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Better Termite & Pest Control has proudly served Marshall, Virginia since 1968 as a third-generation, family-owned business under the Schulz family. We’ve built our reputation on delivering reliable Marshall pest control services without the hassle of binding contracts or hidden fees.
Our approach is straightforward – we offer no-contract plans with free unlimited callbacks until your pest baseline is achieved. With over 400 5-star reviews, our licensed technicians provide direct phone consultations, so you’ll never get stuck in phone trees or outsourced customer service.
We handle the pest problems that matter most to Marshall homeowners: ants, spiders, roaches, rodents, termites, mosquitoes, ticks, fleas, and stinging insects. Additionally, our lawn protection services keep your property looking its best year-round.
Marshall pest activity intensifies during Virginia’s hot, humid summers when insects thrive in the moisture. The area’s mild winters don’t kill off pest populations completely, leading to early spring activity that catches many homeowners off guard.
Our Marshall lawn and pest control schedules are customized to match local soil conditions and seasonal pest pressures. Because we understand Marshall’s unique mix of historic homes and new developments, we tailor our treatment plans for both residential and commercial properties throughout the community.
Our comprehensive pest control service begins with a thorough 78-point inspection of your property. This detailed assessment identifies current pest activity and potential problem areas before we develop your customized treatment plan.
We follow an Integrated Pest Management approach using reduced-risk products like Essentria, borate treatments, and Sentricon systems. Our registered technicians establish quarterly maintenance visits that target seasonal pest activity specific to Marshall pest patterns. Each service includes ongoing monitoring and adjustments based on what we find during follow-up visits.
Both residential and commercial clients can bundle and save by adding termite protection, mosquito control, and lawn care solutions to their base pest control program. Professional technician visits ensure consistent results through tailored treatment plans.
Our mosquito barrier treatments combine adulticides for immediate knockdown with growth regulators that disrupt the insect life cycle. This dual approach provides both instant relief and long-term population control around your property.
For environmentally conscious homeowners, we offer In2Care station options that use biological control methods. Our technicians apply treatments using backpack sprayers to target shrubs, ivy, and dense foliage where mosquitoes rest during the day. We carefully avoid blooming flowers and vegetable gardens to protect beneficial pollinators.
Seasonal scheduling protects your yard and garden during peak mosquito activity from March through October. We also provide advice on eliminating standing water around your home in toys, tarps, and containers where mosquitoes breed.
Our four-step rodent protocol starts with a comprehensive inspection to identify “hot spots” where mice or rats are active. We look for droppings, gnaw marks, and potential food sources like pet food or bird seed that attract these pests.
Tamper-proof bait stations are strategically placed near activity areas, with different approaches for mice versus rats. We use snap traps for rat control to prevent odor issues, while smaller bait stations work effectively for mouse problems. Early follow-ups at 1 and 3 weeks help us monitor progress and adjust the treatment as needed.
Long-term maintenance through quarterly visits prevents future infestations. This ongoing approach addresses entry points and monitors for new activity, because rodent control fails when homeowners skip the maintenance phase.
The Sentricon baiting system forms the foundation of our termite protection, using underground stations with Recruit HD bait containing a chitin inhibitor. This treatment eliminates entire colonies including the queen, providing comprehensive protection for your property.
For active infestations, we apply curative liquid treatments involving trenching and targeted drilling where construction requires it. Pre-construction wood treatments protect new builds, while annual inspections maintain warranty coverage for existing customers.
Early detection is crucial because termites cause $5 billion in annual damage across the United States. The average home suffers $3,300 in damage before homeowners discover the problem, making proactive protection a wise investment.
Better Termite & Pest Control has served Marshall since 1968 under the Schulz family, now in its third generation.
Customers can cancel anytime with 30 days’ notice—no binding contracts required.
We’ll return at no extra fee until your pest baseline is achieved.
Speak with a licensed technician on your first call—no phone trees or outsourced service.
Our internal research removed 9 harsh chemicals; we rely on Essentria, borate solutions, Sentricon for lower environmental impact.
One-time rodent service runs $250–$400; recurring plans start at $39/month. Ant control typically begins at $39/month plus a setup fee. Termite and mosquito pricing varies by severity and property size—call for a custom estimate.
Ants top the list in Marshall, followed by spiders and rodents. Seasonal shifts—spring rains and fall cool-downs—trigger the highest call volume.
Look for licensed, insured technicians, 400+ 5-star reviews, a local family-owned history since 1968, direct phone access, and industry certifications.
Professional services catch infestations early, prevent costly damage, lower health risks, and include free callbacks and flexible plans—saving you money long term.
Our treatments limit harsh chemicals around children and pets by selecting reduced-risk products and following strict application guidelines. Technicians provide clear re-entry instructions.
We focus exclusively on insect and rodent control. Wildlife removal—squirrels, raccoons, birds, snakes—is not offered.
We do not provide bed bug treatments. Our expertise covers general pests, rodents, mosquitoes, ticks, and termites.
Yes—most areas can have a technician on site within one business day. Contact us to confirm availability.
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, Yellow Jackets.
