Idaho pest control license lookup: how to check and get a license
Idaho pest control license lookup: who issues exterminator licenses (ISDA), how to check one online, the license types, and 93 exterminating and pest control services by county.
Do exterminators need a license in Idaho?
| Who licenses them | Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA), Pesticide Applicator Licensing |
|---|---|
| License types | Professional Applicator, Commercial Apprentice, Pesticide Dealer |
| When a license is required | Unknown |
ISDA issues pesticide applicator licenses by exam; Professional and Apprentice licensees must keep active general liability insurance on file, and Professional licenses run five years with 40 recertification credits. ISDA's guide does not spell out which license a for-hire pest control company needs, so confirm with ISDA at (208) 332-8600.
How do you look up an exterminator's license in Idaho?
- Ask the exterminator for the license number and the exact business name on the license.
- Open the Idaho pest control license lookup run by ISDA.
- 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 ISDA.
What pest control licenses does Idaho issue?
- Professional Applicator
- Commercial Apprentice
- Pesticide Dealer
How do you get a pest control license in Idaho?
Licenses are issued by the Idaho State Department of Agriculture (ISDA), Pesticide Applicator Licensing. Requirements such as experience, exams, insurance and fees change, so read the current rules on the official ISDA source before you apply. Already licensed? List your business on Expert Helper to get matched with customers.
How many exterminators are there in Idaho?
The Census Bureau counted 93 exterminating and pest control services with employees in Idaho in 2023. The counties with the most:
| Ada County | 34 |
|---|---|
| Kootenai County | 18 |
| Canyon County | 15 |
| Bonneville County | 9 |
| Franklin County | 4 |
| Bannock County | 4 |
| Twin Falls County | 3 |
| Nez Perce County | 3 |
What do Idaho homes mean for pest control work?
The median home in Idaho was built in 1990, 28% of households rent and 77% of homes are single-family houses. 51% of homes heat with utility gas and 35% with electricity, and 1% with fuel oil.
How do you choose an exterminator in Idaho?
- 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: Idaho licensing agency (linked above); US Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 and ACS 2023 5-year estimates.