North Dakota pest control license lookup: how to check and get a license
North Dakota pest control license lookup: who issues exterminator licenses (North Dakota Department of Agriculture (regulation) and NDSU Extension Pesticide Certification and Training Program (certification)), how to check one online, the license types, and 8 exterminating and pest control services by county.
Do exterminators need a license in North Dakota?
| Who licenses them | North Dakota Department of Agriculture (regulation) and NDSU Extension Pesticide Certification and Training Program (certification) |
|---|---|
| License types | Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification |
| When a license is required | Certification required for anyone applying pesticides for hire |
Under NDCC 4.1-33, anyone applying pesticides for hire must be a certified commercial applicator. The state may classify certificates into categories such as pest control operators. Commercial applicators must show $100,000 in financial responsibility, such as liability insurance or a bond. We did not confirm the exact name of the structural pest category.
How do you look up an exterminator's license in North Dakota?
- Ask the exterminator for the license number and the exact business name on the license.
- Open the North Dakota pest control license lookup run by North Dakota Department of Agriculture (regulation) and NDSU Extension Pesticide Certification and Training Program (certification).
- 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 North Dakota Department of Agriculture (regulation) and NDSU Extension Pesticide Certification and Training Program (certification).
What pest control licenses does North Dakota issue?
- Commercial Pesticide Applicator Certification
How do you get a pest control license in North Dakota?
Licenses are issued by the North Dakota Department of Agriculture (regulation) and NDSU Extension Pesticide Certification and Training Program (certification). Requirements such as experience, exams, insurance and fees change, so read the current rules on the official North Dakota Department of Agriculture (regulation) and NDSU Extension Pesticide Certification and Training Program (certification) source before you apply. Already licensed? List your business on Expert Helper to get matched with customers.
How many exterminators are there in North Dakota?
The Census Bureau counted 8 exterminating and pest control services with employees in North Dakota in 2023. The counties with the most:
| Cass County | 5 |
|---|---|
| Williams County | 3 |
What do North Dakota homes mean for pest control work?
The median home in North Dakota was built in 1981, 37% of households rent and 63% of homes are single-family houses. 41% of homes heat with utility gas and 40% with electricity, and 2% with fuel oil.
How do you choose an exterminator in North Dakota?
- 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: North Dakota licensing agency (linked above); US Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 and ACS 2023 5-year estimates.