Houston Responsible Pest

Yes. Houston Responsible Pest holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #840797, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on October 1, 2020 and is valid through October 31, 2026. The certified applicator responsible for the license is ARLENE D HINSLEY.

Houston Responsible Pest 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 #840797, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for.

Among the 45 rated pest control companies in Richmond, Houston Responsible Pest ranks #16 by Google rating (5 stars vs. a local average of 4.7). Its 7 customer reviews put it ahead of 16% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 2020, longer than 20% of active licensees in Richmond.

No, Houston Responsible Pest 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.

Houston Responsible Pest is based at 1305 FM359 Suite E, Richmond, TX 77406 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.

Before your appointment, clear counters, move furniture slightly away from walls, secure food and pet dishes, cover fish tanks, and ensure the technician can access areas like garages, attics, and crawl spaces. Your provider will give specific preparation instructions based on the treatment type.

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'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.