Remington Pest Control
Third-generation pest control protecting Remington homes and rural Fauquier County properties since 1968. We cover 35+ pests with products vetted by our research team. No binding contracts, free unlimited callbacks.
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.
Pest Control Built for Remington's River Town Setting
Remington is a small railroad town on the Rappahannock River in southern Fauquier County. The Historic District has Victorian cottages and buildings from the late 1800s. Beyond the town center, newer spots like The Meadows and rural properties sit along Lucky Hill, Sumerduck, and Piney Ridge roads. Whether you live in a wood-frame home on East Main Street or on a larger lot near the river, old materials, thick plants, and nearby farmland bring pest problems all year long across ZIP code 22734.
Better Termite & Pest Control is a third-generation, family-owned company founded in 1968. We have over 300 years of combined team experience and have treated over 100,000 homes across the DC Metro area. Our research team removed 9 of the harshest chemicals used in our industry. We replaced them with reduced-risk products like Essentria, Alpine, and borate-based solutions. When you call 703-683-2000, you talk to a licensed technician who knows Remington's pest patterns. No phone trees. No outsourced call centers.
Get a Free Quote
Choose the option that works best for you
Option 1: Call a Licensed Tech
Option 2: Submit Your Info to our Team
Why Remington Has Year-Round Pest Pressure
Remington sits on the Rappahannock River at the southern edge of Fauquier County, near the Culpeper County line. The river floodplain, farm fields, and wooded hills around town support pests of every type. Hay fields, horse farms, and pastures run right up to residential lot lines.
Summers are hot and humid, with highs near 88 degrees and humidity above 70%. The area gets 30 to 40 inches of rain per year, mostly from May through August. That means long active seasons for ants, mosquitoes, spiders, and roaches from March through November. In fall, stink bugs crowd south-facing walls looking for cracks to slip inside. By December, mice move into garages, crawlspaces, and wall voids as food runs short in the fields. This cycle hits properties across 22734 every year.
Older homes in the Historic District have brick and stone foundations. Years of settling have opened gaps that let mice, roaches, and ants inside. Crawlspaces with bare soil and poor airflow hold moisture that draws carpenter ants and termites. Even newer homes in The Meadows and along Remland Court deal with pests from the surrounding fields and wooded edges.
Full-Service Pest Control for Remington Homes
Our TriGuard Pest plan covers 35+ pests that show up in Remington homes. That includes ants, carpenter ants, roaches, spiders, stink bugs, centipedes, silverfish, camel crickets, earwigs, fleas, ticks, wasps, hornets, yellow jackets, carpenter bees, and more. Stink bugs and mice are the two biggest problems here. Stink bugs push through window frames and siding gaps every October. Mice come in from farm fields and the river corridor once it gets cold.
Every service starts with our 78-point inspection. We check entry points, moisture problems, and active pest hot spots. Inside, we treat cracks and crevices in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and utility rooms. Outside, we apply a barrier around your foundation, treat mulch beds, weep holes, and soffits. Our products are non-repellent. Pests carry them back to their colonies and spread them at the source.
Treatments last roughly 90-120 days. Our tri-annual schedule (3 visits per year) keeps coverage continuous. Plans start at $39/month with a one-time setup fee. No binding contracts.
Termite Protection for Remington Properties
The DC Metro area ranks as the #2 region in the country for termite activity. Remington's older homes have wood framing, sill plates, and beams that range from 50 to over 130 years old. Virginia's clay soils hold moisture against foundations. That is exactly what subterranean termites need. Most homeowners do not find termites until they have caused thousands in damage.
We use the Sentricon baiting system. Stations go into the ground around your foundation. When termites find the bait, they carry it back to the colony and the queen. This wipes out the whole colony at its source. Our TriGuard with Sentricon Bundle starts at $69/month. It includes full pest control, termite baiting, and a yearly termite check.
For active problems, we apply liquid treatments by trenching and drilling where needed. Building or renovating on one of Remington's rural lots? Ask about our borate wood treatments for built-in protection.
Carpenter ants thrive in Remington's wooded lots and river corridors, targeting aging wood framing in historic homes
Every visit includes dewebbing eaves, porches, and entry points around your Remington home
Stink bug nymphs develop in Remington's gardens and farm fields before migrating indoors as fall temperatures drop
Our branded trucks serve Remington and surrounding Fauquier County communities every week
Three generations of the Schulz family have protected Northern Virginia homes since 1968
Mosquito and Tick Control in Remington
Remington sits right on the Rappahannock River. Backwaters, floodplain pools, and feeder creeks breed heavy mosquito numbers from April through October. Standing water in farm ponds, horse troughs, rain barrels, and low pastures makes the problem worse across 22734.
Our technicians use a backpack mist blower to spray vegetation edges and shaded areas where mosquitoes rest during the day. Monthly treatments from April through October knock down adults and stop new ones from maturing. We are careful around flower beds and vegetable gardens.
Remington's pastures, wooded lot lines, and deer herds also make it prime tick territory. Black-legged ticks and lone star ticks are both found in Fauquier County. We treat with granular products in spring and fall, plus Damminix Tick Tubes where mouse activity is high. Our SeasonGuard+ plan bundles mosquito, tick, pest, and termite coverage starting at $95/month.
Carpenter Ants and Stink Bugs in Remington
Two pests cause the most calls from Remington homeowners: carpenter ants and brown marmorated stink bugs.
Carpenter ants are large black ants (up to half an inch) that dig into damp or damaged wood to build nests. They do not eat wood like termites, but the damage adds up fast. Older Remington homes with aging sill plates, wood porch framing, and damp crawlspaces are prime targets. If you see large black ants inside, especially near sinks, bathrooms, or windows, you likely have a colony close by. We find the nest, treat it directly, and put down a barrier to keep them out.
Stink bugs invade Remington homes every fall by the hundreds. They squeeze through gaps in siding, around window frames, and under door sweeps. Once inside, they hibernate in wall voids until spring. Crushing them releases a foul smell. Our fall treatments target exterior walls and entry points before stink bugs move inside. For homes already dealing with an invasion, we treat interior harborage areas and seal key gaps.
Why Remington Families Choose Better Termite
We have been protecting Virginia homes since 1968. Three generations of the Schulz family. Over 300 years of combined team experience. Over 100,000 homes treated across the DC Metro area. Here is why families stick with us:
- 57 years of Virginia experience: We know Fauquier County's mix of historic village homes, newer builds, and rural lots along the Rappahannock.
- Talk to a real expert: Call 703-683-2000 and speak directly with a licensed technician. No phone trees. No scripted sales pitches.
- 9 harsh chemicals removed: Our research team reviewed thousands of product studies and pulled 9 of the harshest chemicals from our programs.
- No binding contracts: Cancel anytime with 30 days notice. No exit fees, no hassle.
- Unlimited free callbacks: Spot a problem between visits? We come back at no extra charge. That is the Better Promise.
- Over 400 five-star reviews: Real results from a family business, not a national franchise.
What Your Remington Neighbors Are Saying
1,100+ 5 Star Reviews on Google "We've had a subscription service with this company for yrs, since moving into our current house, and realizing it was rather...spidery. But NO MORE! Better Termite uses pet-friendly, but not spider-friendly products, and we are now creepy crawly-free! Over the years, they've also tackled ants, bees, and HORRIBLE paper wasps!"
"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. We recently had a swarm of a stinging insect take shelter under our ground-level deck, and they researched, bought necessary equipment, and came up with the best way to treat it."
"I've had nothing but great experiences for 3 years now. Their consistent, reliable service really stands out for me, and everyone is always kind and easy to talk to. I also like that they're a local, family-run business. Kamaal is fantastic, he really listens to my concerns and works with me to come up with the best plan."
"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. Last summer they removed a mud dauber's nest under our deck and above our patio door."
"We have used Better Termite since 1996 and we're very pleased with the results. The techs and the staff are flexible and prompt with appointments. Their price is reasonable. In 2023 we started using their pest control service for bugs and mice. Again we have been happy with the results of their service."
"We've had a subscription service with this company for yrs, since moving into our current house, and realizing it was rather...spidery. But NO MORE! Better Termite uses pet-friendly, but not spider-friendly products, and we are now creepy crawly-free! Over the years, they've also tackled ants, bees, and HORRIBLE paper wasps!"
"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. We recently had a swarm of a stinging insect take shelter under our ground-level deck, and they researched, bought necessary equipment, and came up with the best way to treat it."
"I've had nothing but great experiences for 3 years now. Their consistent, reliable service really stands out for me, and everyone is always kind and easy to talk to. I also like that they're a local, family-run business. Kamaal is fantastic, he really listens to my concerns and works with me to come up with the best plan."
"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. Last summer they removed a mud dauber's nest under our deck and above our patio door."
"We have used Better Termite since 1996 and we're very pleased with the results. The techs and the staff are flexible and prompt with appointments. Their price is reasonable. In 2023 we started using their pest control service for bugs and mice. Again we have been happy with the results of their service."
How Remington Pest Control Works
Talk to a Licensed Tech
Call 703-683-2000 and talk to a licensed technician who knows Remington's mix of historic homes, newer builds, and rural lots. No phone trees, no outsourced call centers.
78-Point Home Inspection
A licensed professional inspects your property using our 78-point checklist. We check stone foundations, crawlspace vents, weep holes, and active pest hot spots from the basement to the roofline.
Targeted Treatment
We treat with products vetted by our internal research team. We removed 9 of the harshest chemicals common in pest control and replaced them with reduced-risk products like Essentria, Alpine, and borate-based solutions.
Seasonal Protection Plan
Our TriGuard plan includes 3 scheduled visits per year timed to Remington's seasonal pest patterns. Each visit targets the pests most active that season across Fauquier County.
Free Unlimited Callbacks
Spot something between visits? Call us. We come back and retreat at no extra charge until the problem is resolved. That is our Better Promise.
No Binding Contracts
Cancel anytime with 30 days notice. No exit fees, no long-term lock-ins. You stick around because the results speak for themselves.
Serving All of Remington & Southern Fauquier County
From East Main Street to The Meadows, Lucky Hill Road to Sumerduck Road, and all properties in ZIP code 22734.