Fire Ant and Turf Insect Control in North Texas

Yes, twice. Lawn and ornamental treatments (fertilization, weed control, fungus, fire ant, tree and shrub work) are performed under the Texas Department of Agriculture Category 3A applicator license. Structural pest treatments (mosquitoes, termites, general indoor and perimeter pest control) are performed under the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation Structural Pest Control license. Both licenses are required by Texas law for the work each covers, and Buzzkillerz holds both. We never apply products without the appropriate credential for the service.

Yes, with one note: kids and pets should stay off the lawn while applications are still wet (typically two to three hours, sometimes longer in cool weather). Once treatments are dry, the lawn is safe for normal use. We list exactly what was applied after every visit so you always know what's on the property.

It depends on the property. Yard size, current condition, grass type, and how many visits the plan needs across the year all move the number, so a quote given over the phone before anyone has seen the lawn is a guess. Buzzkillerz does a free on-site evaluation first, then puts the price in writing. One-time treatments like fire ant knockdown, fungus spot treatment, or a single fertilization are priced per visit. Full plans are priced for the season. Either way there's no contract and no obligation to book after the evaluation.

For most lawns on a full treatment plan, we schedule six to eight visits a year, timed to the seasons. Pre-emergent applications happen before spring and fall weed flushes. Fertilization is timed to the grass type. Fungus and pest treatments are added when needed. You get a written calendar at the start of the plan so you know what's coming and when.

Buzzkillerz serves nineteen cities across north Texas and the DFW metro: Argyle, Bedford, Colleyville, Coppell, Euless, Flower Mound, Fort Worth, Frisco, Grapevine, Highland Park, Highland Village, Hurst, Keller, Lucas, McKinney, North Richland Hills, Prosper, Southlake, and Westlake. If you're nearby but not on the list, get in touch and we'll let you know.

We can build plans that prioritize lower-impact products: corn gluten meal as a natural pre-emergent, beneficial nematodes for grub control, organic fertilizers, microbial soil amendments. Full organic isn't always realistic for active infestations (fire ants, severe fungus), so we'll be honest about what's possible and what the tradeoffs are.

If a treatment we applied doesn't deliver, we come back and re-treat at no additional cost. Fire ant treatments include a re-treatment window. Weed and fungus treatments come with a check-back to confirm results. We'd rather earn the repeat business by getting it right than collect once and disappear.

Yes. Mosquito control runs as a seasonal plan (roughly March through October) with targeted treatments of harborage areas around the property, plus re-treatment after heavy rain. Termite work covers inspection, preventative liquid soil treatment, bait stations, and remediation for active infestations. Both services require the Texas SPCS structural pest control license, which Buzzkillerz holds in addition to the TDA Category 3A license that covers the lawn-side work.

Mosquito treatment runs as a seasonal plan, roughly March through October, with applications timed to keep populations down before they spike. Buzzkillerz treats the harborage areas where mosquitoes actually rest during the day: shrubs, fence lines, the underside of decks, dense foliage, and shaded turf. Standing water around the property gets flagged so it can be drained or treated separately. Heavy rain washes treatments off, so the schedule includes re-treatment after sustained storms at no extra charge.

Termite work starts with an inspection of the structure, foundation, and any wood-to-soil contact points. If no active infestation is found, Buzzkillerz can install a preventative treatment, typically a liquid soil barrier along the foundation plus a system of monitored bait stations. If active termites are confirmed, the plan targets the colony directly with either bait or a non-repellent liquid termiticide, depending on the species and the structure. Annual re-inspection keeps the protection in place over time.

The standard plan handles the common household pests in north Texas: ants, roaches, spiders, silverfish, earwigs, crickets, and the occasional invaders that show up when the weather shifts. Most of the work happens on the exterior, with a perimeter band around the foundation, treatment of door and window frames, and harborage spots like garages and storage areas, so pests are stopped before they get inside. Interior application is targeted to active problem areas (kitchens, bathrooms, garages) rather than blanket-spraying baseboards.

Yes. Rodent work is exclusion-first: Buzzkillerz seals the entry points (gaps around utility penetrations, vents, garage door corners) and adds tamper-resistant bait stations or interior traps as needed. Scorpion work targets the perimeter, dense ground cover, and any harborage cleanup the property allows. Wasps and hornets get nest removal plus a residual treatment to discourage rebuilds. Fire ants are a separate Category 3A turf service, covered on the fire ant control page.

Most of the work is on the exterior, so prep is minimal: keep pets indoors during the visit, move kids' toys and pet bowls away from the foundation, and unlock the gate so the crew can reach the back of the property. For interior treatments, clear counters in the kitchen and bathroom and provide access to under-sink areas. Treatments inside are dry within an hour or two, after which the home is safe for normal use.