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Welcome to Better Termite & Pest Control, your local, family-owned solution to pest problems in Crofton, MD. Since 1968, we’ve been protecting homes from unwanted visitors—from persistent ants to destructive termites.
Our approach combines decades of experience with modern, research-backed methods. As a third-generation business operated by the Schulz family, we understand that your home is your sanctuary, and we’re committed to keeping it that way.
Better Termite & Pest Control has been serving Crofton families for over five decades, establishing ourselves as the go-to local pest experts in the area. We’re not just another pest control company—we’re your neighbors who understand the unique challenges Maryland homeowners face.
What makes our approach different? Our in-house research team has actually eliminated 9 harsh chemicals commonly used in the industry, focusing instead on effective alternatives that get results without compromise. We offer quarterly services that create a protective barrier around your home, targeting everything from ants and spiders to termites and rodents.
No binding contracts means you’re never locked in—you can cancel anytime with 30 days’ notice. And if pests return between scheduled visits, our free unlimited callbacks ensure we’ll come back at no extra charge until the problem is solved.
When you call our office, you’ll always speak directly with licensed technicians who can provide specific advice—not an overseas call center. With third-generation family ownership and deep local roots, we deliver the personalized service large national chains simply can’t match.
Crofton presents specific pest control challenges due to its suburban setting and natural surroundings. The community’s wooded lots create perfect hiding spots for pests, while nearby waterways contribute to moisture issues that attract termites and mosquitoes.
As a community established in the 1960s, many Crofton homes are now at the age where they’re particularly vulnerable to pest issues. The area falls within the second-highest termite activity region in the country, making proactive protection especially important for local homeowners.
Crofton’s combination of older homes and newer developments creates diverse pest pressures. Rodent problems often plague older properties where mice find entry points through settled foundations. Mosquito populations thrive around the community’s ponds and standing water sources, particularly during humid summer months.
Our local Crofton team understands these regional challenges because we live and work here too. Since 1968, we’ve built relationships with Crofton homeowners, offering personalized service with real human support—not automated systems. When you call our office at 703-683-2000, you’ll speak with someone who knows your neighborhood and its specific pest patterns.
Our comprehensive general pest control package begins with a meticulous 78-point inspection of your Crofton home. Our licensed technicians thoroughly examine your property to identify active pest issues and potential trouble spots before creating a custom treatment plan.
The cornerstone of our approach is establishing a protective perimeter barrier around your home. We apply targeted treatments to foundation areas, entry points, and the “ecotone”—the transition area between your landscaped yard and natural surroundings—where many pests first approach your property.
Inside your home, we deploy precise crack-and-crevice treatments to address hiding spots where pests breed and nest. These targeted applications reach the places where over-the-counter products simply can’t penetrate.
Our quarterly maintenance visits provide ongoing protection against seasonal pest pressures. We target common Crofton pests including ants, roaches, spiders, stink bugs, earwigs, centipedes, and ambrosia beetles before they can establish themselves in your home.
All products used in our Crofton pest control services are first approved by our in-house research team, which has eliminated 9 of the harshest chemicals commonly used in pest control. We focus on lower-impact alternatives like Essentria and Alpine solutions that effectively control pests.
Perhaps best of all, our service includes unlimited callbacks between scheduled visits at no extra charge. If pests return before your next quarterly treatment, we’ll return promptly to address the issue—all without binding contracts or long-term commitments.
Crofton’s humid climate and abundant water features make mosquito control essential for comfortable outdoor living. Our comprehensive mosquito treatment program creates a protective barrier around your property when these bloodsucking pests are most active.
Our exterior barrier sprays combine an effective adulticide to eliminate existing mosquitoes with an insect growth regulator that prevents larvae from developing into biting adults. This dual-action approach breaks the mosquito life cycle at multiple points.
Application is performed using specialized backpack sprayers that deliver precise treatment to foliage, shrubs, and the ecotone areas where mosquitoes rest during daylight hours. We focus on targeted application that protects your family while minimizing environmental impact.
Our seasonal program runs from April through October, coinciding with Maryland’s mosquito season. Regular applications maintain protection throughout the warm months when outdoor activities are at their peak.
Beyond treatment, our technicians provide valuable advice on mosquito source reduction. We’ll help you identify and eliminate standing water where mosquitoes breed—from clogged gutters to forgotten flowerpot saucers—effectively complementing our professional applications.
For environmentally conscious Crofton homeowners, we also offer the innovative In2Care system as a green alternative or complement to traditional sprays. This revolutionary approach uses mosquito stations containing a special larvicide and fungus that mosquitoes themselves distribute to breeding sites.
Rodent problems require swift, decisive action before these destructive pests can establish themselves in your Crofton home. Our comprehensive rodent control protocol addresses both immediate activity and prevents future problems.
We begin with a thorough inspection to identify mouse entry points and activity hotspots. Our technicians examine foundation areas, utility penetrations, garage doors, and attic spaces where rodents commonly gain access to homes.
The core of our treatment involves strategically placing tamper-resistant bait stations in key locations around your property. These secure stations contain rodenticide that targets mice and rats while remaining inaccessible to children and pets.
Our protocol includes critical follow-up visits at one and three weeks after initial treatment. These early check-ins allow us to monitor bait consumption, adjust station placement as needed, and ensure we’re making quick progress against the rodent population.
Rat control often requires additional measures, including strategically placed snap traps for quick population reduction, especially in interior spaces. This approach prevents odor issues that can occur when rats consume bait in inaccessible areas.
Long-term protection comes through our quarterly maintenance program. Regular monitoring prevents new rodent activity from developing into major problems and keeps your Crofton home rodent-free year-round.
Beyond treatment, we educate homeowners on the health risks associated with rodent infestations. Mice and rats can transmit diseases, contaminate food, and cause significant property damage if left unchecked.
Crofton residents face significant termite pressure due to our region’s high termite activity levels. As the second-highest termite activity region in the country, proactive protection is essential for Crofton homeowners.
Our preferred approach for long-term termite prevention is the Sentricon Always Active system. This revolutionary solution uses strategically placed bait stations containing Recruit HD bait with noviflumuron—a growth regulator that prevents termites from molting and developing properly.
Sentricon stations are installed approximately every 10 feet around your home’s perimeter, creating a protective barrier that intercepts foraging termites. When termites discover the bait, they carry it back to the colony, eventually eliminating the entire population including the queen.
For active termite issues, we offer curative liquid trenching treatments that create a chemical barrier in the soil surrounding your foundation. This approach delivers immediate protection against ongoing termite activity.
New construction in Crofton can benefit from our pre-construction borate treatments, which protect vulnerable wood elements before termites have a chance to establish themselves. These treatments include a one-year renewable warranty.
Our comprehensive termite inspections look for the subtle signs most homeowners miss—mud tubes, damaged wood, and soil activity around your foundation. Early detection is crucial for preventing the extensive damage termites can cause if left unchecked.
With no long-term contracts required and free callbacks for any issues, our termite protection programs give Crofton homeowners peace of mind against these destructive pests.
The Schulz family has been operating Better Termite & Pest Control since 1968, spanning three generations of commitment to quality service. Our deep roots in the Crofton community mean we understand local pest pressures better than national chains ever could.
Our dedicated research team continually reviews thousands of scientific studies to evaluate pest control products. This rigorous process has led us to eliminate 9 harsh chemicals commonly used in our industry, replacing them with lower-risk alternatives like Essentria and Borate.
We believe in earning your business through quality service, not contractual obligations. You can cancel your service anytime with just 30 days’ notice. No surprise fees, no long-term commitments—just effective pest control when you need it.
When you call 703-683-2000, you’ll speak directly with licensed technicians who understand Crofton’s specific pest challenges. No frustrating phone trees or outsourced customer service—just knowledgeable local experts ready to help.
Our track record speaks for itself, with hundreds of positive reviews from satisfied customers. Having served over 100,000 homes across the DC Metro area, we’ve built our reputation on consistent results and responsive service.
Combine multiple services like general pest control, termite protection, and mosquito treatment into one convenient package. Our bundled offerings provide comprehensive protection at a lower cost than purchasing services separately.
We understand your concern for family and pets. Our in-house research team has eliminated 9 of the harshest chemicals commonly used in the industry. We select products specifically designed for use around homes with children and pets. While we avoid using terms like “safe,” we can assure you that all products are EPA-registered and applied according to strict guidelines. We recommend following technician instructions regarding re-entry times after treatment.
No. Better Termite & Pest Control specializes in structural pests only. We do not handle wildlife removal services for animals such as birds, squirrels, raccoons, bats, or other wildlife. We’d be happy to recommend qualified wildlife specialists in the Crofton area if needed.
No. Better Termite & Pest Control does not currently provide bed bug treatment services. These specialized pests require unique treatment protocols. We recommend contacting a specialized bed bug remediation expert for these issues.
Yes. We understand that pest emergencies can’t wait. In most cases, we can dispatch a technician to your Crofton location within one business day or less. For urgent situations, please contact our office directly at 703-683-2000 to check current availability and scheduling options.
We provide control services for a wide range of common household pests including American roaches, ants, box elder bugs, brown banded roaches, camel crickets, centipedes, cigarette beetles, clover mites, drugstore beetles, spiders, springtails, earwigs, field crickets, fire brats, fleas, German roaches, ground beetles, Indian meal moths, lady bugs, stink bugs, termites, mice, millipedes, oriental roaches, pill bugs, rats, rice weevils, silverfish, smokeybrown roaches, sow bugs, ticks, wasps, mosquitoes, carpenter ants, carpenter bees, hornets, and yellow jackets.
Our general pest control plans start at $39/month plus a one-time setup fee. Rodent services typically range from $250–$400 for initial treatments. Termite, mosquito, and tick packages vary based on your home’s size and specific needs. For a personalized quote tailored to your Crofton property, please call 703-683-2000 to speak with a licensed technician.
Scheduling service is simple! Call our office at 703-683-2000 to speak directly with a licensed technician. They’ll discuss your specific pest concerns, provide an on-the-phone quote, and help schedule your first inspection. You can also email us at [email protected], and we’ll promptly contact you to arrange service.
