Edgewater Mosquito Control
Reclaim your backyard from waterfront mosquitoes with research-backed treatments, reduced-risk products, and no binding contracts
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57 years of experience serving local homes with pets and kids.
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Mosquito Control Built for Edgewater's Waterfront Properties
Living on the South River and Chesapeake Bay means Edgewater homeowners deal with mosquito pressure that inland neighborhoods never see. Tidal marshes, Warehouse Creek, Glebe Bay, and hundreds of community waterfront access points feed mosquito populations that generic pest treatments can't keep up with.
Better Termite & Pest Control has served Anne Arundel County families since 1968. Our internal research team has eliminated 9 harsh chemicals from our programs, replacing them with reduced-risk products like Essentria and EcoVia. Whether you live in South River Colony, Londontowne, Selby-on-the-Bay, or Woodland Beach, we understand the specific waterfront conditions driving mosquitoes into your yard.
Every Edgewater mosquito control plan includes unlimited callbacks at no extra cost. If mosquitoes come back between visits, so do we. No binding contracts. Call 703-683-2000 and talk directly with a licensed technician about your property.
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How Edgewater Mosquito Control Works
We start with a thorough property inspection. Our licensed technicians map every breeding source and resting area on your lot. In Edgewater, that means checking drainage near tidal shorelines, standing water in low-lying yards, leaf litter under mature trees, clogged rain gutters, dock areas, bird baths, and forgotten containers around decks and patios.
Next, we use backpack sprayers to apply a targeted mix that kills adult mosquitoes on contact and stops larvae from developing. We focus on shrub lines, deck undersides, fence perimeters, and shaded vegetation where mosquitoes rest during the day. We don't spray your entire yard. We hit the spots where mosquitoes actually live.
Monthly visits during the active season build on each other to create layered protection. After a heavy storm fills those tidal ditches and low spots around South River Colony or Woodland Beach, our unlimited callback policy means we come back at no extra cost.
In2Care: Mosquito Control That Spreads Itself
Edgewater's tidal creeks, marsh edges, and community ponds feed mosquito populations from every direction. Traditional spray-only programs can't reach every breeding source along the South River shoreline. In2Care turns mosquitoes into the delivery system.
We place specialized stations in shaded areas around your property. Egg-laying females land on treated strips inside the trap, picking up two agents: one that kills larvae and one that stops adult mosquitoes. These treated mosquitoes then carry the agents to other water sources across your property and into neighboring areas, reaching hidden spots in tidal ditches and marsh pockets that no technician could find.
Why In2Care Works Well Near the Water
- Treated mosquitoes carry the product to breeding sites in marshes, creek banks, and ditches beyond your property line
- Targets both adult mosquitoes and developing larvae in a single system
- Works continuously between technician visits with no repeated full-yard spraying
- Complements barrier sprays to provide dual-layer protection through the entire season
Targeted backpack sprayer treatments along shaded vegetation at Edgewater properties near the South River
Mosquitoes breed in Edgewater's tidal creeks, marsh edges, and standing water after summer storms
In2Care stations provide continuous protection between visits without full-yard spraying
Monthly barrier sprays build layered protection through Edgewater's extended mosquito season
Mosquitoes rest on screens and exterior walls of Edgewater homes near waterfront and wooded areas
Edgewater's humid summers and tidal waterways create heavy mosquito pressure from April through October
Edgewater Tick Control for Wooded and Waterfront Properties
Edgewater's parks and natural areas bring tick habitat right to your back door. South River Farm Park has 3 miles of wooded trails. Beverley Triton Nature Park sits along the Chesapeake shoreline with dense forest and marshy terrain. Historic London Town & Gardens covers 23 acres of woodland and gardens. Deer and mice move along these corridors, carrying ticks into yards throughout South River Colony, Londontowne, and Glebe Heights.
Our tick program uses granular treatments in spring and fall to hit seasonal population surges. From April through October, we spray along the edge where your maintained lawn meets natural areas. This transition zone is where most tick encounters with people and pets happen.
Tick Control Strategy
- Spring and fall granular treatments during peak tick activity windows
- Spray along the edge where your lawn meets the woods, the zone where tick encounters happen most
- Damminix Tick Tubes that target ticks through the mouse-tick lifecycle
- All products vetted by our research team for effectiveness and reduced environmental impact
Why Edgewater Has Some of the Worst Mosquito Pressure in Maryland
Edgewater sits on the tidal South River, just south of Annapolis. Over 21% of the 21037 ZIP code is water. Warehouse Creek, Glebe Bay, Selby Bay, and branches of the Rhode River wrap around neighborhoods on nearly every side. Tidal marshes, community ponds at Beverley Triton Nature Park and South River Farm Park, and hundreds of docks, bulkheads, and boat ramps create mosquito breeding habitat within walking distance of most Edgewater homes.
Summer highs average 85°F with humidity running 74–78% through late spring and summer. Edgewater sees roughly 120 rainy days per year, with August bringing the most rainfall. Every storm fills yard low spots, gutters, dock containers, and tidal ditches with standing water that mosquitoes exploit within 48 hours.
The Asian tiger mosquito is the most aggressive local species. It bites during the day in shaded, tree-lined yards. Older waterfront cottages from the 1920s in South River Park and Edgewater Beach have crawlspaces and dense vegetation that harbor mosquitoes. Newer communities like South River Colony have stormwater ponds and landscaping that create their own breeding zones. Mosquito season runs from April through October, peaking in July and August.
Your Edgewater Mosquito Control Schedule
March: We start with pre-season larvicide and granular tick treatments. We target early breeding sites before temperatures reach 50°F and mosquitoes start showing up. Getting ahead of the population is the smartest move you can make, especially in a waterfront community.
April through October: Monthly barrier sprays hit foliage, building perimeters, and shaded resting zones. Each visit builds on the last. Properties near tidal shorelines, Warehouse Creek, or community ponds may need visits every 3 weeks during peak summer months.
November: We wrap up with a final granular tick treatment and winterization tips. Knocking down overwintering populations means fewer mosquitoes the following spring. Edgewater's mild winters mean mosquito eggs and ticks often survive season-to-season, making year-round attention important.
After Every Visit
We email you a detailed report with product logs and recommendations for your property. Our unlimited callback policy means we return between scheduled visits if mosquito activity increases. You never pay extra to get the results you're paying for.
Bundle Mosquito Control with Year-Round Protection
Most Edgewater homeowners deal with more than just mosquitoes. The same waterfront conditions and wooded areas that drive mosquito populations also bring ticks, ants, spiders, and rodents looking for shelter in your foundation and crawlspace. Older cottages near the water have different pest challenges than newer townhomes in South River Colony, but they all need protection.
Our SeasonGuard+ program bundles mosquito control, tick prevention, Sentricon termite monitoring, and general pest management into a single monthly plan starting at $95/month. You get 9 strategically timed visits per year, one consolidated bill, and unlimited callbacks across all covered pests.
What SeasonGuard+ Covers
- Monthly mosquito barrier sprays from April through October
- Spring and fall granular tick treatments plus Damminix Tick Tubes
- Sentricon termite baiting system with annual inspection
- Coverage for 35 common local pests including ants, spiders, crickets, and mice
- Unlimited callbacks for any covered pest between scheduled visits
What Your Neighbors Are Saying
1,100+ 5 Star Reviews on Google "I love Darren over at Better Termite. He is always so attentive and kind, and really goes, IMO, out of his way to do a fantastic job. And I am so happy that I had NO MOSQUITOES this summer in my backyard in spite of the fact that there is a drainage area right behind my house, and that is 100% because of Better Termites services."
"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. Kamaal is fantastic—he really listens to my concerns and works with me to come up with the best plan for whatever pest issues I'm dealing with."
"Better Termite uses pet-friendly, but not spider-friendly products, and we are now creepy crawly-free! Over the years, they've also tackled ants, bees, and HORRIBLE paper wasps! Cindy and Darren are awesome to work with. I can't recommend this company enough."
"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 highly recommend this company for your home pest control. Their technicians are thorough and have prevented any unwanted problems from happening on our property. During our last treatment, Jasmine took care of our outdoor spider webs without us even asking. That attention to detail speaks volumes."
"I love Darren over at Better Termite. He is always so attentive and kind, and really goes, IMO, out of his way to do a fantastic job. And I am so happy that I had NO MOSQUITOES this summer in my backyard in spite of the fact that there is a drainage area right behind my house, and that is 100% because of Better Termites services."
"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. Kamaal is fantastic—he really listens to my concerns and works with me to come up with the best plan for whatever pest issues I'm dealing with."
"Better Termite uses pet-friendly, but not spider-friendly products, and we are now creepy crawly-free! Over the years, they've also tackled ants, bees, and HORRIBLE paper wasps! Cindy and Darren are awesome to work with. I can't recommend this company enough."
"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 highly recommend this company for your home pest control. Their technicians are thorough and have prevented any unwanted problems from happening on our property. During our last treatment, Jasmine took care of our outdoor spider webs without us even asking. That attention to detail speaks volumes."
Serving Edgewater & Surrounding Communities
Proudly serving South River Colony, Londontowne, Selby-on-the-Bay, Woodland Beach, Glebe Heights, Edgewater Beach, Mayo, and surrounding neighborhoods since 1968.