Faulkner Pest Defense & Control

Yes. Faulkner Pest Defense & Control holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #822149, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on October 16, 2019 and is valid through October 31, 2026. The certified applicator responsible for the license is ERIC H ALMENDARIZ.

Faulkner Pest Defense & 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 #822149, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for.

Among the 45 rated pest control companies in Richmond, Faulkner Pest Defense & Control ranks #7 by Google rating (5 stars vs. a local average of 4.7). Its 60 customer reviews put it ahead of 55% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 2019, longer than 24% of active licensees in Richmond.

Yes, Faulkner Pest Defense & Control is open on weekends: Saturday Open 24 hours and Sunday Open 24 hours. Hours reflect the company’s current Google Business Profile and may change on holidays.

Faulkner Pest Defense & Control is based at 19102 Field Cottage Ln, Richmond, TX 77407 in Richmond, FORT BEND County, Texas. Pest control companies typically serve customers within a 20–30 mile radius, so nearby communities across FORT BEND County are usually within its service area. Call ahead to confirm coverage for your address.

Reputable companies typically offer a satisfaction guarantee with free re-treatments between scheduled visits if pests return. Termite treatments often come with 1–5 year warranties, sometimes renewable annually. Always get guarantees in writing and understand what specific pests and conditions are covered.

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.