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The Stride Pest Control Round Rock Podcast

The Stride Pest Control Round Rock Podcast

Written by: Tyson Kearns
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Stride Pest Control is a family-owned, independently operated pest control company headquartered right in Round Rock, Texas, where owner Tyson Kearns moved his family from the Rocky Mountains in 2013 to plant roots and build a business from the ground up. Round Rock is not just a service area for Stride. It is home base. Tyson brought nine years of pest control industry experience into the company, having worked as a technician, in management, and as Chief Marketing Officer at Preventive Pest Control before launching Stride on a simple mission: to provide the best possible pest control service, in the nicest possible way. What started as a one-person operation has grown into a team of over 20 employees serving Austin, San Antonio, Waco, and dozens of Central Texas communities. The company holds Texas Department of Agriculture Structural Pest Control licenses, is fully insured, and requires background checks on every employee before they enter a customer's home.

The certifications behind Stride's Round Rock operation put the company in rare company within the pest management industry. Stride holds both QualityPro and GreenPro certifications through the National Pest Management Association's Foundation for Professional Pest Management. QualityPro is widely recognized as the industry's highest accreditation, requiring adherence to 16 standards that exceed state and federal requirements, including drug-free workplace policies and comprehensive employee screening. GreenPro certifies the company's commitment to reduced-risk, environmentally responsible treatment methods. Stride also holds QualityPro certifications in Public Health, Schools, and Food Safety, making the team qualified to serve sensitive commercial environments alongside residential properties. Austin/Round Rock Office Manager Michael Honeycutt carries an Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE) designation through the Entomological Society of America, a credential that requires at least five years of experience and a comprehensive entomology examination. The company is an active member of the Texas Pest Control Association, the Round Rock Chamber of Commerce, and the Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce, and in 2025 Stride was voted Best Pest Control Company in the 12th Annual Best of Round Rock Awards, a community-driven recognition program that drew 50,000 votes across 191 categories and 943 businesses. Stride also received the Platinum award in the Round Rock Community Votes 2025 program. Both the Austin and San Antonio locations maintain a BBB A+ rating with zero complaints on file.

With a 4.9-star rating across more than 2,400 verified reviews on Google, Yelp, and Facebook, Stride's reputation in Round Rock is built on over a decade of documented results from nearly 12,000 customers served. Technicians like Cade, Alexander, Jonah, Raul, Ramone, Tyler, Henry, and David are regularly called out by name in reviews for their thoroughness, knowledge, and the kind of attention to detail that customers describe as unlike any pest control experience they have had before. The company offers same-day service when you call before 3 PM, guarantees service within 24 hours, and backs every maintenance plan with unlimited free re-services between scheduled visits. If the problem comes back, Stride comes back at no extra charge. In 13 years and nearly 12,000 customers, the company has never had to issue a refund under its satisfaction guarantee.

Stride Pest Control Round Rock

1311 Chisholm Trail Rd Suite 404B,
Round Rock, TX 78681
(512) 254-8185

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  • Round Rock, TX Ant Control

    Round Rock, TX Ant Control
    Jun 2 2026
    Are you looking for help with Round Rock, TX ant control services? In this podcast we will be discussing which ant species commonly invade Round Rock homes, why species identification matters before any treatment is applied, and what a professional ant control program involves. Central Texas is home to fire ants, carpenter ants, acrobat ants, and multiple odorous house ant species — and the wrong treatment approach for one species can scatter another, making the problem worse. Ants enter Round Rock homes searching for food, water, and shelter, and they follow invisible chemical trails that guide the colony back to the same entry points day after day. Fire ants build mounds in yards and landscaping and will sting aggressively when disturbed. Carpenter ants excavate galleries inside wood members, similar to termites, and can cause structural damage over time if untreated. The EPA guidance on ant control emphasizes that identification is the essential first step because treatment strategies differ significantly between species. Warning signs include ant trails leading from exterior entry points to kitchens or bathrooms, fire ant mounds appearing in the yard after rain, sawdust-like frass below baseboards or in crawl spaces (carpenter ants), and small piles of soil near foundation cracks. If you are seeing ants indoors consistently, a colony is either nesting inside the structure or has established a reliable foraging path from outside. How Round Rock Ant Control Works Round Rock ant control starts with species identification — because different ants require different treatment methods, correct ID before treatment is what separates a lasting result from a temporary fix. Visit our ant control service page for details on our identification and treatment process. A typical ant control job in Round Rock follows these steps: Species identification: Ant species confirmed before any product is selected or appliedEntry point mapping: Trails, gaps, and cracks where ants are entering the structure identifiedInterior treatment: Targeted gel baits, residual applications, or void treatments based on speciesExterior perimeter: Foundation, landscaping, and mound treatments applied where appropriateFollow-up evaluation: Re-inspection and free re-treatment if activity persists between visits Every Stride ant treatment uses pet- and family-safe products selected for the specific species present. Stride holds TPCL #667951, and all technicians are TDA-licensed and trained on ant biology and identification. The Round Rock office manager holds an ACE designation from the Entomological Society of America. About Stride Pest Control Stride Pest Control has protected Round Rock and Austin-area homes since 2013. Founded by Tyson Kearns with nine years of industry experience, the company has grown into a 20-plus employee operation that has served nearly 12,000 Central Texas customers. Stride is QualityPro and GreenPro certified — credentials held by fewer than 3% of U.S. pest control companies — and is an active member of the Texas Pest Control Association. Key credentials: TPCL #667951 — Texas Department of AgricultureQualityPro and GreenPro certified through the NPMA Foundation6 Certified Applicators on staff — highest TDA certification levelMember: Texas Pest Control Association and Round Rock Chamber of CommerceVoted Best Pest Control in the 2025 Best of Round Rock Awards Stride holds a 4.9-star rating across 2,400+ reviews and a BBB A+ rating with zero complaints on file. Ant Control Services Across Round Rock Every Stride ant treatment is backed by our satisfaction guarantee — if ants return between scheduled visits, we come back and re-treat at no charge. Maintenance plans include unlimited free re-services. Same-day service is available when you call before 3:00 PM. Whether you are dealing with fire ant mounds in the yard or carpenter ants inside the walls, Round Rock ant control starts with Stride Pest Control. Contact us today for ant control services in Round Rock. Stride Pest Control 1311 Chisholm Trail Rd Suite 404B Round Rock, TX 78681 (512) 254-8185
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    20 mins
  • Round Rock, TX Bed Bug Control

    Round Rock, TX Bed Bug Control
    Jun 2 2026
    Are you looking for help with Round Rock, TX bed bug control services? In this podcast we will be discussing how bed bugs enter Round Rock homes, what a professional chemical treatment involves, and why bed bug infestations require a structured follow-up inspection to confirm elimination. Bed bugs are not a cleanliness issue — they are hitchhikers that arrive on luggage, used furniture, clothing, and overnight guests regardless of how clean the home is. Bed bugs feed exclusively on blood and are most active in the hours before dawn, which is why bites are discovered in the morning without a visible insect. A single mated female can produce 200 to 500 eggs over her lifetime, and infestations spread quickly from a bedroom to adjacent rooms as the population grows. The CDC and NIOSH guidance on bed bugs documents the public health and mental health impacts of infestations, including anxiety, sleep disruption, and secondary skin infections from scratching. Warning signs include small rust-colored stains on mattress seams, shed skins in box spring corners, a faint sweet musty odor in the bedroom, and bites appearing in clusters or lines on exposed skin. Finding any of these signs warrants an immediate professional inspection — bed bug populations double roughly every two weeks under ideal conditions. How Round Rock Bed Bug Control Works Round Rock bed bug control starts with a thorough inspection of the mattress, box spring, bed frame, headboard, and surrounding furniture to confirm the infestation and assess its extent. Visit our bed bug control service page for full details on the treatment process. A typical bed bug control job in Round Rock follows these steps: Full room inspection: Mattress seams, box spring, frame, headboard, nightstands, and wall outlets examinedPrep instructions: Detailed preparation checklist provided before treatment to maximize product contactTargeted chemical application: Residual insecticide applied to all harborage zones, seams, and cracks10–14 day follow-up inspection: Return visit to confirm elimination and re-treat any surviving activitySatisfaction guarantee: Additional treatments at no charge if the infestation persists after initial service Preparation before treatment is critical to results — Stride provides a full prep checklist and walks every customer through the process before service day. Every technician is TDA-licensed and trained specifically on bed bug identification and treatment protocols. Stride holds TPCL #667951 for the Round Rock location. About Stride Pest Control Stride Pest Control has been serving Round Rock and the greater Austin area since 2013, when founder Tyson Kearns started the company with one truck and a commitment to doing pest control right. The company has grown to a 20-plus employee team and has served nearly 12,000 customers across Central Texas. The QualityPro certification held by Stride requires background checks on all employees and adherence to 16 standards that exceed state and federal requirements — it is the pest management industry's highest accreditation. Office Manager Michael Honeycutt holds an ACE designation from the Entomological Society of America. Key credentials: TPCL #667951 — Texas Department of Agriculture Structural Pest ControlQualityPro and GreenPro certified through the NPMA Foundation for Professional Pest ManagementAll customer-facing employees pass full background checks and drug screeningVoted Best Pest Control Company in the 2025 Best of Round Rock Awards across 50,000 community votes Stride holds a 4.9-star rating across 2,400+ reviews and a BBB A+ rating with zero complaints on file. Bed Bug Control Services Across Round Rock Every Stride bed bug treatment includes a 10–14 day follow-up inspection and is backed by our satisfaction guarantee — if bed bugs persist after treatment, we come back at no additional charge. In 13 years and nearly 12,000 customers, we have never had to issue a refund, but the offer stands. Same-day service is available when you call before 3:00 PM. Whether you caught an infestation early or have been dealing with bed bugs for weeks, Round Rock bed bug control starts with Stride Pest Control. Contact us today for bed bug control services in Round Rock. Stride Pest Control 1311 Chisholm Trail Rd Suite 404B Round Rock, TX 78681 (512) 254-8185
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    21 mins
  • Round Rock, TX Flea and Tick Control

    Round Rock, TX Flea and Tick Control
    Jun 2 2026
    Are you looking for help with Round Rock, TX flea and tick control services? In this podcast we will be discussing how fleas and ticks establish inside Round Rock homes and yards, what a professional flea and tick treatment involves, and which diseases ticks carry in Central Texas. Central Texas's warm winters allow flea populations to remain active year-round, and the region's deer, raccoon, and feral cat populations keep tick pressure high across residential neighborhoods. A single flea brought indoors on a pet can become an infestation within weeks. Flea eggs are shed throughout the home as the pet moves — in carpet, bedding, furniture cushions, and floor cracks — and the pupal stage is highly resistant to pesticides, which is why infestations persist after a single treatment. Ticks in Central Texas include the black-legged tick and lone star tick, both of which carry reportable diseases. The CDC tick disease guidance documents active Texas risks including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and ehrlichiosis. Warning signs include pets scratching excessively, small red bites on ankles and lower legs, and visible fleas jumping on light-colored surfaces. For ticks, attached insects on family members or pets after spending time in vegetation are the clearest indicator that the yard needs treatment. How Round Rock Flea and Tick Control Works Round Rock flea and tick control starts with a property inspection covering both the interior and exterior. Because flea life stages require different treatment timing, a single visit rarely eliminates an established population — follow-up is built into every service plan. Visit our flea, tick, and chigger control page for full details on our process. A typical flea and tick control job in Round Rock follows these steps: Interior inspection: Carpet, pet resting areas, furniture, and floor cracks surveyed for flea activityExterior survey: Yard perimeter, shaded vegetation, brush lines, and pet kennel areas assessed for tick harborageInterior treatment: Residual insecticide and insect growth regulator (IGR) applied to break the flea life cycleYard treatment: Perimeter and vegetation treated to reduce tick and flea populations outside10–14 day follow-up: Re-inspection to confirm elimination of emerging adults from pre-treated pupae Stride uses pet- and family-safe products in all flea and tick treatments. Every technician is TDA-licensed and trained on flea life cycle biology — understanding pupae dormancy is essential to scheduling follow-up correctly. Stride holds TPCL #667951 for the Round Rock location. About Stride Pest Control Stride Pest Control was founded in 2013 by Tyson Kearns, who built the company from a one-person operation in Round Rock into a 20-plus employee team serving nearly 12,000 Central Texas customers. The company is QualityPro and GreenPro certified through the NPMA — certifications held by fewer than 3% of U.S. pest control companies — and follows EPA Integrated Pest Management principles in every service. Michael Honeycutt, the Round Rock office manager, holds an ACE designation from the Entomological Society of America. Key credentials: TPCL #667951 — Texas Department of AgricultureQualityPro and GreenPro certified through the NPMA Foundation6 Certified Applicators on staff — highest TDA certification levelVoted Best Pest Control in the 2025 Best of Round Rock Awards Stride holds a 4.9-star rating across 2,400+ reviews and a BBB A+ rating with zero complaints. Flea and Tick Control Services Across Round Rock Every Stride flea and tick treatment is backed by our satisfaction guarantee — if pests return between visits, we come back at no charge. Maintenance plans include unlimited free re-services. Same-day service is available when you call before 3:00 PM. Whether you are dealing with a flea infestation inside or heavy tick pressure in the yard, Round Rock flea and tick control starts with Stride Pest Control. Contact us today for flea and tick control services in Round Rock. Stride Pest Control 1311 Chisholm Trail Rd Suite 404B Round Rock, TX 78681 (512) 254-8185
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    21 mins
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