What specific pesticide codes and regulations must a Clear Pest Pros franchisee comply with?
Clear_Pest_Pros Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
There are specific regulations pertaining to this industry and you must comply with all local and state pesticide codes and regulations and all Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") and other environmental regulations pertaining to the marketing, use, disposal, and storage of pesticides. You may be required by local and state authorities to obtain certain permits, registrations, certifications, or licenses to operate your Clear Pest Pros Business. You should consult with local agencies and/or your attorney. You must obtain all required licenses and permits and ensure that your employees and others providing pest elimination and control services to customers on behalf of your Clear Pest Pros Business have all required licenses and permits. The failure to maintain the proper licensing and permits is a material breach of the Franchise Agreement.
You must also comply with all local, state and federal laws and regulations that apply to the operation of your Clear Pest Pros Business, including, among others, business operations, land use, insurance, discrimination, employment and workplace safety laws. Your advertising of the Clear Pest Pros Business is regulated by the Federal Trade Commission. There may be federal, state and local laws which affect your Clear Pest Pros Business in addition to those listed here.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 11–17)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Clear Pest Pros FDD, franchisees must adhere to specific regulations within the pest control industry. This includes compliance with all local and state pesticide codes and regulations, as well as all Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and other environmental regulations. These regulations pertain to the marketing, use, disposal, and storage of pesticides.
Furthermore, Clear Pest Pros franchisees may be required to obtain specific permits, registrations, certifications, or licenses from local and state authorities to legally operate their Clear Pest Pros Business. The FDD emphasizes the importance of consulting with local agencies and/or an attorney to ensure full compliance. It is the franchisee's responsibility to obtain and maintain all required licenses and permits, and to ensure that their employees also possess the necessary credentials for providing pest elimination and control services.
Failure to maintain proper licensing and permits constitutes a material breach of the Clear Pest Pros Franchise Agreement, which could lead to penalties or termination of the agreement. Additionally, franchisees must comply with all other applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations related to business operations, land use, insurance, discrimination, employment, and workplace safety. Advertising for the Clear Pest Pros Business is also regulated by the Federal Trade Commission.