Licensed pest control in Houston, TX
Houston Pest Control & Extermination Services
Pest control in Houston means fighting humidity, flooding and Formosan termites, all at once. Gulf moisture keeps roaches, ants and mosquitoes active most of the year, and every big storm pushes more of them indoors. Tell us what’s going on at your place in The Heights, Montrose, Spring Branch or out in Pearland, and we’ll connect you with a licensed local company for a free quote. Expect a single general visit in Houston to land between $300 and $550.
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Pest Control Services In Houston
Houston’s bayous, clay soil and old pier-and-beam houses give pests more ways in than most Texas cities.
Termite ControlFormosan termites swarm around porch lights in late spring, and drywood termites show up in Houston attics too. Heights bungalows on pier-and-beam need the crawl space checked.
Roach ExterminationAmerican roaches climb out of storm drains after a heavy Houston downpour. German roaches in Midtown apartments need a gel bait plan, not a fogger.
Mosquito ControlBayous, retention ponds and clogged gutters breed mosquitoes nearly all year here. A yard treatment cuts them down between rains.
Ant ControlTawny crazy ants swarm in huge numbers and can short out AC units and electrical boxes. Fire ants rebuild mounds within days after a flood.
Rodent ControlRoof rats travel along live oak branches and power lines in Memorial and Spring Branch, then slip in at the roofline.
Bed Bug TreatmentHotels near the Galleria and the Medical Center see heavy turnover. Bed bugs ride home in luggage and spread through shared apartment walls.How Much Does Pest Control Cost In Houston?
A single general visit in Houston runs $300 to $550, right in line with Angi’s numbers. Termite work moves the bill most here, since Formosan colonies are big and drywood cases sometimes call for tenting.
Every figure here is an Angi national range, not a Houston quote. Raised pier-and-beam homes can cost more to treat for termites because the tech has to work the whole crawl space.
| Job | Typical price |
|---|---|
| One-time general treatment | $300 to $550 for a standard Houston house |
| Quarterly plan | $100 to $300 per visit, popular here because roaches never really stop |
| Termite spot or bait treatment | $250 to $1,000, with Formosan colonies often at the high end |
| Drywood termite tenting | $1,500 to $8,000 when drywoods have spread through the attic framing |
| Mosquito yard treatment | $350 to $500, mostly booked for the long Gulf Coast wet season |
What To Know About Pests In Houston
Houston is where the tawny crazy ant first turned up in Texas. A Pasadena exterminator, Tom Rasberry, reported them in 2002, and they’ve since spread across the Gulf Coast. Regular ant bait barely slows them, so it takes a pro with the right products.
Harris County Public Health runs a Mosquito and Vector Control Division that traps and tests mosquitoes across the county and sprays when West Nile shows up. And after Hurricane Beryl knocked out power for days in July 2024, plenty of homes found rats and roaches moving in through storm damage.
When Pests Are Most Active In Houston
- Spring
- Formosan termites start swarming on humid evenings. Fire ants push up fresh mounds after spring storms.
- Summer
- Hurricane season and afternoon rain. Mosquitoes peak, and flooded drains send American roaches into kitchens.
- Fall
- Crazy ants and fire ants stay busy in the warm ground. Rats start eyeing attics once the first cool front comes through.
- Winter
- Short and mild, so roaches and rodents keep going indoors. It’s a smart window for a termite inspection.
Areas We Serve In Houston, TX
Local pest control help across Houston and the greater Harris County area.
Pests We Treat In Houston
Houston’s heat and Gulf moisture keep every pest below in play. Tap one for signs, costs and what treatment involves.
When You Can Skip The Pro In Houston
A few fire ant mounds or the odd roach after a storm? Bait the mounds, dump standing water and put weatherstripping on the back door yourself.
Call someone for termites, crazy ants or rats in the attic. Crazy ants laugh at store bait, and Formosan termites can chew through framing before you see a single mud tube.
How It Works
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Houston Pest Control FAQs
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Why do roaches show up after Houston floods?
Rising water fills the storm sewers, and American roaches climb out looking for dry ground. Your house is the closest dry spot.
Keep drain stoppers in, seal gaps under doors and call for a perimeter treatment once the water drops.
What are those swarming ants that look like moving carpet?
Most likely tawny crazy ants, an invasive Houston pest. They move fast and erratically, and they pile up by the millions.
They don’t sting like fire ants, but they nest in electrical boxes and AC units. Getting them under control takes repeat treatments.
Who handles mosquito spraying in Harris County?
Harris County Public Health’s Mosquito and Vector Control Division traps, tests and sprays neighborhoods across the county.
That covers public areas. For your own yard, a private barrier treatment fills the gap between county visits.
Do I need a termite inspection to buy a home in Houston?
Most lenders and buyers here ask for a wood-destroying insect report before closing. Given how common Formosan termites are, it’s worth paying for.
A licensed inspector checks the slab or crawl space, wood trim and attic. We can match you with one.
Will treatment hurt my dog or my toddler?
Licensed techs use products labeled for homes with kids and pets. Keep both off treated spots until things dry, which takes a couple of hours.
Yard ant bait needs a few hours before your dog goes back out. Ask the tech which areas to avoid.
Get A Free Quote In Houston
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Hiring in Houston? Check the company’s license first through the Texas Department of Agriculture.
We also cover Austin, Arlington, Plano and Waco. See every city we serve on our Texas pest control page.