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Many homeowners wonder if termites bite humans. I’ve helped over 100 customers with termite problems. In my experience, termite bites are rare and mild. Focus on wood damage and health risks instead. Let’s cover bites, health impact, and home threats. Why Ask About Termite Bites Termites differ from ants and bed bugs. They focus on […]...

Mice in the attic is a common headache for homeowners here. They bring noise, damage, and disease risk. As a licensed technician since 2015, I’ve seen calls from Old Town Alexandria and beyond. Our four-step protocol was built for this exact problem. Many companies push full attic re-insulation as the first fix, but that’s rare […]...

Seeing winged termites in your home can feel alarming. You might wonder, why do flying termites suddenly appear in your DC house. These swarmers don’t eat wood, but they signal a mature colony nearby. In my work helping over 100 homeowners, I’ve seen wings mean hidden damage. Understanding What Flying Termites Look Like and Why […]...

Ants may seem tireless, but ants do sleep. I’m a licensed technician in Alexandria since 2015, and I’ve studied ant behavior inside homes and yards. Ants live in organized colonies where rest and work are carefully timed. Over the years, I’ve seen all sorts of sleep habits in ant colonies. The Biology of Ant Sleep […]...

Each spring and fall, the sunny side of many DC homes sees an invasion of clover mite crawls across siding. These clover mites are a persistent turf pest and a nuisance indoors. Better Termite & Pest Control is a local pest control company with decades of DC metro experience. Understanding Clover Mites: A Brief Overview […]...

When you see tiny red bugs crawling on your sunny windows, chances are they’re clover mites. In my years serving the DC metro area, I’ve watched these red specks mass-migrate across walls each spring and fall. They won’t bite you or ruin your home, but they can stain walls and fabrics when crushed. What Are […]...

Spring and late summer bring wasp nests popping up in yards. In decades with Better Termite and Pest Control, I’ve seen nests under eaves, in trees, and even in lawns. This guide covers different types of wasp nests and how to handle them. Understanding Wasp Nests and Their Importance Knowing the types of wasp nests […]...

Anyone who’s spent a summer evening outdoors knows the buzz of a mosquito and the itch of mosquito bites. So what’s the difference, and how do male vs female mosquito habits affect our risk? In entomology, mosquitoes are a branch of flying insects often mistaken for midges and crane flies. Our family tested methods in […]...

In my years as a pest control professional, one of the most common questions I get from homeowners and new hires is whether a swarm of insects is a termite or a flying ant. In my experience 80% of the time it’s termites or it’s worth a termite inspection. Waiting too long can get expensive. […]...

Termites can wreak havoc on your home or property if left unchecked. As tiny pests that eat wood, they often work in silence. Over the years, I’ve helped 100+ customers tackle everything from early signs to severe damage. Here’s how to kill termites with proven methods. In this guide, you’ll learn the best way to […]...