Hazardous Waste Disposal for Pest Control Companies

Comprehensive Hazardous Waste Management Services for Pest Management Professionals & Extermination Companies Nationwide

Pest control companies and pest management professionals generate hazardous waste from pesticide applications, equipment maintenance, vehicle operations, and service activities. From expired pesticides and contaminated equipment to tank rinsate and vehicle maintenance waste, proper disposal is required for regulatory compliance, technician safety, and professional service standards. Hazardous Waste Disposal provides expert waste management services tailored to the pest control industry.

Call (800) 582-4833 for pest control company waste services or email info@hazardouswastedisposal.com

Understanding Pest Control Industry Hazardous Waste

Pest management professionals use various pesticides and equipment to protect homes, businesses, and public health from pest infestations. Proper waste management is essential for regulatory compliance, technician safety, environmental protection, and maintaining professional standards in the industry.

Why Pest Control Waste Management Matters:

• EPA and state pesticide regulations (FIFRA)

• RCRA hazardous waste regulations

• DOT transportation requirements

• Technician health and safety

• Public health protection

• Environmental stewardship

• Professional licensing requirements

• Insurance requirements

• Liability protection

• Company reputation

• Customer confidence

• Industry certification standards

• Worker Protection Standard compliance

Common Pest Control Company Waste Streams:

• Pesticides (insecticides, rodenticides, termiticides)

• Expired or recalled pesticide products

• Tank rinsate and wash water

• Contaminated equipment and containers

• Empty pesticide containers

• Vehicle maintenance waste (service vehicles)

• Fuel and oil waste

• Equipment cleaning materials

• Contaminated PPE and materials

• Universal waste (batteries, lamps)

• Aerosol products (expired or damaged)

• Baits and traps (contaminated)

Types of Pest Control Operations We Serve

General Pest Control Companies

Residential and commercial service:

• Residential pest control

• Commercial pest management

• Preventive maintenance programs

• One-time treatments

• Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Pests controlled:

• Ants (carpenter, fire, pharaoh, odorous house, etc.)

• Cockroaches (German, American, Oriental, etc.)

• Spiders and scorpions

• Flies and gnats

• Wasps and hornets

• Silverfish and firebrats

• Occasional invaders

Waste generated:

• General use insecticides

• Liquid and granular formulations

• Aerosol products

• Baits and gels

• Tank rinsate

• Equipment cleaning waste

• Vehicle maintenance waste

• Contaminated materials

Typical volumes:

• Small company (1-3 technicians): 50-200 gallons/year

• Medium company (4-10 technicians): 200-1,000 gallons/year

• Large company (10+ technicians): 1,000-5,000+ gallons/year

Termite Control Specialists

Termite treatment and prevention:

• Subterranean termite control

• Drywood termite control

• Pre-construction treatments

• Post-construction treatments

• Baiting systems

• Fumigation (specialized)

Termiticides used:

• Liquid termiticides (non-repellent and repellent)

• Fipronil products

• Imidacloprid products

• Chlorfenapyr products

• Borate treatments

• Baiting systems

Waste generated:

• Expired termiticides (large containers)

• Tank rinsate (significant volumes)

• Equipment cleaning waste

• Contaminated drill water

• Drilling equipment waste

• Empty termiticide containers

High volume waste generation during treatment season

Rodent Control Services

Rodent management:

• Commercial rodent control

• Residential rodent service

• Bait stations and monitoring

• Exclusion services

• Warehouse and food facilities

Rodenticides used:

• Anticoagulants (warfarin, bromadiolone, brodifacoum, etc.)

• Non-anticoagulants (bromethalin, cholecalciferol)

• Various bait formulations

Waste generated:

• Expired rodenticide baits

• Contaminated bait stations

• Damaged products

• Dead rodents (with bait - biohazard coordination)

• Equipment cleaning waste

Wildlife Control & Removal

Nuisance wildlife management:

• Raccoon removal

• Squirrel control

• Bat exclusion

• Bird control

• Opossum and skunk removal

Materials used:

• Repellents

• Exclusion materials

• Trapping supplies

• Bird control products

Waste generated:

• Expired repellents

• Contaminated equipment

• Cleaning materials

• Generally lower pesticide use

Lawn Care & Perimeter Pest Control

Outdoor applications:

• Lawn pest control

• Perimeter treatments

• Mosquito control

• Tick control

• Fire ant control

Products used:

• Granular insecticides

• Liquid perimeter treatments

• Mosquito adulticides

• Fire ant baits

• Fungicides (if lawn care)

• Herbicides (if lawn care)

Waste generated:

• Expired products

• Tank rinsate

• Equipment cleaning waste

• Granular applicator cleanout

Fumigation Companies

Structural fumigation:

• Whole-house fumigation

• Container fumigation

• Commodity fumigation

• Specialty fumigation

Fumigants used:

• Sulfuryl fluoride (Vikane)

• Methyl bromide (restricted use)

• Phosphine (aluminum phosphide)

Waste generated:

• Fumigant cylinders (specialized disposal)

• Contaminated equipment

• Detector tube waste

• Very specialized - often manufacturer take-back

Commercial/Industrial Pest Control

Specialized facilities:

• Food processing plants

• Warehouses and distribution

• Healthcare facilities

• Restaurants and hospitality

• Schools and institutions

• Government facilities

Higher standards and documentation:

• Audit trail required

• Food safety compliance

• Third-party certification (AIB, SQF, etc.)

• More stringent waste management

Waste similar to general pest control but higher volumes

Common Pest Control Waste Materials

Insecticides

Active ingredients commonly used:

Pyrethroids:

• Bifenthrin

• Cypermethrin

• Deltamethrin

• Lambda-cyhalothrin

• Permethrin

• Most common general use insecticides

Neonicotinoids:

• Imidacloprid

• Dinotefuran

• Clothianidin

• Thiamethoxam

Insect Growth Regulators (IGRs):

• Hydroprene

• Methoprene

• Pyriproxyfen

• Prevent reproduction

Other Insecticides:

• Fipronil (termites, ants, roaches)

• Chlorfenapyr

• Indoxacarb

• Boric acid products

• Diatomaceous earth (not hazardous)

Formulations:

• Liquid concentrates (emulsifiable, suspension)

• Wettable powders

• Dusts

• Granules

• Aerosols

• Gels and baits

• Ready-to-use products

Becomes waste:

• Expired products (shelf life)

• Recalled products (EPA recalls)

• Damaged containers

• Wrong products ordered

• Discontinued products

• Reformulations (resistance)

• Tank mix remnants

• Excess mixed spray

Rodenticides

Anticoagulant rodenticides:

• First generation (warfarin, chlorophacinone)

• Second generation (brodifacoum, bromadiolone, difethialone)

• Cause internal bleeding

• Multiple feed required (first gen) or single feed (second gen)

Non-anticoagulant rodenticides:

• Bromethalin (neurotoxin)

• Cholecalciferol (vitamin D3)

• Zinc phosphide

Characteristics:

• Extremely toxic (many are RUP)

• Acute hazard (P-listed waste in some cases)

• Require careful handling

• Secondary poisoning concerns

• Strict disposal requirements

Becomes waste:

• Expired baits

• Damaged bait stations with bait

• Contaminated products

• Recalled products

Termiticides

Liquid termiticides:

• Non-repellent (fipronil, imidacloprid, chlorfenapyr)

• Repellent (bifenthrin, permethrin)

• Applied at high volume (4 gallons per 10 linear feet)

Borate treatments:

• Wood treatments

• Less hazardous

Baiting systems:

• Various active ingredients

• Station-based systems

Waste volume:

• Large containers (30-gallon, 55-gallon)

• Significant tank rinsate

• Equipment flushing volumes

• Major waste stream for termite companies

Tank Rinsate & Wash Water

From spray equipment:

• Tank rinsate (triple-rinsing)

• Equipment wash water

• Hose and line flushing

• Vehicle and equipment cleaning

Characteristics:

• Dilute pesticide solutions

• Still considered hazardous waste

• Can be significant volume

• Proper disposal required

• Cannot discharge to sewer or ground

Management challenges:

• Volume can be substantial

• Storage requirements

• Accumulation at service center

• Regular disposal needed

Empty Pesticide Containers

After use:

Triple-Rinsed Containers:

• Plastic and metal containers properly rinsed

• Can be recycled in some states

• Not hazardous waste if properly rinsed

• Required by label

Non-Rinsed Containers:

• Contain pesticide residues

• Are hazardous waste

• Require proper disposal

• Cannot be discarded in trash

Aerosol Cans:

• Pressurized containers

• Universal waste in some states

• Special handling required

• Puncturing programs available

Vehicle Maintenance Waste

From service vehicle fleet:

Petroleum Products:

• Used motor oil

• Transmission fluid

• Brake fluid

• Antifreeze/coolant

• Diesel and gasoline

• Grease

Other Materials:

• Oil filters

• Air filters

• Batteries

• Tires (separate disposal)

• Contaminated materials

Recycling opportunities:

• Used oil - often FREE

• Batteries - often FREE

• Significant savings for companies with fleets

Equipment Cleaning Materials

Contaminated materials:

• Spray tank cleaning materials

• Equipment cleaning rags

• Contaminated PPE

• Absorbents from spills

• Shop towels

• Application equipment waste

Universal Waste

At service centers and offices:

• Fluorescent lamps

• Batteries (equipment, vehicles, tools)

• Electronics (computers, tablets, phones)

• Mercury devices (older equipment)

Fumigation-Specific Waste

For fumigation companies:

• Empty fumigant cylinders (manufacturer return)

• Detector tubes

• Monitoring equipment

• Contaminated tarps and materials

• Specialized disposal often required

Pest Control Waste Regulations

EPA FIFRA (Pesticide Regulations)

Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act:

• Pesticide registration and labeling

• Restricted Use Pesticides (RUP) - many pest control products

• Commercial applicator licensing required

• Label compliance is federal law

• Storage requirements

• Disposal according to label

• Container rinsing requirements

• Record keeping requirements

Certified applicators must comply

EPA RCRA (Hazardous Waste)

Waste classification:

• Unused pesticides are hazardous waste

• Triple-rinsed containers not hazardous

• Non-rinsed containers hazardous

• Tank rinsate is hazardous waste

• Some rodenticides are acutely hazardous (P-listed)

Generator status:

• Most pest control companies are VSQG (<100 kg/month)

• Larger companies may be SQG (100-1,000 kg/month)

• Rarely LQG

• Track monthly generation

• Requirements vary by status

Accumulation requirements:

• VSQG: 1,000 kg maximum on-site

• SQG: 180-day limit

• Proper labeling and dating

• Storage requirements

DOT Hazardous Materials Regulations

Transportation requirements:

• Pesticides are DOT hazardous materials

• Proper packaging required

• Labeling and placarding

• Shipping papers

• Training required

• Emergency response information

Applies to:

• Transporting product to jobs

• Transporting waste to disposal

• Service vehicle operations

State Pesticide Regulations

State-specific requirements:

• State lead agencies (usually Dept of Agriculture)

• Additional restrictions beyond federal

• Commercial applicator licensing

• Business licensing

• Insurance requirements

• Record keeping and reporting

• Container management

• Storage facility inspections

• Waste disposal requirements

Examples:

• California - very comprehensive (DPR)

• Florida - strict licensing

• Texas - Department of Agriculture oversight

• Each state different

Worker Protection Standard (WPS)

If agricultural applications:

• Handler training

• PPE requirements

• Restricted entry intervals

• Decontamination facilities

• Most pest control is non-agricultural exempt

State Environmental Regulations

Beyond pesticide rules:

• Hazardous waste regulations

• Vehicle maintenance waste

• Storm water management

• Waste oil regulations

Professional Standards

Industry certifications:

• QualityPro certification (NPMA)

• GreenPro (sustainable practices)

• Food safety certifications

• Require proper waste management

Our Pest Control Company Waste Services

Pesticide Disposal Services

Complete pesticide waste disposal:

• All insecticide types and formulations

• Rodenticides (including RUPs)

• Termiticides (including large containers)

• Expired products

• Recalled products

• Damaged products

• Discontinued products

• Unknown old products

• Characterization and identification

Tank Rinsate & Wash Water Disposal

Equipment cleaning waste:

• Tank rinsate collection

• Equipment wash water

• Bulk liquid disposal

• Regular pickup schedules

• Storage containers provided

• High-volume capability

Critical for termite companies

Empty Container Management

Container disposal programs:

• Triple-rinsed container certification

• Non-rinsed container disposal

• Aerosol can disposal

• Bulk container disposal

• State program coordination

• Recycling when possible

Vehicle Fleet Maintenance Waste

Service vehicle waste:

• Used oil collection and recycling

• Antifreeze and fluids

• Batteries and filters

• Vehicle maintenance materials

• Shop waste disposal

FREE recycling for clean used oil

Equipment Cleaning & Decontamination

Contaminated equipment:

• Spray equipment disposal

• Contaminated materials

• PPE disposal

• Shop cleaning waste

• Absorbents and rags

Universal Waste Programs

Company-wide universal waste:

• Battery collection and recycling

• Lamp recycling

• Electronics disposal

• Mercury device disposal

• Simplified compliance

Emergency Response

24/7 emergency services:

• Pesticide spills (vehicle accidents)

• Container failures

• Service center incidents

• Equipment malfunctions

• Rapid response

• DOT incident support

Company Cleanout Services

Business transition support:

• Complete pesticide inventory disposal

• Facility cleanout (closing locations)

• Merger and acquisition support

• Ownership transfer cleanout

• Unknown chemical identification

• Legacy product disposal

Regular Scheduled Pickup

Ongoing service:

• Monthly pickups

• Quarterly service

• Semi-annual cleanouts

• Custom schedules

• Container exchange programs

• Predictable costs

Training & Consultation

Support services:

• Pesticide storage and handling

• Waste management best practices

• Regulatory compliance

• Spill prevention

• Container rinsing procedures

• Cost reduction strategies

• DOT compliance training

Pest Control Waste Disposal Costs

Pest control industry pricing:

• Professional service pricing

• Volume discounts

• Fleet service discounts

• Multi-location pricing

• Competitive rates

Typical Pricing:

Insecticides:

• Liquid concentrates: $5-$18 per gallon

• Wettable powders: $3-$12 per pound

• Aerosols: $3-$8 each

• Granular products: $2-$8 per pound

Rodenticides:

• Bait products: $5-$20 per pound

• High toxicity (P-listed): Higher rates

• Contaminated bait stations: $5-$15 each

Termiticides:

• Liquid termiticides: $6-$15 per gallon

• Large containers (30-55 gallon): Volume discounts

• Major cost for termite companies

Tank Rinsate:

• Dilute pesticide wash water: $2-$8 per gallon

• Bulk disposal: Volume pricing

• Regular pickup programs available

Vehicle Maintenance:

• Used oil: Often FREE recycling

• Antifreeze: $2-$6 per gallon

• Contaminated materials: $150-$500 per drum

• Batteries: Often FREE recycling

Empty Containers:

• Non-rinsed containers: $2-$8 each

• Aerosol cans: $3-$8 each

• Triple-rinsed: FREE through recycling (where available)

Universal Waste:

• Fluorescent lamps: $0.15-$0.50 per linear foot

• Batteries: Varies by type

Service Costs:

Regular Pickups:

• Monthly service (small company): $200-$800/month

• Quarterly service (medium): $800-$2,500/quarter

• Semi-annual (small operation): $500-$2,000

Annual Company Costs:

Small Pest Control Company (1-3 technicians):

• Annual total: $2,000-$8,000

Medium Company (4-10 technicians):

• Annual total: $8,000-$25,000

Large Company (10+ technicians):

• Annual total: $25,000-$75,000+

Termite Specialist:

• Annual total: $10,000-$40,000 (high volume rinsate)

Multi-Location Company:

• Annual total: $50,000-$200,000+

Call (800) 582-4833 for pest control company pricing

Waste Minimization for Pest Control Companies

Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

Reduce pesticide use:

• Inspection and monitoring

• Non-chemical methods first

• Targeted applications

• Proper identification

• Action thresholds

• Reduces chemical use and waste

Accurate Estimating

Mix only what you need:

• Accurate square footage calculations

• Proper equipment calibration

• Mix appropriate amounts

• Use all mixed spray

• Reduces tank rinsate

Proper Product Selection

Choose wisely:

• Right product for the pest

• Appropriate formulation

• Proper container size

• Don't over-purchase

• Coordinate with other jobs

• Use before expiration

Container Size Selection

Buy appropriate sizes:

• Match container to usage

• Don't buy 30-gallon if only need 1 gallon

• Coordinate with other technicians

• Reduces waste from expired product

Equipment Calibration

Accurate application:

• Calibrate spray equipment regularly

• Proper dilution rates

• Accurate mixing

• Reduces excess spray

Triple Rinsing

All containers immediately:

• Rinse containers thoroughly

• Add rinsate to spray tank

• Reduces waste classification

• Enables recycling

• Required by label

Proper Storage

Extend product life:

• Climate-controlled storage

• Proper organization

• Inventory rotation (FIFO)

• Secure storage (locked)

• Prevents deterioration and theft

Vehicle Maintenance

Extend fluid life:

• Regular maintenance schedules

• Oil analysis programs

• Proper fluids and filters

• Clean oil storage

• Reduces waste generation

Return Programs

Manufacturer programs:

• Some manufacturers accept returns

• Recalled product return

• Cylinder return programs (fumigants)

• Utilize when available

Training

Technician education:

• Proper mixing and application

• Waste minimization awareness

• Container rinsing procedures

• Spill prevention

• Equipment care

Common Pest Control Company Scenarios

Medium Pest Control Company

A pest control company with 8 technicians provides residential and commercial service. Generates expired insecticides, rodenticides, tank rinsate, and vehicle maintenance waste. We provide quarterly pickup service.

Quarterly waste: 200-300 gallons mixed
Quarterly cost: $2,000-$6,000

Small 2-Technician Company

A small pest control company generates limited expired products, tank rinsate, and vehicle maintenance waste. We provide semi-annual pickup.

Semi-annual waste: 50-100 gallons
Semi-annual cost: $1,000-$3,000

Termite Specialist Company

A termite control company generates significant volumes of termiticide waste (expired products and tank rinsate from equipment cleaning). We provide monthly rinsate pickup and quarterly product disposal.

Monthly rinsate: 200-400 gallons
Monthly cost: $1,500-$4,000

Large Multi-Location Company

A regional pest control company with 15 locations and 50+ technicians generates diverse waste streams at each location. We provide monthly service to all locations with consolidated billing.

Annual total: Multiple locations
Annual cost: $100,000-$250,000

Company Closure/Cleanout

A pest control company is closing after 25 years. Service center contains accumulated pesticides, tank rinsate, equipment, and vehicle maintenance waste. We provide complete identification and disposal.

Total cleanout: 500-1,500 gallons
Project cost: $10,000-$35,000

Vehicle Accident Spill

A service vehicle is in an accident and 30 gallons of termiticide concentrate spills. We provide emergency response, containment, cleanup, and proper disposal.

Emergency response: 30 gallons + cleanup
Project cost: $3,000-$10,000

Seasonal Mosquito Company

A seasonal mosquito control company needs end-of-season disposal of remaining insecticides and tank rinsate. We provide fall cleanout service.

Annual cleanout: 100-300 gallons
Annual cost: $2,000-$6,000

Why Pest Control Companies Choose Us

Industry Experience

Over 30 years serving pest control companies. We understand pest management operations.

Professional Service Pricing

Competitive pricing for pest management professionals. Volume discounts for larger companies.

DOT Compliance Support

We handle all DOT requirements for waste transportation. Take the burden off your company.

Multi-Location Service

Coordinated service across multiple branch locations. Consistent procedures and consolidated billing.

Flexible Scheduling

Work around your service schedules. Emergency response available 24/7.

Complete Service

All waste types - pesticides, rinsate, vehicle maintenance, everything. One-source solution.

Regulatory Expertise

Complete understanding of FIFRA, RCRA, DOT, and state regulations affecting pest control.

Tank Rinsate Programs

Specialized programs for high-volume rinsate disposal. Critical for termite companies.

Vehicle Fleet Support

Used oil recycling and fleet maintenance waste. Significant savings through recycling.

Professional Standards Support

Help maintain QualityPro and other certifications. Proper waste management required.

Best Practices for Pest Control Companies

Pesticide Management

• Follow all label directions (federal law)

• Commercial applicator license current

• Proper product storage (locked, organized)

• Inventory tracking and rotation

• FIFO (first in, first out)

• Regular inventory audits

Storage Facility

• Locked, dedicated storage area

• Separate from office and break areas

• Proper ventilation

• Secondary containment

• Organized by product type

• Fire extinguisher accessible

• Spill kit available

• Emergency contact information posted

• SDS binder current and accessible

Application Procedures

• Calibrate equipment regularly

• Accurate measurements and dilutions

• Mix only what you need

• Use all mixed spray when possible

• Proper PPE for all handlers

• Follow label restrictions

• Clean equipment after use

Container Handling

• Triple-rinse all containers immediately

• Add rinsate to spray tank

• Puncture or crush rinsed containers

• Recycle where programs available

• Never reuse pesticide containers

• Store for proper disposal if can't rinse

Tank Rinsate Management

• Collect all tank rinsate

• Store in appropriate containers

• Label as pesticide waste

• Never discharge to sewer, ground, or storm drain

• Regular disposal schedule

• Keep records

Vehicle Maintenance

• Regular maintenance schedule

• Proper storage of products in vehicles

• Secure product storage

• DOT compliance

• Emergency response materials

• Spill kit in vehicles

• Vehicle inspection procedures

Record Keeping

• Pesticide application records (required by state)

• Product purchase records

• Waste disposal records and manifests

• Training records

• Equipment calibration records

• Vehicle maintenance records

• Maintain minimum required years

Technician Training

• Commercial applicator license

• Company training program

• Proper mixing and application

• Spill response procedures

• Container rinsing

• Waste handling

• Safety procedures

• DOT training (if applicable)

Spill Prevention

• Proper product storage and handling

• Secure transport in vehicles

• Secondary containment

• Careful mixing procedures

• Spill kits readily available

• Emergency procedures posted

• Staff trained on response

Getting Started

Initial Assessment

We'll evaluate:

• Company size (number of technicians)

• Service types offered

• Current waste streams

• Monthly generation volumes

• Number of locations

• Storage situation

• Current disposal practices

Service Setup

We provide:

• Appropriate storage containers

• Proper labels

• Tank rinsate collection containers

• Service schedules

• Multiple location coordination

• Emergency contact information

Ongoing Partnership

We work with you:

• Operations managers

• Service managers

• Branch managers

• Fleet managers

• Multiple locations

• Flexible scheduling

Get Started with Pest Control Company Waste Services

Call (800) 582-4833 or email info@hazardouswastedisposal.com

What to have ready:

• Company name and size (number of technicians)

• Service types (general, termite, rodent, etc.)

• Number of locations

• Types of waste generated

• Approximate monthly/quarterly volumes

• Current storage situation

• Desired service frequency

We'll provide:

• Free consultation and assessment

• Customized service plan

• Professional industry pricing

• Container recommendations (including rinsate)

• Multi-location coordination

• Written proposal

• Service agreement

• Emergency contact information

Services available:

• Pesticide disposal services

• Tank rinsate and wash water disposal

• Empty container management

• Vehicle fleet maintenance waste

• Equipment cleaning and decontamination

• Universal waste programs

• Emergency response

• Company cleanout services

• Regular scheduled pickup

• Training and consultation

• Multi-location service

• DOT compliance support

• Volume pricing programs

Serving pest control companies nationwide, since 1992 - comprehensive waste management services that support professional pest management operations, protect technicians, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain industry standards

We understand pest management operations - let us handle your waste disposal professionally so you can focus on protecting your customers from pests while staying fully compliant with all pesticide and hazardous waste regulations