Bulldog Termite & Pest

Bulldog Termite & Pest runs pest control work from San Marcos, Texas. They handle termite inspections and treatments along with general jobs on roaches, ants of several kinds, and scorpions. Homeowners and a few business owners reach them for one-time fixes or recurring visits on houses and restaurants. The company sends out technicians such as Quentin, Quintin, and Lyle who perform the sprays and explain the steps on site.

Reviews describe German cockroach cases that started from delivered boxes and cleared after a single visit with safe chemicals around kids and pets. Crazy ant problems that home products failed to stop got resolved when Quentin arrived the same day, covered the property thoroughly, and stayed friendly with large dogs on the job. Carpenter ant takeovers in kitchens were handled with on-time arrivals, clear explanations of the treatment, and quick results that held. Scorpion issues stayed under control through quarterly stops where the technician asked about current trouble spots and adjusted the work. Some termite calls from years back brought continued activity after the first treatment and limited follow-up despite warranty mentions.

Calls on holidays like Memorial Day or Labor Day weekend often led to next-day or same-day slots. A 30-day guarantee is included with most services, and return visits within that window are offered if bugs reappear. Pricing comes in lower than other local outfits for the ongoing work, though the first visit runs higher. Technicians show up when promised, answer questions directly, and use products noted as safe near dogs, birds, and children. Service covers the San Marcos area with recurring stops for some customers over multiple years.

The company sits at 4.7 from 37 reviews. Common points include fast scheduling even on short notice, solid results on roaches and ants, and technicians who stay patient and informative. A few reviews flag weak follow-through on older termite warranties after several years.

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“We hired Bulldog Pest in 2019 for termite treatment and paid approximately $1000 for what was described as a 10-year warranty on our home. We made it clear at the time that this was our long-term residence—not a home sale situation—and that we were relying on that warranty for ongoing protection and peace of mind. Within about two years, we noticed continued termite activity and reached out. We were given advice over the phone, but no follow-up inspection or re-treatment was scheduled. Now, six years post-payment, we are again dealing with termites. Despite multiple calls, emails, and requests to resolve this—including offering to pay any applicable service fee for re-treatment—we have not received any response from the owner. At this point, the only service we received for the $1,000 was the initial visit, which lasted approximately 1–2 hours. We have made multiple good-faith efforts to resolve this directly but have been unable to get any communication. We are currently pursuing this through the BBB and the company’s bonding provider in an effort to recover a portion of our loss and ensure this doesn't happen to other people. We would still strongly prefer to resolve this dir”

“Thank God for Them. We somehow got German cockroaches (thanks Amazon boxes) which is like my top fear for bugs. They carry diseases, are hard to eradicate, and I'm terrified of them. We also have a small child and I'm extra susceptible to disease. It was a nightmare situation. I called Bulldog on Memorial Day expecting to leave a message. To my surprise, the nicest man answered and got me scheduled for the NEXT DAY. He explained their very reasonable prices, 30 day guarantee, and a process for visits after 30 days if we got infested again. Tuesday came and he was on time, did a thorough job, and used chemicals that are safe for kids and dogs. I haven't seen a single roach since- and trust me, I've been looking. He had told me that usually one treatment is enough but I honestly didn't believe him because it took 3 treatments at a previous home to get rid of them. The proof is in the pudding- we're roach free now and I'm so relieved. Bulldog does an exceptional job but I also really appreciate how kind and personable they are. They are a family business, devoted to serving the community, and that speaks volumes. I was especially impressed that Quintin, who treated our home, is bal”

“We have never hired an exterminator before this. Always done it ourselves. However, this time my chemicals were no match for the crazy ants. The exceptional service began with the girl who scheduled us... same day. She was very sweet and helpful and informed us of the 30 day guarantee included with the service. Quentin was our technician. He was terrific!!! Very informative and extraordinarily thorough. He even loved on our huge dogs instead of being terrified like most people who have been in our home. I truly believe they made a great hire there. I would definitely recommend them and hire them again.”

“Bulldog is really a great value and is cheaper than other local businesses in the San Marcos area. The initial visit is higher but it was expected and the guy who came the first time came back on my quarterly visit and was professional, personal, and a nice guy. He came in and asked about my concerns and told me what would help and what he was going to do. I saw immediate results and have been happy with their services since.”

“At 6pm I walked into my kitchen to find ants had taken over my kitchen. I called Bulldog Termite & Pest thinking I would leave them a voice message for the next day but instead I had a very nice lady answer my phone call and was able to book an appointment over the phone! They showed up at my house on time and explained what I had and how they would fix it. Very knowledge, honest and reliable. Hands down they are the BEST! Loved the fact that the treatment they used was safe for animals since I have a bird and dog in the home. I can sleep good tonight knowing my home is not going to be carried away by the carpenter ants. Thank you Bulldog Termite & Pest for such great service!”

“Bulldog squeezed me in on short notice and was very accommodating to my schedule. Quinton showed up exactly on time and was extremely nice. Really… a super nice dude. They did a great job and I will definitely be supporting this local business going forward.”

“I don't know how to thank Bulldog Termite and Pest enough. We ended up with a german roach infestation. We had tried to treat it ourselves and it quickly got out of hand. They calmed us down and came quickly (we called on a Friday and they were out BEFORE scheduled arrival time on Monday). Quintin was kind, respectful and patient - I misunderstood that just under the sink needed to cleaned out when really it was ALL of the kitchen cabinets so he took care of the outdoor area and rest of the house while I emptied the cabinet. Everything was explained to me very clearly, that the treatment turns to bait when it dries and that it may take a couple weeks to work. I'm still within the 30 day warranty period, but it's quite evident that I won't need to be re-serviced for this particular issue. Great family owned business. I highly recommend. I have my HOME back for the holidays and it was WORTH EVERY PENNY!”

“If you are looking for an exterminator, I would not hesitate to call these people. They have an excellent product, excellent customer service, and they are just excellent people. They have helped us out of creepy Crawley situations many times, and we have been clients for years.”

“Top notch service! Great communication and Quentin was so patient as he answered all my questions. They were able to do a termite inspection for me and then a few days later were able to come back and perform the service. We love supporting a small business and this one is amazing!”

“I had recently discovered Bulldog termite and pest control and from the start of communication it was handled professionally. I was scheduled quickly and they were on time on with every task. The job they have done has been terrific and will continue to use the company!”

“Awesome and very very responsive! We've had a problem with scorpions and they've been able to help keep everything under control. When they come, they always ask about our main pest control problems so they can adjust for our needs. I highly recommend Bulldog Termite & Pest Control.”

“Edit to respond to Bulldog's reply: "Give it about a week to see what happens" is not really an explanation. If it is normal for your products to take a week to work, that should be made clear before you start a job. It took nearly a week to get a tech out (it was Labor Day week). In that time, I had pretty much gotten the ants under control. Still, I paid the pros for peace of mind. Nice guy showed up on time on Thursday morning and treated two houses in about 90 minutes. He said we'd start seeing dead ants. Instead, what we saw was a new infestation of very live ants. They offer a 30-day guarantee, so I called and left a VM on Saturday about the new ants. They left me a VM on Monday stating that “the owner” said to give it a week to start working. WTF? If the ants are gone after a week, I'll attribute it to all the spraying I've done since Bulldog left. Their Bayer products, Suspend Polyzone and Temprid SC have not had much, if any, effect. Seems like a waste of a few hundred bucks compared to DIY.”

“We started service and had our 1st spray in July 19, 2017. We bought a house and our inspector suggested this company so we went with them. We were quoted $150 for 1st visit, then discount quarterly. We we're told if we see bugs between visits to call and they'd come take care of it and it would be included in costs. Our cost came to over $300 which surprised us, but we paid and moved on. On July 31st, I messaged Autumn and let her know we were still seeing tiny roaches in the upstairs bathroom and ants in the kitchen but no bugs anywhere else. She said they'd come out and take care of it. 1st week of August they sprayed bathroom again and put a gel in the kitchen for the ants. She told me to let her know in about 2-3 weeks if I see a difference and if not, they'd spray but wanted to try the gel first. No problem. About 2, 2 and a half weeks Iater messaged her and let her know the ants we're actually worse than before. No reply. A few days later I messaged again. No response. This time I call and left a voicemail. No response. I finally get a hold of her 1st week in September and tell her what was going on and how I had messaged and left a voicemail. She proceeded to tell me I need”

“I have been using Bulldog Termite & Pest Control for the past 8 years. Lyle does an excellent, professional job. My wife and I are always extremely satisfied with the service we receive!!!”

“We have used Bulldog Termite & Pest Control for two years now, and we couldn't be happier. They are friendly and considerate, their pest control treatments are effective, and their pricing is moderate. 'Our highest recommendation!”

“They are the best. Great customer service and always willing to go the extra mile. They service our restaurant and our home. Both our home and business are on recurring service and we never have bugs. Their products are safe for our dogs!!”

“Cannot say enough good things with the service given by this awesome company, from the customer service over the phone when I called to schedule my home visit to the great job and awesome personality of the young man who did the home visit. Extremely pleased! Thanks!.....Angelina C.”

“We have been using Bulldog pest control for about 9 years or more. He does a great job. We have never felt the need to swich to anyone else.”

“Bulldog is the best!!! So friendly and great at their job! I've never had to call for additional services, they get the pests first time around!”

“Had my property sprayed about a month ago and have yet to see any ants or roaches anywhere around! Outstanding work! If your looking to get rid of unwanted pest I highly suggest calling these guys!”