Orkin

Yes. Orkin holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #569493, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on January 1, 1990 and is valid through January 31, 2027. The certified applicator responsible for the license is ANTHONY D WILEY. Last checked against the TDA registry on October 11, 2026.

Orkin is licensed by the Texas Department of Agriculture for 2 service categories: pest control, and termite control. Each category is a separate authorization on TPCL #569493, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for.

Among the 78 rated pest control companies in Austin, Orkin ranks #54 by Google rating (4.8 stars vs. a local average of 4.8). Its 513 customer reviews put it ahead of 75% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 1990, longer than 83% of active licensees in Austin.

Yes, Orkin is open on weekends: Saturday Open 24 hours and Sunday Open 24 hours. Hours reflect the company’s current Google Business Profile and may change on holidays.

Orkin is based at 13810 Dragline Dr, Austin, TX 78728 in Austin, TRAVIS County, Texas. The exact service area is not published in the license record and has not been independently verified. Call Orkin to confirm coverage for your address before scheduling.

Not necessarily. Many Texas pest control companies offer both one-time treatments and ongoing service plans. Contracts with quarterly or monthly service often include re-treatment guarantees and lower per-visit costs. Review cancellation terms and satisfaction guarantees before signing.

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.

The most common Texas pests include fire ants, cockroaches (American and German), termites (subterranean and Formosan), mosquitoes, scorpions, spiders (brown recluse and black widow), wasps, rodents, bed bugs, and fleas/ticks. The warm climate and diverse geography create ideal conditions for a wide variety of pests year-round.

Modern eco-friendly methods including botanical insecticides, essential oil repellents, diatomaceous earth, and biological controls can be effective for many common pests. They work best as part of an IPM program that emphasizes prevention and monitoring. For severe infestations, conventional products may be needed initially before transitioning to green maintenance.

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 four types of venomous snakes: rattlesnakes (Western diamondback, timber, and others), copperheads (common in East and Central Texas), cottonmouths/water moccasins (near water sources), and coral snakes (Southeast Texas). If you cannot identify a snake, keep your distance and call a wildlife removal professional.