As Houston County’s most trusted licensed pest control company (TPCL #13381), Critter Gitters serves Crockett, Texas and all surrounding communities.
Termite Risk in Huntsville & Walker County
Huntsville’s older housing stock near downtown and the Sam Houston National Forest’s surrounding timber create sustained termite pressure in Walker County. Eastern subterranean termites are active year-round in the area’s sandy loam and clay soils, and swarm season (February–May) brings the first visible signs — winged alants around windows and doors — that many homeowners mistake for flying ants.
If you’ve seen swarmers or notice mud tubes on your foundation, hollow wood, or unexplained wood damage, don’t wait. Read our signs of termite infestation guide then call (936) 544-3800 immediately. Termites cause an average of $3,000 in structural damage before most homeowners notice the problem.
Sentricon Colony Elimination for Huntsville Homes
As a Certified Sentricon Always Active Specialist, Critter Gitters installs in-ground bait stations around your Huntsville home’s perimeter. Termite workers find the bait, recruit additional workers, and carry it back to the colony — systematically eliminating the queen and the entire colony over time without drilling into your foundation or applying hundreds of gallons of liquid chemical.
Sentricon is particularly effective in Walker County’s wet seasons when traditional liquid soil barriers can be diluted by rainfall and shifted by East Texas clay soil expansion. Read our full breakdown of how Sentricon works.
Service Area & Coverage
Zip Codes Served: 77340, 77320, 77341, 77342
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