South Dakota pest control license lookup: how to check and get a license
South Dakota pest control license lookup: who issues exterminator licenses (South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (pesticide program)), how to check one online, the license types, and 16 exterminating and pest control services by county.
Do exterminators need a license in South Dakota?
| Who licenses them | South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (pesticide program) |
|---|---|
| License types | Commercial Pesticide Applicator License |
| When a license is required | License required for anyone applying pesticides for hire |
Anyone applying pesticides for hire in South Dakota, including pest control companies, must hold a commercial pesticide applicator license from DANR. You can search licensed commercial applicators online.
How do you look up an exterminator's license in South Dakota?
- Ask the exterminator for the license number and the exact business name on the license.
- Open the South Dakota pest control license lookup run by South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (pesticide program).
- 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 South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (pesticide program).
What pest control licenses does South Dakota issue?
- Commercial Pesticide Applicator License
How do you get a pest control license in South Dakota?
Licenses are issued by the South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (pesticide program). Requirements such as experience, exams, insurance and fees change, so read the current rules on the official South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (pesticide program) source before you apply. Already licensed? List your business on Expert Helper to get matched with customers.
How many exterminators are there in South Dakota?
The Census Bureau counted 16 exterminating and pest control services with employees in South Dakota in 2023. The counties with the most:
| Minnehaha County | 6 |
|---|---|
| Lincoln County | 6 |
| Pennington County | 4 |
What do South Dakota homes mean for pest control work?
The median home in South Dakota was built in 1979, 31% of households rent and 71% of homes are single-family houses. 47% of homes heat with utility gas and 33% with electricity, and 1% with fuel oil.
How do you choose an exterminator in South 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: South Dakota licensing agency (linked above); US Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 and ACS 2023 5-year estimates.