Pest Control Permit Requirements in Columbus, OH

Complete permit and license guide for starting a pest control in Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio.

$400 -- $1200 6–10 weeks to obtain all licenses and pass required exams 6 requirements

Not legal advice. Requirements may change — always verify with your local government authority before applying. Last verified: .

Columbus / Franklin County Requirements

2 requirements
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Columbus — General Business License

Columbus requires all businesses operating within city limits to obtain a general business license from the city. Pest control companies must renew annually and may be subject to additional zoning review.

$50–$200/year1–3 weeks
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Ohio Department of Agriculture — Commercial Pesticide Applicator License

Ohio requires commercial pesticide applicators to be licensed by the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Pest control businesses must be registered. Categories include general pest control, termites, and public health pests.

$30 exam fee; $100 business registration4–8 weeks (exam scheduling and processing)
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Ohio State Requirements

2 requirements
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Ohio — Commercial Pesticide Applicator License

Ohio requires commercial pesticide applicators to be licensed by the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Pest control businesses must be registered. Categories include general pest control, termites, and public health pests.

$30 exam fee; $100 business registration4–8 weeks
Official government source
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Ohio — Sales Tax / Business Registration

Ohio does not impose sales tax on pest control services. Verify with Ohio Department of Taxation.

No fee1–2 weeks
Official government source

Federal Requirements

2 requirements
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EIN (Employer Identification Number)

Required if you have employees or operate as an LLC or corporation. Free from the IRS.

FreeImmediate (online application)
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EPA Federal Pesticide Requirements

Federal law (FIFRA) requires all pesticide applicators to use only EPA-registered products and follow label instructions. Commercial applicators must maintain application records for at least 2 years.

No federal feeOngoing compliance
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