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Better Termite & Pest Control has been a family-owned legacy serving Kensington, MD since 1968. Our local expertise spans over five decades, making us uniquely qualified to handle the specific pest challenges faced by Kensington homeowners. What sets us apart is our commitment to no-contract service, unlimited callbacks, and our dedication to safer pest control—we’ve removed 9 of the industry’s harshest chemicals from our treatments.
Our small, dedicated team of Kensington pest control specialists has built a reputation backed by more than 400 five-star reviews. We tackle the most common pests in the area including ants, spiders, roaches, and ticks with precision and care. The Schulz family continues to operate and manage the business through its third generation, maintaining the same values of integrity and exceptional service.
We provide both commercial and residential pest control services throughout Kensington, with licensed technicians ready to give you a quick quote over the phone. Simply call 703-683-2000 to speak directly with a technician—no phone trees, no waiting—just straightforward Kensington pest control advice from local experts who understand your needs.
Kensington’s historic homes and tree-lined streets create unique pest challenges for residents. The charming colonial architecture, while beautiful, often provides ideal entry points for subterranean termites, which thrive in the region’s warm, humid climate. Additionally, the proximity to Rock Creek Park creates perfect breeding grounds for mosquitoes during summer months, while Norway rats frequently migrate from nearby urban centers into Kensington’s residential areas.
Our Kensington pest control service is specifically tailored to address these local challenges. We understand the unique construction of historic Kensington homes and provide specialized treatments for colonial-style foundations. We also accommodate busy commuter schedules with weekend callbacks and flexible appointment times. Many of our new customers come from neighborhood referrals—a testament to our effectiveness in handling Kensington’s specific pest pressures with solutions that actually work for local homeowners.
Our general pest control options in Kensington include interior crack-and-crevice treatments, exterior perimeter barriers, and quarterly maintenance programs designed to keep your home pest-free year-round. Each service begins with a thorough 78-point inspection to identify specific problem areas and potential entry points.
The Kensington pest control service covers a comprehensive range of common household pests including ants, all varieties of roaches (German, brown-banded, Oriental, American), spiders, silverfish, earwigs, centipedes, box elder bugs, stink bugs, clover mites, springtails, pill bugs, sow bugs, drugstore and cigarette beetles, Indian meal moths, ladybugs, and carpet beetles. Our technicians are specifically trained to identify and treat the pests most common to Kensington homes.
We emphasize the use of alternative products like Essentria and Alpine that have been vetted by our internal research team. This reduced-risk approach means treatments that are effective against pests while being gentler on your home environment. And if pests return between scheduled visits, our unlimited callbacks ensure you’re never left dealing with the problem alone—just pick up the phone and speak directly with a licensed technician to schedule a return visit at no additional cost.
Our pest prevention begins with a comprehensive 78-point inspection of your property to identify all existing and potential pest issues. Following this assessment, we perform targeted interior treatments focused on cracks and crevices where pests hide, as well as an exterior treatment creating a protective barrier around your home.
We use carefully selected non-repellent insecticides that pests carry back to their nests, eliminating entire colonies rather than just surface problems. This is followed by quarterly retreatments to maintain protection through changing seasons, ensuring your Kensington home stays pest-free year-round.
Our seasonal mosquito service for Kensington homes tackles these persistent pests at their source. Using specialized backpack sprayers, our technicians apply treatments to foliage, shaded areas, ivy patches, and the ecotone (where your landscaped yard meets natural areas). The comprehensive treatment includes both an adulticide for immediate relief and a growth regulator that prevents new mosquitoes from developing.
For optimal mosquito control, we advise Kensington homeowners to remove standing water from bird baths, toys, and tarps, as well as maintain landscaping to eliminate dense vegetation where mosquitoes rest. Many Kensington residents choose to bundle their mosquito control with tick and termite treatments for comprehensive protection against all the area’s most problematic pests.
For environmentally conscious homeowners, we offer the In2Care eco-friendly station option. These innovative stations use mosquitoes themselves to distribute larvicide to breeding sites, providing effective control without traditional spraying. This option is increasingly popular in Kensington neighborhoods near Rock Creek Park, where residents are especially concerned about environmental impact.
Our Kensington mosquito control plan includes quarterly treatments precisely timed to align with peak mosquito season. Treatments begin in spring before mosquitoes become active and continue through early fall to provide comprehensive protection during outdoor living months.
For enhanced protection, we offer optional In2Care stations that work continuously between our regular visits. These innovative stations contain a special larvicide and fungus that mosquitoes pick up and carry to other breeding sites, creating a self-perpetuating control system that’s both effective and environmentally responsible.
Our 4-step rodent protocol has proven extremely effective for Kensington homes dealing with mice and rats. The process begins with a full inspection to identify entry points and high-activity areas, followed by strategic placement of tamper-proof bait stations around your property. What sets our approach apart is our early follow-up schedule—we return at 1 and 3 weeks to monitor activity and adjust our treatment as needed.
We use different methods for different rodents: snap traps for rats (who may die in inaccessible areas if poisoned) and secured bait stations for mice. Importantly, we delay exclusion work (sealing entry points) until phase 4 of treatment to avoid trapping rodents inside your home—a common mistake that can lead to odor problems and secondary issues.
Most Kensington homeowners can expect to invest between $250–$400 for a one-time rodent treatment, with ongoing protection plans starting at $39/month plus a setup fee. These ongoing plans provide the best long-term value, as they prevent reinfestation and include our unlimited callback guarantee if rodents return.
Our proven rodent control process begins with a thorough home inspection to identify hot spots of activity and potential entry points. Next, we strategically place tamper-proof bait stations in key locations around your property, focusing on areas with existing activity.
We then schedule critical follow-up visits at 1 and 3 weeks to monitor progress and adjust our approach as needed. Finally, we transition to quarterly maintenance visits to provide ongoing protection, ensuring rodents don’t return to your Kensington home.
Kensington homeowners face significant termite pressure, as our region ranks as the second worst in the USA for termite activity. These silent destroyers cause $5 billion in damage annually across the country, with the average undetected infestation causing approximately $3,300 in damage before discovery. This makes proactive termite protection essential for Kensington homes.
We offer both proactive and curative termite options, including the Sentricon baiting system, liquid trenching treatments, pre-construction borate wood treatments, and annual inspections with renewable warranties. Our approaches are designed to either prevent termites from establishing colonies near your home or eliminate existing colonies before they cause significant damage.
Like all our services, our termite protection comes with no binding contracts, free callbacks for any concerns, and easy cancellation with just 30 days’ notice. This no-risk approach has made us the trusted termite protection choice for Kensington homeowners since 1968, with many of our customers maintaining protection for decades.
The Sentricon system features Always-active Recruit HD bait stations installed around your property perimeter. These stations contain noviflumuron, a specialized compound that disrupts the termite molting process, preventing them from growing and reproducing.
This scientifically proven approach leads to complete colony elimination rather than just repelling termites temporarily. The system includes annual monitoring by our licensed technicians and is recognized for its eco-friendly approach—it even received the Presidential Green Chemistry Challenge Award for its environmental benefits.
Better Termite & Pest Control has proudly served the DC metro area since 1968, with the business now in its third generation of Schulz family management. This long-standing presence has helped us build unmatched trust with Kensington homeowners who appreciate our local knowledge and commitment to the community.
Once you’re on a pest control plan with us, we return at no extra cost until your pest issue reaches a satisfactory baseline. This commitment means no surprise charges and no living with persistent pest problems—just reliable service until the job is done right.
We believe in earning your business with every visit, which is why we never lock you into long-term contracts. You can cancel your service anytime with 30 days’ notice—no penalty, no hassle, no questions asked.
Our internal research team has meticulously reviewed industry products and removed 9 of the harshest chemicals from our treatments. Instead, we choose alternatives like Essentria, Borate, and EcoVia that deliver effective results with reduced impact.
When you call 703-683-2000, you’ll speak directly with a licensed technician—never a call center representative or automated system. This direct access ensures you get expert advice from someone who understands Kensington pest issues firsthand.
Combine pest, termite, mosquito, and tick protection into a single package for more comprehensive coverage and better value. Many Kensington homeowners appreciate this streamlined approach that addresses multiple pest concerns with one trusted provider.
We select lower-impact products vetted by our in-house research team to minimize risk around children and pets. Our technicians apply treatments precisely where needed, avoiding unnecessary application in areas frequented by your family. After each service, we provide a detailed report so you know exactly what was used and where it was applied.
No. We focus exclusively on insects and rodents listed in our covered pest list and do not handle wildlife like raccoons, squirrels, or birds. If you’re experiencing wildlife issues, we can recommend qualified specialists in the Kensington area who handle these specific problems.
No. We do not provide bed bug treatments; for that, you’ll need a specialized bed bug company. We focus on the pests we can treat most effectively, and bed bugs require highly specialized equipment and approaches beyond our standard service offerings.
Yes. In most areas, including Kensington, we can have a technician at your home within one business day or less. For urgent situations, call 703-683-2000 to check availability for same-day service options, which may be possible depending on our schedule.
We cover ants, roaches (American, German, brown-banded, Oriental, smokey-brown), box elder bugs, camel crickets, centipedes, chiggers, clover mites, drugstore and cigarette beetles, fleas, field crickets, gnats, ground beetles, Indian meal moths, ladybugs, millipedes, pill and sow bugs, rice weevils, silverfish, spiders, springtails, stink bugs, ticks, termites, mosquitoes, carpenter ants and bees, hornets, wasps, and yellow jackets.
Call 703-683-2000 to speak with a licensed technician right now. We provide quotes over the phone in a single call, saving you time and getting you answers when you need them. Our transparent pricing means no surprise costs or bait-and-switch tactics.
Yes. We have no binding contracts—just give us 30 days’ notice and we’ll stop service with no cancellation fees attached. We believe in earning your business with every visit, not locking you into agreements you can’t escape.
Our free unlimited callbacks cover any recurring issues—just call and we’ll retreat until the problem is resolved at no additional cost. This promise gives Kensington homeowners peace of mind knowing that they won’t face additional charges if pests persist between regularly scheduled visits.
