BlackJack Pest Control

Yes. BlackJack Pest Control holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #933215, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on April 19, 2024 and is valid through April 30, 2027. The certified applicator responsible for the license is NICHOLAS A RUCKER.

BlackJack Pest Control is licensed by the Texas Department of Agriculture for 2 service categories: pest control, and lawn & landscape care. Each category is a separate authorization on TPCL #933215, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for. Notably, it is one of only 35 of the 121 active companies in Dallas licensed for lawn & landscape care.

Among the 116 rated pest control companies in Dallas, BlackJack Pest Control ranks #15 by Google rating (5 stars vs. a local average of 4.7). Its 65 customer reviews put it ahead of 59% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 2024, longer than 12% of active licensees in Dallas.

BlackJack Pest Control operates out of Dallas in DALLAS 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 DALLAS County are usually within its service area. Call ahead to confirm coverage for your address.

IPM is a science-based approach that combines prevention, monitoring, and targeted treatment to manage pests with minimal chemical use. It includes sealing entry points, removing food and water sources, and using pesticides only when necessary. Many licensed Texas companies offer IPM programs as a long-term, environmentally responsible option.

A certified applicator is an individual who has passed the TDA examination demonstrating knowledge of pest identification, pesticide safety, application techniques, and state regulations. Texas law requires every pest control business to designate a certified applicator who supervises all pest management activities performed by the company.

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.