Odenton Pest Control
Local Experts Using Reduced-Risk Methods In Odenton Since 1968
Family Owned
57 years of experience serving local homes with pets and kids.
Lower Risk Products
Our research team picked materials better for the planet & your home
No Contracts
We don't lock you in with paperwork - stay because it works!
Professional Residential Pest Control Service in Odenton, MD
Welcome to Better Termite & Pest Control, your trusted local experts for pest control in Odenton, MD. Since 1968, our family-owned business has been protecting homes throughout the area from unwanted pests. If you're dealing with ants, termites, rodents, or mosquitoes, our team of licensed professionals is ready to help. Call us today at 703-683-2000 to schedule your service and take back control of your home.
Odenton MD Pest Control Experts: Services Overview
Better Termite & Pest Control brings over five decades of expertise to Odenton homes. As a proud third-generation family business operated by the Schulz family since 1968, we've built our reputation on reliable service and effective pest management.
Our internal research team has removed 9 of the harshest chemicals commonly used in the industry, replacing them with reduced-impact alternatives like Essentria, Sentricon, and Borate-based products.
We offer general pest control, termite elimination and prevention, rodent management, and seasonal mosquito and tick control. Technicians understand Odenton’s specific pest challenges and customize treatments to your situation for results you can count on.
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Customized Pest Control in Odenton, MD
Odenton's suburban setting—with wooded yards, humid summers, mature trees, mulched beds, and nearby woods—creates ideal conditions for pests year-round.
Our services are designed for these conditions: seasonal plans targeting the most active pests, emergency response within one business day, and direct access to knowledgeable local technicians—no phone trees.
Comprehensive Ant Control and Exterminator Options in Odenton
Our general pest control plan begins with a thorough 78-point home inspection to identify existing and potential issues. We then apply interior crack-and-crevice treatments and establish a strong exterior perimeter barrier.
Odenton homeowners commonly deal with ants, spiders, roaches, centipedes, stink bugs, and box elder bugs. We address these while watching for seasonal invaders throughout the year.
Quarterly visits maintain protection year-round, with free unlimited callbacks between treatments. No binding contracts—service is earned through results.
Inspection, Bed Bug Control & Treatment Process
- Initial assessment identifying active issues, entry points, and conducive conditions
- Targeted applications focusing on cracks, crevices, and pest travel routes
- Exterior perimeter treatment creating a protective barrier
- Regular follow-up visits to maintain protection and address new concerns
- Detailed email report after each service summarizing findings and treatments
Expert Mosquito Control in Odenton
We target outdoor resting and breeding sites with backpack sprayers applying adulticide plus growth regulator to vegetation, shade, and harborage areas.
Technicians provide guidance on eliminating standing water and yard practices that reduce breeding. Many customers bundle mosquito control with termite and tick protection for full seasonal coverage.
In2Care Mosquito Stations
In2Care stations use treated gauze with larvicide and fungus that mosquitoes carry to other breeding sites, breaking the cycle even in hard-to-treat areas—an eco-friendlier option for Odenton homes.
Odenton Rodent Control Services
A four-step protocol starts with detailed inspection to find entry points, nesting, and activity patterns. Tamper-proof bait stations are placed strategically outside; snap traps are used inside for rapid knockdown where appropriate.
Follow-up visits at 1 and 3 weeks assess progress and adjust treatment. Quarterly maintenance plus free callbacks provide ongoing protection and prevent recurring rodent issues.
4-Step Rodent Protocol
- Comprehensive inspection for entry points, nesting, and activity
- Placement of tamper-proof bait stations and traps based on behavior
- Critical follow-ups at 1 and 3 weeks to verify effectiveness
- Quarterly maintenance to prevent reinfestation and address new activity
Odenton Termite Control & Prevention
Sentricon baiting uses Recruit HD with noviflumuron to disrupt molting and eliminate the entire colony, including the queen, without drilling or trenching.
Annual inspections, unlimited callbacks, and no long-term contracts provide continuous protection. Pre-construction borate treatments and curative liquid trenching are available when needed.
Why Choose Sentricon?
- Targets termites specifically with an eco-friendlier active ingredient
- Eliminates the entire colony for lasting protection
- No drilling or trenching—minimal disruption to your landscape
- Continuous monitoring for early detection of new activity
Our Process
Family-Owned Legacy
57+ years serving Odenton; a third-generation family business delivering stable, accountable service.
Industry Knowledge
300+ years of combined experience; in-house research selects reduced-risk solutions that stay effective.
No Binding Contracts
Earned service, not obligations—cancel anytime with 30 days’ notice if you are ever dissatisfied.
Free Unlimited Callbacks
If pests return between visits, we return at no cost until baseline control is reached.
Rapid Emergency Response
Technicians can often be dispatched within one business day or less for urgent issues.
Licensed Technicians
Direct access to licensed pros—not scripted call centers—for accurate advice and solutions.