Palm Tree Management and Pest Resources

Find A Licensed or Certified Pest Control Professional

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Tools and trade societies to help you find a licensed (QAL) or certified (QAC) pest control professional in your area:

• Search for valid/current licenses and certificates at the CA Department of Pesticide Regulation (search by county or by name of individual/business)
• Contact the CA Association of Pest Control Advisors (CAPCA)

Questions to ask a pest control professional you are considering:

• "Have you ever attended a training on South American palm weevil?"
• "What chemical product do you use to control South American palm weevil? What is the severity of this infestation, and what treatment method do you recommend?"

Find An Arborist

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Tools and trade societies to help you find a licensed arborist in your area:

• "Find An Arborist" Tool (International Society of Arboriculture)
• Member directory for Professional Tree Care Association (San Diego region)
• National Arborists (nationwide)
• American Society of Consulting Arborists (international)
• Check the status of your potential arborist's California contractor license (license type D49, Tree Service Contractor) at CA DCA Contractors' State License Board

Questions to ask an arborist you are considering:

• "Have you ever attended a training on South American palm weevil?"
• "What infested material management methods do you use to ensure that South American palm weevil is not spread?"

Your local telephone directory may also provide listings for arborists and local tree care specialists.