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Take back your backyard with Northern Virginia mosquito control that actually works. Better Termite & Pest Control has been family-owned since 1968, bringing three generations of experience to your mosquito problems.
Our proven mosquito treatments go beyond basic spraying. We’ve built an internal research team that removed 9 harsh chemicals from our programs. Instead, we use reduced-risk alternatives like Essentria and EcoVia that are EPA approved and products we’d feel comfortable using in our own homes.
No binding contracts mean you’re never locked into service you don’t want. Plus, our unlimited callbacks promise means we’ll keep coming back until your biting pest issues are under control. Talk to a licensed technician today for a personalized quote that fits your property’s specific needs.
Our integrated mosquito management starts with identifying the “hot spots” in your yard. Licensed technicians inspect areas where mosquitoes rest during daylight hours – especially shaded foliage, ivy patches, and areas where your landscaping meets natural terrain.
Using targeted backpack sprayer applications, we treat these key areas with adulticide for immediate knockdown plus an insect growth regulator that disrupts the mosquito life cycle. This combination attacks existing populations while preventing future generations from developing properly.
Follow-up visits are scheduled based on your property’s specific mosquito pressure. Because mosquito activity varies throughout the season, we adjust our treatment approach until your yard reaches a comfortable baseline. The yard inspection and treatment process typically takes about an hour, depending on your property size.
The In2Care Mosquito Control System represents the next level in eco-conscious mosquito management. This innovative approach uses specially designed stations that attract mosquitoes to a treated gauze containing both a larvicide and a beneficial fungus.
Here’s what makes In2Care special: when mosquitoes contact the treated gauze, they become carriers that auto-disseminate control agents to other breeding sites. Basically, the mosquitoes do the work for us by spreading the treatment to places we can’t easily reach.
This green mosquito control option works particularly well on properties with scattered breeding sites or for customers who prefer minimal spray applications. However, the system works more slowly than traditional treatments and may cost more than conventional approaches. It’s ideal for environmentally conscious homeowners who want long-term mosquito suppression with minimal maintenance.
Our technicians place stations in shaded rest areas where mosquitoes naturally congregate. When mosquitoes enter these stations, they contact the treated gauze and pick up the fungus and larvicide agents.
These contaminated mosquitoes then transfer the control materials to standing water sites throughout your neighborhood. This creates long-term suppression that extends well beyond your property boundaries with minimal ongoing maintenance required.
The tick surge that occurs each March requires immediate attention with granular applications around your property’s perimeter. These treatments target the areas where ticks “quest” for hosts – particularly along brush lines and in the ecotone where your lawn meets natural areas.
From April through October, we supplement granular treatments with targeted sprays in high-risk areas. This dual approach addresses both adult ticks and developing populations throughout the active season.
Our November granular application provides a final barrier before winter dormancy. This spring and fall tick control strategy significantly reduces your family’s exposure to Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses common in Northern Virginia.
Northern Virginia’s climate creates ideal conditions for several mosquito species. The Asian tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus) is particularly aggressive during daylight hours, while the common house mosquito (Culex pipiens) becomes most active during evening hours.
Wood-lined backyards are especially problematic because they provide the shaded harborage areas mosquitoes need during hot weather. Additionally, the region’s spring rains and summer humidity create perfect breeding conditions in everything from clogged gutters to forgotten flower pot saucers.
Floodwater mosquitoes emerge in huge numbers after heavy rains, creating temporary but intense backyard mosquito nuisance situations. Understanding these local mosquito species patterns helps us time treatments for maximum effectiveness throughout the Northern Virginia region.
Every treatment begins with a comprehensive site survey to identify breeding sites and resting areas. Our licensed technicians examine areas like dense vegetation, mulched beds, and any spots where water might collect after rainfall.
Spot treatments target specific problem areas while barrier creation around your property’s perimeter provides ongoing protection. We focus particularly on the ecotone – that transition zone between your maintained landscape and wilder areas where mosquitoes love to hide.
After each visit, you’ll receive our “Know We Did” email report detailing exactly which products were applied and where. This customer communication approach ensures you know exactly what’s happening on your property. Remember, unlimited callbacks are included if mosquito activity returns between scheduled treatments.
Seasonal mosquito control in Northern Virginia requires a strategic approach that adapts to changing weather patterns. Our programs typically begin in April when temperatures consistently reach levels that trigger mosquito development.
Spring mosquito treatment focuses on eliminating early-season populations before they can establish breeding cycles. Monthly treatments continue through September, with each visit timed to interrupt mosquito development during peak activity periods.
Fall yard protection extends into October, especially during mild autumn weather that can extend mosquito season. We adjust treatment timing based on rainfall patterns, temperature trends, and customer reports of mosquito activity in specific neighborhoods.
We use reduced-risk botanical and microbial products that have passed through our internal research team. Each product is one we’d feel comfortable using in our own homes. The In2Care stations require no spray contact and work through biological agents that specifically target mosquitoes.
Monthly visits from April through September provide optimal mosquito control in Northern Virginia. Additionally, unlimited callbacks between scheduled treatments ensure your yard stays comfortable if mosquito pressure increases unexpectedly.
Our treatments target Asian tiger mosquitoes, common house mosquitoes, floodwater species, and other vectors common to the Northern Virginia region. Each species has different behavior patterns, which is why our inspection process identifies the specific types active on your property.
Early spring in April, before breeding reaches peak levels, gives you the best results. Starting before mosquito populations explode prevents the massive swarms that can make your backyard unusable during summer months.
Stations attract resting mosquitoes to treated gauze containing fungus and larvicide. Contaminated mosquitoes then spread these control agents to breeding sites throughout the area, creating long-term population suppression that extends beyond your property.
Yes, rapid-response service is available within 24 to 48 hours for high-nuisance situations. Whether you’re planning an outdoor event or dealing with sudden mosquito pressure, our licensed technicians can provide immediate relief.
Perimeter vegetation, shaded foliage areas, ivy patches, brush lines, and known mosquito resting sites receive targeted treatments. We focus on the areas where mosquitoes actually spend time rather than treating your entire lawn.
Most customers notice significantly fewer mosquito encounters within 24 to 48 hours after initial treatment. The adulticide component provides immediate knockdown while the growth regulator prevents new populations from developing.
We provide guidance on eliminating containers and small water sources that breed mosquitoes. For larger water features or ponds that can’t be drained, we can apply appropriate larvicides designed specifically for aquatic environments.
