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Welcome to Better Termite & Pest Control, your trusted partner in keeping Damascus homes and businesses pest-free since 1968. As a family-owned company with over 400 five-star reviews, we understand the unique pest challenges Damascus residents face throughout the year.
Our comprehensive pest control services address everything from annoying ants and spiders to dangerous ticks and termites. We tackle mosquitoes that ruin summer gatherings and rodents that can damage your property during cold months.
What sets us apart? No binding contracts—you can cancel anytime with 30 days’ notice if you’re not completely satisfied. Plus, we offer unlimited callbacks at no extra cost until your pest problem is resolved. Our professional pest control technicians use proven methods tailored specifically for Damascus properties, giving you peace of mind and a pest-free environment.
Damascus MD presents unique pest challenges due to its mix of residential neighborhoods and surrounding natural areas. Our third-generation family business has deep roots in the community and understands the specific pest patterns in the Damascus area.
Our local research team continually studies regional pest behavior, allowing us to develop targeted solutions for Damascus residents. From the tick-prone wooded areas to ant colonies that flourish in local soil conditions, we know exactly what your property faces throughout the year.
Don’t wait until pests have taken over your Damascus home. Schedule your free inspection today and let our local experts create a customized plan to protect your property. Our team is dedicated to keeping Damascus beautiful and pest-free one home at a time.
Our Damascus pest control service options include both one-time treatments for immediate issues and quarterly pest control programs for year-round protection. A single treatment can address current problems, while regular service prevents future pest issues from developing.
We effectively control the most common Damascus pests including odorous house ants, spiders, roaches, box elder bugs, silverfish, centipedes, and stink bugs. Our technicians are especially skilled at managing the persistent ant species that plague Damascus properties.
Better Termite & Pest Control employs an integrated pest management approach that targets pests at their source. After a thorough inspection, we develop a customized plan using reduced-risk control products selected by our in-house research team. This comprehensive strategy provides effective, long-lasting results for your Damascus home or business.
Our integrated pest management begins with a detailed inspection to identify entry points and harborage areas. We then apply targeted control products to eliminate current pests while creating barriers against future invasions. This systematic approach ensures complete pest management and provides lasting peace of mind for Damascus homeowners.
Damascus residents know how mosquitoes can ruin outdoor living during warm months. Our specialized mosquito control uses exterior backpack sprayer treatments that combine adult mosquito control with growth regulators to break the breeding cycle.
We offer seasonal mosquito control programs that provide continuous protection throughout spring and summer. For environmentally-conscious homeowners, our In2Care system offers green pest control alternatives that are effective without excessive chemical use.
Our technicians also advise on simple homeowner steps to reduce mosquito populations, such as eliminating standing water and maintaining your lawn. These complementary measures enhance our professional treatments, ensuring you can enjoy your outdoor spaces without the nuisance of mosquitoes. Contact us today for a free estimate on commercial pest control for your business or residential service.
Our In2Care stations are strategically placed around your property to attract and eliminate mosquitoes through a unique dual-action approach. This environmentally conscious system disrupts the mosquito life cycle while allowing beneficial insects to thrive. Annual follow-ups ensure continuous protection and peace of mind throughout mosquito season.
Our 4-step rodent protocol has proven effective for Damascus properties facing mouse or rat problems. We begin with a comprehensive inspection to identify entry points and nesting areas, followed by strategic bait station placement to eliminate the current population.
We help Damascus homeowners distinguish between mice and rat infestations, which require different treatment approaches. Our technicians thoroughly check attics, crawl spaces, and exterior perimeters, using either snap traps or tamper-proof stations depending on your specific situation and family needs.
For ongoing protection, we recommend our quarterly rodent control plans, though we also offer one-time rodent extermination services for immediate issues. Our rodent control serves both residential and commercial properties throughout Damascus MD, with specialized strategies for each setting.
Our proven rodent protocol starts with a detailed property inspection to find entry points and activity areas. Next, we strategically place tamper-resistant bait stations where rodents travel. Early follow-up visits ensure the treatment is working effectively. Finally, ongoing maintenance prevents future rodent infestations, keeping pests away from your Damascus home permanently.
Protecting Damascus homes from termites requires both preventative and curative approaches. Our proactive Sentricon baiting system creates a protective barrier around your property, while our liquid barrier treatments address active subterranean termite issues.
For new construction in Damascus, we offer pre-construction wood treatment services that provide long-term protection from the start. We also conduct thorough annual termite inspections to catch potential problems before they cause significant damage.
The stakes are high when it comes to termite control—these pests cause more property damage annually than tornadoes, hail storms, and hurricanes combined. Early detection through professional termite inspection can save Damascus homeowners thousands in repair costs. Our commercial termite control services also protect Damascus businesses from these destructive pests.
The Sentricon system with always-active Recruit HD bait stations creates a protective perimeter around your Damascus property. This scientifically proven approach eliminates entire termite colonies, not just individual insects. As an environmentally conscious pest control solution, it effectively protects your home while minimizing impact on non-target organisms.
The Schulz family has operated Better Termite & Pest Control for over 50 years, bringing a level of care and commitment that only a three-generation family business can provide. Our deep ties to the Damascus community mean we treat every home as if it were our own.
Unlike many pest control companies, we never lock Damascus residents into long-term agreements. If you’re not happy with our results, you can cancel with just 30 days’ notice—no questions asked, no hassle.
We stand behind our work with free unlimited callbacks between regularly scheduled visits. If pests return after treatment, we’ll come back at no additional cost until your home returns to baseline condition.
Every Damascus home receives service from our highly trained technicians who undergo rigorous education and licensing. They perform detailed inspections and apply control products according to strict guidelines, ensuring effective and responsible pest management.
Our internal research team has worked tirelessly to remove 9 harsh chemicals commonly used in pest control. Instead, we utilize better alternatives like Essentria, Alpine, and Borate-based solutions that effectively control pests while being gentler on the environment.
After each visit to your Damascus home, you’ll receive a detailed email report outlining exactly what services were performed and which specific control products were used. This transparency helps you understand our process and know exactly what’s happening in your home.
We use reduced-risk materials carefully selected by our research team to minimize exposure concerns for families. Our technicians follow strict label instructions and will advise you on appropriate reentry times after treatment. We’ve removed many harsh chemicals from our protocols, choosing alternatives that still provide effective control while being mindful of your entire household.
No. Our Damascus pest control services focus specifically on general pest control, rodents, mosquitoes, ants, termites, and other insects. We do not handle wildlife issues such as raccoons or squirrels. For wildlife concerns, we recommend contacting a specialized wildlife management service in the Damascus area.
No. While our services cover a wide range of insects and rodents throughout Damascus, we do not currently offer bed bug treatments. We’ve chosen to specialize in the pest services we excel at rather than trying to address every possible pest issue.
Yes. For urgent pest problems in Damascus MD, we can typically dispatch a technician within one work day or less. Our responsive team understands that some pest situations require immediate attention, especially when they affect your family’s comfort or business operations.
We cover American roaches, German roaches, brown-banded roaches, camel crickets, centipedes, clover mites, drugstore beetles, earwigs, field crickets, fleas, ground beetles, Indian meal moths, ladybugs, millipedes, oriental roaches, pill bugs, rice weevils, silverfish, sow bugs, stink bugs, spiders, springtails, ticks, wasps, yellow jackets, carpenter ants, hornets, mosquitoes, and subterranean termites, plus mice and rats.
Diatomaceous earth can be effective for desiccating soft-bodied insects when properly applied in dry conditions. While it works as a supplementary measure, it’s most effective when incorporated into a broader integrated pest management strategy alongside professional treatments. For lasting results in Damascus homes, combining DIY methods with expert services typically provides the best outcome.
Termites and bed bugs rank among the most challenging pests to eliminate. Termites form hidden colonies that can go undetected for years, while bed bugs develop resistance to many treatments. Early professional intervention with specialized programs like our Sentricon system for termites offers the best chance of successful elimination before significant damage occurs to your Damascus property.
For plant protection, lightly dust diatomaceous earth on leaves and soil where crawling insects travel, focusing on undersides of leaves and stem bases. Apply when plants are dry, and reapply after rain or watering. For best results in Damascus gardens, combine with cultural controls like proper plant spacing and combine with professional perimeter treatments around your home.
Quality pest control represents an investment in protecting your Damascus property from damage and health risks. Professional service includes trained technicians with specialized knowledge, premium control products that actually work, thorough inspections, follow-up visits, and service guarantees like our unlimited callbacks. Attempting to save money with DIY solutions often results in temporary fixes that allow problems to worsen, ultimately costing more in the long run.
