Lance Termite & Pest Control

Yes. Lance Termite & Pest Control holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #568957, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on January 1, 1990 and is valid through August 31, 2026. The certified applicator responsible for the license is WILLIAM S HARDY.

Lance Termite & Pest Control 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 #568957, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for.

Among the 65 rated pest control companies in McKinney, Lance Termite & Pest Control ranks #57 by Google rating (4.5 stars vs. a local average of 4.8). Its 8 customer reviews put it ahead of 23% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 1990, longer than 86% of active licensees in McKinney.

No, Lance Termite & Pest Control 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.

Lance Termite & Pest Control operates out of McKinney in COLLIN 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 COLLIN County are usually within its service area. Call ahead to confirm coverage for your address.

Reputable companies typically offer a satisfaction guarantee with free re-treatments between scheduled visits if pests return. Termite treatments often come with 1–5 year warranties, sometimes renewable annually. Always get guarantees in writing and understand what specific pests and conditions are covered.

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.

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.