HomeTeam Pest Defense

Yes. HomeTeam Pest Defense holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #568614, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on October 8, 1998 and is valid through October 31, 2026. The certified applicator responsible for the license is WILLIAM MOORE.

HomeTeam Pest Defense 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 #568614, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for.

Among the 72 rated pest control companies in Austin, HomeTeam Pest Defense ranks #48 by Google rating (4.8 stars vs. a local average of 4.8). Its 1,266 customer reviews put it ahead of 86% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 1998, longer than 80% of active licensees in Austin.

No, HomeTeam Pest Defense is closed on weekends. Weekday hours start Monday at 8 AM. Hours reflect the company’s current Google Business Profile and may change on holidays.

HomeTeam Pest Defense is based at 2113 Wells Branch Pkwy Suite 6000, Austin, TX 78728 in Austin, TRAVIS County, Texas. Pest control companies typically serve customers within a 20–30 mile radius, so nearby communities across TRAVIS County are usually within its service area. Call ahead to confirm coverage for your address.

DIY methods can help with minor issues like occasional ants or spiders. However, infestations of termites, bed bugs, rodents, or recurring roaches typically require professional treatment. Licensed technicians have access to commercial-grade products, specialized equipment, and the training to apply treatments safely and effectively.

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.