How to get a Pest Control license in North Carolina
The full North Carolina pest control licensing path — experience hours, required exam, fees, and where to apply. Verified 5/26/2026.
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License details
Structural Pest Control Licensee
Verified 5/26/2026
Experience required
1 year + 800 hours experience
Required exam
Phases I-III exam (NCDA&CS)
Licensing authority
Notes & fees
Phases: I (fumigation), II (WDO), III (household pest).
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a pest control license in North Carolina?
You need 1 year + 800 hours experience. Then pass the Phases I-III exam administered by NCDA&CS. Applications go through the NC Department of Agriculture - Structural Pest Control Division.
What exam do I need to pass?
Phases I-III exam — administered by NCDA&CS.
How much experience do I need?
1 year + 800 hours experience
What about fees, insurance, and continuing education?
Phases: I (fumigation), II (WDO), III (household pest).
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