What TECPRAG Controle de Pragas does

TECPRAG Controle de Pragas is a Brazilian urban pest control services company founded in 1994 and headquartered in Campinas, São Paulo. The company delivers integrated pest management (IPM) services under its proprietary GIP TECPRAG (Gerenciamento Integrado de Pragas) program, addressing urban pests across residential, commercial, and industrial segments including insects, rodents, termites, arachnids, and pigeons. Its service portfolio is anchored by the authorized Sentricon termite colony elimination system (bait stations containing hexaflumuron, supplied by Corteva Agriscience) and the proprietary SEAP electromagnetic anti-pigeon system, supplemented by environmental sanitization services targeting viruses, bacteria, fungi, and dust mites, alongside specialized offerings for schools, endemic disease vector control (dengue, chikungunya, zika), water tank disinfection, and flea/tick management.

The company operates with a small technical team of approximately 10 employees, including biologists, urban entomologists, public health specialists, and occupational safety technicians, under responsible technical director André Luís Fernandes, who has been in pest control since 1987. Revenue is generated through professional service contracts on a quote-based pricing model determined after on-site inspection, with no public pricing. The go-to-market is direct: customer acquisition is driven by phone (19 3229.0777), WhatsApp (19 98141-0011), website lead capture, an educational blog, and active Facebook and Instagram presence, while service delivery is conducted by the company's own field teams. TECPRAG is privately held, founder-owned, with no external investors, subsidiaries, or expansion beyond the Campinas regional market, holding SIVISA operating license No. CEVS 350.950.270-812-000004-1-8 and memberships in APRAG and the US-based NPMA.

Name

TECPRAG Controle de Pragas

Legal name

Tecprag Tecnologia e Controle de Pragas

Website

https://tecprag.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1994

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

TECPRAG Controle de Pragas is a Brazilian integrated pest management (IPM) service provider founded in 1994, headquartered in Campinas, São Paulo, serving residential, commercial, and industrial clients with proprietary GIP TECPRAG programs, authorized Sentricon termite elimination, and SEAP electromagnetic pigeon control systems.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Urban Pest Control Services

NAICS

Exterminating and Pest Control Services (561710), Exterminating and Pest Control Services (56171)

SIC

Sanitary Services (4950), Specialty Cleaning, Polishing And Sanitation Preparations (2842)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial Pest Control (IMAIAHAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Commercial General Pest Control (Non-Specialty) (HSAMAAAL), Pest Management Services (IMAIAAAH), Sanitation, Monitoring & Trap/Station Programs (General) (HSAMAAAH), Pest Risk Assessments, Audits & Compliance Documentation (AFACAGAK), Sanitation, Exclusion & Pest-Proofing Consulting (HACCP/FSMA Support) (AFACAGAI)

Keywords

• Urban pest control
• Integrated pest management
• Termite control services
• Rodent control services
• Environmental sanitization services

Headquarters

HQ city

Campinas

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Professional Pest Control Services: TECPRAG generates revenue through on-site professional pest control services for residential, commercial, and industrial clients. Services include desinsetização (insect control), desratização (rodent control), descupinização (termite control), arachnid control, pigeon management, and environmental sanitization. The company serves multiple industry verticals with customized GIP programs, indicating a B2B and B2C service model with recurring service relationships.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

TECPRAG provides professional urban pest control services through its proprietary GIP TECPRAG (Gerenciamento Integrado de Pragas) Integrated Pest Management program, covering insect, rodent, termite, and arachnid control, plus environmental sanitization against viruses, bacteria, fungi, and dust mites. Specialized technology offerings include the authorized Sentricon termite colony elimination system and the proprietary SEAP electromagnetic anti-pigeon system. Services are delivered on-site by a credentialed technical team to residential, commercial, and industrial clients in Campinas and the greater region of São Paulo.

Product overview

TECPRAG Controle de Pragas is a pest control service company operating since 1994 in Campinas and region, offering a comprehensive portfolio of services organized under the GIP TECPRAG (Gerenciamento Integrado de Pragas) program umbrella. The core service portfolio includes Desinsetização (insect control), Desratização (rodent control), Descupinização (termite control), and Controle de Aracnídeos (spider/scorpion control), supplemented by specialized technology services such as Sentricon (termite colony elimination system using bait stations) and SEAP Sistema Eletromagnético Anti-Pombos (electromagnetic pigeon deterrent). The company also provides environment sanitization services including broad-spectrum disinfection against viruses, bacteria, fungi, and dust mites, with specialized offerings for schools and educational institutions targeting COVID-19 and other pathogens. Additional services include endemic disease control for mosquito vectors (dengue, chikungunya, zika), water tank disinfection, and flea/tick control for pet environments.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GIP TECPRAG: Gerenciamento Integrado de Pragas - Integrated Pest Management program developed for various market segments including commercial, industrial, and residential applications.

Products and services

• GIP TECPRAG - Gerenciamento Integrado de Pragas Proprietary Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program combining thorough environmental analysis, pest species identification, data management, and precise targeted actions to reduce pest-related disruptions while ensuring client safety and environmental protection. Customized for residential, commercial, and industrial clients across eight market segments.
• Desinsetização (Insect Control) Insect control and extermination service targeting ants, cockroaches, mosquitoes, flies, and other urban pest insects that transmit diseases and cause health risks to families and businesses.
• Desratização (Rodent Control) Rodent control service eliminating rats, mice, and other rodents that cause structural damage, financial losses, and spread diseases such as leptospirosis and salmonellosis.
• Descupinização (Integrated Termite Control) Integrated termite control service preventing and eliminating infestations of subterranean, dry wood, and arboreal termites that damage wooden structures, electrical wiring, and cellulose materials.
• Controle de Aracnídeos (Spider and Scorpion Control) Arachnid control service specializing in the elimination and prevention of spiders and scorpions that pose serious health risks, including venomous bites potentially fatal to children and the elderly.
• Sentricon - Termite Colony Elimination System Proprietary colony elimination system using Recruit II bait stations with hexaflumuron active ingredient to eliminate entire termite colonies through worker feeding and recruitment behavior. Non-invasive monitoring stations, safe for families and pets, recognized by the US EPA, and the same technology used to protect the White House and Statue of Liberty.
• SEAP - Sistema Eletromagnético Anti-Pombos Electromagnetic pigeon deterrent system that creates a repelling electromagnetic field specific to Columba livia pigeons, preventing roosting without harming birds, pets, or humans. Reduces pigeon presence by up to 100%.
• Sanitização de Ambientes (Environmental Sanitization) Environment sanitization service using broad-spectrum disinfection technology with products registered at Ministério da Saúde, eliminating 99.99% of viruses, bacteria, fungi, and dust mites via cold nebulization (microparticles). Safe for electronic equipment, leaves no odor, and includes issuance of sanitization execution certificates.
• Sanitização de Creches, Escolas e Ambientes de Ensino Specialized sanitization service for educational environments targeting viruses including H1N1, H1N2, H2N1, H3N1, H3N2, H2N3, H5N1, and SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19), as well as fungi and dust mites through periodic nebulization application.
• Controle de Endemias (Endemic Disease Vector Control) Endemic disease control service developing and implementing specific projects for controlling disease-transmitting mosquitoes including dengue, chikungunya, and zika virus in condominiums, businesses, and residences.
• Desinfecção de Caixa d'Água (Water Tank Disinfection) Technical cleaning and disinfection service for water reservoirs performed at construction completion and repeated every six months to ensure water potability.
• Controle de Pulgas e Carrapatos (Flea and Tick Control) Flea and tick control service for pet environments, treating the entire living space simultaneously with pet veterinary care to prevent reinfestation from environmental sources.

Quantifiable outcome

• Eliminates 99.99% of fungi, bacteria, and harmful viruses through environmental sanitization
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, moderate and minor.

• APRAG – Associação Paulista dos Controladores de Vetores e Pragas UrbanascoreOthersTECPRAG is an associated member of APRAG, the São Paulo association of urban pest and vector controllers. The company actively participates in conventions and industry events through this membership. The responsible biologist also served as Director of Regional Integration of APRAG during 2004/2005.
• NPMA – National Pest Management Association (USA)coreOthersInternational member of the US-based NPMA. TECPRAG participates in international conventions in Brazil and abroad through this membership, maintaining technical update and access to global pest management trends, technologies, and best practices. André Luís Fernandes is listed as an International Member at the NPMA office at 8100 Oak Street, Dunn Loring, VA 22027, USA.
• SEB – Sociedade Entomológica do BrasilmoderateOthersAndré Luís Fernandes has been a member of SEB since 1987. TECPRAG benefits from scientific entomological support through this professional society.
• SBVP – Sociedade Brasileira de Vetores e Pragas SinantrópicasmoderateOthersAndré Luís Fernandes is a founding member of SBVP. TECPRAG leverages this association for scientific knowledge and professional networking in the field of vectors and synanthropic pests.
• CETESBminorOthersCETESB (Companhia Ambiental do Estado de São Paulo) is listed as a respected entity providing support and guidance to TECPRAG, particularly on environmental compliance matters.
• IB – Instituto Biológico do Estado de São PaulomoderateOthersAndré Luís Fernandes began his pest control career in 1987 at the IB – Instituto Biológico do Estado de São Paulo, Campinas Station. TECPRAG maintains access to technical consultations through this institution.
• UNESP – CEIS – Centro de Estudos de Insetos Sociais, Rio ClarominorOthersUNESP's Center for Social Insect Studies in Rio Claro is listed as a respected technical support entity for TECPRAG, providing scientific consultation on social insects relevant to pest management.
• Corteva Agriscience (Sentricon System)coreTechnology or IntegrationTECPRAG is an authorized operator of the Sentricon Termite Colony Elimination System, developed by Dow AgroSciences (now Corteva Agriscience). The system uses Recruit II bait stations with hexaflumuron active ingredient. TECPRAG applies this exclusive system for subterranean termite control — the same technology used to protect the White House and Statue of Liberty in the USA.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Corteva Agriscience: Agricultural sciences company that owns the Sentricon termite colony elimination system. TECPRAG is an authorized Sentricon operator, making Corteva a key technology partner rather than direct competitor.
• Syngenta Professional Pest Management: Global provider of pest control products and solutions. While not a direct service competitor, supplies technologies and chemistries comparable to those used by TECPRAG's specialist services.
• Bayer Environmental Science: Global provider of pest control products and solutions for professional pest management. Supplies comparable chemistries and tools used by TECPRAG in its core service lines.
• BASF Professional & Specialty Solutions: Global supplier of pest control products, formulations, and active ingredients for professional pest management operators. Provides supply-side inputs comparable to those used by TECPRAG across its service portfolio.

Broad incumbents

• Anticimex: Global pest control and hygiene services provider with presence in multiple international markets. Comparable to TECPRAG in pest control services but operates at a much larger scale with broader integrated service offerings.
• Ecolab: Global leader in water, hygiene, and infection prevention solutions. Comparable to TECPRAG's sanitization services line and competes for hygiene and disinfection contracts in healthcare, food service, and hospitality verticals.
• ISS A/S: Global integrated facility services provider that includes pest management as part of its facility services portfolio. Competes with TECPRAG for enterprise pest management contracts, particularly bundled with broader FM services.
• Sodexo Brasil: Brazilian subsidiary of global FM and food services giant Sodexo. Provides pest management as part of integrated facility services contracts, competing with TECPRAG for enterprise accounts that bundle multiple services.

Direct peers

• Orkin Brasil: Brazilian operations of the US-based Orkin pest control brand. Directly competes with TECPRAG in residential, commercial, and industrial pest control services across major Brazilian metros.
• Rentokil Initial Brasil: Brazilian arm of the global pest control leader Rentokil Initial. Competes directly with TECPRAG across commercial, industrial, and residential pest management, with substantially greater scale, national footprint, and brand recognition.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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