
—
—
144 $

99 $
—
—
—
—
—
41
1
—
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity 
—
(In millions) 
—
—
142 $
—
Additional
—
Paid-in
Capital 
—
1,523 $
—
—
1
—
—
—
—
—
—
6
—
663
143 $
10
—
(1)
—
(1)
—
—
—
8
1
2,207 $
—
—
—
—
144 $
—
1
15
(1)
—
10
13
2,245 $
—
—
—
2
10
—
16
2,274 $

1,523 $
—
—
—
—
6
663
10
(1)
(1)
—
8
2,207 $
—
—
—
(1,390) $
1
(57)
15
—
(1)
(57)
—
(274)
10
—
13
—
2,245 $
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
2
—
10
(1,720) $
—
160
16
—
2,274 $
160
—
—
—
—
—
—
(1,560) $
155
—
155
—
—
—
—
(1,405) $

1 $
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
2 $
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
2 $
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
2 $

(1,390) $
(57)
—
(57)
(274)
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
Accumulated
(1,720) $
Other
160
Comprehensive
—
Income 
(Loss)
160
7
—
—
—
(13)
—
(13)
—
(1)
—
—
—
—
(1,560) $
—
155
—
—
—
155
—
—
—
—
(8)
—
—
—
(13)
(1,405) $
(13)
—
—
—
—
—
—
(21)
—
18
18
—
—
—
—
(3)

See accompanying Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements  

7
—
(13)
(13)
(1)
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
(8)
—
(13)
Shares
(13)
—
—
—
—
—
—
(21)
—
18
18
—
—
—
—
(3)

(7) $
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
(8) $
—
—
Amount
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
(8) $
—
—
—
—
—
(2)
—
(9) $

(118) $
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
1
(5)
—
(122) $
—
—
—
(118) $
—
—
—
—
1
—
(1)
—
—
—
—
—
(122) $
—
—
—
—
1
—
(5)
—
—
—
(122) $
(60)
—
—
—
(182) $
—
—
—
1
(1)
—
—
(122) $
—
—
—
—
—
(60)
—
(182) $

(7) $
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
(8) $
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
(8) $
—
—
—
—
—
(2)
—
(9) $

23
(57)
(13)
(70)
(275)
6
663
10
(1)
—
(5)
8
359
160
(13)
147
23
1
(57)
15
(13)
—
(70)
(1)
(275)
10
6
13
663
545
10
155
(1)
18
—
173
(5)
2
8
10
359
(60)
160
16
(13)
686
147
1
15
—
(1)
10
13
545
155
18
173
2
10
(60)
16
686

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Balance December 31, 2013

Net loss

Other comprehensive income, net of tax

Total comprehensive loss

Net assets distributed to New TruGreen

Issuance of common stock

Issuance of common stock through IPO

Exercise of stock options

Vesting of RSUs

DSUs converted into common stock

Repurchase of common stock

Stock-based employee compensation

Balance December 31, 2014

Net income

Other comprehensive loss, net of tax

Total comprehensive income (loss)

Issuance of common stock

Exercise of stock options

DSUs converted into common stock

Repurchase of common stock

Balance December 31, 2015

Net income

Other comprehensive income, net of tax

Total comprehensive income

Issuance of common stock

Exercise of stock options

Repurchase of common stock

Stock-based employee compensation

Balance December 31, 2016

Stock-based employee compensation
Excess tax benefits from stock-based compensation

See accompanying Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements  

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Year Ended December 31,
2015

2016

2014

$

296 $

389 $

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(In millions)

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(In millions)

Cash and Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash at Beginning of Period

Cash Flows from Operating Activities from Continuing Operations:

Net Income (Loss)

Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided from operating activities:

Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes 

Year Ended December 31,

2016

2015

2014

$

296 $

389 $

155

160

484

(57)

100
—
48
52
8
—
—
—
—
47
(1)
65
29
8
(4)
7

(34)
(1)
(1)
39
1
(17)
3
(3)
289

(35)
2
(58)
(11)
51
(85)
79
—
(56)

Cash and Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash at Beginning of Period
Cash Flows from Operating Activities from Continuing Operations:
Net Income (Loss)

Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided from operating activities:
Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes 
Equity in losses of joint venture
Depreciation expense 
Amortization expense 
Amortization of debt issuance costs 
401(k) Plan corrective contribution
Fumigation related matters
Payments on fumigation related matters
Insurance reserve adjustment
Impairment of software and other related costs 
Gain on sale of Merry Maids branches
Loss on extinguishment of debt
Deferred income tax provision 
Stock-based compensation expense 
Gain on sale of marketable securities
Other

Change in working capital, net of acquisitions:

Receivables 
Inventories and other current assets 
Accounts payable 
Deferred revenue 
Accrued liabilities 
Accrued interest payable
Accrued restructuring charges
Current income taxes 

Net Cash Provided from Operating Activities from Continuing Operations
Cash Flows from Investing Activities from Continuing Operations:

Property additions 
Sale of equipment and other assets 
Other business acquisitions, net of cash acquired 
Purchases of available-for-sale securities
Sales and maturities of available-for-sale securities
Origination of notes receivable
Collections on notes receivable
Other investments

Net Cash Used for Investing Activities from Continuing Operations
Cash Flows from Financing Activities from Continuing Operations:

1,825
(2,698)
(18)
(24)
(35)
(35)
(6)
679
(312)

(11)
(2)
(3)
(15)
—
(95)
389

Borrowings of debt 
Payments of debt 
Discount paid on issuance of debt 
Debt issuance costs paid 
Call premium paid on retirement of debt
Contribution to TruGreen Holding Corporation 
Repurchase of common stock and RSU vesting 
Issuance of common stock 

Net Cash Used for Financing Activities from Continuing Operations
Cash Flows from Discontinued Operations:

Cash used for operating activities 
Cash used for investing activities 
Cash used for financing activities 

Net Cash Used for Discontinued Operations 
Effect of Exchange Rate Changes on Cash
Cash Increase (Decrease) During the Period
Cash and Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash at End of Period

Equity in losses of joint venture

Depreciation expense 

Amortization expense 

Amortization of debt issuance costs 

401(k) Plan corrective contribution

Fumigation related matters

Payments on fumigation related matters

Insurance reserve adjustment

Impairment of software and other related costs 

Gain on sale of Merry Maids branches

Loss on extinguishment of debt

Deferred income tax provision 

Stock-based compensation expense 

Gain on sale of marketable securities

Change in working capital, net of acquisitions:

Other

Receivables 

Inventories and other current assets 

Accounts payable 

Deferred revenue 

Accrued liabilities 

Accrued interest payable

Accrued restructuring charges

Current income taxes 

Net Cash Provided from Operating Activities from Continuing Operations

Cash Flows from Investing Activities from Continuing Operations:

Net Cash Used for Investing Activities from Continuing Operations

Cash Flows from Financing Activities from Continuing Operations:

Property additions 

Sale of equipment and other assets 

Other business acquisitions, net of cash acquired 

Purchases of available-for-sale securities

Sales and maturities of available-for-sale securities

Origination of notes receivable

Collections on notes receivable

Other investments

Borrowings of debt 

Payments of debt 

Discount paid on issuance of debt 

Debt issuance costs paid 

Call premium paid on retirement of debt

Contribution to TruGreen Holding Corporation 

Repurchase of common stock and RSU vesting 

Issuance of common stock 

Net Cash Used for Financing Activities from Continuing Operations

Cash Flows from Discontinued Operations:

Cash used for operating activities 

Cash used for investing activities 

Cash used for financing activities 

Net Cash Used for Discontinued Operations 

Effect of Exchange Rate Changes on Cash

Cash Increase (Decrease) During the Period

61

33

1

1

5

2

93

(90)

23

1

(2)

32

22

13

(3)

(3)

(40)

(6)

7

44

(28)

6

7

(8)

325

(56)

8

(121)

(100)

(6)

49

97

(3)

(133)

2,400

(2,417)

(4)

(34)

—

—

(60)

13

(102)

—

—

—

—

—

89

2

—

47

38

23

5

9

(1)

—

—

(7)

58

60

10

(6)

8

(44)

5

18

38

1

(24)

(2)

2

398

(40)

14

(92)

(6)

32

(98)

92

—

(98)

583

(923)

(2)

(5)

(49)

—

—

16

(381)

(11)

—

—

(11)

(2)

(92)

Cash and Cash Equivalents and Restricted Cash at End of Period

$

386 $

296 $

155

1
1
61
33
5
2
93
(90)
23
1
(2)
32
22
13
(3)
(3)

(40)
(6)
7
44
(28)
6
7
(8)
325

(56)
8
(121)
(6)
49
(100)
97
(3)
(133)

2,400
(2,417)
(4)
(34)
—
—
(60)
13
(102)

—
—
—
—
—
89
386 $

$

484

(57)

100
—
48
52
8
—
—
—
—
47
(1)
65
29
8
(4)
7

(34)
(1)
(1)
39
1
(17)
3
(3)
289

(35)
2
(58)
(11)
51
(85)
79
—
(56)

160

2
—
47
38
5
23
9
(1)
—
—
(7)
58
60
10
(6)
8

(44)
5
18
38
1
(24)
(2)
2
398

(40)
14
(92)
(6)
32
(98)
92
—
(98)

583
(923)
(2)
(5)
(49)
—
—
16
(381)

(11)
—
—
(11)
(2)
(92)
296 $

1,825
(2,698)
(18)
(24)
(35)
(35)
(6)
679
(312)

(11)
(2)
(3)
(15)
—
(95)
389

See accompanying Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

See accompanying Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements.

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SERVICEMASTER GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. 
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

Note 1. Basis of Presentation

ServiceMaster is a leading provider of essential residential and commercial services. The Company’s services include termite 

and pest control, home warranties, disaster restoration, janitorial, residential cleaning, cabinet and wood furniture repair and home 
inspection. The Company provides these services through an extensive service network of company-owned, franchised and licensed 
locations operating primarily under the following leading brands: Terminix, American Home Shield, ServiceMaster Restore, 
ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, Furniture Medic and AmeriSpec. All consolidated Company subsidiaries are wholly-owned. 
Intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated.

On June 25, 2014, the Company’s registration statement on Form S-1 for our initial public offering was declared effective by 

the SEC. On July 1, 2014, the Company completed the offering of 41,285,000 shares of its common stock at a price of $17.00 per 
share. During 2015, through secondary public offerings of the Company’s common stock, the selling stockholders completed the 
offering of an additional 80,711,763 shares of common stock. Since completion of the secondary public offerings in 2015, the Equity 
Sponsors have not held a significant amount of the Company’s common stock. 

Note 2. Significant Accounting Policies 

Consolidation

The consolidated financial statements of the Company include all of its wholly-owned subsidiaries. All intercompany 

transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation.

Use of Estimates

The preparation of the consolidated financial statements requires management to make certain estimates and assumptions 
required under GAAP which may differ from actual results. The more significant areas requiring the use of management estimates
relate to revenue recognition; the allowance for uncollectible receivables; accruals for self-insured retention limits related to medical, 
workers’ compensation, auto and general liability insurance claims; accruals for home warranties and termite damage claims; the 
possible outcome of outstanding litigation; accruals for income tax liabilities as well as deferred tax accounts; the deferral and 
amortization of customer acquisition costs; share based compensation; useful lives for depreciation and amortization expense; the 
valuation of marketable securities; and the valuation of tangible and intangible assets. In 2016, there were no changes in the significant 
areas that require estimates or in the underlying methodologies used in determining the amounts of these associated estimates.

The allowance for receivables is developed based on several factors including overall customer credit quality, historical 

write-off experience and specific account analyses that project the ultimate collectability of the outstanding balances. As such, these 
factors may change over time causing the allowance level to vary.

The Company carries insurance policies on insurable risks at levels which it believes to be appropriate, including workers’ 
compensation, auto and general liability risks. The Company purchases insurance policies from third-party insurance carriers, which 
typically incorporate significant deductibles or self-insured retentions. The Company is responsible for all claims that fall below the 
retention limits. In determining the Company’s accrual for self-insured claims, the Company uses historical claims experience to 
establish both the current year accrual and the underlying provision for future losses. This actuarially determined provision and related 
accrual include known claims, as well as incurred but not reported claims. The Company adjusts its estimate of accrued self-insured 
claims when required to reflect changes based on factors such as changes in health care costs, accident frequency and claim severity.

The Company seeks to reduce the potential amount of loss arising from self-insured claims by insuring certain levels of risk. 
While insurance agreements are designed to limit the Company’s losses from large exposure and permit recovery of a portion of direct 
unpaid losses, insurance does not relieve the Company of its ultimate liability. Accordingly, the accruals for insured claims represent 
the Company’s total unpaid gross losses. Insurance recoverables, which are reported within Prepaid expenses and other assets and 
Other assets, relate to estimated insurance recoveries on the insured claims reserves.

Accruals for home warranty claims in the American Home Shield business are made based on the Company’s claims 
experience and actuarial projections. Termite damage claim accruals in the Terminix business are recorded based on both the 
historical rates of claims incurred within a contract year and the cost per claim. Current activity could differ causing a change in 
estimates. The Company has certain liabilities with respect to existing or potential claims, lawsuits, and other proceedings. The 
Company accrues for these liabilities when it is probable that future costs will be incurred and such costs can be reasonably estimated. 
Any resulting adjustments, which could be material, are recorded in the period the adjustments are identified.

The Company records deferred income tax balances based on the net tax effects of temporary differences between the 
carrying value of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and income tax purposes. The Company records its deferred tax 
items based on the estimated value of the tax basis. The Company adjusts tax estimates when required to reflect changes based on 
factors such as changes in tax laws, relevant court decisions, results of tax authority reviews and statutes of limitations. The Company 
records a liability for unrecognized tax benefits resulting from uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. 
The Company recognizes potential interest and penalties related to its uncertain tax positions in income tax expense.

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Revenue

Revenue

Revenues from pest control services, as well as liquid and fumigation termite applications, are recognized as the services are
provided. The Company eradicates termites through the use of non-baiting methods (e.g., fumigation or liquid treatments) and baiting 
systems. Termite services using baiting systems and termite inspection and protection contracts are frequently sold through annual 
contracts. Service costs for these contracts are expensed as incurred. The Company recognizes revenue over the life of these contracts 
in proportion to the expected direct costs. Those costs bear a direct relationship to the fulfillment of the Company’s obligations under 
the contracts and are representative of the relative value provided to the customer (proportional performance method). The Company 
regularly reviews its estimates of direct costs for its termite bait contracts and termite inspection and protection contracts and adjusts 

the estimates when appropriate.

Home warranty contracts are typically one year in duration. Home warranty claims costs are expensed as incurred. The 
Company recognizes revenue over the life of these contracts in proportion to the expected direct costs. Those costs bear a direct 
relationship to the fulfillment of the Company’s obligations under the contracts and are representative of the relative value provided to 

the customer (proportional performance method). The Company regularly reviews its estimates of claims costs and adjusts the 

estimates when appropriate.

Revenues from pest control services, as well as liquid and fumigation termite applications, are recognized as the services are
provided. The Company eradicates termites through the use of non-baiting methods (e.g., fumigation or liquid treatments) and baiting 
systems. Termite services using baiting systems and termite inspection and protection contracts are frequently sold through annual 
contracts. Service costs for these contracts are expensed as incurred. The Company recognizes revenue over the life of these contracts 
in proportion to the expected direct costs. Those costs bear a direct relationship to the fulfillment of the Company’s obligations under 
the contracts and are representative of the relative value provided to the customer (proportional performance method). The Company 
regularly reviews its estimates of direct costs for its termite bait contracts and termite inspection and protection contracts and adjusts 
the estimates when appropriate.

Home warranty contracts are typically one year in duration. Home warranty claims costs are expensed as incurred. The 
Company recognizes revenue over the life of these contracts in proportion to the expected direct costs. Those costs bear a direct 
relationship to the fulfillment of the Company’s obligations under the contracts and are representative of the relative value provided to 
the customer (proportional performance method). The Company regularly reviews its estimates of claims costs and adjusts the 
estimates when appropriate.

The Company has franchise agreements in its Terminix, ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, 

The Company has franchise agreements in its Terminix, ServiceMaster Restore, ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, 

Furniture Medic and AmeriSpec businesses. Franchise revenue (which in the aggregate represents approximately five percent of 
annual consolidated revenue from continuing operations) consists principally of continuing monthly fees based upon the franchisee’s 
customer-level revenue. Monthly fee revenue is recognized when the related customer-level revenue generating activity is performed 
by the franchisee and collectability is reasonably assured. Franchise revenue also includes initial fees resulting from the sale of a 
franchise or a license. These initial franchise or license fees are pre-established fixed amounts and are recognized as revenue when 
collectability is reasonably assured and all material services or conditions relating to the sale have been substantially performed. Total 
profits from the franchised operations were $83 million, $75 million, and $71 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 

and 2014, respectively. The portion of total franchise fee income related to initial fees received from the sale of franchises was 

immaterial to the Company’s consolidated financial statements for all periods.

Furniture Medic and AmeriSpec businesses. Franchise revenue (which in the aggregate represents approximately five percent of 
annual consolidated revenue from continuing operations) consists principally of continuing monthly fees based upon the franchisee’s 
customer-level revenue. Monthly fee revenue is recognized when the related customer-level revenue generating activity is performed 
by the franchisee and collectability is reasonably assured. Franchise revenue also includes initial fees resulting from the sale of a 
franchise or a license. These initial franchise or license fees are pre-established fixed amounts and are recognized as revenue when 
collectability is reasonably assured and all material services or conditions relating to the sale have been substantially performed. Total 
profits from the franchised operations were $83 million, $75 million, and $71 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 
and 2014, respectively. The portion of total franchise fee income related to initial fees received from the sale of franchises was 
immaterial to the Company’s consolidated financial statements for all periods.

Revenues are presented net of sales taxes collected and remitted to government taxing authorities on the consolidated 

Revenues are presented net of sales taxes collected and remitted to government taxing authorities on the consolidated 

statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss).

statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss).

The Company had $629 million and $552 million of deferred revenue as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively. 

The Company had $629 million and $552 million of deferred revenue as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively. 

Deferred revenue consists primarily of payments received for annual contracts relating to home warranties, termite baiting, termite 

Deferred revenue consists primarily of payments received for annual contracts relating to home warranties, termite baiting, termite 
inspection and pest control services.

Customer acquisition costs, which are incremental and direct costs of obtaining a customer, are deferred and amortized over 

Customer acquisition costs, which are incremental and direct costs of obtaining a customer, are deferred and amortized over 

the life of the related contract in proportion to revenue recognized. These costs include sales commissions and direct selling costs 

which can be shown to have resulted in a successful sale. Deferred customer acquisition costs amounted to $34 million and 

$32 million as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively.

the life of the related contract in proportion to revenue recognized. These costs include sales commissions and direct selling costs 
which can be shown to have resulted in a successful sale. Deferred customer acquisition costs amounted to $34 million and 
$32 million as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively.

Advertising

Advertising

On an interim basis, certain advertising costs are deferred and recognized approximately in proportion to the revenue over the 
year and are not deferred beyond the calendar year-end. Certain other advertising costs are expensed when the advertising occurs. The 
cost of direct-response advertising at Terminix, consisting primarily of direct-mail and digital promotions, is capitalized and amortized 

over its expected period of future benefits. Deferred advertising costs are included in Prepaid expenses and other assets on the 

consolidated statements of financial position. Advertising expense for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014 was $110

On an interim basis, certain advertising costs are deferred and recognized approximately in proportion to the revenue over the 
year and are not deferred beyond the calendar year-end. Certain other advertising costs are expensed when the advertising occurs. The 
cost of direct-response advertising at Terminix, consisting primarily of direct-mail and digital promotions, is capitalized and amortized 
over its expected period of future benefits. Deferred advertising costs are included in Prepaid expenses and other assets on the 
consolidated statements of financial position. Advertising expense for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014 was $110
million, $113 million and $122 million, respectively.

Deferred Customer Acquisition Costs 

inspection and pest control services.

Deferred Customer Acquisition Costs 

Inventories are recorded at the lower of cost (primarily on a weighted-average cost basis) or market. The Company’s 

Inventories are recorded at the lower of cost (primarily on a weighted-average cost basis) or market. The Company’s 

inventory primarily consists of finished goods to be used on the customers’ premises or sold to franchisees.

inventory primarily consists of finished goods to be used on the customers’ premises or sold to franchisees.

Inventory

million, $113 million and $122 million, respectively.

Inventory

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Property and Equipment, Intangible Assets and Goodwill 

Property and equipment consist of the following:

(In millions) 
Land
Buildings and improvements
Technology and communications
Machinery, production equipment and vehicles
Office equipment, furniture and fixtures

Less accumulated depreciation
Net property and equipment

Estimated
Useful Lives
(Years) 
N/A
10 - 40
3 - 7
3 - 9
5 - 7

As of December 31,

2016

2015

6
38
230
202
20
496
(286)
210

$

$

6
38
200
146
17
408
(248)
160

$

$

Depreciation of property and equipment, including depreciation of assets held under capital leases was $61 million, 

$47 million and $48 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, respectively.

The Company recorded an impairment charge of $1 million in the year ended December 31, 2016 relating to its decision in 

the second quarter of 2016 to replace certain software pursuant to our ServSmart initiative.

The Company recorded an impairment charge of $47 million ($28 million, net of tax) in the year ended December 31, 2014 
related to its decision in the first quarter of 2014 to abandon its efforts to deploy a new operating system at American Home Shield. 
This impairment represented an adjustment of the carrying value of the asset to its estimated fair value of zero on a non-recurring 
basis. 

As of December 31, 2016 and 2015, goodwill was $2,247 million and $2,129 million, respectively, and intangible assets 

consisted primarily of indefinite-lived trade names in the amount of $1,608 million and other intangible assets in the amount of 
$100 million and $96 million, respectively. 

Fixed assets and intangible assets with finite lives are depreciated and amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated 
useful lives. These lives are based on the Company’s previous experience for similar assets, potential market obsolescence and other 
industry and business data. As required by accounting standards for the impairment or disposal of long-lived assets, the Company’s 
fixed assets and finite-lived intangible assets are tested for recoverability whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate their 
carrying amounts may not be recoverable. If the carrying value is no longer recoverable based upon the undiscounted future cash 
flows of the asset, an impairment loss would be recognized equal to the difference between the carrying amount and the fair value of 
the asset. Changes in the estimated useful lives or in the asset values could cause the Company to adjust its book value or future 
expense accordingly. 

As required under accounting standards for goodwill and other intangibles, goodwill is not subject to amortization, and 

intangible assets with indefinite useful lives are not amortized until their useful lives are determined to no longer be indefinite. 
Goodwill and intangible assets that are not subject to amortization are subject to assessment for impairment by applying a fair-value 
based test on an annual basis or more frequently if circumstances indicate a potential impairment. The Company adopted the 
provisions of ASU 2011-08, “Testing Goodwill for Impairment,” in the fourth quarter of 2011. This ASU gives entities the option of 
performing a qualitative assessment before calculating the fair value of a reporting unit in Step 1 of the goodwill impairment test. If 
entities determine, on the basis of qualitative factors, that the fair value of a reporting unit is more likely than not greater than its 
carrying amount, the two-step impairment test would not be required. For the 2016, 2015 and 2014 annual goodwill impairment 
analysis performed as of October 1 of each year, the Company did not perform qualitative assessments on any reporting unit, but 
instead completed Step 1 of the goodwill impairment test for all reporting units. 

Goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets, primarily the Company’s trade names, are assessed annually for impairment 

during the fourth quarter or earlier upon the occurrence of certain events or substantive changes in circumstances. The Company’s 
2016, 2015, and 2014 annual impairment analyses, which were performed as of October 1 of each year, did not result in any goodwill 
or trade name impairments to continuing operations.

Restricted Cash

Restricted cash consists of cash held in trust as collateral under the Company’s automobile, general liability and workers’ 

compensation insurance program.

Restricted Net Assets

There are third-party restrictions on the ability of certain of the Company’s subsidiaries to transfer funds to the Company. 

These restrictions are related to regulatory requirements at American Home Shield and to a subsidiary borrowing arrangement at 
SMAC. The payment of ordinary and extraordinary dividends by the Company’s home warranty and similar subsidiaries (through 
which the Company conducts its American Home Shield business) are subject to significant regulatory restrictions under the laws and 

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information relating to the fair value of financial instruments.

Stock-Based Compensation

payment of dividends.

Financial Instruments and Credit Risk

regulations of the states in which they operate. Among other things, such laws and regulations require certain such subsidiaries to 
maintain minimum capital and net worth requirements and may limit the amount of ordinary and extraordinary dividends and other 
payments that these subsidiaries can pay to the Company. As of December 31, 2016, the total net assets subject to these third-party 
restrictions was $173 million. None of the Company’s subsidiaries are obligated to make funds available to the Company through the 

regulations of the states in which they operate. Among other things, such laws and regulations require certain such subsidiaries to 
maintain minimum capital and net worth requirements and may limit the amount of ordinary and extraordinary dividends and other 
payments that these subsidiaries can pay to the Company. As of December 31, 2016, the total net assets subject to these third-party 
restrictions was $173 million. None of the Company’s subsidiaries are obligated to make funds available to the Company through the 
payment of dividends.

Financial Instruments and Credit Risk

The Company has entered into specific financial arrangements in the normal course of business to manage certain market 
risks, with a policy of matching positions and limiting the terms of contracts to relatively short durations. The effect of derivative 
financial instrument transactions could have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements. The Company does not hold or 
issue derivative financial instruments for trading or speculative purposes. The Company has historically hedged a significant portion 
of its annual fuel consumption. The Company has also historically hedged the interest payments on a portion of its variable rate debt 
through the use of interest rate swap agreements. All of the Company’s fuel swap contracts and interest rate swap contracts are 
classified as cash flow hedges, and, as such, the hedging instruments are recorded on the consolidated statements of financial position

as either an asset or liability at fair value, with the effective portion of changes in the fair value attributable to the hedged risks 

recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss).

The Company has entered into specific financial arrangements in the normal course of business to manage certain market 
risks, with a policy of matching positions and limiting the terms of contracts to relatively short durations. The effect of derivative 
financial instrument transactions could have a material impact on the Company’s financial statements. The Company does not hold or 
issue derivative financial instruments for trading or speculative purposes. The Company has historically hedged a significant portion 
of its annual fuel consumption. The Company has also historically hedged the interest payments on a portion of its variable rate debt 
through the use of interest rate swap agreements. All of the Company’s fuel swap contracts and interest rate swap contracts are 
classified as cash flow hedges, and, as such, the hedging instruments are recorded on the consolidated statements of financial position
as either an asset or liability at fair value, with the effective portion of changes in the fair value attributable to the hedged risks 
recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss).

Financial instruments, which potentially subject the Company to financial and credit risk, consist principally of investments 

Financial instruments, which potentially subject the Company to financial and credit risk, consist principally of investments 

and receivables. Investments consist primarily of publicly traded debt, certificates of deposit and common equity securities. The 
Company periodically reviews its portfolio of investments to determine whether there has been an other than temporary decline in the 
value of the investments from factors such as deterioration in the financial condition of the issuer or the market(s) in which the issuer 
competes. The majority of the Company’s receivables and notes receivable have little concentration of credit risk due to the large 
number of customers with relatively small balances and their dispersion across geographical areas. The Company maintains an 
allowance for losses based upon the expected collectability of receivables. See Note 18 to the consolidated financial statements for 

and receivables. Investments consist primarily of publicly traded debt, certificates of deposit and common equity securities. The 
Company periodically reviews its portfolio of investments to determine whether there has been an other than temporary decline in the 
value of the investments from factors such as deterioration in the financial condition of the issuer or the market(s) in which the issuer 
competes. The majority of the Company’s receivables and notes receivable have little concentration of credit risk due to the large 
number of customers with relatively small balances and their dispersion across geographical areas. The Company maintains an 
allowance for losses based upon the expected collectability of receivables. See Note 18 to the consolidated financial statements for 
information relating to the fair value of financial instruments.

Stock-Based Compensation

Stock-based compensation expense for stock options is estimated at the grant date based on an award’s fair value as 

Stock-based compensation expense for stock options is estimated at the grant date based on an award’s fair value as 

calculated by the Black-Scholes option-pricing model and is recognized as expense over the requisite service period. The Black-
Scholes model requires various highly judgmental assumptions including expected volatility and option life. If any of the assumptions 
used in the Black-Scholes model change significantly, stock-based compensation expense for future grants may differ materially from 
that recorded in the current period related to options granted to date. In addition, the Company estimates the expected forfeiture rate 

and only recognizes expense for those shares expected to vest. The Company estimates the forfeiture rate based on historical 

experience. To the extent the actual forfeiture rate is different from the estimate, stock-based compensation expense is adjusted 

accordingly. See Note 17 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

calculated by the Black-Scholes option-pricing model and is recognized as expense over the requisite service period. The Black-
Scholes model requires various highly judgmental assumptions including expected volatility and option life. If any of the assumptions 
used in the Black-Scholes model change significantly, stock-based compensation expense for future grants may differ materially from 
that recorded in the current period related to options granted to date. In addition, the Company estimates the expected forfeiture rate 
and only recognizes expense for those shares expected to vest. The Company estimates the forfeiture rate based on historical 
experience. To the extent the actual forfeiture rate is different from the estimate, stock-based compensation expense is adjusted 
accordingly. See Note 17 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

Income Taxes

Income Taxes

The Company and its subsidiaries file consolidated U.S. federal income tax returns. State and local returns are filed both on a 

The Company and its subsidiaries file consolidated U.S. federal income tax returns. State and local returns are filed both on a 

separate company basis and on a combined unitary basis with the Company. Current and deferred income taxes are provided for on a 
separate company basis. The Company accounts for income taxes using an asset and liability approach for the expected future tax 
consequences of events that have been recognized in the Company’s financial statements or tax returns. Deferred income taxes are 
provided to reflect the differences between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their reported amounts in the financial statements. 
Valuation allowances are established when necessary to reduce deferred income tax assets to the amounts expected to be realized. The 
Company records a liability for unrecognized tax benefits resulting from uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken in its tax 

return. The Company recognizes potential interest and penalties related to its uncertain tax positions in income tax expense.

separate company basis and on a combined unitary basis with the Company. Current and deferred income taxes are provided for on a 
separate company basis. The Company accounts for income taxes using an asset and liability approach for the expected future tax 
consequences of events that have been recognized in the Company’s financial statements or tax returns. Deferred income taxes are 
provided to reflect the differences between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their reported amounts in the financial statements. 
Valuation allowances are established when necessary to reduce deferred income tax assets to the amounts expected to be realized. The 
Company records a liability for unrecognized tax benefits resulting from uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken in its tax 
return. The Company recognizes potential interest and penalties related to its uncertain tax positions in income tax expense.

Earnings Per Share

Earnings Per Share

Basic earnings (loss) per share is computed by dividing net income (loss) by the weighted-average number of shares of 
common stock outstanding. Diluted earnings (loss) per share is computed by dividing net income (loss) by the weighted-average 
number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period, increased to include the number of shares of common stock that 

would have been outstanding had potential dilutive shares of common stock been issued. The dilutive effect of stock options, 

restricted stock units (“RSUs”) and performance shares are reflected in diluted net income (loss) per share by applying the treasury 

stock method. See Note 19 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

Basic earnings (loss) per share is computed by dividing net income (loss) by the weighted-average number of shares of 
common stock outstanding. Diluted earnings (loss) per share is computed by dividing net income (loss) by the weighted-average 
number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period, increased to include the number of shares of common stock that 
would have been outstanding had potential dilutive shares of common stock been issued. The dilutive effect of stock options, 
restricted stock units (“RSUs”) and performance shares are reflected in diluted net income (loss) per share by applying the treasury 
stock method. See Note 19 to the consolidated financial statements for more details.

Newly Issued Accounting Standards 

Newly Issued Accounting Standards 

In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2014-09, 

In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2014-09, 

“Revenue from Contracts with Customers” to provide a single comprehensive model for entities to use in accounting for revenue
arising from contracts with customers. This model supersedes most current revenue recognition guidance, including industry-specific 
guidance. The core principle of the revenue model is that “an entity recognizes revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods or 
services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods 
or services.” Entities have the option of using either a full retrospective or modified approach to adopt the guidance. ASU 2014-09 is
effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those years, beginning after December 15, 2017. Early adoption is permitted for 

“Revenue from Contracts with Customers” to provide a single comprehensive model for entities to use in accounting for revenue
arising from contracts with customers. This model supersedes most current revenue recognition guidance, including industry-specific 
guidance. The core principle of the revenue model is that “an entity recognizes revenue to depict the transfer of promised goods or 
services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods 
or services.” Entities have the option of using either a full retrospective or modified approach to adopt the guidance. ASU 2014-09 is
effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those years, beginning after December 15, 2017. Early adoption is permitted for 

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fiscal years, and interim period within those years, beginning after December 15, 2016. The Company currently expects to adopt the 
new revenue standards in the first quarter of 2018 utilizing the full retrospective transition method. The Company does not expect 
adoption of the new revenue standards to have a material impact on its consolidated financial statements.

In January 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-01, “Recognition and Measurement of Financial Assets and Financial 
Liabilities” to change how entities measure certain equity investments, to require the disclosure of changes in the fair value of 
financial liabilities measured under the fair value option that are attributable to a company’s own credit, and to change certain other 
disclosure requirements. The changes in ASU 2016-01 specifically require that the changes in fair value of all investments in equity 
securities be recognized in net income. The Company is impacted as unrealized gains or losses on the Company’s available-for-sale 
securities are currently recognized in other comprehensive income. The amendments in ASU 2016-01 are effective for fiscal years, 
and interim periods within those years, beginning after December 15, 2017, and will be adopted prospectively. 

In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, “Leases (Topic 842),” which is the final standard on accounting for leases. 
While both lessees and lessors are affected by the new guidance, the effects on lessees are much more significant. The most significant 
change for lessees is the requirement under the new guidance to recognize right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for all leases not 
considered short-term leases. Entities are required to use a modified retrospective approach to adopt the guidance. The amendments in 
ASU 2016-02 are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those years, beginning after December 15, 2018. Early adoption 
is permitted. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of ASU 2016-02 on the Company’s consolidated 
financial statements and currently expects that most of the operating lease commitments will be subject to the new standard and 
recognized as operating lease liabilities and right-of-use assets upon adoption of ASU 2016-02, which will increase the amount of total 
assets and total liabilities that is reported relative to such amounts prior to adoption.

In March 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-09, “Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting” to require 

the recognition of the income tax effects of share-based awards in the income statement when the awards vest or are settled and the 
presentation of excess tax benefits as an operating activity on the statement of cash flows as part of the FASB’s simplification 
initiative. Under previous guidance, an entity generally recorded excess tax benefits and certain tax deficiencies in additional paid-in 
capital instead of through income tax expense or benefit in the income statement and presented excess tax benefits as a financing 
activity rather than an operating activity in the statement of cash flows. ASU 2016-09 is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods 
within those years, beginning after December 15, 2016. As allowed, the Company has elected to early adopt the amendments of ASU 
2016-09. The adoption of ASU 2016-09 has been accounted for as a change in accounting principle prospectively for the income 
statement effect, as required, and retrospectively for the cash flow statement effect, as allowed. As a result of the implementation of 
ASU 2016-09, $13 million of excess tax benefits for the year ended December 31, 2015 were retrospectively presented as an operating 
activity within the consolidated statements of cash flows.

In August 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-15, “Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments” to reduce the 

diversity in practice in how certain transactions are classified in the statement of cash flows. In particular, under previous guidance, 
debt prepayment or debt extinguishment costs paid by a borrower in connection with settling a debt financing arrangement before the 
maturity date were inconsistently classified in the statement of cash flows as either operating activities or financing activities by 
borrowers. The Company has historically presented debt prepayment costs as cash outflows for operating activities. ASU 2016-15 
requires that cash payments for debt prepayment or extinguishment costs be classified as cash outflows for financing activities. ASU 
2016-15 is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those years, beginning after December 15, 2017. As allowed, the 
Company has elected to early adopt the amendments of ASU 2016-15 and has applied the applicable amendments retrospectively as 
required. As a result of the implementation of ASU 2016-15, $49 million and $35 million of call premium paid on retirement of debt 
for the years ended December 31, 2015 and 2014, respectively, was retrospectively presented as a financing activity within the
consolidated statements of cash flows. ASU 2016-15 contains additional clarifications on the classification of certain transactions in 
the statement of cash flows, which the Company has applied retrospectively, as applicable.

In November 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-18, “Restricted Cash” to add and clarify guidance on the classification and 

presentation of restricted cash in the statement of cash flows. ASU 2016-18 states than an entity should include in its cash and cash
equivalent balances in the statement of cash flows those amounts that are deemed to be restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents; 
should disclose a reconciliation between the statement of financial position and the statement of cash flows when the statement of 
financial position includes more than one line item for cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents; and 
should not present changes in restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents that result from transfers between cash, cash equivalents, 
restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents as cash flow activities in the statement of cash flows. The Company is impacted due to 
activity associated with the Company’s restricted cash balance. As allowed, the Company has elected to early adopt the amendments 
of ASU 2016-18 and has applied the applicable amendments retrospectively as required. As a result of the implementation of ASU 
2016-18, the Company has included Restricted cash within the beginning and ending cash amounts presented in the consolidated 
statements of cash flows. In Note 15 to the consolidated financial statements, we have provided a reconciliation of the cash and cash 
equivalents and restricted cash balances reported within the consolidated statements of financial position to the amounts reported in
the consolidated statements of cash flows.

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Note 3. Business Segment Reporting

Franchise Services Group.

Note 3. Business Segment Reporting

The business of the Company is conducted through three reportable segments: Terminix, American Home Shield and 

The business of the Company is conducted through three reportable segments: Terminix, American Home Shield and 

Franchise Services Group.

In accordance with accounting standards for segments, the Company’s reportable segments are strategic business units that 

In accordance with accounting standards for segments, the Company’s reportable segments are strategic business units that 

offer different services. The Terminix segment provides termite and pest control services to residential and commercial customers and 

distributes pest control products. The American Home Shield segment provides home warranties for household systems and 

appliances. The Franchise Services Group segment provides residential and commercial disaster restoration, janitorial and cleaning 
services through franchises primarily under the ServiceMaster, ServiceMaster Restore and ServiceMaster Clean brand names, home 
cleaning services through franchises primarily under the Merry Maids brand name, cabinet and wood furniture repair primarily under 
the Furniture Medic brand name and home inspection services primarily under the AmeriSpec brand name. Corporate includes 
SMAC, the Company’s financing subsidiary exclusively dedicated to providing financing to its franchisees and retail customers of its 
operating units, and the Company’s headquarters operations (substantially all of which costs are allocated to the Company’s reportable 
segments), which provide various technology, marketing, finance, legal and other support services to the reportable segments. The 
composition of the Company’s reportable segments is consistent with that used by the Company’s chief operating decision maker (the 

“CODM”) to evaluate performance and allocate resources.

offer different services. The Terminix segment provides termite and pest control services to residential and commercial customers and 
distributes pest control products. The American Home Shield segment provides home warranties for household systems and 
appliances. The Franchise Services Group segment provides residential and commercial disaster restoration, janitorial and cleaning 
services through franchises primarily under the ServiceMaster, ServiceMaster Restore and ServiceMaster Clean brand names, home 
cleaning services through franchises primarily under the Merry Maids brand name, cabinet and wood furniture repair primarily under 
the Furniture Medic brand name and home inspection services primarily under the AmeriSpec brand name. Corporate includes 
SMAC, the Company’s financing subsidiary exclusively dedicated to providing financing to its franchisees and retail customers of its 
operating units, and the Company’s headquarters operations (substantially all of which costs are allocated to the Company’s reportable 
segments), which provide various technology, marketing, finance, legal and other support services to the reportable segments. The 
composition of the Company’s reportable segments is consistent with that used by the Company’s chief operating decision maker (the 
“CODM”) to evaluate performance and allocate resources.

Information regarding the accounting policies used by the Company is described in Note 2 to the consolidated financial 

Information regarding the accounting policies used by the Company is described in Note 2 to the consolidated financial 

statements. The Company derives substantially all of its revenue from customers and franchisees in the United States with 

approximately two percent generated in foreign markets. Operating expenses of the business units consist primarily of direct costs and 
indirect costs allocated from Corporate. Identifiable assets are those used in carrying out the operations of the business unit and 

include intangible assets directly related to its operations.

statements. The Company derives substantially all of its revenue from customers and franchisees in the United States with 
approximately two percent generated in foreign markets. Operating expenses of the business units consist primarily of direct costs and 
indirect costs allocated from Corporate. Identifiable assets are those used in carrying out the operations of the business unit and 
include intangible assets directly related to its operations.

The Company uses Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA as its measure of segment profitability. Accordingly, the CODM 

The Company uses Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA as its measure of segment profitability. Accordingly, the CODM 

evaluates performance and allocates resources based primarily on Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA. Reportable Segment 
Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income (loss) before: unallocated corporate expenses; loss from discontinued operations, net of 
income taxes; provision for income taxes; loss on extinguishment of debt; interest expense; depreciation and amortization expense; 
401(k) Plan corrective contribution; fumigation related matters; insurance reserve adjustment; non-cash stock-based compensation 
expense; restructuring charges; gain on sale of Merry Maids branches; non-cash impairment of software and other related costs; non-
cash impairment of property and equipment; management and consulting fees; consulting agreement termination fees; and other non-
operating expenses. The Company’s definition of Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA may not be calculated or comparable to 
similarly titled measures of other companies. The Company believes Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA is useful for investors, 
analysts and other interested parties as it facilitates company-to-company operating performance comparisons by excluding potential 
differences caused by variations in capital structures, taxation, the age and book depreciation of facilities and equipment, restructuring 

initiatives, consulting agreements and equity-based, long-term incentive plans.

evaluates performance and allocates resources based primarily on Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA. Reportable Segment 
Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income (loss) before: unallocated corporate expenses; loss from discontinued operations, net of 
income taxes; provision for income taxes; loss on extinguishment of debt; interest expense; depreciation and amortization expense; 
401(k) Plan corrective contribution; fumigation related matters; insurance reserve adjustment; non-cash stock-based compensation 
expense; restructuring charges; gain on sale of Merry Maids branches; non-cash impairment of software and other related costs; non-
cash impairment of property and equipment; management and consulting fees; consulting agreement termination fees; and other non-
operating expenses. The Company’s definition of Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA may not be calculated or comparable to 
similarly titled measures of other companies. The Company believes Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA is useful for investors, 
analysts and other interested parties as it facilitates company-to-company operating performance comparisons by excluding potential 
differences caused by variations in capital structures, taxation, the age and book depreciation of facilities and equipment, restructuring 
initiatives, consulting agreements and equity-based, long-term incentive plans.

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Information for continuing operations for each reportable segment and Corporate is presented below: 

(In millions)
Revenue:

Terminix 
American Home Shield 
Franchise Services Group 
Reportable Segment Revenue 
Corporate
Total Revenue 

Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA:(1)

Terminix 
American Home Shield 
Franchise Services Group 

Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA 

Identifiable Assets:

Terminix
American Home Shield
Franchise Services Group
Reportable Segment Identifiable Assets
Corporate

Total Identifiable Assets(2)

Depreciation & Amortization Expense:

Terminix
American Home Shield
Franchise Services Group
Reportable Segment Depreciation & Amortization Expense
Corporate

Total Depreciation & Amortization Expense(3)

Capital Expenditures:

Terminix
American Home Shield
Franchise Services Group
Reportable Segment Capital Expenditures
Corporate

Total Capital Expenditures
________________________________

2016

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2014

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

1,524
1,020
200
2,744
2
2,746

371
220
79
670

2,820
1,312
480
4,612
774

5,386

58
13
7
78
16
94

11
10
2
22
33
56

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

1,444
917
232
2,592
2
2,594

347
205
77
630

2,764
1,137
492
4,394
705

5,098

59
9
8
75
9
84

9
7
3
19
21
40

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

1,370
828
253
2,450
7
2,457

309
179
78
566

2,663
1,063
506
4,232
796

5,028

73
9
8
90
10
100

7
10
4
21
15
35

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(1)

Presented below is a reconciliation of Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA to Net Income (Loss): 

(1)

Presented below is a reconciliation of Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA to Net Income (Loss): 

(In millions)

Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA:

Terminix 

American Home Shield 

Franchise Services Group 

Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA 

Unallocated corporate expenses

Depreciation and amortization expense 

401(k) Plan corrective contribution

Fumigation related matters

Insurance reserve adjustment

Non-cash stock-based compensation expense 

Restructuring charges 

Gain on sale of Merry Maids branches

Non-cash impairment of software and other related costs 

Management and consulting fees 

Consulting agreement termination fees

Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes 

Provision for income taxes 

Loss on extinguishment of debt

Interest expense 

Other non-operating expenses

Net Income (Loss)

___________________________________

$

$

$

$

Year Ended December 31, 

2016

2015

2014

371

220

79

670

$

$

(3) $

(94)

(2)

(93)

(23)

(13)

(17)

2

(1)

—

—

(1)

(85)

(32)

(153)

—

155

$

347

205

77

630

$

$

(9) $

(84)

(23)

(9)

—

(10)

(5)

7

—

—

—

(2)

(107)

(58)

(167)

(3)

160

$

(In millions)
Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA:

Terminix 
American Home Shield 
Franchise Services Group 

Reportable Segment Adjusted EBITDA 

Unallocated corporate expenses
Depreciation and amortization expense 
401(k) Plan corrective contribution
Fumigation related matters
Insurance reserve adjustment
Non-cash stock-based compensation expense 
Restructuring charges 
Gain on sale of Merry Maids branches
Non-cash impairment of software and other related costs 
Management and consulting fees 
Consulting agreement termination fees
Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes 
Provision for income taxes 
Loss on extinguishment of debt
Interest expense 
Other non-operating expenses
Net Income (Loss)

___________________________________

309
179
78
566
(9)
(100)
—
—
—
(8)
(11)
1
(47)
(4)
(21)
(100)
(40)
(65)
(219)
—
(57)

$

$
$

$

2016

Year Ended December 31, 
2015

2014

$

371
220
79
670

$
(3) $

$

347
205
77
630

$
(9) $

(94)
(2)
(93)
(23)
(13)
(17)
2
(1)
—
—
(1)
(85)
(32)
(153)
—
155

$

(84)
(23)
(9)
—
(10)
(5)
7
—
—
—
(2)
(107)
(58)
(167)
(3)
160

$

309
179
78
566
(9)
(100)
—
—
—
(8)
(11)
1
(47)
(4)
(21)
(100)
(40)
(65)
(219)
—
(57)

(2)

(3)

Assets of discontinued operations are not included in the business segment table.

There are no adjustments necessary to reconcile total depreciation and amortization as presented in the business segment 
table to consolidated totals. Amortization of debt issue costs is not included in the business segment table. See Note 4 to the 

consolidated financial statements for information relating to segment goodwill. 

(2)

(3)

Assets of discontinued operations are not included in the business segment table.

There are no adjustments necessary to reconcile total depreciation and amortization as presented in the business segment 
table to consolidated totals. Amortization of debt issue costs is not included in the business segment table. See Note 4 to the 
consolidated financial statements for information relating to segment goodwill. 

Note 4. Goodwill and Intangible Assets

Note 4. Goodwill and Intangible Assets

Goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are not amortized and are subject to assessment for impairment by applying a 

Goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are not amortized and are subject to assessment for impairment by applying a 

fair-value based test on an annual basis or more frequently if circumstances indicate a potential impairment. The Company’s annual 
assessment date is October 1. There were no goodwill or trade name impairment charges recorded in continuing operations during the 
years ended December 31, 2016, 2015, and 2014. There were no accumulated impairment losses recorded in continuing operations as 

of December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014.

fair-value based test on an annual basis or more frequently if circumstances indicate a potential impairment. The Company’s annual 
assessment date is October 1. There were no goodwill or trade name impairment charges recorded in continuing operations during the 
years ended December 31, 2016, 2015, and 2014. There were no accumulated impairment losses recorded in continuing operations as 
of December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014.

The table below summarizes the goodwill balances for continuing operations by reportable segment:

The table below summarizes the goodwill balances for continuing operations by reportable segment:

(In millions)

Balance as of December 31, 2014

Acquisitions 

Disposals

Other (1)

Acquisitions 

Disposals

Balance as of December 31, 2015

Balance as of December 31, 2016

___________________________________

(1)

Reflects the impact of foreign exchange rates.

American

Franchise

Terminix

Home Shield

Services Group

Total

$

1,497

74

—

(4)

34

—

1,567

381

—

—

—

381

90

—

191

—

(9)

(1)

182

—

(6)

2,069
74
(9)
(5)
2,129
124
(6)

2,247

$

1,601

$

471

$

175

$

(In millions)
Balance as of December 31, 2014

Acquisitions 
Disposals
Other (1)

Balance as of December 31, 2015

Acquisitions 
Disposals

Balance as of December 31, 2016
___________________________________

(1)

Reflects the impact of foreign exchange rates.

$

Terminix

1,497
74
—
(4)
1,567
34
—

American
Home Shield
381
—
—
—
381
90
—

Franchise
Services Group
191
—
(9)
(1)
182
—
(6)

$

1,601

$

471

$

175

$

Total

2,069
74
(9)
(5)
2,129
124
(6)

2,247

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The table below summarizes the other intangible asset balances for continuing operations: 

(In millions)
Trade names(1)
Customer relationships 
Franchise agreements 
Other 
Total 
___________________________________

$

$

(1)

Not subject to amortization.

Gross

As of December 31, 2016
Accumulated
Amortization
—
(538)
(67)
(42)
(647) $

$

1,608
594
88
65
2,356

Net

Gross

1,608
56
21
23
1,708

$

$

1,608
571
88
53
2,320

As of December 31, 2015
Accumulated
Amortization
$

— $

Net

1,608
53
25
18
1,704

(517)
(63)
(36)
(616)

Amortization expense of $33 million, $38 million and $52 million was recorded in the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 

and 2014, respectively. For the existing intangible assets, the Company anticipates amortization expense of $26 million, $21 million, 
$15 million, $13 million and $9 million in 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021, respectively. 

During the year ended December 31, 2014, the Company recorded a pre-tax non-cash impairment charge of $139 million 

($84 million, net of tax) associated with the trade name at its former TruGreen business, which is reported in Loss from discontinued 
operations, net of income taxes in the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss).

Note 5. Income Taxes 

As of December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, the Company has $13 million, $16 million and $13 million, respectively, of tax 

benefits primarily reflected in state tax returns that have not been recognized for financial reporting purposes (“unrecognized tax 
benefits”). At December 31, 2016 and 2015, $9 million and $12 million, respectively, of unrecognized tax benefits would impact the 
effective tax rate if recognized. A reconciliation of the beginning and ending amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits is as follows: 

(In millions) 
Gross unrecognized tax benefits at beginning of period
Increases in tax positions for prior years
Decrease in tax positions for prior years
Increases in tax positions for current year
Lapse in statute of limitations
Gross unrecognized tax benefits at end of period

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2016

2014

16
—
(5)
3
(1)
13

$

$

13
—
—
3
(1)
16

$

$

8
1
—
7
(1)
13

$

$

Based on information currently available, it is reasonably possible that over the next 12 month period unrecognized tax 

benefits may decrease by $2 million as the result of settlements of ongoing audits, statute of limitation expirations or final settlements 
of uncertain tax positions in multiple jurisdictions. 

The Company files consolidated and separate income tax returns in the U.S. federal jurisdiction and in many state and foreign
jurisdictions. In the ordinary course of business, the Company is subject to review by domestic and foreign taxing authorities. For U.S. 
federal income tax purposes, the Company participates in the IRS’s Compliance Assurance Process whereby its U.S. federal income 
tax returns are reviewed by the IRS both prior to and after their filing. The U.S. federal income tax returns filed by the Company 
through the year ended December 31, 2014 have been audited by the IRS. In the fourth quarter of 2016, the IRS completed the audits 
of the Company’s tax returns for the year ended December 31, 2014 with no additional payments. The IRS commenced examinations 
of the Company’s U.S. federal income tax returns for 2015 in the first quarter of 2015. The examination is anticipated to be completed 
by the second quarter of 2017. Five state tax authorities are in the process of auditing state income tax returns of various subsidiaries. 
The Company is no longer subject to state and local or foreign income tax examinations by tax authorities for years before 2008. 

The Company’s policy is to recognize potential interest and penalties related to its tax positions within the tax provision. 

Total interest and penalties included in the consolidated statements of income are immaterial. As of December 31, 2016 and 2015, the 
Company had accrued for the payment of interest and penalties of approximately $1 million.

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The components of income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes are as follows: 

The components of income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes are as follows: 

(In millions) 

U.S.

Foreign

Income from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes

Year Ended December 31,

2016

2015

2014

$

$

238

3

241

$

$

266

4

270

$

$

(In millions) 
U.S.
Foreign
Income from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes

79
5
84

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2016

2014

$

$

238
3
241

$

$

266
4
270

$

$

79
5
84

The reconciliation of income tax computed at the U.S. federal statutory tax rate to the Company’s effective income tax rate 

The reconciliation of income tax computed at the U.S. federal statutory tax rate to the Company’s effective income tax rate 

for continuing operations is as follows:

for continuing operations is as follows:

Tax at U.S. federal statutory rate

State and local income taxes, net of U.S. federal benefit

Tax credits

Other permanent items

Stock option forfeitures

Remeasurement of prior year tax positions

Excess tax benefits from stock-based compensation

Other, including foreign rate differences and reserves

Effective rate

Year Ended December 31,

2016

35.0 %

2015

35.0 %

4.7

(0.9)

1.5

—

(1.9)

(3.0)

—

3.2

(0.8)

2.4

—

—

—

—

35.4 %

39.8 %

2014

35.0 %
12.3
(3.1)
1.8
1.6
—
—
0.6
48.2 %

Tax at U.S. federal statutory rate
State and local income taxes, net of U.S. federal benefit
Tax credits
Other permanent items
Stock option forfeitures
Remeasurement of prior year tax positions
Excess tax benefits from stock-based compensation
Other, including foreign rate differences and reserves
Effective rate

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2016

2014

35.0 %
4.7
(0.9)
1.5
—
(1.9)
(3.0)
—
35.4 %

35.0 %
3.2
(0.8)
2.4
—
—
—
—
39.8 %

35.0 %
12.3
(3.1)
1.8
1.6
—
—
0.6
48.2 %

The effective tax rate for discontinued operations for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014 was a tax benefit of 

The effective tax rate for discontinued operations for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014 was a tax benefit of 

37.7 percent, 37.7 percent and 38.1 percent, respectively. The effective tax rate for the year ending December 31, 2014 was impacted 

by the impairment of non-deductible goodwill. 

37.7 percent, 37.7 percent and 38.1 percent, respectively. The effective tax rate for the year ending December 31, 2014 was impacted 
by the impairment of non-deductible goodwill. 

Income tax expense from continuing operations is as follows:

Income tax expense from continuing operations is as follows:

(In millions )

Current:

U.S. federal

Foreign

State and local

Deferred:

U.S. federal

Foreign

State and local

Year Ended December 31,

2016

2015

2014

$

$

$

$

50

2

12

64

17

(2)

6

22

85

33

2

12

47

59

—

1

60

(In millions )
Current:

U.S. federal
Foreign
State and local

Deferred:

U.S. federal
Foreign
State and local

Provision for income taxes

—
3
9
11

27
—
2
29
40

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2016

2014

$

$

50
2
12
64

17
(2)
6
22
85

$

$

33
2
12
47

59
—
1
60
107

$

$

—
3
9
11

27
—
2
29
40

Provision for income taxes

$

107

$

Deferred income tax expense results from timing differences in the recognition of income and expense for income tax and 
financial reporting purposes. Deferred income tax balances reflect the net tax effects of temporary differences between the carrying 
amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting and income tax purposes. The deferred tax asset primarily reflects the impact of 
future tax deductions related to the Company’s accruals and certain net operating loss carryforwards. The deferred tax liability is 
primarily attributable to the basis differences related to intangible assets. Valuation allowances are recorded to reduce deferred tax 
assets when it is more likely than not that a tax benefit will not be realized. The valuation allowance for deferred tax assets as of 

December 31, 2016 was $7 million. 

Deferred income tax expense results from timing differences in the recognition of income and expense for income tax and 
financial reporting purposes. Deferred income tax balances reflect the net tax effects of temporary differences between the carrying 
amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting and income tax purposes. The deferred tax asset primarily reflects the impact of 
future tax deductions related to the Company’s accruals and certain net operating loss carryforwards. The deferred tax liability is 
primarily attributable to the basis differences related to intangible assets. Valuation allowances are recorded to reduce deferred tax 
assets when it is more likely than not that a tax benefit will not be realized. The valuation allowance for deferred tax assets as of 
December 31, 2016 was $7 million. 

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Significant components of the Company’s deferred tax balances are as follows: 

(In millions) 
Long-term deferred tax assets (liabilities):

Intangible assets(1)
Property and equipment
Prepaid expenses and deferred customer acquisition costs
Receivables allowances
Self-insured claims and related expenses
Accrued liabilities
Other long-term obligations
Net operating loss and tax credit carryforwards
Less valuation allowance

Net Long-term deferred tax liability(2)
___________________________________

As of December 31,

2016

2015

(727) $
(34)
(18)
13
11
28
(19)
36
(7)
(717) $

(719)
(21)
(17)
13
11
30
(14)
37
(7)
(687)

$

$

(1)

(2)

The deferred tax liability relates primarily to the difference in the tax versus book basis of intangible assets. The Company
had $759 million and $760 million of deferred tax liability included in this net deferred tax liability as of December 31, 2016
and 2015, respectively, that will not actually be paid unless certain business units of the Company are sold. 

As of December 31, 2016, includes a deferred tax asset of $2 million recorded in Other assets on the consolidated statement 
of financial position.

As of December 31, 2016, the Company had deferred tax assets, net of valuation allowances, of $29 million for federal and 
state net operating loss and capital loss carryforwards, which expire at various dates up to 2036. The Company also had deferred tax 
assets, net of valuation allowances, of less than $1 million for federal and state credit carryforwards which expire at various dates up 
to 2026. The federal and state net operating loss carryforwards in the filed income tax returns included unrecognized tax benefits taken 
in prior years. The net operating losses for which a deferred tax asset is recognized for financial statement purposes in accordance with 
ASC 740 are presented net of these unrecognized tax benefits. 

For the year ended December 31, 2011, the Company reorganized certain foreign subsidiaries in conjunction with its 
international growth initiatives and evaluated its liquidity requirements in the United States and the capital requirements of its foreign 
subsidiaries. Based on these factors, the Company considers undistributed earnings of its foreign subsidiaries as of December 31, 2016 
to be indefinitely reinvested. Accordingly, the Company has not recorded any material deferred taxes for U.S. or foreign withholding 
taxes on the excess of the amount for financial reporting purposes over the tax basis of investments in foreign subsidiaries that are 
essentially permanent in duration. Cumulative undistributed earnings of the Company’s foreign subsidiaries amounted to $60 million 
and $56 million as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively. This amount becomes taxable upon a repatriation of assets from the 
subsidiary or a sale or liquidation of the subsidiary. Should these earnings become taxable, the Company could be subject to U.S. 
income taxes (subject to an adjustment for foreign tax credits) and withholding taxes in various jurisdictions. Determination of the 
amount of any unrecognized deferred income tax liability on this temporary difference is not practicable due to the complexities of the 
hypothetical calculation. The amount of cash associated with indefinitely reinvested foreign earnings was approximately $23 million 
and $17 million as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively. The Company does not anticipate the need to repatriate funds to the 
United States to satisfy domestic liquidity needs arising in the ordinary course of business, including liquidity needs associated with 
domestic debt service requirements.  

Note 6. Acquisitions

Acquisitions have been accounted for using the acquisition method and, accordingly, the results of operations of the acquired 

businesses have been included in the consolidated financial statements since their dates of acquisition. The assets and liabilities of 
these businesses were recorded in the financial statements at their estimated fair values as of the acquisition dates.

2016

On June 27, 2016, the Company acquired OneGuard for a total purchase price of $61 million. The Company recorded 

goodwill of $57 million and other intangibles, primarily customer relationships, of $15 million related to this acquisition. 

On November 30, 2016, the Company acquired Landmark for a total purchase price of $39 million. The Company recorded 

goodwill of $33 million and other intangibles, primarily customer relationships, of $17 million related to this acquisition. As of 
December 31, 2016, the purchase price allocation for this acquisition has not been finalized. In particular, the Company is still
evaluating the fair value of certain intangible assets. As the Company finalizes the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed, 
additional purchase price adjustments may be recorded during the measurement period in 2017. 

During the year ended December 31, 2016, the Company completed several pest control and termite acquisitions. The total 

purchase price for these acquisitions was $43 million. The Company recorded goodwill of $34 million and other intangibles, primarily 
customer relationships, of $6 million related to these acquisitions. 

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Prior Years

acquisition.

During the year ended December 31, 2015, the Company completed several pest control and termite acquisitions. The total 

During the year ended December 31, 2015, the Company completed several pest control and termite acquisitions. The total 

purchase price for these acquisitions was $125 million. The Company recorded goodwill of $74 million and other intangibles, 

primarily customer relationships, of $46 million related to these acquisitions.

purchase price for these acquisitions was $125 million. The Company recorded goodwill of $74 million and other intangibles, 
primarily customer relationships, of $46 million related to these acquisitions.

On February 28, 2014, the Company acquired HSA. The total purchase price for this acquisition was $32 million. The 

On February 28, 2014, the Company acquired HSA. The total purchase price for this acquisition was $32 million. The 

Company recorded goodwill of $34 million and other intangibles, primarily customer relationships, of $18 million related to this 

Company recorded goodwill of $34 million and other intangibles, primarily customer relationships, of $18 million related to this 
acquisition.

During the year ended December 31, 2014, the Company completed several pest control, termite and franchise acquisitions. 

During the year ended December 31, 2014, the Company completed several pest control, termite and franchise acquisitions. 

The total purchase price for these acquisitions was $32 million. The Company recorded goodwill of $20 million and other intangibles, 

primarily customer relationships, of $11 million related to these acquisitions.

The total purchase price for these acquisitions was $32 million. The Company recorded goodwill of $20 million and other intangibles, 
primarily customer relationships, of $11 million related to these acquisitions.

Supplemental cash flow information regarding the Company’s acquisitions is as follows:

Supplemental cash flow information regarding the Company’s acquisitions is as follows:

Prior Years

Year Ended December 31,

2016

2015

2014

$

$

$

$

184

(40)

144

121

23

144

$

$

$

$

126

—

125

92

33

125

$

$

$

$

(In millions)
Assets acquired
Liabilities assumed
Net assets acquired

99
(34)
64

58
6
64

Net cash paid
Seller financed debt 
Purchase price

Note 7. Discontinued Operations

TruGreen Spin-off

2016

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2014

$

$

$

$

184
(40)
144

121
23
144

$

$

$

$

126
—
125

92
33
125

$

$

$

$

99
(34)
64

58
6
64

On January 14, 2014, the Company completed the TruGreen Spin-off resulting in the spin-off of the assets and certain 
liabilities of the TruGreen Business through a tax-free, pro rata dividend to the Company’s stockholders. As a result of the completion 
of the TruGreen Spin-off, New TruGreen operates the TruGreen Business as a private independent company. The following is a 

summary of the assets and liabilities distributed to New TruGreen as part of the TruGreen spin-off on January 14, 2014:

On January 14, 2014, the Company completed the TruGreen Spin-off resulting in the spin-off of the assets and certain 
liabilities of the TruGreen Business through a tax-free, pro rata dividend to the Company’s stockholders. As a result of the completion 
of the TruGreen Spin-off, New TruGreen operates the TruGreen Business as a private independent company. The following is a 
summary of the assets and liabilities distributed to New TruGreen as part of the TruGreen spin-off on January 14, 2014:

(In millions)
Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents 
Receivables, net 
Inventories and other current assets 
Property and equipment, net 
Intangible assets, net 
Other long-term assets 

Total Assets 

Liabilities:
Current liabilities 
Long-term debt and other long-term liabilities 

Total Liabilities 

Net assets distributed to New TruGreen 

57
22
39
181
216
6
521

149
97
246
275

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$
$

57
22
39
181
216
6
521

149
97
246
275

(In millions)

Assets acquired

Liabilities assumed

Net assets acquired

Net cash paid

Seller financed debt 

Purchase price

Note 7. Discontinued Operations

TruGreen Spin-off

(In millions)

Assets:

Cash and cash equivalents 

Receivables, net 

Inventories and other current assets 

Property and equipment, net 

Intangible assets, net 

Other long-term assets 

Total Assets 

Liabilities:

Current liabilities 

Long-term debt and other long-term liabilities 

Total Liabilities 

Net assets distributed to New TruGreen 

The historical results of the TruGreen Business, including the results of operations, cash flows and related assets and 

The historical results of the TruGreen Business, including the results of operations, cash flows and related assets and 

liabilities, are reported as discontinued operations for all periods presented herein.

liabilities, are reported as discontinued operations for all periods presented herein.

In connection with the TruGreen Spin-off, the Company entered into a transition services agreement with New TruGreen 

In connection with the TruGreen Spin-off, the Company entered into a transition services agreement with New TruGreen 

pursuant to which the Company provides New TruGreen with specified communications, public relations, finance and accounting, tax, 
treasury, internal audit, human resources operations and benefits, risk management and insurance, supply management, real estate 
management, marketing, facilities, information technology and other support services. The charges for the transition services are 
designed to allow the Company to fully recover the direct costs of providing the services, plus specified margins and any out-of-
pocket costs and expenses. The services provided under the transition services agreement terminated at various specified times on or 
prior to December 31, 2016, except certain information technology services which the Company has entered into an agreement with 

New TruGreen to extend through June 30, 2018. New TruGreen may terminate the extended transition services agreement for 

convenience upon 90 days written notice. 

pursuant to which the Company provides New TruGreen with specified communications, public relations, finance and accounting, tax, 
treasury, internal audit, human resources operations and benefits, risk management and insurance, supply management, real estate 
management, marketing, facilities, information technology and other support services. The charges for the transition services are 
designed to allow the Company to fully recover the direct costs of providing the services, plus specified margins and any out-of-
pocket costs and expenses. The services provided under the transition services agreement terminated at various specified times on or 
prior to December 31, 2016, except certain information technology services which the Company has entered into an agreement with 
New TruGreen to extend through June 30, 2018. New TruGreen may terminate the extended transition services agreement for 
convenience upon 90 days written notice. 

Under this transition services agreement, in the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, the Company recorded $9 

Under this transition services agreement, in the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, the Company recorded $9 

million, $25 million and $36 million, respectively, of fees from New TruGreen, which is included as a reduction, net of costs incurred, 

million, $25 million and $36 million, respectively, of fees from New TruGreen, which is included as a reduction, net of costs incurred, 

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in Selling and administrative expenses in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income (loss). As of December 
31, 2016, all amounts owed by New TruGreen under this agreement have been paid.

During the year ended December 31, 2014, the Company processed certain of New TruGreen’s accounts payable 
transactions. Through this process, in the year ended December 31, 2014, $97 million was paid on New TruGreen’s behalf, all of 
which was repaid by New TruGreen.

In addition, the Company, New TruGreen and TruGreen Limited Partnership entered into (1) a separation and distribution 

agreement containing key provisions relating to the separation of the TruGreen Business and the distribution of New TruGreen 
common stock to the Company’s stockholders (including relating to specified TruGreen legal matters with respect to which the 
Company has agreed to retain liability, as well as insurance coverage, non-competition, indemnification and other matters), (2) an 
employee matters agreement allocating liabilities and responsibilities relating to employee benefit plans and programs and other 
related matters and (3) a tax matters agreement governing the respective rights, responsibilities and obligations of the parties thereto 
with respect to taxes, including allocating liabilities for income taxes attributable to New TruGreen and its subsidiaries generally to the 
Company for tax periods (or portions thereof) ending on or before January 14, 2014 and generally to New TruGreen for tax periods 
(or portions thereof) beginning after that date.

TruGreen Intangible Assets

Indefinite lived intangible assets, primarily the Company’s trade names, are assessed annually for impairment during the 

fourth quarter or earlier upon the occurrence of certain events or substantive changes in circumstances.

Intangible Assets – Prior Years

As a result of the TruGreen Spin-off, the Company was required to perform an interim impairment analysis as of January 14, 

2014 on the TruGreen trade name. The assumptions were developed with the view of the TruGreen Business as a stand-alone 
company, resulting in an increase in the assumed discount rate of 350 bps, as compared to the discount rate used in the October 1, 
2013 impairment test for the TruGreen trade name. This interim impairment analysis resulted in a pre-tax non-cash trade name 
impairment charge of $139 million ($84 million, net of tax) to reduce the carrying value of the TruGreen trade name to its estimated 
fair value. This impairment charge was recorded in Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes, in the year ended 
December 31, 2014. The impairment of the TruGreen trade name represented an adjustment of the carrying value of the asset to its 
estimated fair value on a non-recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs on the date of the TruGreen Spin-off.

Financial Information for Discontinued Operations

Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes, for all periods presented includes the operating results of the 

previously sold businesses.

The operating results of discontinued operations are as follows:

(In millions)
Revenue 
Cost of services rendered and products sold
Selling and administrative expenses
Trade name impairment(1)
Restructuring charges
Loss before income taxes(1)
Benefit for income taxes(1)
Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes(1)
___________________________________
(1)

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2016

2014

— $
—
1
—
—
(1)
—
(1) $

— $
—
3
—
—
(3)
(1)
(2) $

6
12
14
139
3
(161)
(61)
(100)

$

$

During the year ended December 31, 2014, the Company recorded a pre-tax non-cash impairment charge of $139 million 
($84 million, net of tax) associated with the trade name at its former TruGreen business, which is reported in Loss from 
discontinued operations, net of income taxes in the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss).

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Note 8. Restructuring Charges

Note 8. Restructuring Charges

The Company incurred restructuring charges of $17 million ($11 million, net of tax), $5 million ($3 million, net of tax) and 
$11 million ($7 million, net of tax) for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, respectively. Restructuring charges were 

The Company incurred restructuring charges of $17 million ($11 million, net of tax), $5 million ($3 million, net of tax) and 
$11 million ($7 million, net of tax) for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, respectively. Restructuring charges were 
comprised of the following:

Year Ended December 31,

2016

2015

2014

$

$

$

—

7

2

5

3

17

$

3

—

1

1

—

5

$

$

2
—
3
6
—
11

(In millions)
Terminix(1)
American Home Shield(2)
Franchise Services Group(3)
Corporate(4)
Headquarters relocation(5)
Total restructuring charges 
___________________________________

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2016

2014

7
2
—
5
3
17

$

$

3
—
1
1
—
5

$

$

2
—
3
6
—
11

$

$

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

For the year ended December 31, 2016, these charges include $1 million of severance costs and $3 million of stock-based 
compensation expense due to the modification of non-vested stock options and RSUs as part of the severance agreement with 
the former president of Terminix. Additionally, $4 million, $3 million and $2 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 
2015 and 2014, respectively, relate to lease termination and severance costs driven by Terminix’s branch optimization 

(1)

program. 

Represents lease termination and other costs driven by the decision to consolidate the stand-alone operations of HSA 

acquired in February 2014 with those of American Home Shield. 

Represents severance costs related to the reorganization of the Franchise Services Group.

For the year ended December 31, 2016, these charges include professional fees of $2 million and accelerated depreciation of 
$2 million related to the early termination of a long-term human resources outsourcing agreement. Additionally, for the years 
ended December 31, 2016, 2015, and 2014, these charges include severance and other costs of $2 million, $1 million, and $6 
million, respectively, related to an initiative to enhance capabilities and reduce costs in the Company’s headquarters functions 

that provide company-wide administrative services for its operations. 

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

Represents impairment charges of $1 million and professional fees and other costs of $1 million related to the relocation of 

(5)

For the year ended December 31, 2016, these charges include $1 million of severance costs and $3 million of stock-based 
compensation expense due to the modification of non-vested stock options and RSUs as part of the severance agreement with 
the former president of Terminix. Additionally, $4 million, $3 million and $2 million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 
2015 and 2014, respectively, relate to lease termination and severance costs driven by Terminix’s branch optimization 
program. 

Represents lease termination and other costs driven by the decision to consolidate the stand-alone operations of HSA 
acquired in February 2014 with those of American Home Shield. 

Represents severance costs related to the reorganization of the Franchise Services Group.

For the year ended December 31, 2016, these charges include professional fees of $2 million and accelerated depreciation of 
$2 million related to the early termination of a long-term human resources outsourcing agreement. Additionally, for the years 
ended December 31, 2016, 2015, and 2014, these charges include severance and other costs of $2 million, $1 million, and $6 
million, respectively, related to an initiative to enhance capabilities and reduce costs in the Company’s headquarters functions 
that provide company-wide administrative services for its operations. 

Represents impairment charges of $1 million and professional fees and other costs of $1 million related to the relocation of 
the Company’s headquarters. 

The pretax charges discussed above are reported in Restructuring charges in the consolidated statements of operations and

The pretax charges discussed above are reported in Restructuring charges in the consolidated statements of operations and

comprehensive (loss) income.

A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances of accrued restructuring charges, which are included in Accrued 

A reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances of accrued restructuring charges, which are included in Accrued 

liabilities—Other on the consolidated statements of financial position, is presented as follows:

liabilities—Other on the consolidated statements of financial position, is presented as follows:

Accrued
Restructuring
Charges

$

$

4
5
(7)
1
17
(16)
3

(In millions)
Balance as of December 31, 2014

Costs incurred 
Costs paid or otherwise settled 
Balance as of December 31, 2015

Costs incurred 
Costs paid or otherwise settled 
Balance as of December 31, 2016

Accrued
Restructuring
Charges

$

$

4
5
(7)
1
17
(16)
3

comprised of the following:

(In millions)

Terminix(1)

American Home Shield(2)

Franchise Services Group(3)

Corporate(4)

Headquarters relocation(5)

Total restructuring charges 

___________________________________

the Company’s headquarters. 

comprehensive (loss) income.

(In millions)

Balance as of December 31, 2014

Costs incurred 

Costs paid or otherwise settled 

Balance as of December 31, 2015

Costs incurred 

Costs paid or otherwise settled 

Balance as of December 31, 2016

Note 9. Commitments and Contingencies

Note 9. Commitments and Contingencies

The Company leases certain property and equipment under various operating lease arrangements. Most of the property leases 

The Company leases certain property and equipment under various operating lease arrangements. Most of the property leases 

provide that the Company pay taxes, insurance and maintenance applicable to the leased premises. As leases for existing locations 

expire, the Company expects to renew the leases or substitute another location and lease.

provide that the Company pay taxes, insurance and maintenance applicable to the leased premises. As leases for existing locations 
expire, the Company expects to renew the leases or substitute another location and lease.

Rental expense for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014 was $29 million, $29 million and $31 million, 

Rental expense for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014 was $29 million, $29 million and $31 million, 

respectively. Based on leases in place as of December 31, 2016, future long-term non-cancelable operating lease payments will be 
approximately $21 million in 2017, $17 million in 2018, $13 million in 2019, $11 million in 2020, $7 million in 2021 and $65 million 

in 2022 and thereafter.

respectively. Based on leases in place as of December 31, 2016, future long-term non-cancelable operating lease payments will be 
approximately $21 million in 2017, $17 million in 2018, $13 million in 2019, $11 million in 2020, $7 million in 2021 and $65 million 
in 2022 and thereafter.

In the normal course of business, the Company periodically enters into agreements that incorporate indemnification 

In the normal course of business, the Company periodically enters into agreements that incorporate indemnification 

provisions. While the maximum amount to which the Company may be exposed under such agreements cannot be estimated, the 
Company does not expect these guarantees and indemnifications to have a material effect on the Company’s business, financial 

condition, results of operations or cash flows. 

provisions. While the maximum amount to which the Company may be exposed under such agreements cannot be estimated, the 
Company does not expect these guarantees and indemnifications to have a material effect on the Company’s business, financial 
condition, results of operations or cash flows. 

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The Company carries insurance policies on insurable risks at levels that it believes to be appropriate, including workers’ 

compensation, automobile and general liability risks. The Company purchases insurance policies from third-party insurance carriers, 
which typically incorporate significant deductibles or self-insured retentions. The Company is responsible for all claims that fall below 
the retention limits, exceed our coverage limits or are otherwise not covered by our insurance policies. In determining the Company’s 
accrual for self-insured claims, the Company uses historical claims experience to establish both the current year accrual and the 
underlying provision for future losses. This actuarially determined provision and related accrual include known claims, as well as 
incurred but not reported claims. The Company adjusts its estimate of accrued self-insured claims when required to reflect changes 
based on factors such as changes in health care costs, accident frequency and claim severity.

A reconciliation of beginning and ending accrued self-insured claims, which are included in Accrued liabilities—Self-insured 
claims and related expenses and Other long-term obligations, primarily self-insured claims on the consolidated statements of financial 
position, net of insurance recoverables, which are included in Prepaid expenses and other assets and Other assets on the consolidated 
statements of financial position, is presented as follows:

(In millions)
Balance as of December 31, 2014
Provision for self-insured claims 
Cash payments 
Balance as of December 31, 2015
Provision for self-insured claims(1)
Cash payments 
Balance as of December 31, 2016
___________________________________

Accrued
Self-insured
Claims, Net

104
41
(31)
114
58
(51)
120

$

$

(1)

Includes a charge of $23 million recorded in the year ended December 31, 2016 for an adjustment to the Company’s accrued 
self-insured claims related to automobile, general liability and workers’ compensation risks. The adjustment is based on the 
Company’s detailed annual assessment of this actuarially determined accrual, which the Company completes in the second 
quarter of each year. This adjustment relates to coverage periods of 2015 and prior.

Accruals for home warranty claims in the American Home Shield business are made based on the Company’s claims 
experience and actuarial projections. Termite damage claim accruals in the Terminix business are recorded based on both the 
historical rates of claims incurred within a contract year and the cost per claim. Current activity could differ causing a change in 
estimates. The Company has certain liabilities with respect to existing or potential claims, lawsuits and other proceedings. The 
Company accrues for these liabilities when it is probable that future costs will be incurred and such costs can be reasonably estimated. 
Any resulting adjustments, which could be material, are recorded in the period the adjustments are identified.

For more information on the 401(k) Plan corrective contribution, see Note 11 to the consolidated financial statements. 

In addition to the matters discussed above and the fumigation related matters discussed below, in the ordinary course of 

conducting business activities, the Company and its subsidiaries become involved in judicial, administrative and regulatory 
proceedings involving both private parties and governmental authorities. These proceedings include insured and uninsured matters that 
are brought on an individual, collective, representative and class action basis, or other proceedings involving regulatory, employment, 
general and commercial liability, automobile liability, wage and hour, environmental and other matters. The Company has entered into 
settlement agreements in certain cases, including with respect to putative collective and class actions, which are subject to court or 
other approvals. If one or more of the Company’s settlements are not finally approved, the Company could have additional or different 
exposure, which could be material. Subject to the paragraphs below, the Company does not expect any of these proceedings to have a 
material effect on its reputation, business, financial position, results of operations or cash flows; however, the Company can give no 
assurance that the results of any such proceedings will not materially affect its reputation, business, financial position, results of 
operations and cash flows.  

Fumigation Related Matters

On July 21, 2016, TMX USVI and TMX LP, each an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, entered into the 
Superseding Plea Agreement in connection with the investigation initiated by the DOJ into allegations that a local Terminix branch 
used methyl bromide as a fumigant at a resort in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands. The Superseding Plea Agreement was intended to 
resolve four misdemeanor charges of violations of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act related to improper 
applications of methyl bromide. Those charges were set forth in an Information, dated March 29, 2016, in the matter styled United 
States of America v. The Terminix International Company Limited Partnership and Terminix International USVI, LLC. At a hearing 
held on August 25, 2016, the District Court rejected the Superseding Plea Agreement.  On August 31, 2016, the DOJ requested that 
the charges be dismissed, reserving its right to re-file the charges, in light of ongoing discussions to resolve the matter. The District 
Court granted that request, and the March 29, 2016 Information was dismissed.  

On January 20, 2017, TMX USVI and TMX LP entered into the New Plea Agreement with the DOJ, which has been filed 
with the District Court, and replaces the Superseding Plea Agreement. Under the New Plea Agreement, TMX USVI and TMX LP 

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have agreed to plead guilty to four misdemeanor charges of violations of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act 
related to improper applications of methyl bromide, as set forth in a new Information filed on January 20, 2017 with the District Court 
that is substantially similar to the March 29, 2016 Information. Under the terms of the New Plea Agreement, the parties agree and 
jointly recommend to the District Court that (i) TMX USVI and TMX LP each pay a fine of $4 million (total of $8 million); (ii) TMX 
USVI pay $1 million to the EPA for costs incurred by the EPA for the response and clean-up of the affected units at the resort in St. 
John; (iii) TMX USVI make a community service payment of $1 million to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation for the purpose 
of engaging a third party to provide training to pesticide applicators in the U.S. Virgin Islands; and (iv) both TMX USVI and TMX 
LP serve a three-year probation period, subject to the special conditions of probation under the New Plea Agreement. The total 
financial terms of the recommended sentence under the New Plea Agreement are equivalent in total amount to the financial terms 
under the Superseding Plea Agreement. Unlike the Superseding Plea Agreement, however, the New Plea Agreement is non-binding 
on the District Court. It is possible that the District Court could use its discretion to impose fines or other terms different than those in 
the New Plea Agreement. If approved by the District Court, and upon compliance with the terms and conditions of the New Plea 
Agreement, the New Plea Agreement will resolve the federal criminal consequences associated with the DOJ investigation. The New 
Plea Agreement does not bind any other federal, state or local authority; however, the EPA has indicated that it does not intend to 

initiate any administrative enforcement action or refer the matter to the DOJ for any civil enforcement action if the New Plea

Agreement is approved by the District Court.

have agreed to plead guilty to four misdemeanor charges of violations of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act 
related to improper applications of methyl bromide, as set forth in a new Information filed on January 20, 2017 with the District Court 
that is substantially similar to the March 29, 2016 Information. Under the terms of the New Plea Agreement, the parties agree and 
jointly recommend to the District Court that (i) TMX USVI and TMX LP each pay a fine of $4 million (total of $8 million); (ii) TMX 
USVI pay $1 million to the EPA for costs incurred by the EPA for the response and clean-up of the affected units at the resort in St. 
John; (iii) TMX USVI make a community service payment of $1 million to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation for the purpose 
of engaging a third party to provide training to pesticide applicators in the U.S. Virgin Islands; and (iv) both TMX USVI and TMX 
LP serve a three-year probation period, subject to the special conditions of probation under the New Plea Agreement. The total 
financial terms of the recommended sentence under the New Plea Agreement are equivalent in total amount to the financial terms 
under the Superseding Plea Agreement. Unlike the Superseding Plea Agreement, however, the New Plea Agreement is non-binding 
on the District Court. It is possible that the District Court could use its discretion to impose fines or other terms different than those in 
the New Plea Agreement. If approved by the District Court, and upon compliance with the terms and conditions of the New Plea 
Agreement, the New Plea Agreement will resolve the federal criminal consequences associated with the DOJ investigation. The New 
Plea Agreement does not bind any other federal, state or local authority; however, the EPA has indicated that it does not intend to 
initiate any administrative enforcement action or refer the matter to the DOJ for any civil enforcement action if the New Plea
Agreement is approved by the District Court.

The Company has recorded within Fumigation related matters in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive 

The Company has recorded within Fumigation related matters in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive 

income charges of $2 million and $8 million in the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively, in connection with the 
aforementioned criminal matter. The New Plea Agreement and the payments contemplated thereunder would not resolve any civil or 

administrative claims for damages or other relief related to the U.S. Virgin Islands matter; however, the Company previously 

disclosed that it has formalized the terms of the settlement agreement, which includes customary releases and confidentiality 

provisions, and a civil court in Delaware has given the necessary approvals. Accordingly, the civil claims for all four members of the 
Delaware family impacted are resolved. For the year ended December 31, 2016, the Company recorded within Fumigation related 

matters in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income a charge of $87 million in connection with the 

settlement agreement. For the year ended December 31, 2015, the Company recorded within Cost of services rendered and products 
sold in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income a charge of $3 million related to the civil claims related to 
the U.S. Virgin Islands matter, which is an amount equal to the Company’s insurance deductible under its general liability insurance 

policies.

income charges of $2 million and $8 million in the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively, in connection with the 
aforementioned criminal matter. The New Plea Agreement and the payments contemplated thereunder would not resolve any civil or 
administrative claims for damages or other relief related to the U.S. Virgin Islands matter; however, the Company previously 
disclosed that it has formalized the terms of the settlement agreement, which includes customary releases and confidentiality 
provisions, and a civil court in Delaware has given the necessary approvals. Accordingly, the civil claims for all four members of the 
Delaware family impacted are resolved. For the year ended December 31, 2016, the Company recorded within Fumigation related 
matters in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income a charge of $87 million in connection with the 
settlement agreement. For the year ended December 31, 2015, the Company recorded within Cost of services rendered and products 
sold in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income a charge of $3 million related to the civil claims related to 
the U.S. Virgin Islands matter, which is an amount equal to the Company’s insurance deductible under its general liability insurance 
policies.

The amount and extent of any further potential penalties, fines, sanctions, costs and damages that the federal or other 

The amount and extent of any further potential penalties, fines, sanctions, costs and damages that the federal or other 

governmental authorities may yet impose, investigation or other costs and reputational harm, as well as the impact of any additional 
civil, criminal or other claims or judicial, administrative or regulatory proceedings resulting from or related to the U.S. Virgin Islands 
matter, which could be material, is not currently known or reasonably estimable, and any such further penalties, fines, sanctions, costs 
or damages would not be covered under the Company’s general liability insurance policies. On December 16, 2016, the U.S. Virgin 

Islands Department of Justice filed a civil complaint in the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands related to the aforementioned 

fumigation incident in a matter styled Government of the United States Virgin Islands v. The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, The 
Terminix International Company Limited Partnership, and Terminix International USVI, LLC. The Company has not recorded any 

charge for this new civil lawsuit.   

governmental authorities may yet impose, investigation or other costs and reputational harm, as well as the impact of any additional 
civil, criminal or other claims or judicial, administrative or regulatory proceedings resulting from or related to the U.S. Virgin Islands 
matter, which could be material, is not currently known or reasonably estimable, and any such further penalties, fines, sanctions, costs 
or damages would not be covered under the Company’s general liability insurance policies. On December 16, 2016, the U.S. Virgin 
Islands Department of Justice filed a civil complaint in the Superior Court of the Virgin Islands related to the aforementioned 
fumigation incident in a matter styled Government of the United States Virgin Islands v. The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, The 
Terminix International Company Limited Partnership, and Terminix International USVI, LLC. The Company has not recorded any 
charge for this new civil lawsuit.   

On September 15, 2015, a lawsuit was filed in the Circuit Court of the 15th Judicial Circuit in and for Palm Beach County, 

On September 15, 2015, a lawsuit was filed in the Circuit Court of the 15th Judicial Circuit in and for Palm Beach County, 

Florida, styled Carl Robert McCaughey, et al. v. Terminix International Company Limited Partnership, Sunland Pest Control 

Services, Inc., et al. The lawsuit alleges that fumigation of a Florida family’s residence by Sunland, a subcontractor of TMX LP, 
resulted in serious injuries to one of the family’s children. The Company has formalized the terms of a settlement agreement, which 

includes customary releases and confidentiality provisions, and a civil court in Florida has given the necessary 

approvals. Accordingly, the civil claims of the affected family related to the Florida fumigation matter are now resolved, and the case 
has been dismissed. Under the terms of the settlement agreement, in addition to the amounts that the Company’s insurance carriers 
have agreed to pay to the family pursuant to our general liability insurance policies, the Company has paid $3 million, an amount 
equal to the Company’s insurance deductible under its general liability insurance policies. In the year ended December 31, 2016, the 

Company recorded within Cost of services rendered and products sold in the consolidated statement of operations and 

comprehensive income a charge of $3 million in connection with civil claims related to the Florida fumigation matter.

Florida, styled Carl Robert McCaughey, et al. v. Terminix International Company Limited Partnership, Sunland Pest Control 
Services, Inc., et al. The lawsuit alleges that fumigation of a Florida family’s residence by Sunland, a subcontractor of TMX LP, 
resulted in serious injuries to one of the family’s children. The Company has formalized the terms of a settlement agreement, which 
includes customary releases and confidentiality provisions, and a civil court in Florida has given the necessary 
approvals. Accordingly, the civil claims of the affected family related to the Florida fumigation matter are now resolved, and the case 
has been dismissed. Under the terms of the settlement agreement, in addition to the amounts that the Company’s insurance carriers 
have agreed to pay to the family pursuant to our general liability insurance policies, the Company has paid $3 million, an amount 
equal to the Company’s insurance deductible under its general liability insurance policies. In the year ended December 31, 2016, the 
Company recorded within Cost of services rendered and products sold in the consolidated statement of operations and 
comprehensive income a charge of $3 million in connection with civil claims related to the Florida fumigation matter.

Note 10. Related Party Transactions

Note 10. Related Party Transactions

On July 24, 2007, the Company was taken private pursuant to a merger transaction, and, following the completion of the 

On July 24, 2007, the Company was taken private pursuant to a merger transaction, and, following the completion of the 

merger and other subsequent transactions, the significant majority of the Company’s outstanding common stock was owned by 
investment funds managed by, or affiliated with, the Equity Sponsors. Since completion of the Company’s initial public offering in 

2014 and the Company’s secondary public offerings in 2015, the Equity Sponsors have not held a significant amount of the 

merger and other subsequent transactions, the significant majority of the Company’s outstanding common stock was owned by 
investment funds managed by, or affiliated with, the Equity Sponsors. Since completion of the Company’s initial public offering in 
2014 and the Company’s secondary public offerings in 2015, the Equity Sponsors have not held a significant amount of the 
Company’s common stock. 

The Company was a party to a consulting agreement with CD&R under which CD&R provided the Company with ongoing 

The Company was a party to a consulting agreement with CD&R under which CD&R provided the Company with ongoing 

consulting and management advisory services. The annual consulting fee payable under the consulting agreement with CD&R was 
$6 million. The Company was also a party to consulting agreements with StepStone, JPMorgan and Ridgemont. Pursuant to the 

consulting and management advisory services. The annual consulting fee payable under the consulting agreement with CD&R was 
$6 million. The Company was also a party to consulting agreements with StepStone, JPMorgan and Ridgemont. Pursuant to the 

Consulting Agreements

Company’s common stock. 

Consulting Agreements

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consulting agreements, the Company was required to pay aggregate annual consulting fees of $1 million to StepStone, JPMorgan and 
Ridgemont. Under these agreements, the Company recorded consulting fees of $4 million for the year ended December 31, 2014
which is included in Selling and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income
(loss). 

On July 1, 2014, in connection with the completion of the Company’s initial public offering, the Company paid the Equity

Sponsors aggregate fees of $21 million in connection with the termination of the consulting agreements, which is recorded in the year 
ended December 31, 2014 in Consulting agreement termination fees in the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive 
income (loss). Due to the termination of the consulting agreements, there were no consulting fees recorded in the years ended 
December 31, 2016 and 2015.

Note 11. Employee Benefit Plans

Discretionary contributions to the Company’s 401(k) plan were made in the amount of $15 million, $14 million and $12 

million for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, respectively.

In 2008, the Company amended its 401(k) Plan to implement a QACA under the safe harbor provisions of the Code. QACA 

plans, in general, require automatic enrollment of employees into the retirement plan absent an affirmative election that such 
employees do not wish to participate. Although the Company implemented processes to auto-enroll new hires after adopting the 
QACA plan in 2008, it discovered that it did not auto-enroll then existing employees who were not participating in the 401(k) Plan. In 
response, the Company implemented an auto-enrollment process for affected active employees and submitted to the IRS a voluntary 
correction proposal to remedy the issue for prior years. The Company’s current estimate of the cost of the correction ranges from $25
million to approximately $92 million. The Company has recorded within Selling and administrative expenses in the consolidated 
statement of operations and comprehensive income charges of $2 million and $23 million for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 
2015, respectively. However, there can be no assurances as to the ultimate cost of the correction.

Note 12. Long-Term Debt

Long-term debt is summarized in the following table:

(In millions)
Senior secured term loan facility maturing in 2021(1)
Senior secured term loan facility maturing in 2023(2)
5.125% notes maturing in 2024(3)
Revolving credit facility maturing in 2021
7.10% notes maturing in 2018(4)
7.45% notes maturing in 2027(4)
7.25% notes maturing in 2038(4)
Vehicle capital leases(5)
Other 
Less current portion 
Total long-term debt 
___________________________________

As of December 31,

2016

2015

$

— $

1,628
737
—
77
167
65
87
71
(59)
2,772

$

$

2,336
—
—
—
75
164
65
47
65
(54)
2,698

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(5)

As of December 31, 2015, presented net of $21 million in unamortized debt issuance costs and $17 million in unamortized 
original issue discount paid as described below under “––Term Loan Facility.”

As of December 31, 2016, presented net of $18 million in unamortized debt issuance costs and $4 million in unamortized 
original issue discount paid as described below under “––Term Loan Facility.”

As of December 31, 2016, presented net of $13 million in unamortized debt issuance costs as described below under “––2024 
Notes.”

As of December 31, 2016 and 2015, collectively presented net of $48 million and $53 million, respectively, of unamortized 
fair value adjustments related to purchase accounting, which increases the effective interest rate from the coupon rates shown
above.

The Company has entered into the Fleet Agreement which, among other things, allows the Company to obtain fleet vehicles 
through a leasing program. All leases under the Fleet Agreement are capital leases for accounting purposes. The lease rental 
payments include an interest component calculated using a variable rate based on one-month LIBOR plus other contractual 
adjustments and a borrowing margin totaling 2.45 percent.

Term Loan Facility

On July 1, 2014, in connection with the Company’s initial public offering, the Company entered into the $1,825 million Old 

Term Loan Facility, maturing July 1, 2021. Borrowings under the Old Term Loan Facility, together with $243 million of available 
cash and $120 million of net proceeds of the initial public offering, were used to repay in full the $2,187 million outstanding under the 

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then-existing term loan facility. In addition, $42 million of available cash was used to pay debt issuance costs of $24 million and

original issue discount of $18 million in connection with the Old Term Loan Facility.

then-existing term loan facility. In addition, $42 million of available cash was used to pay debt issuance costs of $24 million and
original issue discount of $18 million in connection with the Old Term Loan Facility.

On April 1, 2015, the Company entered into a first amendment to the Old Term Loan Facility, which provides for 

incremental term loans in an aggregate principal amount of $175 million. On April 1, 2015, the Company used the net proceeds from 
the incremental term loans, together with cash on hand, to redeem the remaining outstanding $200 million in aggregate principal 
amount of the 8% 2020 Notes at a redemption price of 106.0% of the principal amount. In addition, $2 million of available cash was 

used to pay debt issuance costs in connection with the incremental term loans. 

On April 1, 2015, the Company entered into a first amendment to the Old Term Loan Facility, which provides for 
incremental term loans in an aggregate principal amount of $175 million. On April 1, 2015, the Company used the net proceeds from 
the incremental term loans, together with cash on hand, to redeem the remaining outstanding $200 million in aggregate principal 
amount of the 8% 2020 Notes at a redemption price of 106.0% of the principal amount. In addition, $2 million of available cash was 
used to pay debt issuance costs in connection with the incremental term loans. 

On August 17, 2015, the Company entered into a second amendment to the Old Term Loan Facility, which provides for 

On August 17, 2015, the Company entered into a second amendment to the Old Term Loan Facility, which provides for 

incremental term loans in an aggregate principal amount of $400 million. On August 17, 2015, the Company used the net proceeds 
from incremental term loans, together with cash on hand, to redeem the remaining outstanding $488 million in aggregate principal 
amount of the 7% 2020 Notes at a redemption price of 105.25% of the principal amount. In addition, $5 million of available cash was 
used to pay debt issuance costs of $3 million and original issue discount of $2 million in connection with the incremental term loans.

incremental term loans in an aggregate principal amount of $400 million. On August 17, 2015, the Company used the net proceeds 
from incremental term loans, together with cash on hand, to redeem the remaining outstanding $488 million in aggregate principal 
amount of the 7% 2020 Notes at a redemption price of 105.25% of the principal amount. In addition, $5 million of available cash was 
used to pay debt issuance costs of $3 million and original issue discount of $2 million in connection with the incremental term loans.

On November 8, 2016, the Company entered into a $1,650 million Term Loan Facility maturing November 8, 2023. 

Borrowings under the Term Loan Facility, together with the 2024 Notes, were used to repay the remaining outstanding $2,356 million 
in aggregate principal amount of the Old Term Loan Facility. In connection with the repayment, the Company recorded a loss on 
extinguishment of debt of $32 million in the year ended December 31, 2016, which includes the write-off of $14 million of original 
issue discount and $18 million of debt issuance costs. In addition, $38 million of proceeds was used to pay debt issuance costs of $34 
million and original issue discount of $4 million in connection with the Term Loan Facility, the Revolving Credit Facility and the 

2024 Notes.

premium or penalty. 

The interest rates applicable to the term loans under the Term Loan Facility are based on a fluctuating rate of interest 

measured by reference to either, at The Company’s option, (i) an adjusted LIBOR (subject to a floor of zero percent) plus a margin of 
2.50 percent per annum or (ii) an alternate base rate (subject to a floor of 1.00 percent) plus a margin of 1.50 percent per annum. 
Voluntary prepayments of borrowings under the Term Loan Facility are permitted at any time, in minimum principal amounts, without 

On November 8, 2016, the Company entered into a $1,650 million Term Loan Facility maturing November 8, 2023. 
Borrowings under the Term Loan Facility, together with the 2024 Notes, were used to repay the remaining outstanding $2,356 million 
in aggregate principal amount of the Old Term Loan Facility. In connection with the repayment, the Company recorded a loss on 
extinguishment of debt of $32 million in the year ended December 31, 2016, which includes the write-off of $14 million of original 
issue discount and $18 million of debt issuance costs. In addition, $38 million of proceeds was used to pay debt issuance costs of $34 
million and original issue discount of $4 million in connection with the Term Loan Facility, the Revolving Credit Facility and the 
2024 Notes.

The interest rates applicable to the term loans under the Term Loan Facility are based on a fluctuating rate of interest 
measured by reference to either, at The Company’s option, (i) an adjusted LIBOR (subject to a floor of zero percent) plus a margin of 
2.50 percent per annum or (ii) an alternate base rate (subject to a floor of 1.00 percent) plus a margin of 1.50 percent per annum. 
Voluntary prepayments of borrowings under the Term Loan Facility are permitted at any time, in minimum principal amounts, without 
premium or penalty. 

The Term Loan Facility and the guarantees thereof are secured by substantially all of the tangible and intangible assets of the 

The Term Loan Facility and the guarantees thereof are secured by substantially all of the tangible and intangible assets of the 

Company and certain of its domestic subsidiaries, excluding certain subsidiaries subject to regulatory requirements in various states, 
including pledges of all the capital stock of all direct domestic subsidiaries (other than foreign subsidiary holding companies, which 
are deemed to be foreign subsidiaries) owned by the Company or any Guarantor and of up to 65% of the capital stock of each direct 

foreign subsidiary owned by the Company or any Guarantor. The Term Loan Facility security interests are subject to certain 

exceptions, including, but not limited to, exceptions for (i) equity interests, (ii) indebtedness or other obligations of subsidiaries, 
(iii) real estate or (iv) any other assets, if the granting of a security interest therein would require that any notes issued under the 
Company’s indenture dated as of August 15, 1997 be secured. The Term Loan Facility is secured on a pari passu basis with the 

security interests created in the same collateral securing the Revolving Credit Facility.

Company and certain of its domestic subsidiaries, excluding certain subsidiaries subject to regulatory requirements in various states, 
including pledges of all the capital stock of all direct domestic subsidiaries (other than foreign subsidiary holding companies, which 
are deemed to be foreign subsidiaries) owned by the Company or any Guarantor and of up to 65% of the capital stock of each direct 
foreign subsidiary owned by the Company or any Guarantor. The Term Loan Facility security interests are subject to certain 
exceptions, including, but not limited to, exceptions for (i) equity interests, (ii) indebtedness or other obligations of subsidiaries, 
(iii) real estate or (iv) any other assets, if the granting of a security interest therein would require that any notes issued under the 
Company’s indenture dated as of August 15, 1997 be secured. The Term Loan Facility is secured on a pari passu basis with the 
security interests created in the same collateral securing the Revolving Credit Facility.

The Company has historically entered into interest rate swap agreements. Under the terms of these agreements, the Company 

The Company has historically entered into interest rate swap agreements. Under the terms of these agreements, the Company 

pays a fixed rate of interest on the stated notional amount and receives a floating rate of interest (based on one month LIBOR) on the 
stated notional amount. Therefore, during the term of the swap agreements, the effective interest rate on the portion of the term loans 
equal to the stated notional amount is fixed at the stated rate in the interest rate swap agreements plus the incremental borrowing 

On July 23, 2014, the Company entered into two four-year interest rate swap agreements effective August 1, 2014. The 
aggregate notional amount of the agreements was $300 million. Under the terms of the agreements, the Company paid weighted-
average fixed rate of interest of 1.786 percent on the $300 million notional amount, and the Company received a floating rate of 
interest (based on one-month LIBOR) on the notional amount. Therefore, during the term of the agreements, the effective interest rate 
on $300 million of the Old Term Loan Facility was fixed at a rate of 1.786 percent, plus the incremental borrowing margin of 3.25 

margin. 

percent.

pays a fixed rate of interest on the stated notional amount and receives a floating rate of interest (based on one month LIBOR) on the 
stated notional amount. Therefore, during the term of the swap agreements, the effective interest rate on the portion of the term loans 
equal to the stated notional amount is fixed at the stated rate in the interest rate swap agreements plus the incremental borrowing 
margin. 

On July 23, 2014, the Company entered into two four-year interest rate swap agreements effective August 1, 2014. The 
aggregate notional amount of the agreements was $300 million. Under the terms of the agreements, the Company paid weighted-
average fixed rate of interest of 1.786 percent on the $300 million notional amount, and the Company received a floating rate of 
interest (based on one-month LIBOR) on the notional amount. Therefore, during the term of the agreements, the effective interest rate 
on $300 million of the Old Term Loan Facility was fixed at a rate of 1.786 percent, plus the incremental borrowing margin of 3.25 
percent.

On July 23, 2014, the Company entered into three forty-one month interest rate swap agreements effective March 1, 2015. 

On July 23, 2014, the Company entered into three forty-one month interest rate swap agreements effective March 1, 2015. 

The aggregate notional amount of the agreements was $400 million. Under the terms of the agreements, the Company paid a 

weighted-average fixed rate of interest of 1.927 percent on the $400 million notional amount, and the Company received a floating 
rate of interest (based on one-month LIBOR) on the notional amount. Therefore, during the term of the agreements, the effective 
interest rate on $400 million of the Old Term Loan Facility was fixed at a rate of 1.927 percent, plus the incremental borrowing 

margin of 3.25 percent.

The aggregate notional amount of the agreements was $400 million. Under the terms of the agreements, the Company paid a 
weighted-average fixed rate of interest of 1.927 percent on the $400 million notional amount, and the Company received a floating 
rate of interest (based on one-month LIBOR) on the notional amount. Therefore, during the term of the agreements, the effective 
interest rate on $400 million of the Old Term Loan Facility was fixed at a rate of 1.927 percent, plus the incremental borrowing 
margin of 3.25 percent.

On November 8, 2016, in connection with the repayment of the Old Term Loan Facility, the Company terminated the then-

On November 8, 2016, in connection with the repayment of the Old Term Loan Facility, the Company terminated the then-

existing interest rate swap agreements and paid $10 million in connection with the terminations. The fair value of the terminated 
agreements of $10 million is recorded within accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) on the consolidated statements of 

financial position and will be amortized into interest expense over the original term of the agreements. 

existing interest rate swap agreements and paid $10 million in connection with the terminations. The fair value of the terminated 
agreements of $10 million is recorded within accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) on the consolidated statements of 
financial position and will be amortized into interest expense over the original term of the agreements. 

On November 7, 2016 the Company entered into a seven-year interest rate swap agreement effective November 8, 2016.  The 

On November 7, 2016 the Company entered into a seven-year interest rate swap agreement effective November 8, 2016.  The 

notional amount of the agreement was $650 million.  Under the terms of the agreement, the Company will pay a fixed rate of interest 
of 1.493 percent on the $650 million notional amount, and the Company will receive a floating rate of interest (based on one-month 

notional amount of the agreement was $650 million.  Under the terms of the agreement, the Company will pay a fixed rate of interest 
of 1.493 percent on the $650 million notional amount, and the Company will receive a floating rate of interest (based on one-month 

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LIBOR, subject to a floor of zero percent) on the notional amount.  Therefore, during the term on the agreement, the effective interest 
rate on $650 million of the Term Loan Facility is fixed at a rate of 1.493 percent, plus the incremental borrowing margin of 2.50 
percent.

The changes in interest rate swap agreements, as well as the cumulative interest rate swaps outstanding, are as follows:

(In millions) 
Interest rate swap agreements in effect as of December 31, 2014
Entered into effect
Interest rate swap agreements in effect as of December 31, 2015
Terminated
Entered into effect
Interest rate swap agreements in effect as of December 31, 2016
___________________________________

(1)

Before the application of the applicable borrowing margin.

Notional
Amount 

Weighted
Average Fixed
Rate(1)

$

$

300
400
700
(700)
650
650

1.786 %

1.867 %

1.493 %

In accordance with accounting standards for derivative instruments and hedging activities, and as further described in 

Note 18 to the consolidated financial statements, these interest rate swap agreements are classified as cash flow hedges, and, as such, 
the hedging instruments are recorded on the consolidated statements of financial position as either an asset or liability at fair value, 
with the effective portion of the changes in fair value attributable to the hedged risks recorded in accumulated other comprehensive 
income (loss).

Revolving Credit Facility

On November 8, 2016, in connection with the Company’s refinancing, the Company terminated the Old Revolving Credit 

Facility and entered into a $300 million Revolving Credit Facility. The maturity date for the Revolving Credit Facility is November 8, 
2021. The Revolving Credit Facility provides for senior secured revolving loans and stand-by and other letters of credit. The 
Revolving Credit Facility limits outstanding letters of credit to $225 million. As of December 31, 2016, there were $35 million of 
letters of credit outstanding and $265 million of available borrowing capacity under the Revolving Credit Facility.

The Revolving Credit Facility and the guarantees thereof are secured by the same collateral securing the Term Loan Facility, 

on a pari passu basis with the security interests created in the same collateral securing the Term Loan Facility. 

The interest rates applicable to the loans under the Revolving Credit Facility are based on a fluctuating rate of interest 

measured by reference to either, at the Company’s option, (i) an adjusted LIBOR plus a margin of 2.50 percent per annum or (ii) an 
alternate base rate plus a margin of 1.50 percent per annum. 

2024 Notes

On November 8, 2016, the Company sold $750 million of 2024 Notes. The 2024 Notes will mature on November 15, 2024 

and bear interest at a rate of 5.125 percent per annum. The 2024 Notes are jointly and severally guaranteed on a senior unsecured basis 
by the Company’s domestic subsidiaries that guarantee its indebtedness under the Credit Facilities (the “Guarantors”). The 2024 Notes 
are not guaranteed by any of the Company’s non-U.S. subsidiaries, any subsidiaries subject to regulation as an insurance, home 
warranty or similar company, or certain other subsidiaries (the “Non-Guarantors”).

The 2024 Notes are our unsecured obligations and rank equally in right of payment with all of our other existing and future 

senior unsecured indebtedness. The subsidiary guarantees are senior unsecured obligations of the Guarantors and rank equally in right 
of payment with all of the existing and future senior unsecured indebtedness of our Non-Guarantors. The 2024 Notes are effectively 
junior to all of our existing and future secured indebtedness to the extent of the value of the assets securing such indebtedness.

2020 Notes

On July 16, 2014, the Company used proceeds from the Company’s initial public offering to redeem $210 million in 
aggregate principal amount of its 8% 2020 Notes and $263 million in aggregate principal amount of its 7% 2020 Notes. In connection 
with the partial redemption of the 8% 2020 Notes and 7% 2020 Notes, the Company was required to pay a pre-payment premium of 
$17 million and $18 million, respectively, and accrued interest of $7 million and $8 million, respectively. Additionally, in connection
with the partial redemption of the 2020 Notes and the repayment of the then-existing term loan facility, the Company recorded a loss 
on extinguishment of debt of $65 million in the year ended December 31, 2014, which includes the pre-payment premiums on the 8% 
2020 Notes and 7% 2020 Notes of $17 million and $18 million, respectively, and the write-off of $30 million of debt issuance costs.

On February 17, 2015, the Company redeemed $190 million in aggregate principal amount of its 8% 2020 Notes at a 

redemption price of 106.0% of the principal amount using available cash. In connection with the partial redemption, the Company 
recorded a loss on extinguishment of debt of $13 million in the year ended December 31, 2015, which includes a pre-payment 
premium of $11 million and the write-off of $2 million of debt issuance costs.

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and the write-off of $6 million of debt issuance costs.

Other

On April 1, 2015, the Company used the net proceeds from additional borrowings under the Old Term Loan Facility, together 

On April 1, 2015, the Company used the net proceeds from additional borrowings under the Old Term Loan Facility, together 

with cash on hand, to redeem the remaining outstanding $200 million in aggregate principal amount of its 8% 2020 Notes at a 

redemption price of 106.0% of the principal amount. In connection with the redemption, the Company recorded a loss on 

extinguishment of debt of $14 million in the year ended December 31, 2015, which includes a pre-payment premium of $12 million 

and the write-off of $2 million of debt issuance costs.

with cash on hand, to redeem the remaining outstanding $200 million in aggregate principal amount of its 8% 2020 Notes at a 
redemption price of 106.0% of the principal amount. In connection with the redemption, the Company recorded a loss on 
extinguishment of debt of $14 million in the year ended December 31, 2015, which includes a pre-payment premium of $12 million 
and the write-off of $2 million of debt issuance costs.

On August 17, 2015, the Company used the net proceeds from additional borrowings under the Old Term Loan Facility,

On August 17, 2015, the Company used the net proceeds from additional borrowings under the Old Term Loan Facility,

together with cash on hand, to redeem the remaining outstanding $488 million in aggregate principal amount of the 7% 2020 Notes at 

a redemption price of 105.25% of the principal amount. In connection with the redemption, the Company recorded a loss on 

extinguishment of debt of $31 million in the year ended December 31, 2015, which includes a pre-payment premium of $25 million 

together with cash on hand, to redeem the remaining outstanding $488 million in aggregate principal amount of the 7% 2020 Notes at 
a redemption price of 105.25% of the principal amount. In connection with the redemption, the Company recorded a loss on 
extinguishment of debt of $31 million in the year ended December 31, 2015, which includes a pre-payment premium of $25 million 
and the write-off of $6 million of debt issuance costs.

Other

The agreements governing the Term Loan Facility and the Revolving Credit Facility contain certain covenants that, among 
other things, limit or restrict the incurrence of additional indebtedness, liens, sales of assets, certain payments (including dividends) 

and transactions with affiliates, subject to certain exceptions. The Company was in compliance with the covenants under these

agreements at December 31, 2016.

The agreements governing the Term Loan Facility and the Revolving Credit Facility contain certain covenants that, among 
other things, limit or restrict the incurrence of additional indebtedness, liens, sales of assets, certain payments (including dividends) 
and transactions with affiliates, subject to certain exceptions. The Company was in compliance with the covenants under these
agreements at December 31, 2016.

As of December 31, 2016, future scheduled long-term debt payments are $59 million, $154 million, $43 million, $38 million 

As of December 31, 2016, future scheduled long-term debt payments are $59 million, $154 million, $43 million, $38 million 

and $23 million for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021, respectively. Certain of the Company’s assets, 
including vehicles, equipment and a call center facility, are leased under capital leases with $88 million in remaining lease obligations 
as of December 31, 2016. The long-term debt payments above include future capital lease payments of approximately $27 million in 

2017, $21 million in 2018, $18 million in 2019, $14 million in 2020, and $6 million in 2021.

and $23 million for the years ended December 31, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021, respectively. Certain of the Company’s assets, 
including vehicles, equipment and a call center facility, are leased under capital leases with $88 million in remaining lease obligations 
as of December 31, 2016. The long-term debt payments above include future capital lease payments of approximately $27 million in 
2017, $21 million in 2018, $18 million in 2019, $14 million in 2020, and $6 million in 2021.

Note 13. Cash and Marketable Securities

Note 13. Cash and Marketable Securities

Cash, money market funds and certificates of deposits with maturities of three months or less when purchased are included in 

Cash, money market funds and certificates of deposits with maturities of three months or less when purchased are included in 

Cash and cash equivalents on the consolidated statements of financial position. As of December 31, 2016 and 2015, the Company’s 

investments consisted primarily of treasury bills (“Debt securities”) and common equity securities (“Equity securities”). The 

amortized cost, fair value and gross unrealized gains and losses of the Company’s short- and long-term investments in Debt and 

Equity securities are as follows: 

Cash and cash equivalents on the consolidated statements of financial position. As of December 31, 2016 and 2015, the Company’s 
investments consisted primarily of treasury bills (“Debt securities”) and common equity securities (“Equity securities”). The 
amortized cost, fair value and gross unrealized gains and losses of the Company’s short- and long-term investments in Debt and 
Equity securities are as follows: 

Amortized

Unrealized

Cost

Gross

Gains

Gross

Unrealized

Losses

Fair
Value

$

$

$

$

27

15

43

60

18

78

$

$

$

$

— $

1

1

1

3

4

$

$

$

— $

—

— $

— $

—

(1) $

27
17
44

60
21
81

(In millions)
Available-for-sale securities, December 31, 2016:

Debt securities 
Equity securities 

Total securities 
Available-for-sale securities, December 31, 2015:

Debt securities 
Equity securities 

Total securities 

Amortized
Cost

Gross
Unrealized
Gains

Gross
Unrealized
Losses

Fair
Value

$

$

$

$

27
15
43

60
18
78

$

$

$

$

— $
1
1

$

1
3
4

$

$

— $
—
— $

— $
—
(1) $

27
17
44

60
21
81

There were no unrealized losses which had been in a loss position for more than one year as of December 31, 2016 and 2015. 

There were no unrealized losses which had been in a loss position for more than one year as of December 31, 2016 and 2015. 

The aggregate fair value of the investments with unrealized losses was $24 million and $23 million as of December 31, 2016 and 

The aggregate fair value of the investments with unrealized losses was $24 million and $23 million as of December 31, 2016 and 
2015, respectively.

Available-for-sale securities, December 31, 2016:

Available-for-sale securities, December 31, 2015:

(In millions)

Debt securities 

Equity securities 

Total securities 

Debt securities 

Equity securities 

Total securities 

2015, respectively.

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Gains and losses on sales of investments, as determined on a specific identification basis, are included in investment income
in the period they are realized. The Company periodically reviews its portfolio of investments to determine whether there has been an 
other than temporary decline in the value of the investments from factors such as deterioration in the financial condition of the issuer 
or the market(s) in which the issuer competes. The table below summarizes proceeds, gross realized gains and gross realized losses 
resulting from sales of available-for-sale securities. There were no impairment charges due to other than temporary declines in the 
value of certain investments for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015, and 2014. 

(In millions)
Proceeds from sale of securities 
Gross realized gains, pre-tax 
Gross realized gains, net of tax
Gross realized losses, pre-tax 
Gross realized losses, net of tax

Note 14. Comprehensive Income (Loss)

$

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2016

2014

$

42
4
2
—
—

$

22
7
4
—
—

43
5
3
(1)
(1)

Comprehensive income (loss), which primarily includes net income (loss), unrealized gain (loss) on marketable securities, 

unrealized gain (loss) on derivative instruments and the effect of foreign currency translation gain (loss) is disclosed in the 
consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income (loss) and the consolidated statements of shareholders’ equity. 

The following tables summarize the activity in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net of the related tax effects.

(In millions)
Balance as of December 31, 2014

Other comprehensive (loss) income before reclassifications:

Pre-tax amount 
Tax (benefit) provision 
After-tax amount 

Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive 
income (loss)(1)

Net current period other comprehensive loss
Balance as of December 31, 2015

Other comprehensive income before reclassifications:

Pre-tax amount 
Tax provision 
After-tax amount 

Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive 
income (loss)(1)

Net current period other comprehensive income (loss)
Balance as of December 31, 2016

___________________________________

Unrealized
(Losses) Gains on
Derivatives

Unrealized
Gains on
Available
-for-Sale
Securities

Foreign
Currency
Translation
Loss

Total

$

$

$

(6) $

6

$

(8) $

(13)
(5)
(9)

7
(2)
(7) $

20
8
13

7
20
12

$

1
—
1

(4)
(3)
2

1
1
—

(2)
(2)
1

$

$

(8)
—
(8)

—
(8)
(15) $

—
—
—

—
—
(15) $

(8)

(21)
(5)
(16)

3
(13)
(21)

21
9
13

5
18
(3)

(1)

Amounts are net of tax. See reclassifications out of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) below for further details.

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Reclassifications out of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) included the following components for the periods 

Reclassifications out of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) included the following components for the periods 

indicated.

indicated.

(In millions)

(Losses) gains on derivatives:

Fuel swap contracts 

Interest rate swap contracts 

Net losses on derivatives 

Impact of income taxes 

Total reclassifications related to derivatives 

(7) $

(7) $

Gains on available-for-sale securities 

Impact of income taxes 

Total reclassifications related to securities 

Total reclassifications for the period 

(5) $

(3) $

Note 15. Supplemental Cash Flow Information

Amounts Reclassified from Accumulated

Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)

As of December 31,

2016

2015

2014

Consolidated Statements of Operations
and Comprehensive Income (Loss) Location

$

$

$

$

$

(4) $

(5) $

(1) Cost of services rendered and products sold

(7)

(11)

4

3

2

(1)

$

$

(6)

(11)

4

7

4

(3)

$

$

Interest expense

Provision for income taxes

Interest and net investment income

(2) Provision for income taxes

(1)

(2)

(1)

1

4

3

1

(In millions)
(Losses) gains on derivatives:

Fuel swap contracts 
Interest rate swap contracts 

Net losses on derivatives 
Impact of income taxes 
Total reclassifications related to derivatives 
Gains on available-for-sale securities 
Impact of income taxes 
Total reclassifications related to securities 
Total reclassifications for the period 

$

$
$

$
$

Note 15. Supplemental Cash Flow Information

Amounts Reclassified from Accumulated
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
As of December 31,
2015

2014

2016

Consolidated Statements of Operations
and Comprehensive Income (Loss) Location

(4) $
(7)
(11)
4
(7) $
3
$
(1)
2
$
(5) $

(5) $
(6)
(11)
4
(7) $
7
$
(3)
4
$
(3) $

Interest expense

Provision for income taxes

(1) Cost of services rendered and products sold
(1)
(2)
1
(1)
4
(2) Provision for income taxes
3
1

Interest and net investment income

(In millions)

Cash paid for or (received from):

Interest expense(1)

Interest and dividend income 

Income taxes, net of refunds 

agreements.

Supplemental information relating to the consolidated statements of cash flows is presented in the following table:

Supplemental information relating to the consolidated statements of cash flows is presented in the following table:

Year Ended December 31,

2016

2015

2014

$

134

$

178

$

(2)

71

(3)

44

(In millions)
Cash paid for or (received from):

220
(3)
12

Interest expense(1)
Interest and dividend income 
Income taxes, net of refunds 

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2016

2014

$

$

134
(2)
71

$

178
(3)
44

220
(3)
12

(1)

For the year ended December 31, 2016, excludes $10 million paid in connection with the termination of interest rate swap 

(1)

For the year ended December 31, 2016, excludes $10 million paid in connection with the termination of interest rate swap 
agreements.

As of December 31, 2016, Cash and cash equivalents of $291 million and Restricted cash of $95 million as presented on the 
consolidated statements of financial position represent the amounts comprising Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash of $386 
presented on the consolidated statements of cash flows. There were no restricted cash balances as of December 31, 2015 and 2014.

As of December 31, 2016, Cash and cash equivalents of $291 million and Restricted cash of $95 million as presented on the 
consolidated statements of financial position represent the amounts comprising Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash of $386 
presented on the consolidated statements of cash flows. There were no restricted cash balances as of December 31, 2015 and 2014.

The Company acquired $61 million, $27 million and $17 million of property and equipment through capital leases and other 
non-cash financing transactions in the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, respectively, which have been excluded from 

the consolidated statements of cash flows as non-cash investing and financing activities.  

The Company acquired $61 million, $27 million and $17 million of property and equipment through capital leases and other 
non-cash financing transactions in the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, respectively, which have been excluded from 
the consolidated statements of cash flows as non-cash investing and financing activities.  

In the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, the Company converted certain company-owned Merry Maids 

In the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, the Company converted certain company-owned Merry Maids 

branches to franchises for a total purchase price of $9 million, $17 million and $2 million, respectively. In the years ended December 
31, 2016, and 2015, the Company received cash of $6 million and $13 million, respectively, and provided financing of $2 million and 
$4 million, respectively. In the year ended December 31, 2014, the Company provided financing of $2 million. These financed 

amounts have been excluded from the consolidated statements of cash flows as non-cash investing activities.

branches to franchises for a total purchase price of $9 million, $17 million and $2 million, respectively. In the years ended December 
31, 2016, and 2015, the Company received cash of $6 million and $13 million, respectively, and provided financing of $2 million and 
$4 million, respectively. In the year ended December 31, 2014, the Company provided financing of $2 million. These financed 
amounts have been excluded from the consolidated statements of cash flows as non-cash investing activities.

Note 16. Capital Stock 

Note 16. Capital Stock 

The Company is authorized to issue 2,000,000,000 shares of common stock. As of December 31, 2016, there were 

144,339,338 shares of common stock issued and 135,030,283 shares of common stock outstanding. The Company has no other classes

The Company is authorized to issue 2,000,000,000 shares of common stock. As of December 31, 2016, there were 
144,339,338 shares of common stock issued and 135,030,283 shares of common stock outstanding. The Company has no other classes
of equity securities issued or outstanding. 

In connection with the Company’s initial public offering, the Company’s board of directors and stockholders have adopted 
the Omnibus Incentive Plan. Prior to the Company’s initial public offering, the Company’s board of directors and stockholders had 
adopted the MSIP. Upon adoption of the Omnibus Incentive Plan, the Company froze the MSIP and will make no further grants 
thereunder. However, awards previously granted under the MSIP are unaffected by the termination of the MSIP. The Omnibus 
Incentive Plan provides for awards in the form of stock options, stock purchase rights, restricted stock, RSUs, performance shares, 
performance units, stock appreciation rights, dividend equivalents, DSUs and other stock-based awards. The MSIP provided for the 
sale of shares and DSUs of the Company’s stock to the Company’s executives, officers and other employees and to the Company’s 
directors as well as the grant of RSUs, performance-based RSUs and options to purchase the Company’s shares to those individuals. 
DSUs represent a right to receive a share of common stock in the future. The Company’s Compensation Committee selects the 
Company’s executive officers, employees and directors eligible to participate in the MSIP and the Omnibus Incentive Plan and 

determines the specific number of shares to be offered or options to be granted to an individual. 

In connection with the Company’s initial public offering, the Company’s board of directors and stockholders have adopted 
the Omnibus Incentive Plan. Prior to the Company’s initial public offering, the Company’s board of directors and stockholders had 
adopted the MSIP. Upon adoption of the Omnibus Incentive Plan, the Company froze the MSIP and will make no further grants 
thereunder. However, awards previously granted under the MSIP are unaffected by the termination of the MSIP. The Omnibus 
Incentive Plan provides for awards in the form of stock options, stock purchase rights, restricted stock, RSUs, performance shares, 
performance units, stock appreciation rights, dividend equivalents, DSUs and other stock-based awards. The MSIP provided for the 
sale of shares and DSUs of the Company’s stock to the Company’s executives, officers and other employees and to the Company’s 
directors as well as the grant of RSUs, performance-based RSUs and options to purchase the Company’s shares to those individuals. 
DSUs represent a right to receive a share of common stock in the future. The Company’s Compensation Committee selects the 
Company’s executive officers, employees and directors eligible to participate in the MSIP and the Omnibus Incentive Plan and 
determines the specific number of shares to be offered or options to be granted to an individual. 

Note 17. Stock-Based Compensation

of equity securities issued or outstanding. 

Note 17. Stock-Based Compensation

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On February 24, 2015, the Company’s board of directors approved and recommended for approval by the Company’s 

stockholders the Employee Stock Purchase Plan, which became effective for offering periods commencing July 1, 2015. The 
Employee Stock Purchase Plan is intended to qualify for the favorable tax treatment under the Code. Under the plan, eligible 
employees of the Company may purchase common stock, subject to Internal Revenue Service limits, during pre-specified offering 
periods at a discount established by the Company not to exceed ten percent of the then-current fair market value. On April 27, 2015, 
the Company’s stockholders approved the Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a maximum of one million shares of common stock 
authorized for sale under the plan. Under the Employee Stock Purchase Plan, the Company sold 70,063 shares in 2016 and 34,302
shares in 2015. 

A maximum of 16,396,667 shares of the Company’s stock is authorized for issuance under the MSIP, the Omnibus Incentive 
Plan and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan, of which, as of December 31, 2016, 7,706,972 shares remain available for future grants. 
The Company currently intends to satisfy any need for the Company’s shares of common stock associated with the settlement of 
DSUs, vesting of RSUs, exercise of options or purchase of shares issued under the Omnibus Incentive Plan, MSIP or Employee Stock 
Purchase Plan through new shares available for issuance or any shares repurchased, forfeited or surrendered from participants in the 
MSIP and the Omnibus Incentive Plan. 

All option grants under the Omnibus Incentive Plan and the MSIP have been, and the Company expects that all future option 
grants will be, non-qualified options with a per-share exercise price no less than the fair market value of one share of the Company’s 
stock on the grant date. Any stock options granted will generally have a term of ten years and vesting will be subject to an employee’s 
continued employment. The Company’s Compensation Committee may accelerate the vesting of an option at any time. In addition, 
vesting of options will be accelerated if the Company experiences a change in control (as defined in the Omnibus Incentive Plan and 
the MSIP) unless options with substantially equivalent terms and economic value are substituted for existing options in place of 
accelerated vesting. Vesting of options granted under the Omnibus Incentive Plan and the MSIP will also be accelerated in the event 
of an employee’s death or disability (as defined in the Omnibus Incentive Plan and the MSIP). Upon termination for cause (as defined 
in the Omnibus Incentive Plan and the MSIP), all options held by an employee are immediately cancelled. Following a termination 
without cause, vested options will generally remain exercisable through the earlier of the expiration of their term or three months 
following termination of employment (one year in the case of death, disability or retirement at normal retirement age). Unless sooner 
terminated by the Company’s board of directors, the Omnibus Incentive Plan will remain in effect until June 26, 2024.

In 2016, 2015 and 2014, the Company completed various equity offerings to certain of the Company’s executives, officers 

and employees pursuant to the MSIP and Omnibus Incentive Plan. The shares sold and options granted in connection with these equity 
offerings are subject to and governed by the terms of the MSIP and Omnibus Incentive Plan. In connection with these offerings, the 
Company sold a total of 245,996 shares of common stock in 2014 at a weighted-average purchase price of $12.00 per share in 2014. 
No shares of common stock were sold in 2016 and 2015. 

Stock Options

The Company granted the Company’s executives, officers and employees options to purchase 684,329; 411,506; and 

1,222,831 shares of the Company’s common stock in 2016, 2015 and 2014, respectively, at a weighted-average exercise price of 
$39.54 per share for options issued in 2016, $32.70 per share for options issued in 2015 and $12.91 per share for options issued in 
2014. These options are subject to and governed by the terms of the MSIP and Omnibus Incentive Plan. The per share purchase price 
and exercise price was based on the determination by the Company’s Compensation Committee of the fair market value of the
Company’s common stock as of the purchase/grant dates. All options granted to date generally will vest in four equal annual 
installments, subject to an employee’s continued employment. The four-year vesting period is the requisite service period over which
compensation cost will be recognized on a straight-line basis for all grants. All options issued are accounted for as equity-classified 
awards. 

The value of each option award was estimated on the grant date using the Black-Scholes option valuation model that 
incorporates the assumptions noted in the following table. For options granted in 2016 and 2015, the expected volatility was based on 
historical and implied volatilities of the Company’s publicly traded stock. For options granted in 2014, the expected volatility was
based on the historical and implied volatilities of the publicly traded stock of a group of companies comparable to the Company. The 
expected life represents the period of time that options granted are expected to be outstanding and was calculated using the simplified 
method as outlined by the SEC in Staff Accounting Bulletins No. 107 and 110 as the Company does not have sufficient historical 
exercise to provide a reasonable basis upon which to estimate expected life due to the limited period of time the Company’s equity 
shares have been publicly traded. The risk-free interest rates were based on the U.S. Treasury securities with terms similar to the 
expected lives of the options as of the grant dates. 

Assumption 
Expected volatility
Expected dividend yield
Expected life (in years)
Risk-free interest rate

2016

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2014

32.3 %
0.0 %
6.3

34.1 %
0.0 %
6.3

1.25% - 1.46 % 1.50% - 1.83 %

49.6 %
0.0 %
6.3
1.86 %

The weighted-average grant-date fair value of the options granted during 2016, 2015 and 2014 was $13.58, $11.91 and $6.18 
per option, respectively. During the year ended December 31, 2016, the Company applied a forfeiture assumption of 17.42 percent per 

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annum in the recognition of the expense related to these options, with the exception of the options held by the Company’s CEO for 
which the Company has applied a forfeiture rate of zero. The total intrinsic value of stock options exercised during the years ended 
December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, was $20 million, $25 million and $10 million, respectively. The total fair value of stock options 

vested during the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, was $6 million, $5 million and $4 million, respectively. 

annum in the recognition of the expense related to these options, with the exception of the options held by the Company’s CEO for 
which the Company has applied a forfeiture rate of zero. The total intrinsic value of stock options exercised during the years ended 
December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, was $20 million, $25 million and $10 million, respectively. The total fair value of stock options 
vested during the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, was $6 million, $5 million and $4 million, respectively. 

A summary of option activity under the MSIP and Omnibus Incentive Plan as of December 31, 2016 and changes during the 

A summary of option activity under the MSIP and Omnibus Incentive Plan as of December 31, 2016 and changes during the 

year then ended is presented below: 

year then ended is presented below: 

Stock

Options 

3,668,055

684,329

(818,511) $

(376,354) $

(2,175) $

3,155,344

1,550,740

$

$

$

$

Weighted Avg.

Exercise

Price 

14.16

39.54

12.77

22.90

32.14

18.96

12.59

$

$

$

Aggregate

Intrinsic

Value

(in millions)

Weighted Avg.
Remaining
Contractual
Term
(in years) 

92

7.22

60

39

6.97
5.90

Total outstanding, December 31, 2015
Granted to employees
Exercised
Forfeited
Expired
Total outstanding, December 31, 2016
Total exercisable, December 31, 2016

RSUs

Stock
Options 
$
3,668,055
$
684,329
(818,511) $
(376,354) $
(2,175) $
$
$

3,155,344
1,550,740

Weighted Avg.
Exercise
Price 

14.16
39.54
12.77
22.90
32.14
18.96
12.59

$

$
$

Aggregate
Intrinsic
Value
(in millions)
92

Weighted Avg.
Remaining
Contractual
Term
(in years) 

7.22

60
39

6.97
5.90

The Company granted the Company’s executives, officers and employees 267,739; 304,680; and 99,622 RSUs in 2016, 2015 
and 2014, respectively, with weighted-average grant date fair values of $39.15 per unit for 2016, $32.55 per unit for 2015 and $17.52 
per unit for 2014, which was equivalent to the then current fair value of the Company’s common stock at the grant date. All RSUs 
outstanding as of December 31, 2016 will vest in three equal annual installments, subject to an employee’s continued employment. 
Upon vesting, each RSU will be converted into one share of the Company’s common stock. The total fair value of RSUs vested during 

The Company granted the Company’s executives, officers and employees 267,739; 304,680; and 99,622 RSUs in 2016, 2015 
and 2014, respectively, with weighted-average grant date fair values of $39.15 per unit for 2016, $32.55 per unit for 2015 and $17.52 
per unit for 2014, which was equivalent to the then current fair value of the Company’s common stock at the grant date. All RSUs 
outstanding as of December 31, 2016 will vest in three equal annual installments, subject to an employee’s continued employment. 
Upon vesting, each RSU will be converted into one share of the Company’s common stock. The total fair value of RSUs vested during 
the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, was $10 million, $7 million and $5 million, respectively.

the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, was $10 million, $7 million and $5 million, respectively.

A summary of RSU activity under the MSIP and the Omnibus Incentive Plan as of December 31, 2016 and changes during 

A summary of RSU activity under the MSIP and the Omnibus Incentive Plan as of December 31, 2016 and changes during 

the year then ended is presented below: 

the year then ended is presented below: 

RSUs 

499,966

267,739

$

$

(257,602) $

(70,969) $

439,134

$

Weighted Avg.
Grant Date
Fair Value 

23.99
39.15
18.78
28.10
35.63

Total outstanding, December 31, 2015
Granted to employees
Vested
Forfeited
Total outstanding, December 31, 2016

Performance Shares

Weighted Avg.
Grant Date
Fair Value 

23.99
39.15
18.78
28.10
35.63

RSUs 
$
499,966
267,739
$
(257,602) $
(70,969) $
$
439,134

The Company granted the Company’s executives 131,352 performance shares in 2016 with a weighted–average grant date 
fair value of $39.59 per share, which was equivalent to the then current fair value of the Company’s common stock at the grant date. 

The performance shares vest at the end of a three-year period based on the achievement of a cumulative adjusted EPS target 

established at the grant date and subject to an executive’s continued employment. As the performance shares contain a performance 
condition, stock-based compensation expense, net of estimated forfeitures, is recorded over the requisite service period based on the 

number of awards expected to vest.  No performance shares were granted in 2015 and 2014. 

The Company granted the Company’s executives 131,352 performance shares in 2016 with a weighted–average grant date 
fair value of $39.59 per share, which was equivalent to the then current fair value of the Company’s common stock at the grant date. 
The performance shares vest at the end of a three-year period based on the achievement of a cumulative adjusted EPS target 
established at the grant date and subject to an executive’s continued employment. As the performance shares contain a performance 
condition, stock-based compensation expense, net of estimated forfeitures, is recorded over the requisite service period based on the 
number of awards expected to vest.  No performance shares were granted in 2015 and 2014. 

A summary of performance share activity under the Omnibus Incentive Plan as of December 31, 2016 and changes during the 

A summary of performance share activity under the Omnibus Incentive Plan as of December 31, 2016 and changes during the 

year then ended is presented below:

year then ended is presented below:

Performance 

Shares

Weighted Avg.
Grant Date
Fair Value 

— $

131,352

(21,471) $

109,881

$

$

—
39.59
39.59
39.59

Total outstanding, December 31, 2015
Granted to executives
Forfeited
Total outstanding, December 31, 2016

Stock-based compensation expense

Performance 

Shares

Weighted Avg.
Grant Date
Fair Value 

— $
131,352
$
(21,471) $
$
109,881

—
39.59
39.59
39.59

During the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, the Company recognized stock-based compensation expense of 

During the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, the Company recognized stock-based compensation expense of 

$13 million ($8 million, net of tax), $10 million ($6 million, net of tax) and $8 million ($5 million, net of tax), respectively. These 
charges are recorded within Selling and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive 

$13 million ($8 million, net of tax), $10 million ($6 million, net of tax) and $8 million ($5 million, net of tax), respectively. These 
charges are recorded within Selling and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive 

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Total outstanding, December 31, 2015

Granted to employees

Exercised

Forfeited

Expired

RSUs

Total outstanding, December 31, 2016

Total exercisable, December 31, 2016

Total outstanding, December 31, 2015

Granted to employees

Vested

Forfeited

Total outstanding, December 31, 2016

Performance Shares

Total outstanding, December 31, 2015

Granted to executives

Forfeited

Total outstanding, December 31, 2016

Stock-based compensation expense

income. Additionally, during the year ended December 31, 2016, the Company recognized $3 million of stock-based compensation 
expense due to the modification of non-vested stock options and RSUs as part of the severance agreement with the former president of 
Terminix, which has been included in Restructuring charges in the consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive income. 
There were no award modifications in 2015 and 2014.

As of December 31, 2016, there was $24 million of total unrecognized compensation costs related to non-vested stock 
options, RSUs and performance shares granted under the MSIP and Omnibus Incentive Plan. These remaining costs are expected to be 
recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.16 years. 

TruGreen Spin-Off 

In connection with the TruGreen Spin-off, on January 14, 2014, the Company distributed all of New TruGreen’s common 
stock to the Company’s stockholders. Following the distribution, the Company’s employees held equity incentive awards covering 
shares of New TruGreen common stock as well as equity incentive awards covering shares of the Company’s common stock, and 
employees who transferred to New TruGreen held equity incentive awards covering shares of the Company’s common stock as well 
as equity incentive awards covering shares of New TruGreen common stock.

To align the interests of the Company’s continuing employees and the interests of New TruGreen’s employees with their 
respective employers, on February 14, 2014, the Company and New TruGreen extended offers to each other’s employees to allow 
them to tender their equity awards covering shares of their non-employing entity to the respective issuer and subsequently to apply the 
proceeds of any such tendered equity awards to subscribe for equity awards in their respective employers at the then-current fair 
market value ($12.00, in the case of the Company’s common stock, and $3.75, in the case of New TruGreen common stock). As a 
result of this program, on March 18, 2014, the Company accepted tenders of 199,075 shares of the Company’s common stock and 
DSUs from New TruGreen employees and issued 237,762 shares of the Company’s common stock and DSUs to the Company’s 
continuing employees. Additionally, 63,663 RSUs were converted under this program.

In connection with the TruGreen Spin-off, the Company adjusted the exercise price of options held by the Company’s 
employees to reflect the fair market value of its common stock after giving effect to the TruGreen Spin-off by multiplying the exercise 
price of such options immediately prior to the TruGreen Spin-off by a fraction, the numerator of which was the fair market value of a 
share of its common stock immediately following the TruGreen Spin-off ($12.00 per share) and the denominator of which was the fair 
market value of a share of its common stock immediately prior to the TruGreen Spin-off ($15.75 per share), or the “Option 
Conversion Ratio.”

To allow the Company’s employees to retain the intrinsic value of their stock options prior to the TruGreen Spin-off, the 

Company also adjusted the number of shares underlying the options of such employees. The number of shares underlying the options 
was adjusted by dividing the number of shares underlying the options held by each employee by the Option Conversion Ratio. The 
Company refers to these adjustments collectively as the “Option Conversion.” The change in the number of shares underlying options 
and the adjustment of the exercise price pursuant to the Option Conversion represent modifications to the Company’s share based 
compensation awards. As a result of the Option Conversion the Company compared the fair value of the awards following the 
TruGreen Spin-off with the fair value of the original awards. The comparison did not yield incremental value. Accordingly, the 
Company did not record any incremental compensation expense as a result of the Option Conversion.

Note 18. Fair Value Measurements

The period-end carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalents, receivables, restricted cash, accounts payable and accrued 
liabilities approximate fair value because of the short maturity of these instruments. The period-end carrying amounts of long-term 
notes receivable approximate fair value as the effective interest rates for these instruments are comparable to period-end market rates. 
The period-end carrying amounts of short- and long-term marketable securities also approximate fair value, with unrealized gains and 
losses reported net of tax as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) on the consolidated statements of 
financial position, or, for certain unrealized losses, reported in interest and net investment income in the consolidated statements of
operations and comprehensive income (loss) if the decline in value is other than temporary. The carrying amount of total debt was 
$2,831 million and $2,752 million and the estimated fair value was $2,930 million and $2,813 million as of December 31, 2016 and 
December 31, 2015, respectively. The fair value of the Company’s debt is estimated based on available market prices for the same or 
similar instruments which are considered significant other observable inputs (Level 2) within the fair value hierarchy. The fair values 
presented reflect the amounts that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between 
market participants at the measurement date (exit price). The fair value estimates presented in this report are based on information 
available to the Company as of December 31, 2016 and 2015.

The Company has estimated the fair value of its financial instruments measured at fair value on a recurring basis using the 

market and income approaches. For investments in marketable securities, deferred compensation trust assets and derivative contracts, 
which are carried at their fair values, the Company’s fair value estimates incorporate quoted market prices, other observable inputs 
(for example, forward interest rates) and unobservable inputs (for example, forward commodity prices) at the balance sheet date.

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Interest rate swap contracts are valued using forward interest rate curves obtained from third-party market data providers. The 

Interest rate swap contracts are valued using forward interest rate curves obtained from third-party market data providers. The 

fair value of each contract is the sum of the expected future settlements between the contract counterparties, discounted to present 
value. The expected future settlements are determined by comparing the contract interest rate to the expected forward interest rate as 
of each settlement date and applying the difference between the two rates to the notional amount of debt in the interest rate swap 

contracts.

fair value of each contract is the sum of the expected future settlements between the contract counterparties, discounted to present 
value. The expected future settlements are determined by comparing the contract interest rate to the expected forward interest rate as 
of each settlement date and applying the difference between the two rates to the notional amount of debt in the interest rate swap 
contracts.

Fuel swap contracts are valued using forward fuel price curves obtained from third-party market data providers. The fair 

Fuel swap contracts are valued using forward fuel price curves obtained from third-party market data providers. The fair 

value of each contract is the sum of the expected future settlements between the contract counterparties, discounted to present value. 
The expected future settlements are determined by comparing the contract fuel price to the expected forward fuel price as of each 
settlement date and applying the difference between the contract and expected prices to the notional gallons in the fuel swap contracts. 
The Company regularly reviews the forward price curves obtained from third-party market data providers and related changes in fair 

value of each contract is the sum of the expected future settlements between the contract counterparties, discounted to present value. 
The expected future settlements are determined by comparing the contract fuel price to the expected forward fuel price as of each 
settlement date and applying the difference between the contract and expected prices to the notional gallons in the fuel swap contracts. 
The Company regularly reviews the forward price curves obtained from third-party market data providers and related changes in fair 
value for reasonableness utilizing information available to the Company from other published sources.

value for reasonableness utilizing information available to the Company from other published sources.

The Company has not changed its valuation techniques for measuring the fair value of any financial assets and liabilities 

The Company has not changed its valuation techniques for measuring the fair value of any financial assets and liabilities 

during the year. Transfers between levels, if any, are recognized at the end of the reporting period. There were no significant transfers 

between levels during each of the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015.

during the year. Transfers between levels, if any, are recognized at the end of the reporting period. There were no significant transfers 
between levels during each of the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015.

The carrying amount and estimated fair value of the Company’s financial instruments that are recorded at fair value on a 

The carrying amount and estimated fair value of the Company’s financial instruments that are recorded at fair value on a 

recurring basis for the periods presented are as follows: 

recurring basis for the periods presented are as follows: 

Statement of Financial

Position Location

Carrying

Value

Estimated Fair Value Measurements

Quoted

Prices In

Active

Markets

(Level 1)

Significant

Other

Observable

Inputs

(Level 2)

Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)

Long-term marketable securities

$

8

$

8

$

— $

Marketable securities and Long-

term marketable securities

Prepaid expenses and other assets 

and Other assets

Other assets

Other accrued liabilities and Other 

long-term obligations

Long-term marketable securities

Marketable securities and Long-

term marketable securities

Other accrued liabilities

Other long-term obligations

$

$

$

$

$

$

36

5

27

75

4

4

73

81

4

8

12

$

$

$

$

$

33

—

—

40

$

—

— $

38

46

$

— $

—

— $

3

—

27

30

4

4

35

35

8

8

$

$

$

$

— $

8

$

8

$

— $

—

—

5
—
5

—
—

—

—
—

4
—
4

(In millions)
As of December 31, 2016:
Financial Assets:

Deferred compensation trust 
Investments in marketable 
securities 
Fuel swap contracts

Interest rate swap contracts

Total financial assets 
Financial Liabilities:

Interest rate swap contracts

Total financial liabilities 
As of December 31, 2015:
Financial Assets:

Deferred compensation trust 
Investments in marketable 
securities 

Total financial assets 
Financial Liabilities:

Fuel swap contracts
Interest rate swap contracts

Total financial liabilities 

(In millions)

As of December 31, 2016:

Financial Assets:

Deferred compensation trust 

Investments in marketable 

securities 

Fuel swap contracts

Interest rate swap contracts

Total financial assets 

Financial Liabilities:

Interest rate swap contracts

Total financial liabilities 

As of December 31, 2015:

Financial Assets:

Deferred compensation trust 

Investments in marketable 

securities 

Total financial assets 

Financial Liabilities:

Fuel swap contracts

Interest rate swap contracts

Total financial liabilities 

Statement of Financial
Position Location

Carrying
Value

Estimated Fair Value Measurements
Significant
Other
Observable
Inputs
(Level 2)

Quoted
Prices In
Active
Markets
(Level 1)

Significant
Unobservable
Inputs
(Level 3)

Long-term marketable securities
Marketable securities and Long-
term marketable securities
Prepaid expenses and other assets 
and Other assets
Other assets

Other accrued liabilities and Other 
long-term obligations

Long-term marketable securities
Marketable securities and Long-
term marketable securities

Other accrued liabilities
Other long-term obligations

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

8

$

8

$

— $

36

5
27
75

4
4

$

$

33

—
—
40

$

—
— $

3

—
27
30

4
4

$

$

8

$

8

$

— $

73
81

4
8
12

$

$

$

38
46

$

— $
—
— $

35
35

$

— $
8
8

$

—

—

5
—
5

—
—

—

—
—

4
—
4

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A reconciliation of the beginning and ending fair values of financial instruments valued using significant unobservable inputs 

(Level 3) on a recurring basis is presented as follows:

(In millions)
Balance as of December 31, 2014
Total (losses) gains (realized and unrealized)

Included in earnings 
Included in other comprehensive income 

Settlements
Balance as of December 31, 2015
Total (losses) gains (realized and unrealized)

Included in earnings 
Included in other comprehensive income 

Settlements
Balance as of December 31, 2016

$

$

Fuel Swap
Contract
Assets
(Liabilities)

(6)

Location of Loss included in Earnings

(5) Cost of services rendered and products sold
2
5
(4)

(4) Cost of services rendered and products sold
8
4
5

The following tables present information relating to the significant unobservable inputs of the Company’s Level 3 financial 

instruments:

As of December 31, 2016:
Fuel swap contracts 

As of December 31, 2015:
Fuel swap contracts 

Fair Value
(in millions)

Valuation
Technique

Unobservable Input

Range

Weighted
Average

$

$

5

Discounted 
Cash Flows

(4) Discounted 
Cash Flows

Forward Unleaded Price per Gallon(1)

$2.31 - $2.85

$

2.55

Forward Unleaded Price per Gallon(1)

$1.91 - $2.55

$

2.22

___________________________________

(1)

Forward prices per gallon were derived from third-party market data providers. A decrease in the forward price would result 
in a decrease in the fair value of the fuel swap contracts.

The Company uses derivative financial instruments to manage risks associated with changes in fuel prices and interest rates. 
The Company does not hold or issue derivative financial instruments for trading or speculative purposes. In designating its derivative 
financial instruments as hedging instruments under accounting standards for derivative instruments, the Company formally documents 
the relationship between the hedging instrument and the hedged item, as well as the risk management objective and strategy for the 
use of the hedging instrument. This documentation includes linking the derivatives to forecasted transactions. The Company assesses 
at the time a derivative contract is entered into, and at least quarterly thereafter, whether the derivative item is effective in offsetting 
the projected changes in cash flows of the associated forecasted transactions. All of the Company’s designated hedging instruments 
are classified as cash flow hedges.

The Company has historically hedged a significant portion of its annual fuel consumption. The Company has also historically 

hedged the interest payments on a portion of its variable rate debt through the use of interest rate swap agreements. All of the 
Company’s fuel swap contracts and interest rate swap contracts are classified as cash flow hedges, and, as such, the hedging 
instruments are recorded on the consolidated statements of financial position as either an asset or liability at fair value, with the 
effective portion of changes in the fair value attributable to the hedged risks recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income 
(loss). Any change in the fair value of the hedging instrument resulting from ineffectiveness, as defined by accounting standards, is 
recognized in current period earnings. Cash flows related to fuel and interest rate derivatives are classified as operating activities in the 
consolidated statements of cash flows.

Ineffective portions of derivative instruments designated in accordance with accounting standards as cash flow hedge 

relationships were insignificant during the 12 months ended December 31, 2016. As of December 31, 2016, the Company had fuel 
swap contracts to pay fixed prices for fuel with an aggregate notional amount of $33 million, maturing through 2018. Under the terms 
of its fuel swap contracts, the Company is required to post collateral in the event that the fair value of the contracts exceeds a certain 
agreed upon liability level and in other circumstances required by the counterparty. As of December 31, 2016, the Company had 
posted $3 million in letters of credit as collateral under its fuel hedging program, which were issued under the Revolving Credit 
Facility.

The effective portion of the gain or loss on derivative instruments designated and qualifying as cash flow hedging 
instruments is recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss). These amounts are reclassified into earnings in the same 

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period or periods during which the hedged forecasted debt interest settlement or the fuel settlement affects earnings. See Note 14 to 
the consolidated financial statements for the effective portion of the gain or loss on derivative instruments recorded in accumulated 
other comprehensive income (loss) and for the amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) and into 
earnings. The amount expected to be reclassified into earnings during the next 12 months includes unrealized gains and losses related 
to open fuel hedges and interest rate swaps. Specifically, as the underlying forecasted transactions occur during the next 12 months, 
the hedging gains and losses in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) expected to be recognized in earnings is a loss of 
$3 million, net of tax, as of December 31, 2016. The amounts that are ultimately reclassified into earnings will be based on actual fuel 

prices and interest rates at the time the positions are settled and may differ materially from the amount noted above.  

period or periods during which the hedged forecasted debt interest settlement or the fuel settlement affects earnings. See Note 14 to 
the consolidated financial statements for the effective portion of the gain or loss on derivative instruments recorded in accumulated 
other comprehensive income (loss) and for the amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) and into 
earnings. The amount expected to be reclassified into earnings during the next 12 months includes unrealized gains and losses related 
to open fuel hedges and interest rate swaps. Specifically, as the underlying forecasted transactions occur during the next 12 months, 
the hedging gains and losses in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) expected to be recognized in earnings is a loss of 
$3 million, net of tax, as of December 31, 2016. The amounts that are ultimately reclassified into earnings will be based on actual fuel 
prices and interest rates at the time the positions are settled and may differ materially from the amount noted above.  

Note 19. Earnings Per Share 

Note 19. Earnings Per Share 

Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing net income by the weighted-average number of shares of common stock 
outstanding. Diluted earnings per share is computed by dividing net income by the weighted-average number of shares of common 
stock outstanding during the period, increased to include the number of shares of common stock that would have been outstanding had 
potential dilutive shares of common stock been issued. The dilutive effect of stock options, RSUs and performance shares are reflected 

Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing net income by the weighted-average number of shares of common stock 
outstanding. Diluted earnings per share is computed by dividing net income by the weighted-average number of shares of common 
stock outstanding during the period, increased to include the number of shares of common stock that would have been outstanding had 
potential dilutive shares of common stock been issued. The dilutive effect of stock options, RSUs and performance shares are reflected 
in diluted net income per share by applying the treasury stock method.

in diluted net income per share by applying the treasury stock method.

A reconciliation of the amounts included in the computation of basic earnings per share from continuing operations and 

A reconciliation of the amounts included in the computation of basic earnings per share from continuing operations and 

diluted earnings per share from continuing operations is as follows:

diluted earnings per share from continuing operations is as follows:

(In millions, except per share data)

Income from continuing operations 

Weighted-average common shares outstanding 

Effect of dilutive securities:

RSUs 

Stock options(1)

Weighted-average common shares outstanding - assuming dilution 

Basic earnings per share from continuing operations 

Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations 

___________________________________

Year Ended December 31,

2016

2015

2014

$

$

$

155

$

162

$

135.3

0.2

1.8

137.3

1.15

1.13

$

$

135.0

0.2

1.4

136.6

1.20

1.19

$

$

43
112.8

0.1
0.8
113.8
0.38
0.38

(In millions, except per share data)
Income from continuing operations 
Weighted-average common shares outstanding 
Effect of dilutive securities:

RSUs 
Stock options(1)

Weighted-average common shares outstanding - assuming dilution 
Basic earnings per share from continuing operations 
Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations 
___________________________________

Year Ended December 31,
2015

2016

2014

$

$
$

155
135.3

0.2
1.8
137.3
1.15
1.13

$

$
$

162
135.0

0.2
1.4
136.6
1.20
1.19

$

$
$

43
112.8

0.1
0.8
113.8
0.38
0.38

(1)

Options to purchase 0.9 million, 0.3 million, and 0.1 million shares for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, 
respectively, were not included in the diluted earnings per share calculation because their effect would have been anti-

(1)

dilutive. 

Options to purchase 0.9 million, 0.3 million, and 0.1 million shares for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014, 
respectively, were not included in the diluted earnings per share calculation because their effect would have been anti-
dilutive. 

2016 Annual Report 104

2016 Annual Report 104

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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM 

To the Board of Directors and Shareholders of 
ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc.
Memphis, Tennessee 

We have audited the internal control over financial reporting of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. and subsidiaries (the 

“Company”) as of December 31, 2016, based on criteria established in Internal Control—Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the 
Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. The Company’s management is responsible for maintaining 
effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial 
reporting, included in the accompanying Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to 
express an opinion on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audit. 

We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United 

States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether effective internal 
control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal 
control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, testing and evaluating the design and operating 
effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk, and performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the 
circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion. 

A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed by, or under the supervision of, the company’s 
principal executive and principal financial officers, or persons performing similar functions, and effected by the company’s board of 
directors, management, and other personnel to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the 
preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s 
internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in 
reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide reasonable 
assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally 
accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with 
authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely 
detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial 
statements. 

Because of the inherent limitations of internal control over financial reporting, including the possibility of collusion or 

improper management override of controls, material misstatements due to error or fraud may not be prevented or detected on a timely 
basis. Also, projections of any evaluation of the effectiveness of the internal control over financial reporting to future periods are 
subject to the risk that the controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with 
the policies or procedures may deteriorate. 

In our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of 

December 31, 2016, based on the criteria established in Internal Control—Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of 
Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. 

We have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), 

the consolidated financial statements and financial statement schedules as of and for the year ended December 31, 2016 of the 
Company and our report dated February 24, 2017 expressed an unqualified opinion on those financial statements and included an 
explanatory paragraph regarding the Company’s adoption of two new accounting standards.

/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
Memphis, Tennessee
February 24, 2017

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Quarterly Operating Results (Unaudited) 

Quarterly Operating Results (Unaudited) 

Quarterly operating results for the last two years are shown in the table below. As discussed in the “Advertising” section in

Quarterly operating results for the last two years are shown in the table below. As discussed in the “Advertising” section in

the Significant Accounting Policies, on an interim basis, certain advertising costs are deferred and recognized approximately in 

proportion to revenue over the year and are not deferred beyond the calendar year-end. Full year results are not affected. 

the Significant Accounting Policies, on an interim basis, certain advertising costs are deferred and recognized approximately in 
proportion to revenue over the year and are not deferred beyond the calendar year-end. Full year results are not affected. 

(in millions, except per share data) 

Operating Revenue

Gross Profit

Income from Continuing Operations(1)

Loss from Discontinued Operations, net of income taxes

Net Income(1)

Basic earnings per share:

Net Income

Diluted earnings per share:

Income from Continuing Operations

Loss from Discontinued Operations, net of income taxes

Income from Continuing Operations

Loss from Discontinued Operations, net of income taxes

Net Income

Loss from Discontinued Operations, net of income taxes

(in millions, except per share data) 

Operating Revenue

Gross Profit

Income from Continuing Operations(1)

Net Income(1)

Basic earnings (loss) per share:

Income from Continuing Operations

Net Income

Diluted earnings (loss) per share:

Income from Continuing Operations

Loss from Discontinued Operations, net of income taxes

Loss from Discontinued Operations, net of income taxes

Net Income

$

608 $

284

747 $

368

758 $

358

633 $

288

39

—

39

0.29

—

0.28

0.28

—

0.28

28

—

28

0.21

—

0.21

0.21

—

0.20

16

—

16

0.11

—

0.12

0.11

—

0.11

67

—

67

0.50

—

0.49

0.49

—

0.49

70

—

70

0.52

—

0.52

0.51

—

0.51

50

(1)

49

0.37

(0.01)

0.37

0.37

(0.01)

0.36

31

—

31

0.23

—

0.23

0.23

—

0.23

17

—

17

0.13

—

0.12

0.12

—

0.12

$

571 $

268

716 $

351

706 $

338

601 $

261

First

Quarter 

Second

Quarter 

Fourth

Quarter 

Year 

2016

Third

Quarter 

2,746
1,298
155
(1)
155

(in millions, except per share data) 
Operating Revenue
Gross Profit
Income from Continuing Operations(1)
Loss from Discontinued Operations, net of income taxes
Net Income(1)
Basic earnings per share:

1.15
—
1.14

1.13
—
1.13

Income from Continuing Operations
Loss from Discontinued Operations, net of income taxes
Net Income

Diluted earnings per share:

Income from Continuing Operations
Loss from Discontinued Operations, net of income taxes
Net Income

First

Quarter 

Second

Quarter 

Fourth

Quarter 

Year 

2015

Third

Quarter 

2,594
1,219
162
(2)
160

(in millions, except per share data) 
Operating Revenue
Gross Profit
Income from Continuing Operations(1)
Loss from Discontinued Operations, net of income taxes
Net Income(1)
Basic earnings (loss) per share:

1.20
(0.01)
1.19

Income from Continuing Operations
Loss from Discontinued Operations, net of income taxes
Net Income

Diluted earnings (loss) per share:

1.19
(0.01)
1.17

Income from Continuing Operations
Loss from Discontinued Operations, net of income taxes
Net Income

$

$

First
Quarter 

Second
Quarter 

2016
Third
Quarter 

Fourth
Quarter 

608 $
284
39
—
39

747 $
368
16
—
16

758 $
358
70
—
70

633 $
288
31
—
31

0.29
—
0.28

0.28
—
0.28

0.11
—
0.12

0.11
—
0.11

0.52
—
0.52

0.51
—
0.51

0.23
—
0.23

0.23
—
0.23

Year 

2,746
1,298
155
(1)
155

1.15
—
1.14

1.13
—
1.13

First
Quarter 

Second
Quarter 

2015
Third
Quarter 

Fourth
Quarter 

Year 

571 $
268
28
—
28

716 $
351
67
—
67

706 $
338
50
(1)
49

601 $
261
17
—
17

0.21
—
0.21

0.21
—
0.20

0.50
—
0.49

0.49
—
0.49

0.37
(0.01)
0.37

0.37
(0.01)
0.36

0.13
—
0.12

0.12
—
0.12

2,594
1,219
162
(2)
160

1.20
(0.01)
1.19

1.19
(0.01)
1.17

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(1)

The results include restructuring charges primarily related to a branch optimization project and executive severance at 
Terminix, a project to consolidate the stand-alone operations of Home Security of America, Inc. with those of American 
Home Shield, an initiative to enhance capabilities and reduce costs in the Company’s headquarters functions, and costs 
related to the relocation of the Company’s headquarters. The table below summarizes the pre-tax and after-tax restructuring 
charges, by quarter, for 2016 and 2015. 

(in millions) 
Pre-tax
After-tax

(in millions) 
Pre-tax
After-tax

First
Quarter 

Second
Quarter 

2016
Third
Quarter 

Fourth
Quarter 

1 $
1 $

4 $
3 $

8 $
5 $

4 $
2 $

First
Quarter 

Second
Quarter 

2015
Third
Quarter 

Fourth
Quarter 

2 $
1 $

— $
— $

2 $
1 $

1 $
1 $

$
$

$
$

Year 

17
11

Year 

5
3

The results for the second and fourth quarters of 2016 include charges of $1 million ($1 million, net of tax) and $1 million 
($0 million, net of tax), respectively, related to the 401(k) Plan. The results for the fourth quarter of 2015 include a charge of 
$23 million ($14 million, net of tax) related to the 401(k) Plan.

The results for the first, second and third quarters of 2016 include charges of $3 million ($3 million, net of tax), $88 million 
($54 million, net of tax) and $1 million ($1 million, net of tax), respectively, for fumigation related matters. The results for 
the fourth quarter of 2015 include a charge of $9 million ($9 million, net of tax) for fumigation related matters. 

The results for the second quarter of 2016 includes a charge of $23 million ($15 million, net of tax) related to an insurance
reserve adjustment.

The results for the first quarter of 2016 includes a gain of $1 million ($0 million, net of tax) associated with the branch 
conversions. The results for the first, second, third and fourth quarters of 2015 include gains of $1 million ($1 million, net of 
tax), $2 million ($1 million, net of tax), $3 million ($2 million, net of tax) and $2 million ($1 million, net of tax),
respectively, associated with the branch conversions. 

The results for the fourth quarter of 2016 includes a loss on extinguishment of debt of $32 million ($20 million, net of tax)
related to the repayment of the Old Credit Facilities. The results for the first, second and third quarters of 2015 include a loss 
on extinguishment of debt of $13 million ($9 million, net of tax), $14 million ($9 million, net of tax) and $31 million ($20
million, net of tax), respectively, related to the redemption of the 2020 Notes.

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2016 Annual Report 107

DISCLOSURE 

None. 

ITEM 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

Evaluation of disclosure controls and procedures

procedures were effective as of December 31, 2016. 

Changes in internal control over financial reporting

ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL 

ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL 
DISCLOSURE 

None. 

ITEM 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

Evaluation of disclosure controls and procedures

The Company’s CEO, Robert J. Gillette, and Senior Vice President and CFO, Alan J. M. Haughie, have evaluated the 

The Company’s CEO, Robert J. Gillette, and Senior Vice President and CFO, Alan J. M. Haughie, have evaluated the 

Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) and Rule 15d-15(e) under the Exchange Act) as of the 
end of the period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10-K as required by Rule 13a-15(b) and Rule 15d-15(b) under the Exchange 
Act. Messrs. Gillette and Haughie have concluded that both the design and operation of the Company’s disclosure controls and 

Company’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) and Rule 15d-15(e) under the Exchange Act) as of the 
end of the period covered by this Annual Report on Form 10-K as required by Rule 13a-15(b) and Rule 15d-15(b) under the Exchange 
Act. Messrs. Gillette and Haughie have concluded that both the design and operation of the Company’s disclosure controls and 
procedures were effective as of December 31, 2016. 

No changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting, as defined in Rule 13a-15(f) or Rule 15d-15(f) under 

No changes in the Company’s internal control over financial reporting, as defined in Rule 13a-15(f) or Rule 15d-15(f) under 

the Exchange Act, occurred during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2016 that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially 

affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.  

the Exchange Act, occurred during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2016 that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially 
affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.  

Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting  

Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting  

The Company’s management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal controls over financial 
reporting. The Company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the 

The Company’s management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal controls over financial 
reporting. The Company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the 
reliability of financial reporting and the preparation and fair presentation of published financial statements.

reliability of financial reporting and the preparation and fair presentation of published financial statements.

All internal control systems, no matter how well designed, have inherent limitations. Therefore, even those systems 

All internal control systems, no matter how well designed, have inherent limitations. Therefore, even those systems 

determined to be effective can provide only reasonable assurance with respect to financial statement preparation and presentation.

determined to be effective can provide only reasonable assurance with respect to financial statement preparation and presentation.

The Company’s management assessed, under the supervision and with the participation of the Company’s CEO, Robert J. 

The Company’s management assessed, under the supervision and with the participation of the Company’s CEO, Robert J. 

Changes in internal control over financial reporting

Gillette, and Senior Vice President and CFO, Alan J.M. Haughie, the effectiveness of its internal control over financial reporting as of 
December 31, 2016. In making this assessment, management used the criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations 
of the Treadway Commission in Internal Control—Integrated Framework (2013). Based on this assessment, management concluded 

that, as of December 31, 2016, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting is effective based on those criteria. 

The Company’s independent registered public accounting firm, Deloitte & Touche LLP, has audited the effectiveness of the 
Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2016 and has expressed an unqualified opinion in their report 

which is included herein.

ITEM 9B. OTHER INFORMATION  

Gillette, and Senior Vice President and CFO, Alan J.M. Haughie, the effectiveness of its internal control over financial reporting as of 
December 31, 2016. In making this assessment, management used the criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations 
of the Treadway Commission in Internal Control—Integrated Framework (2013). Based on this assessment, management concluded 
that, as of December 31, 2016, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting is effective based on those criteria. 

The Company’s independent registered public accounting firm, Deloitte & Touche LLP, has audited the effectiveness of the 
Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2016 and has expressed an unqualified opinion in their report 
which is included herein.

ITEM 9B. OTHER INFORMATION  

As previously announced, Alan Haughie, who has been serving as our Chief Financial Officer through February 24, 2017, 
will retire March 15, 2017. Effective as of February 25, 2017, Anthony (Tony) DiLucente will assume the role of Chief Financial 

Officer.

As previously announced, Alan Haughie, who has been serving as our Chief Financial Officer through February 24, 2017, 
will retire March 15, 2017. Effective as of February 25, 2017, Anthony (Tony) DiLucente will assume the role of Chief Financial 
Officer.

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PART III 

ITEM 10. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE 

The information required by this Item for the Company will be set forth in Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2017 Annual 

Meeting of Stockholders, which information is hereby incorporated herein by reference.

ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION 

The information required by this Item for the Company will be set forth in Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2017 Annual 

Meeting of Stockholders, which information is hereby incorporated herein by reference.

ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT AND RELATED 
STOCKHOLDER MATTERS 

The information required by this Item for the Company will be set forth in Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2017 Annual 

Meeting of Stockholders, which information is hereby incorporated herein by reference.

ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS, AND DIRECTOR INDEPENDENCE 

The information required by this Item for the Company will be set forth in Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2017 Annual 

Meeting of Stockholders, which information is hereby incorporated herein by reference.

ITEM 14. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTING FEES AND SERVICES 

The information required by this Item for the Company will be set forth in Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2017 Annual 

Meeting of Stockholders, which information is hereby incorporated herein by reference.

ITEM 15. EXHIBITS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES 

(a).         Financial Statements, Schedules and Exhibits. 

1.           Financial Statements 

PART IV 

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm contained in Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

Consolidated Statements of Operations and Comprehensive Income (Loss) for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 

2014 contained in Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

72

73

Consolidated Statements of Financial Position as of December 31, 2016 and 2015 contained in Item 8 of this Annual Report on 

74

Form 10-K.

Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014 contained in Item 8 of 

75

this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014 contained in Item 8 of this 

Annual Report on Form 10-K.

Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements contained in Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

76

77

2.         Financial Statements Schedules

The following information is filed as part of this Annual Report on Form 10-K and should be read in conjunction with the 

financial statements contained in Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K: 

Schedule I—ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. (Parent) Condensed Financial Information

Schedule II—Valuation and Qualifying Accounts

3.           Exhibits

111

115

116

The exhibits filed with this report are listed on the Exhibit Index. Entries marked by the symbol # next to the exhibit’s

number identify management compensatory plans, contracts or arrangements.

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SIGNATURES

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 and 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, ServiceMaster Global 

Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 and 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, ServiceMaster Global 

Holdings, Inc. has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

Holdings, Inc. has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

SERVICEMASTER GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.

SERVICEMASTER GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

By:

/s/ ROBERT J. GILLETTE

Name: Robert J. Gillette

Title:

Chief Executive Officer

By:

/s/ ROBERT J. GILLETTE
Name: Robert J. Gillette
Title:

Chief Executive Officer

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following 

persons on behalf of the registrants and in the capacities and on the dates indicated. 

persons on behalf of the registrants and in the capacities and on the dates indicated. 

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

By:

/s/ MARK E. TOMKINS

Name: Mark E. Tomkins

Title: Director, Chairman of the Board 

By:

/s/ ROBERT J. GILLETTE

Name: Robert J. Gillette

Title:

Chief Executive Officer and Director 

(Principal Executive Officer)

By:

/s/ ALAN J. M. HAUGHIE

Name: Alan J. M. Haughie

Title:

Senior Vice President and Chief Financial 

Officer

(Principal Financial Officer)

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

By:

/s/ JOHN P. MULLEN

Name:

John P. Mullen

Title:

Vice President, Controller and Chief Accounting 

Officer (Principal Accounting Officer)

Date: February 24, 2017

By:

/s/ PETER L. CELLA

Name: Peter L. Cella

Title: Director 

By:

/s/ JOHN B. CORNESS

Name:

John B. Corness

Title: Director 

By:

/s/ JERRI DEVARD

Name:

Jerri L. DeVard

Title: Director 

By:

/s/ RICHARD P. FOX

Name: Richard P. Fox

Title: Director 

By:

/s/ LAURIE ANN GOLDMAN

Name: Laurie Ann Goldman

Title: Director

By:

/s/ STEPHAN J. SEDITA

Name: Stephan J. Sedita

Title: Director

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

Date: February 24, 2017

By:

By:

By:

By:

By:

By:

By:

By:

By:

By:

/s/ MARK E. TOMKINS
Name: Mark E. Tomkins
Title: Director, Chairman of the Board 

/s/ ROBERT J. GILLETTE
Name: Robert J. Gillette
Title:

Chief Executive Officer and Director 
(Principal Executive Officer)

/s/ ALAN J. M. HAUGHIE
Name: Alan J. M. Haughie
Title:

Senior Vice President and Chief Financial 
Officer
(Principal Financial Officer)

/s/ JOHN P. MULLEN
Name:
Title:

John P. Mullen
Vice President, Controller and Chief Accounting 
Officer (Principal Accounting Officer)

/s/ PETER L. CELLA
Name: Peter L. Cella
Title: Director 

/s/ JOHN B. CORNESS
Name:
Title: Director 

John B. Corness

/s/ JERRI DEVARD
Name:
Title: Director 

Jerri L. DeVard

/s/ RICHARD P. FOX
Name: Richard P. Fox
Title: Director 

/s/ LAURIE ANN GOLDMAN
Name: Laurie Ann Goldman
Title: Director

/s/ STEPHAN J. SEDITA
Name: Stephan J. Sedita
Title: Director

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SERVICEMASTER GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. (PARENT COMPANY ONLY)

SCHEDULE I 

Condensed Statements of Income
(In millions)

Revenue 
Selling and administrative expenses 
Loss from Continuing Operations before Income Taxes 
Benefit for income taxes 
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations 
Equity in earnings of subsidiaries (net of tax) 
Net Income (Loss) 
Total Comprehensive Income (Loss) 

2016

Year ended December 31,
2015

2014

— $

— $

—
—
—
—
155
155
173

$
$

—
—
(1)
1
160
160
147

$
$

—

1
(2)
(1)
(1)
(56)
(57)
(70)

$

$
$

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SERVICEMASTER GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. (PARENT COMPANY ONLY) 

Condensed Balance Sheets

(In millions)

Condensed Balance Sheets
(In millions)

As of December 31,

2016

2015

As of December 31,

2016

2015

Assets:

Current Assets:

Cash and cash equivalents 

Receivables 

Total Current Assets 

Other Assets:

Investments in and advances to subsidiaries 

Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity:

Total Assets 

Current Liabilities:

Accrued liabilities:

Payroll and related expenses 

Other 

Total Current Liabilities 

Other Long-Term Liabilities:

Intercompany payable 

Shareholders' Equity 

Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity 

$

$

$

$

—

5

5

741

747

—

—

60

686

747

$

$

$

— $

14
1
15

552
568

Assets:
Current Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents 
Receivables 
Total Current Assets 
Other Assets:
Investments in and advances to subsidiaries 
Total Assets 
Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity:
Current Liabilities:
Accrued liabilities:

1
22
23

Payroll and related expenses 
Other 

Total Current Liabilities 
Other Long-Term Liabilities:

—
545
568

Intercompany payable 
Shareholders' Equity 
Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity 

$

$

$

$

5
—
5

741
747

$

$

— $
—
—

60
686
747

$

14
1
15

552
568

1
22
23

—
545
568

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SERVICEMASTER GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC. (PARENT COMPANY ONLY) 

Condensed Statements of Cash Flows
(In millions)

2016

Year ended December 31,
2015

2014

Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period 
Net Cash Used for Operating Activities from Continuing Operations 
Cash Flows from Financing Activities from Continuing Operations:
Borrowings of debt
Payments of debt 
Contribution to ServiceMaster Company, LLC
Net intercompany advances
Repurchase of common stock and RSU vesting
Issuance of common stock
Net Cash Provided from (Used for) Financing Activities from Continuing 
Operations 
Cash (Decrease) Increase During the Period 
Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period 

$

$

14
(22)

—
—
—
60
(60)
13

13
(9)
5

$

$

$

21
(3)

—
—
(20)
—
—
16

(5)
(7)
14

$

8
—

2
(16)
(646)
—
(6)
679

13
13
21

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1. Basis of Presentation

1. Basis of Presentation

Notes to Condensed Parent Company Only Financial Statements 

Notes to Condensed Parent Company Only Financial Statements 

The condensed financial statements of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. (“Parent Company”) are required as a result of 
the restricted net assets of the Parent Company’s consolidated subsidiaries exceeding 25% of the Parent Company’s consolidated net 
assets as of December 31, 2016. All consolidated subsidiaries of the Parent Company are wholly owned. The primary source of 

income for the Parent Company is equity in its subsidiaries’ earnings. 

The condensed financial statements of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. (“Parent Company”) are required as a result of 
the restricted net assets of the Parent Company’s consolidated subsidiaries exceeding 25% of the Parent Company’s consolidated net 
assets as of December 31, 2016. All consolidated subsidiaries of the Parent Company are wholly owned. The primary source of 
income for the Parent Company is equity in its subsidiaries’ earnings. 

Pursuant to rules and regulations of the SEC, the unconsolidated condensed financial statements of the Parent Company do 

Pursuant to rules and regulations of the SEC, the unconsolidated condensed financial statements of the Parent Company do 

not reflect all of the information and notes normally included with financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP. Therefore, 
these condensed financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and related notes 

not reflect all of the information and notes normally included with financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP. Therefore, 
these condensed financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and related notes 
included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

The Parent Company has accounted for its subsidiaries under the equity method in the unconsolidated condensed financial 

The Parent Company has accounted for its subsidiaries under the equity method in the unconsolidated condensed financial 

statements.

2. Commitments and Contingencies

The Parent Company and its subsidiaries are parties to environmental and other legal matters. For further discussion of 

The Parent Company and its subsidiaries are parties to environmental and other legal matters. For further discussion of 

commitments, guarantees and contingencies, see Note 9 to the consolidated financial statements of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, 

commitments, guarantees and contingencies, see Note 9 to the consolidated financial statements of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, 
Inc. included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

On April 19, 2013, the Parent Company entered into a revolving promissory note with The ServiceMaster Company, LLC 

On April 19, 2013, the Parent Company entered into a revolving promissory note with The ServiceMaster Company, LLC 

with a maximum borrowing capacity of $25 million that was scheduled to mature on April 18, 2018. Amounts outstanding under this 
agreement bore interest at the rate of five percent per annum. On July 1, 2014, the Parent Company used a portion of the proceeds 
from the initial public offering to repay this inter-company loan. As a result of this repayment, the Parent Company did not have a 

balance outstanding under this note as of December 31, 2015 and 2016.

with a maximum borrowing capacity of $25 million that was scheduled to mature on April 18, 2018. Amounts outstanding under this 
agreement bore interest at the rate of five percent per annum. On July 1, 2014, the Parent Company used a portion of the proceeds 
from the initial public offering to repay this inter-company loan. As a result of this repayment, the Parent Company did not have a 
balance outstanding under this note as of December 31, 2015 and 2016.

3. Long-Term Debt

included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

statements.

2. Commitments and Contingencies

Inc. included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

3. Long-Term Debt

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SCHEDULE II
SERVICEMASTER GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
(In millions)

As of and for the year ending December 31, 2016:
Continuing Operations—

Allowance for doubtful accounts

Accounts receivable
Notes receivable
Income tax valuation allowance

As of and for the year ending December 31, 2015:
Continuing Operations—

Allowance for doubtful accounts

Accounts receivable
Notes receivable
Income tax valuation allowance

As of and for the year ending December 31, 2014:
Continuing Operations—

Allowance for doubtful accounts

Accounts receivable
Notes receivable
Income tax valuation allowance
___________________________________

Balance at
Beginning of
Period 

Additions
Charged to
Costs and
Expenses 

Deductions(1)

Balance at
End of
Period 

$

$

$

21 $
2
7

22 $
3
7

22 $
4
7

39 $
—
2

35 $
—
1

34 $
—
1

39 $
1
2

36 $
1
2

34 $
1
1

21
2
7

21
2
7

22
3
7

(1)

Deductions in the allowance for doubtful accounts for accounts and notes receivable reflect write-offs of uncollectible 
accounts. Deductions for the income tax valuation allowance in 2016, 2015 and 2014 are primarily attributable to the 
reduction of net operating loss carryforwards and other deferred tax assets related to the uncertainty of future taxable income 
in certain jurisdictions. 

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Exhibit 

Number

EXHIBIT INDEX

Description

Exhibit 
Number

EXHIBIT INDEX

Description

2.1 Separation and Distribution Agreement, dated as of January 14, 2014, by and among ServiceMaster Global 

2.1 Separation and Distribution Agreement, dated as of January 14, 2014, by and among ServiceMaster Global 

Holdings, Inc., The ServiceMaster Company, TruGreen Holding Corporation and TruGreen Limited Partnership, is 
incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.2 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, 

filed January 17, 2014.

Holdings, Inc., The ServiceMaster Company, TruGreen Holding Corporation and TruGreen Limited Partnership, is 
incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.2 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, 
filed January 17, 2014.

2.2 Employee Matters Agreement, dated as of January 14, 2014, by and among ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., The 
ServiceMaster Company, LLC, TruGreen Limited Partnership and TruGreen Holding Corporation, is incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 2.3 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, filed January 17, 

2.2 Employee Matters Agreement, dated as of January 14, 2014, by and among ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., The 
ServiceMaster Company, LLC, TruGreen Limited Partnership and TruGreen Holding Corporation, is incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 2.3 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, filed January 17, 
2014.

2.3 Tax Matters Agreement, dated as of January 14, 2014, by and among ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., The 

2.3 Tax Matters Agreement, dated as of January 14, 2014, by and among ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., The 

ServiceMaster Company, LLC, TruGreen Holding Corporation and TruGreen Limited Partnership, is incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 2.4 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, filed January 17, 

ServiceMaster Company, LLC, TruGreen Holding Corporation and TruGreen Limited Partnership, is incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 2.4 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, filed January 17, 
2014.

2014.

2014.

2.4 Transition Services Agreement, dated as of January 14, 2014, by and between The ServiceMaster Company, LLC and 

2.4 Transition Services Agreement, dated as of January 14, 2014, by and between The ServiceMaster Company, LLC and 

TruGreen Limited Partnership, is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.5 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The 

ServiceMaster Company, LLC, filed January 17, 2014.

TruGreen Limited Partnership, is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.5 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The 
ServiceMaster Company, LLC, filed January 17, 2014.

3.1 Second Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., is incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Registration Statement on Form S-8 of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed 

July 1, 2014.

3.1 Second Amended and Restated Certificate of Incorporation of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., is incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 3.1 to the Registration Statement on Form S-8 of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed 
July 1, 2014.

3.2 Third Amended and Restated By-Laws of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., is incorporated by reference to 

3.2 Third Amended and Restated By-Laws of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., is incorporated by reference to 

Exhibit 3.1 to the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2016 of ServiceMaster Global 

Holdings, Inc., filed October 28, 2016.

Exhibit 3.1 to the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2016 of ServiceMaster Global 
Holdings, Inc., filed October 28, 2016.

4.1 Indenture, dated as of August 15, 1997, between The ServiceMaster Company (as successor to ServiceMaster Limited 
Partnership and The ServiceMaster Company Limited Partnership) and the Harris Trust and Savings Bank, as trustee, 
is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to the Registration Statement on Form S-3 of The ServiceMaster Company, 

filed August 6, 1997.

4.1 Indenture, dated as of August 15, 1997, between The ServiceMaster Company (as successor to ServiceMaster Limited 
Partnership and The ServiceMaster Company Limited Partnership) and the Harris Trust and Savings Bank, as trustee, 
is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to the Registration Statement on Form S-3 of The ServiceMaster Company, 
filed August 6, 1997.

4.2 First Supplemental Indenture dated as of August 15, 1997 between The ServiceMaster Company (as successor to 

4.2 First Supplemental Indenture dated as of August 15, 1997 between The ServiceMaster Company (as successor to 

ServiceMaster Limited Partnership and The ServiceMaster Company Limited Partnership) and the Harris Trust and 
Savings Bank, as trustee, is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.4 to the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year 

ended December 31, 1997 of The ServiceMaster Company, filed March 27, 1998.

ServiceMaster Limited Partnership and The ServiceMaster Company Limited Partnership) and the Harris Trust and 
Savings Bank, as trustee, is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.4 to the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year 
ended December 31, 1997 of The ServiceMaster Company, filed March 27, 1998.

4.3 Second Supplemental Indenture dated as of January 1, 1998 between The ServiceMaster Company and the Harris 
Trust and Savings Bank, as trustee, is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of 

The ServiceMaster Company, filed February 26, 1998.

4.3 Second Supplemental Indenture dated as of January 1, 1998 between The ServiceMaster Company and the Harris 
Trust and Savings Bank, as trustee, is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of 
The ServiceMaster Company, filed February 26, 1998.

4.4 Third Supplemental Indenture dated as of March 2, 1998 between The ServiceMaster Company and the Harris Trust 

4.4 Third Supplemental Indenture dated as of March 2, 1998 between The ServiceMaster Company and the Harris Trust 

and Savings Bank, as trustee, is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.3 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of the 

ServiceMaster Company, filed February 27, 1998.

and Savings Bank, as trustee, is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.3 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of the 
ServiceMaster Company, filed February 27, 1998.

4.5 Fourth Supplemental Indenture dated as of August 10, 1999 between The ServiceMaster Company and the Harris 

4.5 Fourth Supplemental Indenture dated as of August 10, 1999 between The ServiceMaster Company and the Harris 

Trust and Savings Bank, as trustee, is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed 

of The ServiceMaster Company, filed August 16, 1999.

Trust and Savings Bank, as trustee, is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed 
of The ServiceMaster Company, filed August 16, 1999.

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4.6 Fifth Supplemental Indenture, dated as of January 14, 2014, among The ServiceMaster Company, LLC and The Bank 

of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A. (as successor to Harris Trust and Savings Bank), as Trustee is 
incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.3 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, 
filed January 17, 2014.

4.7 Form of 7.45% Note due August 14, 2027 is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.2 to the Registration Statement on 

Form S-3 of The ServiceMaster Company, filed August 6, 1997.

4.8 Form of 7.10% Note due March 1, 2018 is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-

K of the ServiceMaster Company, filed February 27, 1998.

4.9 Form of 7.25% Note due March 1, 2038 is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.2 to the Current Report on Form 8-

K of the ServiceMaster Company, filed February 27, 1998.

4.10 Indenture, dated as of November 8, 2016, among The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, the Subsidiary Guarantors 

named therein and Wilmington Trust, National Association, as Trustee, is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to 
the Current Report on Form 8-K of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed November 10, 2016.

4.11 First Supplemental Indenture, dated as of November 8, 2016, among The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, the 

Subsidiary Guarantors named therein and Wilmington Trust, National Association, as Trustee, is incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 4.2 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed November 
10, 2016.

4.12 Form of 5.125% Senior Note maturing in 2024 is, included in and, incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.1 to the 

Current Report on Form 8-K of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed November 10, 2016.

4.13 Form of Common Stock Certificate is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 4.18 to the Registration Statement on 

Form S-1 of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed June 19, 2014.

10.1 Credit Agreement, dated as of July 1, 2014, among The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, the several banks and other 
financial institutions from time to time party thereto, JPMorgan Chase Bank, as administrative agent and collateral 
agent for the lenders party thereto, and the other parties thereto, is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the 
Current Report on Form 8-K of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. and the ServiceMaster Company, LLC filed 
July 2, 2014.

10.2 First Term Loan Amendment, dated as of April 1, 2015, to the Credit Agreement, dated as of July 1, 2014, among The 
ServiceMaster Company, LLC and the incremental term lenders party thereto, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as 
administrative agent and collateral agent for the lenders and the other parties party thereto is incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 10.1 to the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2015 of ServiceMaster Global 
Holdings, Inc. and the ServiceMaster Company, LLC, filed May 4, 2015.

10.3 Second Amendment, dated as of August 17, 2015, to the Credit Agreement, dated as of July 1, 2014, among The 

ServiceMaster Company, LLC and the incremental term lenders party thereto, JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as 
administrative agent and collateral agent for the lenders and the other parties party thereto is incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 10.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., and The ServiceMaster 
Company, LLC, filed August 17, 2015.

10.4 Third Amendment, dated as of November 8, 2016, to the Credit Agreement, dated as of July 1, 2014, among The 

ServiceMaster Company, LLC, JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A., as administrative agent, the lenders and other financial 
institutions party thereto and certain Subsidiaries named therein is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the 
Current Report on Form 8-K of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed November 10, 2016.

10.5 Guarantee and Collateral Agreement, dated as of July 1, 2014 among The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, the 

Guarantors named therein, in favor of JPMorgan Chase Bank, as administrative agent and collateral agent for the 

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banks and other financial institutions from time to time parties to the Credit Agreement, is incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 10.2 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. and the ServiceMaster 

Company, LLC filed July 2, 2014.

banks and other financial institutions from time to time parties to the Credit Agreement, is incorporated by reference 
to Exhibit 10.2 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. and the ServiceMaster 
Company, LLC filed July 2, 2014.

10.6# Employment Agreement, dated as of June 14, 2013, by and between Robert J. Gillette and ServiceMaster Global 

10.6# Employment Agreement, dated as of June 14, 2013, by and between Robert J. Gillette and ServiceMaster Global 

Holdings, Inc. is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster 

Company, filed June 18, 2013.

Holdings, Inc. is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster 
Company, filed June 18, 2013.

10.7# Amendment No. 1 to Employment Agreement, dated as of August 13, 2013, by and between Robert J. Gillette and 

10.7# Amendment No. 1 to Employment Agreement, dated as of August 13, 2013, by and between Robert J. Gillette and 

ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to the Quarterly Report on Form 10-

Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2013 of The ServiceMaster Company, filed August 14, 2013.

ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to the Quarterly Report on Form 10-
Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2013 of The ServiceMaster Company, filed August 14, 2013.

10.8# Amendment No. 2 to Employment Agreement, dated as of February 28, 2014, by and between Robert J. Gillette and 
ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.33 to the Annual Report on Form 10-

K for the year ended December 31, 2013 of The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, filed March 5, 2014.

10.8# Amendment No. 2 to Employment Agreement, dated as of February 28, 2014, by and between Robert J. Gillette and 
ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.33 to the Annual Report on Form 10-
K for the year ended December 31, 2013 of The ServiceMaster Company, LLC, filed March 5, 2014.

10.9# Severance Agreement, dated as of August 26, 2013, by and between Alan J. M. Haughie and The ServiceMaster 
Company is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster 

Company, filed August 29, 2013.

10.9# Severance Agreement, dated as of August 26, 2013, by and between Alan J. M. Haughie and The ServiceMaster 
Company is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster 
Company, filed August 29, 2013.

10.10# Amended and Restated ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Stock Incentive Plan, as amended as of October 25, 2012 

10.10# Amended and Restated ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Stock Incentive Plan, as amended as of October 25, 2012 

(the “MSIP”), is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster 

Company, filed October 26, 2012.

(the “MSIP”), is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster 
Company, filed October 26, 2012.

10.11# Form of Employee Stock Option Agreement under the MSIP is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.32 to the 

10.11# Form of Employee Stock Option Agreement under the MSIP is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.32 to the 

Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007 of The ServiceMaster Company, filed March 28, 

Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007 of The ServiceMaster Company, filed March 28, 
2008.

10.12# Form of Employee Deferred Share Unit Agreement under the MSIP is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.33 to 

10.12# Form of Employee Deferred Share Unit Agreement under the MSIP is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.33 to 

the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007 of The ServiceMaster Company, filed 

the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2007 of The ServiceMaster Company, filed 
March 28, 2008.

10.13# Form of Employee Restricted Stock Unit Agreement under the MSIP is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to 
the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2010 of The ServiceMaster Company, filed 

10.13# Form of Employee Restricted Stock Unit Agreement under the MSIP is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to 
the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2010 of The ServiceMaster Company, filed 
November 15, 2010.

2008.

March 28, 2008.

November 15, 2010.

10.14# Form of Employee Restricted Stock Unit Agreement for Robert J. Gillette is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.3 

10.14# Form of Employee Restricted Stock Unit Agreement for Robert J. Gillette is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.3 

to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster Company, filed June 18, 2013.

to the Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster Company, filed June 18, 2013.

10.15# Form of Employee Stock Option Agreement for Robert J. Gillette is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to the 

10.15# Form of Employee Stock Option Agreement for Robert J. Gillette is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to the 

Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster Company, filed June 18, 2013.

Current Report on Form 8-K of The ServiceMaster Company, filed June 18, 2013.

10.16 Form of Director Indemnification Agreement is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.71 to the Registration 

10.16 Form of Director Indemnification Agreement is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.71 to the Registration 

Statement on Form S-1 of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed June 19, 2014.

Statement on Form S-1 of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed June 19, 2014.

10.17* Schedule of Signatories to a Director Indemnification Agreement.

10.17* Schedule of Signatories to a Director Indemnification Agreement.

10.18# ServiceMaster Deferred Compensation Plan, amended and restated as of October 28, 2016, is incorporated by 

reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2016 of 

ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed October 28, 2016.

10.18# ServiceMaster Deferred Compensation Plan, amended and restated as of October 28, 2016, is incorporated by 
reference to Exhibit 10.2 to the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 2016 of 
ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed October 28, 2016.

10.19 ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Directors’ Deferred Compensation Plan is incorporated by reference to 

10.19 ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Directors’ Deferred Compensation Plan is incorporated by reference to 

Exhibit 10.79 to the Registration Statement on Form S-1 of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed June 16, 2014.

Exhibit 10.79 to the Registration Statement on Form S-1 of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed June 16, 2014.

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10.20# ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Executive Annual Bonus Plan is incorporated by reference to Annex A to the 

definitive Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A of ServiceMaster Global Holdings,  Inc., filed March 20, 2015 (the 
“2015 Proxy Statement”).

10.21# Amended and Restated ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. 2014 Omnibus Incentive Plan (the “Omnibus Plan”) is 

incorporated by reference to Annex B to the 2015 Proxy Statement.

10.22# ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Employee Stock Purchase Plan is incorporated by reference to Annex C to the 

2015 Proxy Statement.

10.23# Form of Employee Stock Option Agreement under the Omnibus Plan for awards granted between July 1, 2014 and 

February 23, 2015 is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.77 to the Registration Statement on Form S-1 of 
ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed June 16, 2014.

10.24# Form of Employee Stock Option Agreement under the Omnibus Plan for awards granted between February 24, 2015 
and February 21, 2016 is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.70 to the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year 
ended December 31, 2014 of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. and the ServiceMaster Company, LLC, filed 
March 2, 2015.

10.25# Form of Employee Stock Option Agreement under the Omnibus Plan for awards granted on or after February 22, 

2016 is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 
31, 2016 of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed May 5, 2016.

10.26# Form of Employee Restricted Stock Unit Agreement under the Omnibus Plan for awards granted between July 1, 

2014 and February 23, 2015 is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.78 to the Registration Statement on Form S-1
of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed June 16, 2014.

10.27# Form of Employee Restricted Stock Unit Agreement under the Omnibus Plan for awards granted between 

February 24, 2015 and February 21, 2016 is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.71 to the Annual Report on 
Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2014 of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. and the ServiceMaster 
Company, LLC, filed March 2, 2015.

10.28# Form of Employee Restricted Stock Unit Agreement under the Omnibus Plan for awards granted on or after 

February 22, 2016 is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.5 to the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter 
ended March 31, 2016 of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed May 5, 2016.

10.29# Form of Performance Share Agreement under the Omnibus Plan for awards granted on February 22, 2016 is 

incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.6 to the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2016 
of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed May 5, 2016.

10.30#*Form of Performance Share Agreement under the Omnibus Plan for awards granted on or after February 20, 2017.

10.31 Form of Director Restricted Stock Agreement under the Omnibus Plan is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.7 to 

the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2016 of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., 
filed May 5, 2016. 

10.32# Separation and Consulting Agreement with Mark J. Barry, dated March 24, 2016, is incorporated by reference to 

Exhibit 10.8 to the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2016 of ServiceMaster Global 
Holdings, Inc., filed May 5, 2016.

10.33#*Employment Offer Letter dated December 14, 2016, between the Company and Anthony DiLucente related to his 

appointment as incoming Chief Financial Officer of the Company.

10.34 Plea Agreement entered into on January 20, 2017 by The Terminix International Company Limited Partnership and 

Terminix International USVI, LLC is incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K of 
ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., filed January 23, 2017.

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12* Statement regarding Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges as of December 31, 2016.

12* Statement regarding Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges as of December 31, 2016.

21* List of Subsidiaries as of December 31, 2016.

21* List of Subsidiaries as of December 31, 2016.

23* Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP.

23* Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP.

31.1* Certification of Chief Executive Officer of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Pursuant to Rule 13a — 14, as 

31.1* Certification of Chief Executive Officer of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Pursuant to Rule 13a — 14, as 

adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

31.2* Certification of Chief Financial Officer of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Pursuant to Rule 13a — 14, as 

31.2* Certification of Chief Financial Officer of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Pursuant to Rule 13a — 14, as 

adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

32.1* Certification of Chief Executive Officer of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Pursuant to Section 1350 of Chapter 
63 of Title 18 of the United States Code, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

32.1* Certification of Chief Executive Officer of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Pursuant to Section 1350 of Chapter 
63 of Title 18 of the United States Code, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

32.2* Certification of Chief Financial Officer of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Pursuant to Section 1350 of Chapter 
63 of Title 18 of the United States Code, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

32.2* Certification of Chief Financial Officer of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc. Pursuant to Section 1350 of Chapter 
63 of Title 18 of the United States Code, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.

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*  Filed herewith.

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RATIO OF EARNINGS TO FIXED CHARGES

Our consolidated ratio of earnings to fixed charges is as follows:

Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges

2016
2.58

Years Ended December 31,
2014
1.38

2013
1.35

2015
2.62

2012
(a)

(a)

For purposes of the ratio calculation, the deficiency in our earnings to achieve a one-to-one ratio of earnings to fixed charges
for the year ended December 31, 2012 was $26 million. For purposes of calculating our ratio of earnings to fixed charges for 
the year ended December 31, 2012, fixed charges were $245 million.

Exhibit 12

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Exhibit 31.1

Exhibit 31.1

I, Robert J. Gillette, certify that:

I, Robert J. Gillette, certify that:

1. I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc.;

1. I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc.;

CERTIFICATIONS

CERTIFICATIONS

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact 

necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with 

respect to the period covered by this report;

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact 
necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with 
respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all 
material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in 

this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all 
material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in 
this report;

4. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as 
defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act 

4. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as 
defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act 
Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

(a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our 
supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us 

by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

(a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our 
supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us 
by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

(b) Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed 
under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial 

statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

(b) Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed 
under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial 
statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

(c) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about 
the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; 

(c) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about 
the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; 
and

and

(d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s 
most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is 

reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

(d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s 
most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is 
reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial 

reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the 

equivalent functions):

5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial 
reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the 
equivalent functions):

(a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which 
are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

(a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which 
are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

(b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s 

(b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s 
internal control over financial reporting.

Date: February 24, 2017

/s/ Robert J. Gillette

Robert J. Gillette

Chief Executive Officer

/s/ Robert J. Gillette
Robert J. Gillette
Chief Executive Officer

internal control over financial reporting.

Date: February 24, 2017

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Exhibit 31.2

I, Alan J. M. Haughie, certify that:

1. I have reviewed this Annual Report on Form 10-K of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc.;

CERTIFICATIONS

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact 
necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with 
respect to the period covered by this report;

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all 
material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in 
this report;

4. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as 
defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)) and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act 
Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

(a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our 
supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us 
by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

(b) Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed 
under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial 
statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

(c) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about 
the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; 
and

(d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s 
most recent fiscal quarter (the registrant’s fourth fiscal quarter in the case of an annual report) that has materially affected, or is 
reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial 
reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the 
equivalent functions):

(a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which 
are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

(b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s 
internal control over financial reporting.

Date: February 24, 2017

/s/ Alan J. M. Haughie
Alan J. M. Haughie
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

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Certification of Chief Executive Officer

Certification of Chief Executive Officer

Pursuant to Section 1350 of Chapter 63 of Title 18 of The United States Code

Pursuant to Section 1350 of Chapter 63 of Title 18 of The United States Code

Exhibit 32.1

Exhibit 32.1

I, Robert J. Gillette, the Chief Executive Officer of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., certify that (i) the Annual Report on

Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016, fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934 and (ii) the information contained in such Annual Report on Form 10-K fairly presents, in all material respects,

the financial condition and results of operations of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc.

I, Robert J. Gillette, the Chief Executive Officer of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., certify that (i) the Annual Report on 
Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016, fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or 15(d) of the Securities 
Exchange Act of 1934 and (ii) the information contained in such Annual Report on Form 10-K fairly presents, in all material respects, 
the financial condition and results of operations of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc.

/s/ Robert J. Gillette

Robert J. Gillette

February 24, 2017

/s/ Robert J. Gillette
Robert J. Gillette
February 24, 2017

Certification of Chief Financial Officer

Certification of Chief Financial Officer

Pursuant to Section 1350 of Chapter 63 of Title 18 of The United States Code

Pursuant to Section 1350 of Chapter 63 of Title 18 of The United States Code

Exhibit 32.2

Exhibit 32.2

I, Alan J. M. Haughie, the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., certify that 
(i) the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016, fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or
15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and (ii) the information contained in such Annual Report on Form 10-K fairly presents,

in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc.

I, Alan J. M. Haughie, the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc., certify that 
(i) the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016, fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or
15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and (ii) the information contained in such Annual Report on Form 10-K fairly presents,
in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of ServiceMaster Global Holdings, Inc.

/s/ Alan J. M. Haughie

Alan J. M. Haughie

February 24, 2017

/s/ Alan J. M. Haughie
Alan J. M. Haughie
February 24, 2017

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Stockholder & SEC Information

Stockholder Information

Corporate Offices
860 Ridge Lake Blvd.
Memphis, TN 38120
901 597 1400

Corporate Website
servicemaster.com

Annual Meeting Details
April 25, 2017, 1 p.m. (US-MST)
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Spa at Gainey Ranch
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Scottsdale, AZ  85258

Investor Relations
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Vice President, Investor Relations
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Memphis, TN 38120
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Common Stock
Ticker Symbol - SERV
Listed New York Stock Exchange

Independent Registered Public
Accounting Firm
Deloitte & Touche LLP
Memphis, TN

SEC Reports

ServiceMaster maintains a website at www.servicemaster.com, which includes a hyperlink to a website maintained 
by a third party where ServiceMaster’s Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current 
Reports on Form 8-K, and all amendments to those reports are available without change as soon as reasonably 
practicable following the time that they are filed with or furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission. 
Copies can also be obtained at the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Public Reference Room at 100 F Street, 
N.E., Room 1580, Washington D.C. 20549. In addition, the Securities and Exchange Commission maintains a website 
at www.sec.gov, from which interested persons can also access our reports electronically. 

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