Encino Pest Control

Yes. Encino Pest Control holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #567997, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on January 27, 1997 and is valid through December 31, 2026. The certified applicator responsible for the license is MANUEL CASILLAS.

Encino 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 #567997, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for.

Among the 128 rated pest control companies in San Antonio, Encino Pest Control ranks #100 by Google rating (4.7 stars vs. a local average of 4.8). Its 63 customer reviews put it ahead of 59% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 1997, longer than 84% of active licensees in San Antonio.

Encino Pest Control operates out of San Antonio in BEXAR 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 BEXAR 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.

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.

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.