City Wide Exterminating

Yes. City Wide Exterminating holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #567536, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on January 1, 1990 and is valid through December 31, 2026. The certified applicator responsible for the license is DAVID G CHIRTOS.

City Wide Exterminating 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 #567536, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for.

Among the 228 rated pest control companies in Houston, City Wide Exterminating ranks #70 by Google rating (5 stars vs. a local average of 4.7). Its 3 customer reviews put it ahead of 4% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 1990, longer than 86% of active licensees in Houston.

No, City Wide Exterminating is closed on weekends. Weekday hours start Monday at 7 AM. Hours reflect the company’s current Google Business Profile and may change on holidays.

City Wide Exterminating operates out of Houston in HARRIS 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 HARRIS County are usually within its service area. Call ahead to confirm coverage for your address.

Organic methods such as diatomaceous earth, essential oil repellents, and boric acid can be effective for certain pests. However, they often work more slowly and may not be sufficient for severe infestations. Many Texas companies offer green or low-toxicity options that balance effectiveness with environmental responsibility.

An inactive license means the company has not renewed their TPCL with the Texas Department of Agriculture. This could be due to business closure, failure to meet insurance requirements, or voluntary non-renewal. Companies with inactive licenses cannot legally perform pest control services in Texas.

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's warm, humid climate is ideal for cockroaches. The American cockroach (palmetto bug) thrives outdoors in mulch and sewers but enters homes seeking water. German cockroaches infest kitchens and bathrooms. The state's long warm season means roach populations remain active nearly year-round, making regular pest control essential.