Better Termite & Pest Control is a close-knit, family-owned business dedicated to protecting our customers' homes and properties from insects and the damage they cause since 1968. More than that, however, the focus of Better Termite is devoted to making our company the best it can be in terms of satisfying the needs of our friends and neighbors. We are not distracted nor bound by corporate mandates. We're flexible and responsive to your pest control needs. We were blown away by the outstanding service received from Better Termite!
Better Termite offers a wide array of services to residential homeowners, builders and commercial construction companies. We are also pleased to have a number of green alternatives to satisfy our focus on being kind to the environment. We're flexible and responsive to your pest control needs. We are one of just a handful of pest control companies in the Washington DC area that is designated as Quality Pro and are highly ranked on Angie's List. Better Termite offers pest control, rodent abatement, termite inspections, mosquito control, as well as an All-in-One Program to meet and exceed all of your expectations of what a pest company should do for you.
The Northern Virginia area is home to a slew of insects and pests including; ants, cockroaches, ticks, beetles, flies, bees, wasps, rodents, stink bugs, termites and spiders. Some of these pests can cause serious damage to your crops and home. Towns like Leesburg, Hamilton and Hillsboro are common places for ant infestations to occur. Odorous house ants, for example, are extremely common in our area. They get their name from a strong, rotten, coconut type of smell they omit when they are crushed.
Just about anything they can sink their teeth into, including woodwork, ductwork and piping, is fair game. Hammocks and patio furniture cushions are great sources of nesting materials. Their fondness for electrical wiring can result in a fire, and squirrels do extensive damage under the hoods of cars. Squirrels don't typically carry serious diseases, but they may have parasites that introduce ticks, fleas and other agents of disease. Their droppings could expose you to salmonella and other health risks.
Termites are some of the most destructive pests in Alexandria and the District of Columbia metro area. They cost American home and business owners billions of dollars each year in damages. Termites chew wood and wood byproducts. When they enter your home, they can destroy everything from structural beams to wallpaper and important documents. While some types of termites focus on dry wood, others prefer damp wood. To save yourself money, it is important to know how to prevent these costly pests. If you notice tube-like structures along your foundation or on the sidewalk adjoining your home, you may have termites.
Located along the Potomac River and famous for its historic Old Town, Alexandria, Virginia is a city that is rich in history and in beautiful greenery. Many residents of Alexandria love the warm, humid climate and the city's proximity to Washington, D.C. The climate in Alexandria also makes the city a great breeding ground for mosquitoes. If your lawn is plagued with these pests, you should contact Better Termite & Pest Control to eradicate the mosquitoes so that you and your family can avoid the diseases that they can carry while also being able to enjoy time outdoors.
There are currently 176 species recognized in the United States, but over 3000 across the globe. Mosquitoes tend to be an annoying problem to homeowners. But, they are also a serious problem. They interfere with our daily tasks and take away from leisure activities in our yards. They also will attack farm animals and some are capable of spreading diseases like malaria and West Nile Virus to humans and animals. We survey your property taking note of potential mosquito breeding sites. These are areas that hold water such as bird baths, gutters, etc.
We don't allow ants to spoil your picnic! Ant control is important but prevention is even more important. When it comes to choosing the best pest control company to get rid of ants in your home or business, you should look for someone who not only gets rid of existing ants, but prevents them in the future. Ants are troublesome in homes because they feed on and contaminate human foods, infest structures and build unsightly mounds in lawns. In some cases, ants are able to inflict painful bites or stings.
At Better Termite & Pest Control, our mission is to prevent and eliminate nuisance pests in your home. Some of these pests can pose a serious threat to your home and family. We have selected a variety of tools that meet our high standards of effectiveness and environmental responsibility. This, coupled with our superior trained technicians, means that your pest problems WILL be solved. With our All-In-One Program you are protected during every season of the year. Your home will be protected against 32 common pests, including termites, encountered in our area.
You may wonder how you can tell if your home has been infested by termites. It is easy to mistake termites for other insects, such as ants. The most obvious sign is the discovery of a winged termite indoors. You can distinguish a termite from other insects by its' straight antennae, uniformed waists and wings. It is certainly difficult to distinguish between winged ants and termites so your best course of action is to give Better Termite and Pest Control a call. Termites are attracted to light so you will most likely spot them near windows or doors.
Better Termite and Pest Control is ready to protect you from ticks in our area. Our technicians use a traditional barrier spray. This treatment is the most comprehensive form of defense against ticks. The barrier spray will not only kill ticks on contact, but it also reduces the population if utilized throughout the season. We take the spread of Lyme disease seriously at Better Termite. We realize that tick-borne illness is on the rise in the United States. Using a professional company is the most essential method of protecting your family from Lyme disease.
Homeowners who spot spiders in the interior of the residence will likely need to procure an exterminator as soon as possible. Some spider species, in fact, are poisonous. Black widows, which are found in most regions of the country, can be especially dangerous to small children and pets. At Better Termite, we have the knowledge and expertise to deal with any spider infestation. The critters can be removed from the various nooks and crannies of the household before they have a chance to spread to other areas.
The best time to provide protection against termites is during the planning and construction phase of a structure. Better Termite and Pest Control provides a thorough pre-construction treatment to either the soil or wood, to protect the structure from termites. We have a dedicated Commercial Account Manager that will advise both builders and homeowners on all methods of termite pre-treatments available. Preconstruction is the best defense against future termite problems. With the proper spraying and treatment, your home will have a much lower chance of having an infestation.
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