Steve Howell Termite Control

Yes. Steve Howell Termite Control holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #568662, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on January 6, 1999 and is valid through December 31, 2026. The certified applicator responsible for the license is HOWELL B BLACK.

Steve Howell Termite 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 #568662, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for.

Among the 121 rated pest control companies in San Antonio, Steve Howell Termite Control ranks #52 by Google rating (5 stars vs. a local average of 4.8). Its 5 customer reviews put it ahead of 9% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 1999, longer than 83% of active licensees in San Antonio.

No, Steve Howell Termite Control is closed on weekends. Weekday hours start Monday at 9 AM. Hours reflect the company’s current Google Business Profile and may change on holidays.

Steve Howell Termite Control operates out of San Antonio in BEXAR 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 BEXAR 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.

Yes. Complaints against licensed pest control companies can be filed with the Texas Department of Agriculture. You can report unlicensed operators, unsafe practices, or unsatisfactory service. The TDA investigates complaints and can take enforcement action including fines and license suspension.

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.