Chevy Chase Pest Control
Third-generation, family-owned pest control protecting Chevy Chase homes since 1968. We cover 35+ pests with products vetted by our research team. No binding contracts, free unlimited callbacks.
Family Owned
57 years of experience serving local homes with pets and kids.
Lower Risk Products
Our research team picked materials better for the planet & your home
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We don't lock you in with paperwork. Stay because it works.
Why Chevy Chase Homeowners Choose Better Termite
57 Years Protecting Homes in Montgomery County
Chevy Chase is one of the DC Metro area's original streetcar suburbs. You will find brick Colonial Revivals from the 1920s, Tudor homes with steep rooflines, and Cape Cods with low crawlspaces all within the same block. Each style brings its own set of pest entry points. Settlement cracks in pre-war foundations, weep holes in brick veneer, older sewer lines, and utility gaps give pests a direct path inside. It does not matter if you live in Chevy Chase Village, Martin's Additions, or a condo near Chevy Chase Lake.
Better Termite & Pest Control has been serving the DC Metro area since 1968. We are a third-generation, family-owned company with over 300 years of combined team experience. Our internal research team removed 9 of the harshest chemicals used in our industry and replaced them with reduced-risk products like Essentria, Alpine, and borate-based solutions.
When you call 703-683-2000, you talk to a licensed technician who understands pest problems specific to Chevy Chase and Montgomery County. No phone trees. No outsourced call centers. Over 400 families have given us 5-star reviews on Google. We have treated over 100,000 homes across the DC Metro area.
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Why Chevy Chase Has Year-Round Pest Pressure
Rock Creek, Coquelin Run, and Pre-War Foundations
Rock Creek forms the eastern edge of Chevy Chase, with dense forest and stream valley parkland stretching from DC into Montgomery County. Coquelin Run cuts through the Town of Chevy Chase, flowing through backyards and stormwater structures before hitting Rock Creek. Little Falls Branch begins at Chevy Chase Country Club and runs south toward the Potomac. These waterways create corridors for rats, mice, and raccoons. The same shaded, damp areas breed mosquitoes and support heavy tick populations.
Most of Chevy Chase was built before World War II. That means stone and early concrete foundations with settlement cracks. It means clay or cast-iron sewer laterals with gaps. It means older chimneys, vents, and crawlspaces under additions that give ants, roaches, spiders, and rodents a direct path indoors. In Rollingwood, where lots back up to Rock Creek parkland, wildlife pressure is constant. In Section Five and Martin's Additions, dense landscaping and protected tree canopy create ideal harborage for carpenter ants and overwintering stink bugs.
Humid Summers and Extended Pest Seasons
Chevy Chase gets about 42 inches of rain per year. Summer highs reach the upper 80s with sticky humidity. That keeps soils damp, basements wet, and yards full of standing water. Insect activity runs from March through November. When cold weather hits, rodents push indoors through foundation gaps as small as a dime. The irrigated fairways and ornamental plantings at Chevy Chase Club and Columbia Country Club add even more mosquito breeding habitat right in the middle of residential streets.
Full-Service Pest Control for Chevy Chase Homes
35+ Pests Covered Under One Plan
Our TriGuard Pest plan covers everything that shows up in Chevy Chase homes: ants, carpenter ants, roaches, spiders, stink bugs, centipedes, silverfish, camel crickets, earwigs, fleas, ticks, wasps, hornets, yellow jackets, carpenter bees, and more. Every visit starts with a thorough inspection and ends with targeted treatment inside and outside your home.
Treatments last roughly 90-120 days. Our triannual schedule (3 visits per year) keeps coverage continuous with no gaps. If pests show up between visits, call us. We come back and retreat at no extra charge. Plans start at $39/month with a one-time setup fee. No binding contracts.
Basement to Roofline, Inside and Out
Inside, we treat cracks and crevices in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and utility rooms. Outside, we spray a perimeter barrier around your foundation. We hit mulch beds, weep holes, soffits, and entry points. In older Chevy Chase homes with crawlspaces and cracked masonry, we pay extra attention to foundation gaps where pests get in. The products we use are non-repellent. Pests pick them up and carry them back to the colony, wiping it out at the source.
Termite Protection for Chevy Chase Properties
Clay Soils and Pre-War Wood Framing Create High Termite Risk
Chevy Chase sits on clay soils that hold moisture. Add in wood framing from the early 1900s, aging crawlspaces beneath additions, and mulch piled against brick foundations, and you have ideal conditions for Eastern subterranean termites. Homes in Chevy Chase Village, the Town, and Rollingwood often have wood touching the ground or indirect soil contact through old masonry. Termite damage can run into the tens of thousands of dollars before you notice any signs.
We use the Sentricon baiting system. Stations go into the ground around your foundation. When foraging termites find the bait, they carry it back to the colony, including the queen. This eliminates the entire colony at its source. Our TriGuard with Sentricon Bundle starts at $69/month and includes full pest control, termite baiting, and a yearly termite inspection.
Liquid Treatment for Active Infestations
For active infestations, we offer liquid trenching treatments that create a direct barrier around your foundation. If you are renovating an older Chevy Chase home or building new, ask about our borate wood treatments for protection from day one. Our annual termite warranty program includes routine inspections and re-treatments when needed.
Dewebbing eaves and entry points during routine service visits in Chevy Chase
Carpenter ants thrive in Chevy Chase's mature oaks and pre-war wood framing
Stink bugs cluster by the dozens each fall, pushing into Chevy Chase homes through gaps in siding
Rodent baiting stations placed discreetly around Chevy Chase properties blend into landscaping
Our trucks are a familiar sight in Chevy Chase Village, Rollingwood, and Martin's Additions
Mosquito Control in Chevy Chase
Stream Valleys, Country Clubs, and Shaded Yards Drive Heavy Mosquito Pressure
Rock Creek, Coquelin Run, and Little Falls Branch all flow through or alongside Chevy Chase neighborhoods. Low-lying areas in Meadowbrook Park and the floodplain behind Rollingwood hold standing water after every rain. The heavily irrigated grounds at Chevy Chase Club and Columbia Country Club add ponds, fountains, and decorative water features that breed mosquitoes. Dense tree canopy keeps yards shaded and damp. From April through October, these conditions produce persistent mosquito populations that make backyards miserable.
Our technicians use a backpack mist blower to spray vegetation edges and shaded rest areas where mosquitoes hide during daylight hours. The treatment combines a quick knockdown spray with a growth regulator that stops new mosquitoes from maturing. Most customers see mosquito numbers drop by over 50% within 24 hours of each visit.
IN2Care: A No-Spray Option for Chevy Chase Yards
For homeowners who prefer a no-spray approach around gardens and outdoor living areas, we offer the IN2Care trap system. IN2Care lures mosquitoes to a station that infects them with an agent they carry back to nearby breeding sites. Our SeasonGuard+ plan bundles mosquito, tick, pest, and termite coverage starting at $95/month.
Rodent Control in Chevy Chase
Stream Valleys and Older Sewer Lines Fuel Rodent Activity
Norway rats and house mice use Rock Creek, Coquelin Run, and their tributaries as highways into Chevy Chase neighborhoods. Older homes in the area have clay or cast-iron sewer laterals with cracks and separations that give rats underground access. Dense shrub borders along property lines, detached garages, and rear alleys in some villages all provide harborage. Restaurants and groceries at Chevy Chase Lake and near Friendship Heights throw off food waste that keeps rodent numbers high. When temperatures drop, mice push indoors through foundation gaps as small as a dime.
We use a 4-step rodent plan. First, we do a full inspection to find active trails, droppings, and entry points. Then we set up tamper-proof bait stations and snap traps. Follow-up visits at weeks 1 and 3 confirm the treatment is working. Ongoing tri-annual maintenance keeps numbers down. We can also give you an exclusion estimate to seal the gaps we find.
A one-time rodent service runs $250 to $400. You can also add rodent coverage to a recurring plan starting at $39/month. For ongoing issues near Rock Creek or the commercial corridors, monthly visits give you the tightest control.
What Your Chevy Chase Neighbors Say
1,100+ 5 Star Reviews on Google "I've had nothing but great experiences for 3 years now. Their consistent, reliable service really stands out for me, and everyone is always kind and easy to talk to. I also like that they're a local, family-run business... Kamaal is fantastic. He really listens to my concerns and works with me to come up with the best plan."
"We had a bad cockroach problem - we knew it was bad because of all the baby cockroaches we spotted. It took a while but Better Termite ultimately solved it and our house is cockroach free. I signed up for a plan, but ultimately when I got laid off I had to cancel it. Fortunately their customer service... was quick to help out and made it pain free."
"We have been with Better Termite & Pest Control for 15 years & would highly recommend the company. We just renewed our service & Cindy at Better Termites was professional & helped answer all our questions regarding the renewal terms & schedule an extra service for our house."
"Steve was very accommodating and patient in explaining what we're dealing with and what measures he recommended to address our rodent issue. He walked through and assessed our home thoroughly for areas of concern and walked my wife and I through the treatment plan."
"Better Termite has been keeping our house bug free for years with regular perimeter treatments. As a small, family owned business, they are able to personalize their approach based on your needs. It's clear that they prioritize customer service and communication."
"I've had nothing but great experiences for 3 years now. Their consistent, reliable service really stands out for me, and everyone is always kind and easy to talk to. I also like that they're a local, family-run business... Kamaal is fantastic. He really listens to my concerns and works with me to come up with the best plan."
"We had a bad cockroach problem - we knew it was bad because of all the baby cockroaches we spotted. It took a while but Better Termite ultimately solved it and our house is cockroach free. I signed up for a plan, but ultimately when I got laid off I had to cancel it. Fortunately their customer service... was quick to help out and made it pain free."
"We have been with Better Termite & Pest Control for 15 years & would highly recommend the company. We just renewed our service & Cindy at Better Termites was professional & helped answer all our questions regarding the renewal terms & schedule an extra service for our house."
"Steve was very accommodating and patient in explaining what we're dealing with and what measures he recommended to address our rodent issue. He walked through and assessed our home thoroughly for areas of concern and walked my wife and I through the treatment plan."
"Better Termite has been keeping our house bug free for years with regular perimeter treatments. As a small, family owned business, they are able to personalize their approach based on your needs. It's clear that they prioritize customer service and communication."
How Chevy Chase Pest Control Works
Talk to a Licensed Tech
Call 703-683-2000 and speak directly with a licensed technician who knows pest problems in Chevy Chase. No phone trees, no outsourced operators.
78-Point Home Inspection
A licensed professional inspects your home from basement to roofline using our 78-point checklist. We check foundation cracks, crawlspaces, entry points, moisture, and active pest activity.
Targeted Treatment
We treat with products vetted by our research team. We removed 9 of the harshest chemicals common in pest control and replaced them with reduced-risk alternatives like Essentria, Alpine, and borate-based solutions.
Seasonal Protection Plan
Our TriGuard plan includes 3 visits per year timed to Maryland's seasonal pest patterns. Each visit targets the pests most active that season across Chevy Chase neighborhoods.
Free Unlimited Callbacks
Spot something between visits? Call us. We come back and retreat at no extra charge until the problem is resolved. That is our Better Promise.
No Binding Contracts
You are never locked in. Cancel anytime with 30 days notice if you are not satisfied. No exit fees, no hassle.
Serving All of Chevy Chase & Surrounding Areas
From Chevy Chase Village to Rollingwood, Martin's Additions to North Chevy Chase, Section Five to Rock Creek Forest. We are your local pest control team in Chevy Chase, MD.