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Pest Control in Houston, TX

Compare 9 local pest control pros. Typical service: $123–$288.

Top Pest Control Companies in Houston

  1. 1.Lawn Doctor of Cypress

    4.9★ (93 reviews)

    4.9★ from 93 reviews

    +17138664019Website

  2. 2.Rodriguez Rodent Defense

    4.9★ (86 reviews)

    4.9★ from 86 reviews

    +17132692066Website

  3. 3.Texas Bugs, LLC.

    4.9★ (61 reviews)

    4.9★ from 61 reviews

    +12819542847Website

  4. 4.Professor Mosquito

    5.0★ (41 reviews)

    5.0★ from 41 reviews

    +12814669333Website

  5. 5.Texas Bugs Pest Control

    5.0★ (30 reviews)

    5.0★ from 30 reviews

    +12819542847Website

  6. 6.Premier Pest Control

    5.0★ (24 reviews)

    5.0★ from 24 reviews

    +12818028654Website

  7. 7.Prime Pest & Termite Control

    5.0★ (11 reviews)

    5.0★ from 11 reviews

    +12818616455Website

  8. 8.Professional Pest Control

    5.0★ (8 reviews)

    5.0★ from 8 reviews

    +12818902847

  9. 9.Kirksey Pest control

    4.0★ (4 reviews)

    4.0★ from 4 reviews

    +18106203865Website

Pest Control Cost in Houston

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Houston
General pest treatment$123–$288/visit
Quarterly plan$82–$164/quarter
Termite treatment$658–$2,055/job
Rodent exclusion$247–$658/job
Mosquito control$62–$123/visit

Pest Control prices in Houston run about 18% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 9 companies serving Houston, rated 4.9★ on average across 358 customer reviews.

Houston Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Houston's weather means for scheduling pest control.

Last spring frost
February 3
First fall frost
December 20
Annual precipitation
50.63"
Heating degree days
1,237
Cooling degree days
3,322
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan44.4°62.5°4.02"
Feb47.8°65.9°3.3"
Mar54.1°72.9°3.12"
Apr61.3°79.4°3.28"
May69.5°85.9°4.24"
Jun75.3°91.3°7.45"
Jul77°93.1°4.55"
Aug77°93.4°2.83"
Sep72.1°90°4.17"
Oct63.1°82°5.39"
Nov54.2°72.6°4.3"
Dec46°64.6°3.98"

NOAA station data 7.09 miles from Houston.

Permits & Regulations in TX

No permit typically required

  • The Structural Pest Control Act, Occupations Code Chapter 1951, requires licensing of both businesses and individuals performing structural pest control for hire
  • Licensing is administered by the Texas Department of Agriculture Structural Pest Control Service
  • Businesses must hold a license for each location, with a certified applicator responsible for the work

License required: Texas Department of Agriculture structural pest control business license

Sources: texasagriculture.gov

Pest Control FAQs for Houston

How much does pest control cost in Houston?

A general pest treatment in Houston typically runs $123-$288 per visit.

Do pest control companies in Houston, TX need a license?

In TX, The Structural Pest Control Act, Occupations Code Chapter 1951, requires licensing of both businesses and individuals performing structural pest control for hire. Ask any Houston company for its license number before it treats.

How many pest control companies serve Houston?

We track 9 pest control professionals serving Houston.

When is pest season in Houston?

Activity climbs with heat, and Houston averages 3,322 cooling degree days a year with summer highs near 93F, which keeps most insects active well past a short season.

Does Houston rainfall affect pest pressure?

At 50.63 inches a year, Houston moisture drives the ant, mosquito and termite pressure that follows a wet spell.

Is pest control in Houston more expensive than the national average?

Pest control in Houston runs about -17.8% versus the national average.

Do pests stop over winter in Houston?

Winter lows around 44F in Houston slow activity without ending it, which is why year-round plans are common here.

When should I treat for pests in Houston?

Most Houston treatments start after the last frost near February 3, when overwintering insects become active again.