YardDoc

Yes. YardDoc holds an active Structural Pest Control Business License, TPCL #752604, issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture. The license was first issued on March 3, 2017 and is valid through March 31, 2027. The certified applicator responsible for the license is ADRIAN N FOWLER.

YardDoc is licensed by the Texas Department of Agriculture for 3 service categories: pest control, termite control, and lawn & ornamental. Each category is a separate authorization on TPCL #752604, so the company may only perform work it is explicitly licensed for. Notably, it is one of only 32 of the 82 active companies in Austin licensed for lawn & ornamental.

Among the 77 rated pest control companies in Austin, YardDoc ranks #41 by Google rating (4.9 stars vs. a local average of 4.8). Its 200 customer reviews put it ahead of 63% of local rated companies by review volume. The company has held its TPCL license since 2017, longer than 48% of active licensees in Austin.

No, YardDoc is closed on weekends. Weekday hours start Monday at 7 AM. Hours reflect the company’s current Google Business Profile and may change on holidays.

YardDoc is based at 10003 Rimstone Trail, Austin, TX 78736 in Austin, TRAVIS County, Texas. Pest control companies typically serve customers within a 20–30 mile radius, so nearby communities across TRAVIS County are usually within its service area. Call ahead to confirm coverage for your address.

Most pest control companies offer re-treatment guarantees — if pests return between scheduled visits, they will re-treat at no additional charge. This is standard with ongoing service plans. For one-time treatments, ask about the warranty period. Persistent issues may indicate entry points that need sealing or environmental factors that need addressing.

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.

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 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.