Maine pest control license lookup: how to check and get a license
Maine pest control license lookup: who issues exterminator licenses (Maine Board of Pesticides Control (Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry)), how to check one online, the license types, and 43 exterminating and pest control services by county.
Do exterminators need a license in Maine?
| Who licenses them | Maine Board of Pesticides Control (Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry) |
|---|---|
| License types | Commercial Applicator - Master, Commercial Applicator - Operator |
Anyone applying pesticides for pay, including home pest control and lawn care, needs a commercial applicator license, and each company must have at least one licensed master applicator. No public online lookup was found; contact the Board of Pesticides Control to verify.
How do you look up an exterminator's license in Maine?
- Ask the exterminator for the license number and the exact business name on the license.
- Open the official Maine Board of Pesticides Control (Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry) license search run by Maine Board of Pesticides Control (Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry).
- 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 Maine Board of Pesticides Control (Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry).
What pest control licenses does Maine issue?
- Commercial Applicator - Master
- Commercial Applicator - Operator
How do you get a pest control license in Maine?
Licenses are issued by the Maine Board of Pesticides Control (Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry). Requirements such as experience, exams, insurance and fees change, so read the current rules on the official Maine Board of Pesticides Control (Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry) source before you apply. Already licensed? List your business on Expert Helper to get matched with customers.
How many exterminators are there in Maine?
The Census Bureau counted 43 exterminating and pest control services with employees in Maine in 2023. The counties with the most:
| Cumberland County | 18 |
|---|---|
| York County | 11 |
| Penobscot County | 8 |
| Kennebec County | 3 |
| Androscoggin County | 3 |
What do Maine homes mean for pest control work?
The median home in Maine was built in 1976, 26% of households rent and 73% of homes are single-family houses. 8% of homes heat with utility gas and 10% with electricity, and 57% with fuel oil.
How do you choose an exterminator in Maine?
- 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: Maine licensing agency (linked above); US Census Bureau County Business Patterns 2023 and ACS 2023 5-year estimates.