Agriculture officials are warning Georgia of a rise in people going door-to-door offering unlicensed pest control services.

Authorities say they've seen more than 150 violations this year alone.

What we know:

Under state law, anyone selling or performing pest control services must have a valid Certified Operator’s License or Registered Employee License issued by the Georgia Department of Agriculture.

That certification ensures that the pest fighters are properly trained to use potentially harmful pesticides.

Violators of these regulations can result in fines of up to $10,000.

Officials say customers have the right to request proof of a pest control license at any time.

What they're saying:

"Hiring a licensed pest control company isn’t just a matter of legality—it’s a matter of safe

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