Armadillo Home Inspection

Yes. Armadillo Home Inspection holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #566417, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on January 1, 1990 and is valid through November 30, 2026. The certified applicator responsible for the license is MIKE JOHNSON.

Armadillo Home Inspection is licensed by the Texas Department of Agriculture for 2 service categories: pest control, and termite treatment. Each category is a separate authorization on TPCL #566417, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for.

Among the 45 rated pest control companies in Richmond, Armadillo Home Inspection ranks #5 by Google rating (5 stars vs. a local average of 4.7). Its 129 customer reviews put it ahead of 68% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 1990, longer than 84% of active licensees in Richmond.

Yes, Armadillo Home Inspection is open on weekends: Saturday Open 24 hours and Sunday Open 24 hours. Hours reflect the company’s current Google Business Profile and may change on holidays.

Armadillo Home Inspection operates out of Richmond in FORT BEND County, Texas. No street address is on file with the TDA for this license, which is common for home-based or service-area businesses. Pest control companies typically serve customers within a 20–30 mile radius, so nearby communities across FORT BEND County are usually within its service area. Call ahead to confirm coverage for your address.

Most Texas homes benefit from quarterly pest control treatments due to the warm climate that keeps pests active year-round. Properties with ongoing issues or those near wooded areas may need monthly service. An annual termite inspection is recommended even if you have no visible signs of activity.

Yes. Complaints against licensed pest control companies can be filed with the Texas Department of Agriculture. You can report unlicensed operators, unsafe practices, or unsatisfactory service. The TDA investigates complaints and can take enforcement action including fines and license suspension.

General pest control (Category P) covers common household pests including cockroaches, ants, spiders, silverfish, earwigs, crickets, centipedes, and occasional invaders. Some companies include mosquito and flea treatments in their general service, while others offer these as add-ons.

Texas has two medically significant spider species: the brown recluse (found statewide, especially in Central Texas) and the black widow (found throughout the state). Brown recluse bites can cause tissue necrosis, while black widow bites can cause muscle pain and systemic symptoms. Most other Texas spiders are harmless.