Administrative & Waste Services · RALEIGH, NC

HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC.

OSHA records show a mixed safety record: 4 violations across 2 inspections — below the Administrative & Waste Services industry average for penalties.

Reviewed byPlainworker Editorial, Workplace Safety Editorial Team · June 8, 2026

2
OSHA inspections: 4
Violations cited: $1,050
OSHA penalties

HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. in RALEIGH, NC has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 4 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,050. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. has been inspected 2 times by OSHA over 2 years. These inspections resulted in 4 violations, averaging 2.0 violations per inspection. Of these, 1 were classified as serious — indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Compared to the Administrative & Waste Services industry average of 1 inspections per employer, HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. has been inspected more frequently.

2.0
violations per inspection: 25.0%
of violations were serious: 0.26×
Administrative & Waste Services industry-avg penalty

HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE,…

$1,050
Administrative & Waste Services avg

$4,005

What this shows HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. sits below the Administrative & Waste Services per-employer average, a comparatively lighter enforcement footprint than its peers.

What the Data Says About HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC.

The federal enforcement record for HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. in RALEIGH, NC includes 2 OSHA inspections and 4 violations, translating to 2.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 1 (25.0%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat. Serious violations denote hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; willful and repeat categories indicate intentional disregard or recurrence of previously cited hazards.

OSHA assessed $1,050 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $1,050 — no reduction from the original assessment. Average penalty per inspection works out to $525. Against the Administrative & Waste Services industry average of $4,005 per employer, this record runs below peers.

Inspection activity spans from 2011-07-29 to 2013-03-14, a window of roughly 2 years. This record draws directly from the U.S. Department of Labor's public enforcement data at data.dol.gov. Penalty amounts reflect final adjudicated figures after any settlement, informal conference, or formal contest. Workers, journalists, and researchers can use these figures to compare this employer's compliance posture against industry peers and to identify workplaces with elevated safety risks or repeat non-compliance.

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

First Inspection

2011-07-29

Last Inspection

2013-03-14

Inspection Span

2 years

Violations per Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty per Inspection

$525

Industry Avg per Inspection

$3,445

Violation Breakdown

Serious

25.0% of total

Willful

0.0% of total

Repeat

0.0% of total

Other-Than-Serious

75.0% of total

Serious violations involve hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate intentional or knowing disregard of the law. Repeat violations are for hazards previously cited within the past 5 years.

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$1,050

Current Penalty Amount

$1,050

Penalty Reduction

None

Industry Safety Context: Administrative & Waste Services

How HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. compares to the Administrative & Waste Services sector, which has 12,658 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric	HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC.	Industry Avg
Inspections	2	1.2
Violations	4	2.7
Total Penalty	$1,050	$4,005
Avg Penalty per Inspection	$525	$3,445

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. safe to work at? ▼

Based on OSHA records, HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC.'s workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 4 violations across 2 inspections, including 1 serious violations. Compared to Administrative & Waste Services industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.

How many OSHA violations does HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. have? ▼

HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. has 4 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,050.

How many OSHA inspections has HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. had? ▼

HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-07-29 and the most recent on 2013-03-14. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.

What is the total penalty amount for HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC.? ▼

HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. has been assessed $1,050 in current OSHA penalties.

Does HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼

Yes. HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. has 1 serious violations. Serious violations involve hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate the employer intentionally or knowingly disregarded the law.

What industry does HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. operate in? ▼

HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. operates in the Administrative & Waste Services sector (NAICS code 561710). This industry has 12,658 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 14,717 total OSHA inspections and $50.70M in cumulative penalties.

What are my rights if I work at HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC.? ▼

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, employees at HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC. have the right to a safe workplace, the right to report hazards without retaliation, the right to request an OSHA inspection, and the right to access their own exposure and medical records. Workers can also refuse dangerous work if they believe they face imminent danger and their employer has failed to address the hazard.

How do I file an OSHA complaint against HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC.? ▼

You can file a complaint with OSHA online at osha.gov/workers/file-complaint, by calling 1-800-321-OSHA (6742), or by visiting your local OSHA area office. Complaints can be filed confidentially. OSHA is required to respond to all complaints and will prioritize those alleging imminent danger. You are protected from employer retaliation under Section 11(c) of the OSH Act.

How does HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼

HOMETEAM PEST DEFENSE, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $1,050 is below the Administrative & Waste Services industry average of $4,005 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.2 per employer.

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Data as of 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA, WHD).

Source: OSHA Enforcement Data

Inspection and violation records from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor, covering the period 2010–2026. Includes inspection dates, violation types (serious, willful, repeat, other-than-serious), and penalty amounts. Penalties shown are current assessed amounts and may differ from original citations due to settlement, contest, or reduction.

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