James M
5 Star Google Review
I contacted Critter Gitters this morning to help me eradicate a huge wasp nest on the front of my house and around the eaves of my roof. They kindly came out a couple of hours later, killed all of the wasps, and sent me a picture of the nests. Now THAT’S service!!! Wouldn’t use anyone else!! Thanks Lane for your help and awesome service!
Thai Folta
5 Star Google Review
We have used Critter Gitters for years and wouldn’t think to go elsewhere. They are extremely detail oriented, down to the de-webbing of the whole exterior of our home. They are always extremely professional and punctual (which is a huge must for us). I couldn’t recommend a better company than Critter Gitters!
George Lee
5 Star Google Review
We have used Critter Gitters for years and wouldn’t think to go elsewhere. They are extremely detail oriented, down to the de-webbing of the whole exterior of our home. They are always extremely professional and punctual (which is a huge must for us). I couldn’t recommend a better company than Critter Gitters!
Joy Ione
5 Star Google Review
Joey Baker was highly recommended by the realtor who sold me my house. I saw what looked like termites, but Joey came right away and identified carpenter ants. I saved some dead ones in a zip lock bag for him to look at. He and his team treated the inside and outside of the house. It only took 2 treatments to get rid of the little critters. Don't do what I did. When they first started trailing out of the wall, I sprayed pesticide on them. Joey let me know to let them trail, otherwise they will go back in and make another colony.
Carol Dawson
5 Star Google Review
Critter Getters is always there when I need them!! They are prompt, competent and very reliable! You can certainly trust your staff at Critter Getters! They are the best!!
Wb Byrd
5 Star Google Review
Critter Gitters has provide great service for me for years. The local touch compares to no other. I’m grateful, and my children are as well, to be able to enjoy our backyard year round.
Greg Wassberg
5 Star Google Review
Whether one has bugs inside their home or outside, Critter Gitters offers the complete pest control services. Having mosquito issues outside, they have a service for that. Termite issues, they have a service for that too. Locally owned, and affordable. The technicians are also professional, safe, and understand that each homeowner has their own unique concerns.
Tyler Tabor
5 Star Google Review
We have been using Critter Gitters for years now and wouldn’t recommend anyone else! Joey is very professional yet personable and always has a smile on his face . He tries to make each service as easy as possible. If you’re looking for an amazing pest service experience…look no further!
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Eliminate German Roaches for Good
German roaches are a different animal than what most people picture when they think of roaches. They’re not the big ones wandering in from outside. These live inside your home — breeding in your walls, hiding in your appliances, and multiplying faster than any other roach species. Once they’re established, they don’t leave on their own.
They’re the hardest roach to eliminate. But we’ve done it hundreds of times, and we can do it at your house too.
Here’s exactly what’s involved.
Why German Roaches Require a Completely Different Approach
German cockroaches are not the same pest as the large American roaches that come in from the yard. They are a structural infestation — living and breeding inside your cabinets, behind your refrigerator motor, inside wall voids, and under the dishwasher. They never go outside. Standard perimeter spray treatments don’t reach them.
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension research on German cockroach biology shows a single female and her offspring can produce up to 30,000 cockroaches in a year under ideal conditions. That’s why German roach infestations escalate so fast — and why a standard quarterly service visit is not enough to solve them. For general cockroach information covering other species, see our main roach control page.
Our blog on the difference between German and American roach infestations helps you confirm which species you’re dealing with before we arrive.
Our German Roach Clean-Out Protocol
We flush and inspect every harborage zone — inside cabinet hinges, under sink plumbing, appliance motor housings, electrical outlets. Then we apply professional gel bait directly into the cracks and crevices where roaches spend 80% of their time. Workers feed on the bait and return it to the colony, killing roaches that never contact the bait directly.
We also apply an insect growth regulator (IGR) — approved by the EPA — to interrupt the reproductive cycle. Adult roaches that survive the initial bait round cannot produce viable eggs. The population collapses from two directions simultaneously.
For Huntsville-area rentals and commercial accounts — especially near SHSU student housing areas in Huntsville where German roach pressure in multi-unit buildings is extremely high — we offer a multi-unit treatment program with consolidated scheduling for property managers.
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Our Pest Control Process
Connect & Schedule
Your protection starts with a simple conversation.
Our friendly customer service team listens to your concerns, answers questions, and helps schedule an inspection or service visit at your convenience.
Inspection & Diagnosis
We Identify the Source
Our certified technicians perform a detailed inspection of your property — inside and out. We identify pest types, entry points, and contributing conditions to determine exactly what’s happening and why.
Customized Treatment
Science-Based Targeted Solution
Using proven Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles, we design a treatment plan tailored to your home, pest type, and environment. We use precision applications — not overuse — to ensure safe, effective, and lasting results.
Guaranteed Results
Professional Service Guaranteed
Our trained specialists apply targeted treatments using the latest tools and environmentally responsible products. We treat interior and exterior zones, eliminate nests and harborage areas, and establish a protective barrier around your home.
Certified Local Expertise
Family-Focused Service
Guaranteed Results
WHY CHOOSE US
Why Homeowners Across East Texas Trust Critter Gitters
Science-Based Solutions, Never Guesswork
Science-Based Solutions, Never Guesswork
Integrity-First Service, Always
Integrity-First Service, Always
We lead with honesty and reliability. At Critter Gitters, integrity means fair pricing, clear communication, and doing the job right the first time—every time.
Training That Exceeds Industry Standards
Training That Exceeds Industry Standards
Our technicians undergo continuous training that goes beyond industry requirements, ensuring every service is performed with expert knowledge, precision, and the latest pest control techniques.
Certified Expertise You Can Trust
Certified Expertise You Can Trust
Our team is fully licensed and certified, bringing proven expertise to every job. You can trust Critter Gitters for safe, professional, and effective pest control backed by years of experience.
Guaranteed Results — Or We’ll Make It Right
Guaranteed Results — Or We’ll Make It Right
Your satisfaction is our promise. If the covered pests come back, so will we – 100% satisfaction guaranteed.
- Trusted Pest Control for Your Peace of Mind.
- Trusted Pest Control for Your Peace of Mind.
Packages
Bundle and Save 10% when you add Mosquito Duo Defense or Lawn & Ornamental to any package.
Package Includes
Essential Plan
Essential
Proven protection for everyday peace of mind.
Elite Plan
Elite
Complete coverage. Ultimate peace of mind.
Ants (Argentine, Rover & Odorous House)
Roaches (Peridomestic species)
Spiders, Millipedes, Centipedes, Crickets, Earwigs, Silverfish, Ground Beetles, Pill Bugs, and other occasional invaders
Interior and exterior treatments every 3 months
Targeted crack, crevice, and perimeter applications
Web and wasp nest removal up to 15 ft
Guaranteed re-service between visits if pests return
Rodent monitoring and exterior bait stations
Wasp nest removal up to 30 ft
Fire Ant treatment up to 20,000 sq ft
Full Sentricon® Termite Monitoring System
Carpenter Ant treatment
Additional Services
Need more than standard pest control? Our advanced services deliver customized protection for complex infestations, long-term prevention, and total peace of mind.
- Termite Inspections / WDO Real Estate Reports
- Carpenter Ants
- Fire Ants
- German Roach Clean-out
- Fleas & Ticks
- Rodent Trapping & Exclusion
- Arbor Jet Tree Injections
- Scorpion Plan
- Termite Treatments (Termidor and Sentricon)
- Bed Bugs
- Invasive Bees
- Mosquitoes
- Wildlife Trapping & Exclusion
- Lawn & Ornamental
FAQ’s
Common Questions from Our Customers
Do I need to throw away all my food and dishes?
We’ll tell you exactly what to prep before we arrive. Generally: empty cabinets where we’ll be treating, secure or remove pet food, and leave appliance gaps accessible. We don’t require throwing away food — we treat in the cracks, not on shelves.
How long until I see results?
You’ll see dead roaches within 24–48 hours as the bait takes effect. Peak kill typically occurs at 7–10 days. A follow-up visit at 2–3 weeks confirms the infestation is eliminated or catches any surviving pockets
Why do I have German roaches if my house is clean?
German roaches are almost always introduced — in a grocery bag, a used appliance, or a neighbor’s unit (in multi-family housing). Cleanliness reduces food sources but can’t prevent introduction or eliminate an active infestation. We solve the problem regardless of how it started.
Can German roaches survive in my car?
Yes. German roaches can establish in vehicles — especially if food is consumed inside. We can advise on vehicle treatment. It requires the same gel bait approach in a much smaller space.
Do I need to leave my house during treatment?
Gel bait applications require no evacuation. If we’re using a void treatment in addition to gel, we’ll let you know the specific re-entry time, which is typically under an hour.
- Trusted Pest Control for Your Peace of Mind.
- Trusted Pest Control for Your Peace of Mind.