Arizona pest control license lookup: how to check and get a license
Arizona pest control license lookup: who issues exterminator licenses (PMD), how to check one online, the license types, and 561 exterminating and pest control services by county.
Do exterminators need a license in Arizona?
| Who licenses them | Arizona Department of Agriculture, Pest Management Division (PMD) |
|---|---|
| License types | Pest Management Business License, Qualifying Party, Certified Applicator |
| When a license is required | Business license required for anyone in the business of pest management |
Pest control companies need a PMD business license, a registered qualifying party, and at least $500,000 in financial security (insurance or bond), plus another $100,000 if they do termite treatments or wood-destroying-insect inspection reports (A.R.S. 3-3615). Look up both the company and the individual applicator.
How do you look up an exterminator's license in Arizona?
- Ask the exterminator for the license number and the exact business name on the license.
- Open the Arizona pest control license lookup run by PMD.
- 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 PMD.
What pest control licenses does Arizona issue?
- Pest Management Business License
- Qualifying Party
- Certified Applicator
How do you get a pest control license in Arizona?
Licenses are issued by the Arizona Department of Agriculture, Pest Management Division (PMD). Requirements such as experience, exams, insurance and fees change, so read the current rules on the official PMD source before you apply. Already licensed? List your business on Expert Helper to get matched with customers.
Which Arizona city is the job in?
How many exterminators are there in Arizona?
The Census Bureau counted 561 exterminating and pest control services with employees in Arizona in 2023. The counties with the most:
| Maricopa County | 369 |
|---|---|
| Pima County | 70 |
| Pinal County | 33 |
| Yavapai County | 27 |
| Mohave County | 20 |
| Yuma County | 14 |
| Navajo County | 7 |
| Cochise County | 7 |
What do Arizona homes mean for pest control work?
The median home in Arizona was built in 1992, 33% of households rent and 69% of homes are single-family houses. 33% of homes heat with utility gas and 60% with electricity.
How do you choose an exterminator in Arizona?
- 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: Arizona licensing agency (linked above); US Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 and ACS 2023 5-year estimates.