TOPS Pest Control

Yes. TOPS Pest Control holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #918104, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on October 25, 2023 and is valid through October 31, 2026. The certified applicator responsible for the license is KYLE A CALDWELL. Last checked against the TDA registry on October 11, 2026.

TOPS Pest Control 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 #918104, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for.

Among the 78 rated pest control companies in Austin, TOPS Pest Control ranks #13 by Google rating (5 stars vs. a local average of 4.8). Its 11 customer reviews put it ahead of 21% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 2023, longer than 20% of active licensees in Austin.

No, TOPS 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.

TOPS Pest Control is based at 14707 Fitzhugh Rd Bldg F - 200, Austin, TX 78736 in Austin, HAYS County, Texas. The exact service area is not published in the license record and has not been independently verified. Call TOPS Pest Control to confirm coverage for your address before scheduling.

Most Texas homes benefit from quarterly pest control treatments due to the warm climate that keeps pests active year-round. Properties with ongoing issues or those near wooded areas may need monthly service. An annual termite inspection is recommended even if you have no visible signs of activity.

The TDA issues licenses with specific category codes: P (Pest Control), T (Termite Control), L (Lawn & Ornamental), W (Weed Control), C (Commodity Fumigation), S (Structural Fumigation), and D (Wood Preservation). Each category authorizes different types of pest management work. Notably, the P category covers rodents and nuisance animals such as rats, mice, skunks, raccoons, and opossums — there is no separate wildlife removal license.

Texas faces unique challenges including Formosan termite colonies in the Gulf region, fire ant infestations across most of the state, extreme heat that drives pests indoors, a long warm season that keeps pests active year-round, and a diverse geography ranging from humid coastlines to arid deserts, each with different pest pressures.

Heat treatment involves raising the temperature of an infested area to 130–145°F using industrial heaters. It is the most effective treatment for bed bugs and can also treat drywood termites in localized areas. The high temperature kills all life stages including eggs. No chemicals are used, and rooms can typically be re-occupied the same day.

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.