HomeTeam Pest Defense

Yes. HomeTeam Pest Defense holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #568621, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on February 7, 2001 and is valid through October 31, 2026. The certified applicator responsible for the license is KOJI D JERNIGAN. Last checked against the TDA registry on October 11, 2026.

HomeTeam Pest Defense is licensed by the Texas Department of Agriculture for 4 service categories: pest control, termite control, lawn & ornamental, and weed control. Each category is a separate authorization on TPCL #568621, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for. Notably, it is one of only 14 of the 64 active companies in McKinney licensed for weed control.

Among the 61 rated pest control companies in McKinney, HomeTeam Pest Defense ranks #47 by Google rating (4.8 stars vs. a local average of 4.8). Its 221 customer reviews put it ahead of 68% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 2001, longer than 81% of active licensees in McKinney.

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 3275 N McDonald St #6, McKinney, TX 75071 in McKinney, COLLIN County, Texas. The exact service area is not published in the license record and has not been independently verified. Call HomeTeam Pest Defense to confirm coverage for your address before scheduling.

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.

The TDA issues licenses with specific category codes: P (Pest Control), T (Termite Control), L (Lawn & Ornamental), W (Weed Control), C (Commodity Fumigation), S (Structural Fumigation), and D (Wood Preservation). Each category authorizes different types of pest management work. Notably, the P category covers rodents and nuisance animals such as rats, mice, skunks, raccoons, and opossums — there is no separate wildlife removal license.

Texas pest control is regulated by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) under the Texas Structural Pest Control Act. All pest control businesses must hold a TPCL license, employ a certified applicator, maintain insurance, and follow specific rules for pesticide application, record keeping, and consumer protection.

Heat treatment involves raising the temperature of an infested area to 130–145°F using industrial heaters. It is the most effective treatment for bed bugs and can also treat drywood termites in localized areas. The high temperature kills all life stages including eggs. No chemicals are used, and rooms can typically be re-occupied the same day.

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.