E. L. Smith Pest Control

Yes. E. L. Smith Pest Control holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #570200, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on February 3, 1994 and is valid through May 31, 2027. The certified applicator responsible for the license is ERNIE L SMITH.

E. L. Smith Pest Control 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 #570200, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for.

Among the 128 rated pest control companies in San Antonio, E. L. Smith Pest Control ranks #120 by Google rating (4 stars vs. a local average of 4.8). Its 4 customer reviews put it ahead of 4% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 1994, longer than 90% of active licensees in San Antonio.

E. L. Smith Pest Control is open on Saturdays (7 AM to 3 PM) but closed on Sundays. Hours reflect the company’s current Google Business Profile and may change on holidays.

E. L. Smith Pest Control is based at 13107 Larkyorke St, San Antonio, TX 78233 in San Antonio, BEXAR County, Texas. Pest control companies typically serve customers within a 20–30 mile radius, so nearby communities across BEXAR County are usually within its service area. Call ahead to confirm coverage for your address.

Not necessarily. Many Texas pest control companies offer both one-time treatments and ongoing service plans. Contracts with quarterly or monthly service often include re-treatment guarantees and lower per-visit costs. Review cancellation terms and satisfaction guarantees before signing.

TPCL stands for Texas Pest Control License, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). It is required for any business performing structural pest control in Texas. The license must be renewed annually and requires proof of insurance, a certified applicator on staff, and compliance with TDA regulations.

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.

Do not attempt to remove wasp nests yourself, especially paper wasp nests, yellow jacket ground nests, or large hornet nests. Wasps can sting repeatedly and attack in numbers when their nest is threatened. A licensed pest control professional can safely remove the nest and treat the area to discourage rebuilding.