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Texas pest control application log template

Texas Department of Agriculture is the official starting point for Texas pesticide licensing and recordkeeping questions. PestLog provides a state-specific PDF workflow for Texas; verify the current retention period and any reporting duties with the regulator before relying on any template.

At a glance
RegulatorTexas Department of Agriculture — Pesticide Programs
RetentionTexas Administrative Code Rule 7.144 requires correct and accurate pest control use records to be maintained for two years.
Who should verify dutiesTexas pest-control businesses, certified applicators, and license holders should confirm recordkeeping duties with Texas Department of Agriculture before relying on any template.
ReportingTexas operators should verify whether pesticide use reports, incident reports, or category-specific submissions apply through Texas Department of Agriculture.
Template statusPestLog state-specific PDF generator available
Record fields to verify
Regulator fieldPestLog fieldNotes
Texas pesticide and pest control device use recordProduct, EPA registration number, device/product notes, amount used, and target pestRule 7.144 covers pesticide and pest control device use records.
Texas responsible certified applicator or certified noncommercial applicator contextApplicator name, license number, and company profile license fieldsThe responsible certified applicator must ensure records are correct and accurate.
Texas billing/customer and service-location distinction for structural workCustomer billing address, service address, and treatment sitePestLog keeps customer and treatment locations separate for Texas exports.
Visible pesticide application log template
Customer name
Service address
Application date and time
Applicator and license number
Target pest
Product and EPA registration number
Dilution rate and amount used
Application site and method
Weather conditions
Customer signature or no-signature reason

The visible template is informational. PestLog users can capture these fields, attach photos, record signatures, and export reports from inside the app.

What is different in Texas

Texas retention period

Texas Rule 7.144 sets a two-year retention period for correct and accurate records of pesticide and pest control device uses.

Texas responsible applicator duty

Texas places record responsibility on the responsible certified applicator or certified noncommercial applicator, so license fields should not be left blank.

Texas template fit

PestLog uses a Texas-specific PDF workflow to keep TPCL/business license details and service-location context visible in exported records.

What PestLog captures

PestLog records pesticide applications, service addresses, customer signatures, photos, chemical inventory usage, reminders, and PDF exports for $29/month after the free trial.

Texas FAQ

How long should Texas pest-control use records be kept?

Texas Administrative Code Rule 7.144 requires correct and accurate records of pesticide and pest control device uses to be maintained for a two-year period.

Who is responsible for Texas pest-control use records?

Texas places the duty on the responsible certified applicator or certified noncommercial applicator to ensure use records are correct, accurate, and maintained.

Does PestLog replace Texas Department of Agriculture rules?

No. PestLog captures Texas service details and PDF exports, but Texas Department of Agriculture rules and current license instructions control final recordkeeping obligations.

Sources and disclaimer

Last reviewed: 2026-06-12. PestLog is not a regulator and does not provide legal advice. Verify current requirements with the official sources below.