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Live Oak, TX Pest Control
Stride Pest Control has served homes and businesses across the San Antonio area since 2020. We are one of fewer than 3% of pest control companies nationwide to hold both QualityPro and GreenPro certifications, and every technician who steps on your property is individually licensed by the state. Our San Antonio team carries a 5-star rating across 736+ Google reviews and an A+ from the BBB with zero complaints on file – part of the Stride Pest Control family, trusted across Central Texas with 2,400+ five-star reviews across all locations and platforms.
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Stride Pest Control
3501 Pin Oak Dr #110, San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 547-8410Â | Monday - Saturday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
TDA License TPCL #827449 - Pest, Termite
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Our Pest Control Services in Live Oak
Live Oak is a Bexar County community where the humid subtropical climate keeps pest pressure high year-round. Hot summers push ants, roaches, and scorpions toward the cool side of your foundation, and winters rarely get cold enough to knock populations back. Stride Pest Control is a family-owned, licensed and insured pest control service providing residential pest control, termite pest treatment, rodent control, mosquito control, bed bug extermination, and insect control across Live Oak. If you need a Live Oak exterminator you can count on, call us for a free inspection.
Our San Antonio office operates under TPCL #827449, licensed by the Texas Department of Agriculture structural pest control licensing requirements for Pest and Termite categories. Alex Randall owns and operates the location as certified applicator alongside Raul Ramos. Stride holds QualityPro certification standards from the NPMA and maintains an A+ rating with the BBB with zero complaints. Every service member passes a background check and drug screening. We follow integrated pest management principles from the EPA – inspect, identify, recommend non-chemical fixes, and treat only when needed. Products are odorless, colorless, and pet-safe. We run on service agreements, not contracts, with free re-service if pests return between visits.
Common Live Oak Pests and Warning Signs
| Pest | Peak Season | Warning Signs |
|---|---|---|
| Fire ants | Spring through fall | Mounded soil in yard, stings when disturbed |
| German cockroaches | Year-round (indoor) | Droppings in cabinets, musty odor, egg cases near appliances |
| Subterranean termites | Spring swarms, active year-round | Mud tubes on foundation, hollow-sounding wood, discarded wings |
| Roof rats | Fall and winter | Scratching in attic, droppings along walls, gnaw marks |
| Mosquitoes | March through November | Standing water on property, bites at dusk |
| Bed bugs | Year-round | Bites in a line, blood spots on sheets, dark fecal stains on mattress seams |
| Brown recluse spiders | Spring through fall | Violin-shaped marking, webs in undisturbed storage areas |
| Striped bark scorpions | Spring through fall | Found in shoes, closets, or bathrooms at night |
| Fleas and ticks | Spring through fall | Pet scratching, tiny dark specks on pet bedding, bites on ankles |
Live Oak Ant Control
Fire ants are the number one ant complaint we get from Live Oak homeowners. Mounds pop up in yards, along driveways, and in flower beds – sometimes overnight after a good rain. A single colony can hold hundreds of thousands of workers, and they defend their mounds aggressively. For yards with multiple mounds, we use the Texas A&M AgriLife two-step fire ant control method – a broadcast bait application followed by targeted mound treatments. This approach knocks down existing colonies and prevents new ones from establishing.
Carpenter ants, crazy ants, and odorous house ants also show up in Live Oak properties. Each species has different nesting habits and bait preferences. Our service members identify the species before choosing a treatment – what works on fire ants won’t necessarily work on a tawny crazy ant colony trailing along your foundation. Ant control is included in every general pest control service agreement, and if ants come back between visits, we re-treat at no charge. For a dedicated Live Oak pest control plan targeting ants, call us for a free inspection.
Live Oak Cockroach Control
German roaches and American roaches are the two species we deal with most in Live Oak. German roaches live indoors – kitchens, bathrooms, anywhere there’s warmth and moisture. They reproduce fast. A single female can produce hundreds of offspring in her lifetime, and by the time you spot one in daylight, the population behind your walls is usually well established. American roaches (the big ones people call “waterbugs”) come in from outside, especially when temperatures spike or heavy rain floods their outdoor hiding spots.
Our cockroach extermination starts with a thorough inspection to find where they’re nesting and how they’re getting in. We use gel baits, dust applications in wall voids, and residual treatments along entry points. Sealing gaps under doors, around plumbing penetrations, and at weep holes makes a big difference too. Roaches carry bacteria that can trigger asthma and allergic reactions, so this isn’t just a comfort issue – it’s a health concern. If you’re seeing roaches in your Live Oak home, a free inspection from our licensed team is the fastest way to get ahead of the problem.
Live Oak Rodent Control
Roof rats and house mice are the rodent species we see most in Live Oak. Roof rats are climbers – they get into attic spaces through gaps at the roofline, around utility penetrations, and through soffit vents that aren’t properly screened. A single mouse can squeeze through openings as small as a dime. Both species contaminate food, chew through wiring (a real fire risk), and leave droppings that carry rodent pest facts and health risks from the NPMA-documented pathogens including hantavirus and salmonella.
Our rodent control program uses interior trapping to eliminate the animals already inside your home, followed by exterior exclusion to seal the entry points that let them in. We check every gap, vent, and utility line penetration. Exclusion is what makes the difference between a temporary fix and a lasting one – if you don’t close the door, more rats walk in. Rodent control starts at $349, and we offer follow-up monitoring to make sure the problem stays solved. Schedule a free inspection for Live Oak rodent control today.
Live Oak Mosquito Control
Mosquito season in Live Oak runs from roughly March through November – about nine months of the year. Standing water in birdbaths, clogged gutters, plant saucers, and low spots in the yard give mosquitoes everything they need to breed. A single bottle cap of standing water is enough for a female mosquito to lay eggs. Beyond the itchy bites, mosquitoes in Central Texas can carry West Nile virus, Zika, and other diseases outlined by the mosquito-borne disease prevention from the CDC.
Stride’s mosquito control uses a two-prong approach. We target adult mosquitoes with barrier treatments applied to vegetation, fences, and shaded resting areas around your yard. At the same time, we treat standing water sources with larvicide to stop the next generation before it hatches. Monthly treatments during mosquito season keep populations down so you can actually use your yard. Live Oak mosquito control plans start with a free property assessment – call us to get on the schedule.
Live Oak Bed Bug Control
Bed bugs don’t care how clean your house is. They hitchhike in on luggage, used furniture, and even clothing. Once they’re in, they hide in mattress seams, headboard joints, baseboards, and electrical outlets during the day and feed at night. The bites often show up in lines or clusters, and many people don’t react right away – so the infestation can grow for weeks before anyone notices. The bed bug identification and signs of infestation from the CDC outlines what to look for: blood spots on sheets, dark fecal stains on mattress seams, and shed skins.
Over-the-counter foggers don’t work on bed bugs. They scatter the population deeper into walls and furniture without killing them. Our bed bug treatment uses targeted chemical applications to the areas where bed bugs hide and breed. Every treatment includes a follow-up inspection at 10-14 days to check for survivors and re-treat if needed. Bed bug extermination is a specialty service – it’s not part of a general pest agreement – but inspections are always free. If you suspect bed bugs in your Live Oak home, call for a same-day inspection before the problem spreads.
Live Oak Termite Control
Subterranean termites are the primary termite species in Live Oak and across Bexar County. They build mud tubes from the soil up your foundation to reach wood in your home, and they work silently – most homeowners don’t know they have termites until a wall feels spongy or a door frame sags. Swarmers appear in spring, usually after a rain, and discarded wings near windows or doors are one of the earliest visible signs. Termites cause billions in structural damage nationwide every year, and homeowner’s insurance typically does not cover it. For identification help, see subterranean termite identification and control from Texas A&M AgriLife.
Our San Antonio office holds Termite category licensing under TPCL #827449, and Alex Randall is a TDA Certified Applicator for termite work. We offer subterranean termite treatment, annual inspections, and Wood Destroying Insect Reports (WDIR) for real estate transactions. Treatment involves bait station installation around your home’s perimeter, monitored on a regular schedule. Ongoing termite protection starts at approximately $49 per month after installation. For a free termite inspection on your Live Oak property, call (210) 547-8410.
Live Oak Spider Control
Brown recluse and black widow spiders both live in the Live Oak area. Brown recluses hide in undisturbed spots – cardboard boxes, closets, attics, and garages. Black widows prefer dark, sheltered spaces outside like meter boxes, under eaves, and in woodpiles. Both are venomous. Most spider problems inside a home point to another issue: if there are enough insects inside to feed spiders, the underlying bug control needs attention too.
Our spider extermination targets both the spiders and their food source. We remove webs, apply residual treatments to common hiding areas, and address the insect populations that draw spiders indoors. Spider control is included in every general pest control services agreement.
Live Oak Scorpion Control
Striped bark scorpions are the most common species in the San Antonio area, including Live Oak. They’re nocturnal – most people find them when they step on one in the dark or shake one out of a shoe. Their sting is painful but rarely dangerous for healthy adults, though it can be more serious for small children and pets.
Scorpion control focuses on reducing the insects scorpions feed on and sealing entry points they use to get inside. We treat along the foundation, around door frames, and in garage areas. Reducing outdoor clutter – firewood stacks, rock piles, leaf debris – also cuts down on activity near your home. Scorpion control is covered under our general pest management agreements.
Live Oak Flea, Tick, and Chigger Control
Fleas, ticks, and chiggers make their way inside on pets and clothing. Fleas breed fast – a single female can lay 50 eggs a day – and once they’re in your carpet, store-bought flea bombs rarely solve the problem. Ticks carry Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Chiggers don’t carry disease but their bites itch for days.
Our treatment covers both indoor and outdoor areas. We treat carpets, pet resting areas, and upholstered furniture inside, and apply yard treatments to grass and shaded areas where these pests wait for a host. Keeping up with your pet’s veterinary flea and tick prevention is the other half of the equation. Contact Stride Pest Control for a free consultation.
Our Specialized Pest Control Services
For pests that require targeted treatment methods, we offer dedicated service programs. Every service starts with a free inspection.
Termites
Central Texas is home to multiple subterranean termite species that stay active year-round in our warm, humid climate. We provide termite treatment, ongoing monitoring, and Wood Destroying Insect Reports (WDIR) for real estate transactions.
Rodents
Mice and roof rats are a year-round problem in Austin, TX, with call volume increasing in the fall and winter as rodents seek shelter indoors. We use interior trapping and exterior exclusion to seal entry points and remove existing populations. Every rodent service starts with a free inspection.
Bed Bugs
Bed bugs are hitchhikers that can show up in any Central Texas home regardless of cleanliness, often arriving on luggage, furniture, or clothing. We use targeted chemical applications with a follow-up inspection at 10-14 days to confirm elimination.
Mosquitoes
Central Texas heat and humidity create ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes from early spring through late fall. Our two-prong approach targets both adult mosquitoes and larvae to reduce populations around your property.
Cockroaches
Roaches thrive in the warm, humid conditions across Central Texas and can carry bacteria, contaminate food, and trigger allergies and asthma. We identify the species to determine the right treatment approach - German roaches require specific prep steps and targeted application.
Ants
Central Texas is home to multiple ant species that invade homes looking for food and water, including fire ants, carpenter ants, and acrobat ants. We identify the species first because different ants require different treatment methods. Every service starts with a free inspection and includes pet/family-friendly products.
Spiders
Central Texas homes commonly see brown recluse and black widow spiders along with wolf spiders, jumping spiders, and orb weavers. We treat the interior and exterior of your home, focusing on the entry points and areas where spiders nest. Every service starts with a free inspection by a TDA-licensed technician.
Scorpions
Scorpions are common across Central Texas, especially in newer developments built on previously undeveloped land where scorpion populations are already established. We treat around the foundation, entry points, and harborage zones where scorpions hide during the day. .
STRIDE FORWARD
Our Strategic ECO-BASED Program
Stride Forward is our Integrated Pest Management program where we partner with our clients in the long-term removal and prevention of pests. Keeping your property free of unwanted insects and rodents works best when we work together.
The program combines habitat manipulation, biological control, cultural behavior changes, and the targeted use of products designed to repel or eradicate pests. Our approach follows five steps, with non-chemical methods prioritized before any product application.
Why Homeowners Choose Stride Pest Control
Homeowners choose Stride Pest Control because we back up every service with real credentials - not just promises.
We're licensed by the Texas Department of Agriculture with two Certified Applicators on staff, and owner Alex Randall holds Termite and General Pest Control Operator certifications from both Texas and the EPA.
Our QualityPro and GreenPro certifications through the National Pest Management Association mean every service member passes background checks before hire and annual criminal and sexual predator screenings before entering your home.
Stride has served nearly 12,000 customers across Central Texas since 2013, and our San Antonio location carries a BBB A+ rating with zero complaints and a 5-star rating across 736+ Google reviews.
If the problem comes back between visits, so do we - at no extra charge.
Stride Pest Control Company Overview
| Company | Stride Pest Control San Antonio LLC |
|---|---|
| Owner | Alex Randall |
| TDA License | TPCL #827449 - Pest, Termite |
| Responsible Certified Applicator | Alexander C Randall |
| Certified Applicators | Alexander Randall, Raul Ramos |
| Licensed Technicians | Gerrit Randall |
| Certifications | QualityPro, GreenPro (NPMA Foundation for Professional Pest Management) |
| Insurance | Active liability insurance on file with TDA (expires 08/01/2026) |
| Reviews | 5 stars / 736 Google reviews / 8 Yelp reviews / 458 BirdEye reviews |
| Guarantee | Same-day service (calls before 3:00 PM) | Free re-service between treatments | Full refund if multiple treatments fail |
| BBB | A+ rating, zero complaints |
| Founded | January 2020 | 6 years in business |
San Antonio Service Area
Stride's San Antonio office at 3501 Pin Oak Dr sits just off I-10 near the Medical Center, which puts most of the metro within a 30-minute drive. The team runs routes Monday through Saturday across Bexar County and into Comal, Guadalupe, and Kendall counties, covering residential neighborhoods, commercial properties, and multi-family housing.
Route scheduling is built around geography, so your technician knows the roads and the pest pressures specific to your part of the metro rather than driving in cold from across town. That local familiarity also means they know which species are most active in each area and what construction types to watch for during inspections.
San Antonio Neighborhoods and Communities
- San Antonio
- New Braunfels
- Canyon Lake
- Cibolo
- Converse
- Schertz
- Seguin
- Boerne
- Fair Oaks Ranch
- Helotes
- Leon Valley
- Live Oak
- Selma
- Universal City
- Alamo Heights
- Bulverde
- Timberwood Park
- Castle Hills
- Shavano Park
- Hollywood Park
- Olmos Park
- Terrell Hills
- Windcrest
- Garden Ridge
- Cross Mountain
- Scenic Oaks
- Balcones Heights
- Castroville
Our Certifications & Awards
Stride Pest Control holds QualityPro and GreenPro certifications through the NPMA's Foundation for Professional Pest Management. QualityPro represents the pest management industry's highest accreditation - often called the "Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval" for pest control - requiring background checks on all employees, drug-free workplace policies, and adherence to 16 standards that exceed state and federal requirements.
The San Antonio office operates under TPCL #827449 with Certified Applicators Alexander Randall and Raul Ramos on staff. Both hold Pest and Termite categories through the Texas Department of Agriculture. We are active members of the Texas Pest Control Association and the National Pest Management Association, with team attendance at Pest World in 2023, 2024, and 2025.
Stride maintains a BBB A+ rating for the San Antonio location with zero complaints on file.
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