Hilltop Inspections

Yes. Hilltop Inspections holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #889560, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on July 23, 2022 and is valid through July 31, 2026. The certified applicator responsible for the license is LOUIS MONTALVO.

Hilltop Inspections is licensed by the Texas Department of Agriculture for 1 service category: termite treatment. Each category is a separate authorization on TPCL #889560, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for.

Among the 19 rated pest control companies in San Marcos, Hilltop Inspections ranks #6 by Google rating (5 stars vs. a local average of 4.8). Its 62 customer reviews put it ahead of 56% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 2022, longer than 17% of active licensees in San Marcos.

Hilltop Inspections operates out of San Marcos in HAYS 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 HAYS 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.

Texas has three main termite types: Eastern subterranean termites (most common, found statewide), Formosan subterranean termites (aggressive species in Southeast Texas and coastal areas), and drywood termites (found in attics and furniture, mainly in South and Coastal Texas). Each requires different treatment approaches.

Termites are found throughout Texas, but subterranean termites are especially active in the eastern and southern regions with higher moisture levels. The Gulf Coast and East Texas have the highest termite pressure, including aggressive Formosan termites. Regardless of location, annual inspections are recommended for all Texas homeowners.