Termite Inspection in Swan
Formosan and eastern subterranean termites both occur in Smith County, and Swan's barns and older homes give them wood near the ground.
Swan, TX · 75706
Pest Control in Swan, on US 69 North of Tyler
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Swan, TX
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pest control in Swan
Hawkins Pest Control covers Swan, the small Smith County community on US 69 about three miles north of Tyler and roughly 14 miles southwest of Hawkins. An independent, licensed local partner treats termites, fire ants, ticks, mosquitoes, wasps and rodents on Swan's country homes and acreage, and most calls get a same-day visit when a technician is free.
Swan was busier in 1892 than it is today. The Handbook of Texas lists about 200 residents that year, along with ten fruit growers, three cotton gins, a sawmill, a general store, two doctors and three schoolteachers. The post office closed in 1931, and the community settled into the quiet stretch of US 69 between Lindale and Tyler that it is now.
Local station KETK puts today's population at about 150. Swan is also known for a long-running motocross track off a county road. Many homes sit on country lots or small acreage with a shop, barn or pasture out back, which is where most pest calls here begin.
- City
- Swan, TX
- County
- Smith County
- ZIP codes
- 75706
- Hours
- Phones answered 24/7
Today in Swan
Hawkins' rain, heat and the odd hard freeze decide which pests are busy from week to week.
What termite risks do Swan homes face?
Two kinds of subterranean termites are in play. Eastern subterranean termites are common in this part of East Texas, and Formosan termites have been confirmed in Smith County by Texas A&M AgriLife. Both reach homes from the soil, so wood touching dirt, leaky faucets and deep mulch along the foundation raise the risk.
Barns, old sheds and stacked lumber left from past projects can feed colonies for years before they move toward the house. A termite inspection is estimated at Free–$125, and if you are selling, a wood-destroying insect (WDI) report for a home sale is estimated at $75–$150. When treatment is needed, termite control with liquid or bait is priced and approved before work begins.
How can Swan acreage owners cut down on ticks?
Mow, trim and check. Lone star ticks wait on brush and tall grass along woods edges, and American dog ticks favor grassy borders, so a mowed strip between the yard and the trees takes away much of their cover. Check kids, dogs and yourself after walking the back of the property, especially from spring into early summer.
Anyone who rides, hunts or works in the woods around Swan should use a repellent and check closely afterward. For the yard, flea and tick control covering the home and yard is estimated at $150–$325. Ticks here can carry ehrlichiosis and Rocky Mountain spotted fever, and Lyme disease is possible but rare.
Why do wasps and mice like Swan shops and barns?
Because shops and barns offer what both need. Paper wasps and yellowjackets build under eaves, inside stored equipment and in the ground from spring to fall, while house mice and rats move into the same buildings once fall cold fronts arrive. Feed, seed, nesting material and quiet corners keep them there through winter.
Wasp, hornet or yellowjacket nest removal is estimated at $110–$325. For rodents, rodent control that combines trapping with sealing entry points is estimated at $275–$1,100, depending on how many buildings are involved. Keep feed in sealed metal bins and sweep up spilled grain so the next batch of mice has less reason to move in.
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Flea & Tick Control in Swan
Woods edges and tall grass on Swan acreage keep ticks close to dogs, kids and anyone working outside.
Fire Ant Control in Swan
Open, rolling yards and pasture along US 69 sprout new mounds after spring and fall rains.
Rodent Control in Swan
Shops, barns and feed rooms draw mice and rats when cold fronts arrive in the fall.
Wasp & Bee Removal in Swan
Paper wasps and yellowjackets nest under shop eaves, in stored equipment and in the ground along fence lines.
Mosquito Control in Swan
Ponds, highway ditches and rain-filled low spots keep mosquitoes active until the first hard freeze.
Coverage
Where we work in Swan
Neighborhoods we cover
- Homes along US 69
- County roads east and west of US 69
- Small-acreage tracts between Swan and Lindale
Landmarks and main roads
- US 69
- Swan's long-running motocross track
- Tyler, about 3 miles south
- Lindale, to the northwest
- Wood Springs, to the northwest
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FAQ
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Is Swan considered part of Tyler?
No. Swan is an unincorporated community in Smith County, about three miles north of Tyler on US 69, and it belongs to the Tyler metro area. Addresses usually read Tyler, and census ZIP boundaries place the community in 75706, though some nearby properties use other Tyler ZIPs.
How long does it take to get a technician to Swan?
Swan is about 14 miles from Hawkins in a straight line, across the Sabine and I-20. Most calls are scheduled the same day when a partner technician is available, and someone answers the phone 24/7. An after-hours or emergency visit carries an extra fee, estimated at $50–$150.
Will the treatment affect my horses or livestock?
Products are applied according to their labels, and many labels set clear limits around animals, feed and water. Tell the call taker about horses, cattle, chickens or ponds near the work area. The technician explains how long animals should stay off treated ground, and the written report lists what was applied and where.
Are there scorpions in Swan?
Yes, but only one kind. Texas A&M AgriLife says the striped bark scorpion is the only species found in eastern Texas. It hides in bark, wood piles, shop clutter and attics and wanders indoors in hot, dry spells. A spider or scorpion treatment is estimated at $135–$275.