FAQ

• How do I report pesticide misuse?
• How do I inform KDA that I will be applying a soil fumigant?
• Do I need a Kansas Pesticide Business License?
• If I've been injured or my property has been damaged by exposure to a pesticide or fertilizer, is there a time limit for me to file a civil action?
• Can I catch and remove a pest from someone else's property?
• Can I apply a pesticide to someone else's property if I don't charge anything?
• What do you mean by "engaged otherwise in commercial pesticide business activities"?
• To inspect homes for damage due to termites or other wood destroying insects, do I need a pesticide business license or commercial pesticide applicator certification?

  As of July 1, 2007, Kansas Law does require home inspectors to be certified commercial pesticide applicators in category 7A but home inspection businesses do not need a pesticide business license.  However, if  treatment is offered at the time of the inspection or during the communication of the inspection results, then a pesticide business license is also needed.

  You may check Commercial Certified Pesticide Applicators to see if your home inspector is on our our list.. 

  If you believe a home inspection was performed by someone without the proper commercial pesticide applicator certification, please notify the  Kansas Attorney General's Consumer Protections Division.

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