Hawaii pest control license lookup: how to check and get a license
Hawaii pest control license lookup: who issues exterminator licenses (DCCA), how to check one online, the license types, and 59 exterminating and pest control services by county.
Do exterminators need a license in Hawaii?
| Who licenses them | Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA), Pest Control Board; applicator certification by the Hawaii Department of Agriculture |
|---|---|
| License types | Pest Control Operator (Branch 1 Fumigation, Branch 2 General Pest, Branch 3 Termite), Pest Control Field Representative, Commercial Applicator (Dept. of Agriculture) |
Pest control companies must employ a responsible managing employee holding a Pest Control Operator license in the right branch (fumigation, general pest or termite), and operators must also hold Department of Agriculture commercial applicator certification. Liability and workers' compensation insurance must be on file before licensure.
How do you look up an exterminator's license in Hawaii?
- Ask the exterminator for the license number and the exact business name on the license.
- Open the Hawaii pest control license lookup run by DCCA.
- Search by license number first. A name search can return several people or companies with similar names.
- Check that the status is active or current, that the license type covers your job, and that the name matches the company on your contract.
- If something doesn't match, ask the exterminator about it before you sign or pay a deposit, or contact DCCA.
What pest control licenses does Hawaii issue?
- Pest Control Operator (Branch 1 Fumigation, Branch 2 General Pest, Branch 3 Termite)
- Pest Control Field Representative
- Commercial Applicator (Dept. of Agriculture)
How do you get a pest control license in Hawaii?
Licenses are issued by the Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA), Pest Control Board; applicator certification by the Hawaii Department of Agriculture. Requirements such as experience, exams, insurance and fees change, so read the current rules on the official DCCA source before you apply. Already licensed? List your business on Expert Helper to get matched with customers.
How many exterminators are there in Hawaii?
The Census Bureau counted 59 exterminating and pest control services with employees in Hawaii in 2023. The counties with the most:
| Honolulu County | 33 |
|---|---|
| Hawaii County | 15 |
| Maui County | 7 |
| Kauai County | 4 |
What do Hawaii homes mean for pest control work?
The median home in Hawaii was built in 1979, 37% of households rent and 63% of homes are single-family houses. 3% of homes heat with utility gas and 41% with electricity.
How do you choose an exterminator in Hawaii?
- Ask for the business registration and the applicator's state certification number, and check them with the state agency.
- Ask what product they'll use and where, and what you need to do before and after (pets, kids, food, laundry for bed bugs).
- Prefer companies that inspect and seal entry points (integrated pest management) over ones that only spray.
- For bed bugs, ask how many visits are included and whether a follow-up inspection is part of the price.
- Get the guarantee in writing: what happens if the pests come back within 30 or 90 days.
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Sources: Hawaii licensing agency (linked above); US Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 and ACS 2023 5-year estimates.