Buggy Brians- Bugs, Bushes & Turf

Yes. Buggy Brians- Bugs, Bushes & Turf holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #777698, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on February 23, 2018 and is valid through February 28, 2027. The certified applicator responsible for the license is BRIAN K SMITH.

Buggy Brians- Bugs, Bushes & Turf is licensed by the Texas Department of Agriculture for 4 service categories: pest control, termite treatment, lawn & landscape care, and wildlife removal. Each category is a separate authorization on TPCL #777698, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for. Notably, it is one of only 5 of the 33 active companies in Tyler licensed for wildlife removal.

Among the 32 rated pest control companies in Tyler, Buggy Brians- Bugs, Bushes & Turf ranks #14 by Google rating (5 stars vs. a local average of 4.8). Its 2 customer reviews put it ahead of 3% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 2018, longer than 63% of active licensees in Tyler.

Buggy Brians- Bugs, Bushes & Turf operates out of Tyler in SMITH 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 SMITH County are usually within its service area. Call ahead to confirm coverage for your address.

Licensed pest control companies in Texas use EPA-registered products applied according to label directions, which are safe when used properly. Most treatments require 2–4 hours of drying time before re-entry. Ask your technician about specific precautions for your household, especially for infants, pregnant women, and pets.

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 mosquitoes can transmit West Nile virus, Zika virus, dengue fever, and chikungunya. West Nile is the most common mosquito-borne illness in Texas, with cases reported annually. Standing water elimination and professional mosquito treatments are the most effective prevention methods.