Pest Control in Brownsville, TX

Brownsville is the biggest city in the Valley, and it’s built around resacas, old channels of the Rio Grande such as Resaca de la Guerra, Resaca del Rancho Viejo and the Town Resaca system, with about 3,500 acres of resacas in all (Brownsville PUB). The National Park Service notes that resacas fill after heavy rain and can hold water for weeks. Add warm, humid Gulf weather and a housing stock where about 15% of homes predate 1970 (U.S. Census ACS 2020-2024), and pests stay active almost all year. CPL Pest Control serves Brownsville homes, rentals and businesses.

Free onsite inspection for Brownsville homes, rentals and businesses.

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Pest Control Services in Brownsville, TX

Brownsville’s resacas and humid Gulf weather keep mosquitoes, termites and crazy ants busy almost all year, and restaurants and apartments here deal with roaches and rats. We treat all of these, plus fleas, fire ants, ticks and scorpions, at homes and commercial properties.

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Homes in Brownsville

The median Brownsville home was built around 1995, and about 15% predate 1970 (U.S. Census ACS 2020-2024). Older homes near the resacas, where soil stays damp, are the ones we watch most closely for termites.

Live near a resaca? Our mosquito yard service treats Brownsville backyards.

Common Pests in Brownsville

Mosquitoes and mosquito-borne disease

Brownsville has seen what mosquitoes can carry. Texas DSHS confirmed 6 locally acquired Zika cases in Brownsville in late 2016, and Cameron County had the first local dengue case in Texas in 2024. The city sprayed all 35 of its zones in late October 2026, and its entomologist pointed to standing water as the driver. Aedes aegypti breeds in buckets, tires, gutters and plant saucers, so the yard is where control starts.

Termites

Texas A&M has recorded the Formosan subterranean termite in Cameron County. Like other subterranean termites, they work hidden inside walls and swarm at night toward lights. Older homes near the resacas, where the soil stays damp, deserve a check.

Fleas and flea-borne typhus

Texas DSHS counted 621 flea-borne typhus cases in Cameron County from 2008 to 2025, including 54 in 2025. Stray animals carry fleas into yards, and pets bring them inside.

Tawny crazy ants and fire ants

Crazy ants are confirmed in Cameron County. They swarm into AC units and electrical equipment by the thousands. Fire ants take over lawns and playgrounds after every rain.

Roaches and rodents

Cockroaches and rats are year-round problems in restaurants, apartments and older homes, where worn seals and gaps make entry easy. We help property managers and business owners prepare for their inspections.

Ticks and scorpions

Cayenne ticks, which a Cameron County study found biting people, and striped bark scorpions round out the list.

Mosquitoes, roaches or crazy ants in Brownsville? Call the RGV team.

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Pest Control for Brownsville Businesses

Restaurants, food businesses, apartment complexes, offices and warehouses all need a pest plan built around inspections. We provide commercial pest control and can treat around outdoor equipment where crazy ants and rodents cause trouble.

Neighborhoods and Nearby Towns We Serve Around Brownsville

Along with Brownsville, our RGV team serves these nearby communities:

Rancho Viejo
Olmito
Los Fresnos
Cameron Park
Indian Lake
Bayview
San Benito

Out in Olmito, Rancho Viejo or Cameron Park? Call (956) 287-2118.

Also near you: San Benito. The full list is on our Rio Grande Valley pest control page.

Why Brownsville Residents Choose CPL Pest Control

Free inspection that includes resaca-side yards and older homes.
Licensed, insured technicians covering Brownsville and Cameron County.
Commercial plans for restaurants, apartments and warehouses.
Treatment around outdoor equipment where crazy ants and rodents cause trouble.
Brownsville is a full part of our RGV service area, with the same local 956 number.

Call (956) 287-2118

Our guarantee, in Christopher Villarreal’s words:

If you hire us to get rid of your pest problem and, at the end of 30 days, you are not 100% happy we’ll come back and retreat your home for free. And we’ll keep on treating it for free until you tell us you’re happy. If that still doesn’t make you happy we’ll give you back every penny you paid for the initial treatment.

Brownsville Pest Control FAQ

Do you provide pest control in Brownsville, TX?

Yes, across Brownsville and in Rancho Viejo, Olmito, Los Fresnos, Cameron Park and San Benito. Call (956) 287-2118 for a free inspection.

Do you work with apartment complexes and restaurants?

Yes. Cockroaches and rats are year-round problems in apartments and restaurants, and we set up a commercial plan built around inspections.

Are crazy ants in Brownsville?

Yes. Tawny crazy ants are confirmed in Cameron County. They swarm into AC units and electrical equipment by the thousands, so we treat around that equipment and the yard.

Do the resacas in Brownsville cause more mosquitoes?

They can add to it. Resacas fill after heavy rain and can hold water for weeks, and the city sprayed all 35 zones in late October 2026 with its entomologist pointing to standing water. Most biting mosquitoes still breed in containers near the house, so call us to check your yard.

Is my home near a resaca at higher termite risk?

Damp soil helps subterranean termites, and Formosan termites have been recorded in Cameron County. About 15% of Brownsville homes were built before 1970 (ACS 2020-2024), and older homes near water deserve a closer look. Ask us for a free inspection.

Ready to get pests out of your Brownsville home or business?

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Jessica Huggins

July 10, 2026.

I used CPL last year for a termite problem. They did a great job protecting my house and keeping me informed! This year, I saw some termites in my yard. Chris inspected and assessed that they were not getting into the house. He sprayed that area to get rid of them and then sprayed my trees again just as a precaution. All this and he did not charge me for the visit!! Talk about excellent service! I highly recommend CPL and will continue to use them for my pest control needs.

Benjamin Gonzalez

August 1, 2025.

Chris was extremely professional and communicative with his service. He helped me treat some dry wood termites. He was thorough in his inspection and explanation of the situation. Highly recommend.

Lauren Ewald

March 31, 2025.

Christopher is wonderful-professional, efficient, and thoroughly explains the process. Highly recommend.

Mars Chafi

July 17, 2024.

I had a severe case of mole issue in my front yard. Digging everywhere and destroying my lawn . Christopher came and treated the yard with carbon monoxide. The first try didn’t work but he came back 2 times after that with no charge. Now it has been about a month after the last treatment and I see no sign of the mole. Great company . Christopher is awesome. Do not hesitate to call him for any issues you might have. Trust me. Mars

Byron Rollinson

March 20, 2024.

Chris is absolutely fantastic. Quick to respond and always able to fit me in. His prices are reasonable and his service is excellent.

Richard Bolduc

January 17, 2024.

Chris at CPL was professional and knowledgeable and thorough in his pest inspection. Though he certainly has services he could have sold me, apparently my own initial attempt got lucky and appeared to have cleared out my problem, and he was honest about this evaluation. That type of honesty is just the thing that would have me coming back to CPL in the future, should the need arise. Thanks!

Dana McDonald (Rebel Dietitian)

August 23, 2023.

Thank you, Christopher, for the exceptional service! We had early signs of a termite infestation and Chris came out and treated the affected areas in one day and they are completely gone. Today I had him come out again for an ant problem outside. Will be a life-long customer. Thank you. :)