Hometown Pest & Termites

Yes. Hometown Pest & Termites holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #568611, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on July 6, 2005 and is valid through June 30, 2027. The certified applicator responsible for the license is JOHN W HUNTER.

Hometown Pest & Termites 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 #568611, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for.

Among the 19 rated pest control companies in Galveston, Hometown Pest & Termites ranks #11 by Google rating (5 stars vs. a local average of 4.8). Its 1 customer reviews put it ahead of 0% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 2005, longer than 56% of active licensees in Galveston.

No, Hometown Pest & Termites 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.

Hometown Pest & Termites operates out of Galveston in GALVESTON 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 GALVESTON County are usually within its service area. Call ahead to confirm coverage for your address.

Pest control costs in Texas typically range from $150 to $350 for a one-time treatment, depending on property size and pest type. Quarterly plans usually run $100–$200 per visit. Termite treatments and fumigation cost more, often $500–$2,500 depending on the severity and method used.

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 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.