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How can you register a pest control business in colorado as an independant contractor?

I plan to to start an independant small business as a pest control tech (spraying residential and commercial) building for croaches, bugs and termites. Any advice and steps for registering the business and other certifications in Colorado will be helpful. I have some experience doing this kind of job in a third world country. All I know is America requires lots of requirements. I will sincerely like to hear from others or people in this trade. I cannot afford a franchise from the established companies!

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1. http://www.dora.state.co.us/opr/archive/95pesticideapplicators.pdf they sure like to hide it.
2. Your best procedure would be first to get a job with a local company to get the local experience. Maybe even a big one like Orkin. You need a pest manager's license from the Dept Agriculture, this isn't too hard and tests are available every week but you will need a good understanding of the industry first. It would be a very good idea to attend a function of the local Colorado Pest Control Association as membership is very helpful to a small company: http://www.cpcapestworld.org/cpcapestworld/benefits/ The last link below gives advice on setting up a business in CO. This is very important. Don't rush into a franchise. If you are good, having got some experience, local companies my offer you jobs on a subcontractor basis. Lots of possibilities!