Fire Ant Control in Hufsmith
Road widening and new construction along Hufsmith-Kohrville Road and FM 2978 keep stirring up colonies.
Hufsmith, TX · 77375
Hufsmith Pest Control Between Tomball and Spring Creek
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Hufsmith, TX
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pest control in Hufsmith
Magnolia Pest Control serves Hufsmith, the historic rail-stop community about 2 miles northeast of Tomball along FM 2978, Hufsmith Road and Hufsmith-Kohrville Road. Older homes on shaded lots, growing neighborhoods, new businesses along widened roads and the Spring Creek floodplain to the north bring termites, fire ants, mosquitoes and rodents.
Hufsmith began as a stop on the International–Great Northern Railroad between Spring and Navasota and took its name from railroad superintendent Frank Hufsmith; its post office opened in 1902. Many early residents were Black families who settled after the Civil War, among them Anderson King, a formerly enslaved man who gave land for a school, and the Texas Freedom Colonies Project documents Hufsmith among these communities.
In 1914 Hufsmith had about 150 residents, four general stores and a cotton gin, and local farmers grew cotton and potatoes. Bogs-Hufsmith Cemetery on Bogs Road, now a designated Historic Texas Cemetery, traces back to a 1925 land purchase by trustees of two local churches. Today the old farm roads are being widened, and new homes and businesses are filling in around older houses on large lots.
- City
- Hufsmith, TX
- County
- Harris County
- ZIP codes
- 77375
- Hours
- Phones answered 24/7
Today in Hufsmith
Magnolia's heat, humidity and rain change which pests are active from week to week.
Coverage
Where we work in Hufsmith
Neighborhoods we cover
- Hufsmith Road corridor
- Hufsmith-Kohrville Road
- Homes along FM 2978
- Bogs Road and Spell Road
- Hufsmith-Kuykendahl Road
Landmarks and main roads
- FM 2978
- Hufsmith Road
- Hufsmith-Kohrville Road
- Conroe-Hufsmith Road
- Bogs-Hufsmith Cemetery
- Spring Creek
- SH 249 (Tomball Parkway)
- FM 2920
Why do termites show up in older Hufsmith homes?
Older houses here often sit on large lots with mature pines and oaks, wood fences and outbuildings that have stood for decades. Wood touching soil, roof leaks that keep framing damp and old stumps all help subterranean termites, and Formosan termites, now established in the Houston region, swarm at dusk in late spring.
If you spot winged insects at a window or mud tubes on the slab, save a few in a sealed bag and book a termite inspection, which typically costs from free to $125.
Does Spring Creek bring mosquitoes and flood pests to Hufsmith?
Spring Creek forms the Harris–Montgomery county line just north of Hufsmith, where FM 2978 crosses it on a bridge TxDOT has been replacing and widening. The creek's wooded floodplain spills over in big storms, and backwater pools there and in roadside ditches breed mosquitoes for weeks afterward.
When the creek rises, fire ants float out in rafts and rodents move to higher ground, which often means garages, sheds and wall voids. After a flood, wear gloves when moving debris and check stored items before bringing them inside.
How do road projects and new construction change pest pressure?
FM 2978 and parts of Hufsmith-Kohrville Road have been widened from two lanes to four, and new houses and commercial buildings keep going up along both. Earthwork breaks up fire ant colonies and drives mice and rats out of brush, so homes beside a project often see more activity while it lasts, and fire ant treatment runs about $120–$300 for a typical lot.
Shops, offices and warehouses opening in the corridor do best with steady service from day one. Commercial pest control plans, typically $75–$250 a month, include a written report after each visit for your records.
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Mosquito Control in Hufsmith
Backwater in the Spring Creek floodplain and roadside ditches breeds mosquitoes after heavy rain.
Rodent Control in Hufsmith
Mice and rats displaced by clearing and high water look for shelter in garages, sheds and attics.
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Also serving areas near Hufsmith
Tomball
ZIP 77375, 77377
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ZIP 77355, 77362
FAQ
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Is Hufsmith part of Tomball?
No. Hufsmith is an unincorporated community in Harris County about 2 miles northeast of Tomball, though most addresses use Tomball and ZIP 77375. Magnolia Pest Control serves the whole area, from Hufsmith Road to FM 2978, and most calls are scheduled the same day.
I lease a warehouse off Hufsmith-Kohrville Road. Can you set up a pest plan?
We can. Commercial plans usually focus on rodents, cockroaches and ants around loading doors, break rooms and dumpsters. The price, typically $75–$250 a month, depends on the building's size and the pests found, and we confirm it before the first service.
What should I do after Spring Creek floods my property?
Stay clear of floating or piled debris, where fire ants may cluster, and wear gloves and boots during cleanup. Once the water drops, check garages, sheds and crawlspaces for rodents and new ant mounds. Call (281) 326-6212 if you find stinging insects or signs of rats inside.
Are fire ants dangerous to kids and pets in Hufsmith-area yards?
Fire ant stings raise burning welts, a child or pet that disturbs a mound can be stung many times, and people with allergies can react severely. Treating the yard with bait plus mound treatments, about $120–$300 for a typical lot, lowers the risk.