King George Mosquito Control
Family-owned since 1968 with 9 harsh chemicals removed by our internal research team. Monthly treatments, unlimited callbacks, no contracts.
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57 years of experience serving local homes with pets and kids.
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Our research team picked materials better for the planet & your home
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Why King George Homeowners Trust Better Termite for Mosquito Control
King George County is beautiful. It's also one of the hardest places in Virginia to control mosquitoes. Wedged between the Potomac River to the north and the Rappahannock River to the south, the county's tidal marshes, creeks, and 42 inches of annual rainfall give mosquitoes more breeding habitat than most of Northern Virginia combined.
Better Termite & Pest Control has been helping Virginia homeowners reclaim their outdoor spaces since 1968. Three generations of the Schulz family have operated and managed this business, and we built an internal research team that reviews every product we apply. That research led us to remove 9 of the harshest chemicals common in the pest control industry and replace them with alternatives like Essentria, Alpine, and EcoVia.
Our King George mosquito control programs run monthly from April through October. Every plan includes unlimited callbacks at no extra cost, no binding contracts, and a real person who answers the phone when you call at 703-683-2000.
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What Makes King George County a Mosquito Hotspot
King George is classified as 100% rural by the county government and sits squarely on Virginia's Northern Neck. Two major rivers border the county. Dozens of smaller waterways, including Machodoc Creek, Chotank Creek, and Jett's Creek, wind through the interior. Add in the wetlands at Land's End Wildlife Management Area (462 acres of marsh and farmland along the Rappahannock) and the swamp forest at Chotank Creek Natural Area Preserve (1,108 acres), and mosquitoes have no shortage of places to breed.
Asian tiger mosquitoes are the primary daytime nuisance across King George. They lay eggs in anything that holds a half-inch of water: clogged gutters, bird baths, tire swings, tarps over boats, and flower pot saucers. House mosquitoes take over at dusk, breeding in the larger standing water found in tidal marshes and drainage ditches near the Potomac.
Properties in Fairview Beach, Dahlgren, and Presidential Lakes sit especially close to water. Homes near the 4,320-acre Naval Surface Warfare Center and along the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail back up to pine and hardwood forests that harbor mosquitoes, ticks, and wildlife. Summers averaging 89°F with humidity above 70% push mosquito populations to double in a matter of days during peak season.
Asian tiger mosquitoes are aggressive daytime biters found across King George neighborhoods from Dahlgren to Fairview Beach
Our technicians treat your yard while respecting your landscaping and garden beds
Mosquitoes rest in dense vegetation and garden plantings between blood meals
Our experienced technicians serve King George neighborhoods monthly from April through October
The distinctive striped legs of the Asian tiger mosquito make them easy to identify in King George County
Our service trucks are a familiar sight across King George neighborhoods including Presidential Lakes and Hopyard Farm
How Our King George Mosquito Treatments Work
Every program starts with a thorough property walk. Our licensed technicians identify breeding sites, resting areas, and moisture sources across your lot. On King George's larger rural properties, that means checking outbuildings, barns, sheds, boathouses, wooded edges, septic field areas, and anywhere water pools after rain.
We then apply targeted barrier treatments using a backpack mist blower to foliage, dense shrubbery, under decks, eaves, and shaded areas where mosquitoes rest during the day. Our spray combines an adulticide that kills mosquitoes on contact with an insect growth regulator (IGR) that stops new mosquitoes from developing. You get fast relief now and fewer mosquitoes over time.
After each visit, we email you a detailed report explaining what was treated, what products were used, and any property-specific recommendations. And because every plan includes unlimited callbacks, we come back at no charge if mosquitoes pick up before your next scheduled visit.
In2Care Stations: Around-the-Clock Mosquito Reduction
The In2Care system works 24/7 between spray visits. These stations attract female mosquitoes to treated gauze containing a larvicide and a mosquito-specific fungus. When mosquitoes enter, they pick up the treatment material and carry it to other breeding spots around your property and your neighbors' yards.
This self-spreading effect extends control well beyond your yard, which matters in King George where you can't directly treat every marsh, creek, and drainage ditch within flying distance of your home. For properties near the Potomac shoreline, Chotank Creek, or the many feeder streams flowing into both rivers, In2Care stations keep working on breeding sites in water you can't reach.
In2Care Advantages for King George Properties
- Controls both adult and larval mosquitoes from a single station
- Self-spreading action reaches breeding sites in nearby marshes and creeks
- Reduces overall spray applications while maintaining results
- 60-90 day effectiveness per station treatment cycle
- Works alongside barrier sprays for full-spectrum coverage
What King George Area Homeowners 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."
"They offer a reasonable termite warranty, do a good check, and no nonsense."
"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."
"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 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."
"They offer a reasonable termite warranty, do a good check, and no nonsense."
"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."
"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."
Our 4-Step Process for King George Mosquito Control
Step 1: 78-Point Property Inspection. A licensed technician walks your property to find breeding sources, resting areas, and entry points. On King George's larger lots, this includes barns, sheds, boathouses, stacked firewood, wooded perimeters, and low-lying areas where water collects. Properties in Hopyard Farm, Presidential Lakes, and near the Rappahannock riverfront get extra attention around waterfront features and lake edges.
Step 2: Targeted Barrier Application. We spray foliage, foundation plantings, areas under eaves and decks, and dense vegetation where mosquitoes hide during daylight hours. We focus treatment where mosquitoes actually rest, avoiding blooming flowers and edible plants.
Step 3: Results Check. Every treatment includes a follow-up evaluation. If mosquito activity persists, we adjust product selection or application areas at no additional cost.
Step 4: Monthly Maintenance. Scheduled visits from April through October maintain your protective barrier. Each visit includes a full report emailed to you detailing exactly what was treated and any recommendations specific to your property.
Seasonal Mosquito Protection Schedule for King George
April: We launch monthly barrier treatments before the first major mosquito hatch. Early intervention prevents populations from establishing in the breeding sites along Machodoc Creek, Chotank Creek, and in your own yard. For homeowners bundling tick control, granular treatments start in March.
May through September: Monthly barrier treatments maintain protection during peak season. King George's summer heat and humidity above 70% create conditions where mosquito populations can explode in days. Consistent monthly coverage paired with In2Care stations keeps your outdoor space usable all summer, whether you're in Dahlgren, Owens, or along the Fairview Beach waterfront.
October: Final barrier treatment of the season targets late-season species. We also walk your property and recommend eliminating standing water sources, cleaning gutters, and dumping containers to reduce next year's populations before winter dormancy.
Serving King George & Surrounding Communities
From Dahlgren and Fairview Beach to Passapatanzy and Hopyard Farm, we keep King George County families comfortable outdoors.
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Mosquito and Tick Bundles for King George's Wooded Lots
King George County's large wooded lots, active deer population, and proximity to Caledon State Park (2,587 acres of old-growth forest) make tick control a smart add-on to mosquito service. Properties along the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail, near Land's End WMA, and in rural communities like Passapatanzy, Owens, and Sealston sit right where woods meet yards, and that's where most tick encounters happen.
Our SeasonGuard+ plan bundles mosquito treatments, tick prevention, termite monitoring with Sentricon, and general pest control into one monthly program starting at $95/month. Tick treatments include granular applications in March and November targeting spring and fall tick surges, plus Damminix Tick Tubes that disrupt the tick lifecycle at the source.
One bill covers everything. One phone number to call. No contracts, cancel anytime with 30 days notice if you're not happy. Bundling saves you money and keeps every seasonal threat covered under a single program.
