Severn Pest Control
Family-owned pest control serving Severn and Anne Arundel County since 1968. Three generations of the Schulz family. 35+ pests covered with products picked by our research team. No contracts. Free callbacks until the problem is gone.
Family Owned
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
No Contracts
We don't lock you in with paperwork. Stay because it works.
Why Severn Homeowners Choose Better Termite
57 Years Protecting Homes in Anne Arundel County
Severn sits in western Anne Arundel County where suburban neighborhoods meet 1,700 acres of protected forest along Severn Run. Fort Meade anchors the west side. Arundel Mills draws traffic from every direction. In between, communities like Quail Run, The Provinces, Arundel Forest, and Graham Farm give families room to spread out. But that same mix of mature hardwoods, spring-fed streams, and dense housing gives ants, roaches, mice, termites, and mosquitoes a direct path to your door.
Better Termite & Pest Control has served the DC Metro area since 1968. Three generations of the Schulz family have run this company. Our team brings over 300 combined years of field experience. We cut 9 harsh chemicals and now use products like Essentria, Alpine, and borate solutions that our research team selected and that we use in our own homes.
Call 703-683-2000 and talk to a licensed tech who knows Severn. No phone trees. No call centers. Over 1,100 families have left us 5-star Google reviews. We have treated over 100,000 homes across the DC Metro area.
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Why Severn Homes Face Year-Round Pest Pressure
Severn Run, Jabez Branch, and 1,700 Acres of Wildlife Corridors
Severn Run Natural Environment Area wraps along Severn's southern edge with over 1,700 acres of protected riparian forest and wetlands. Jabez Branch, a cold spring-fed stream known for naturally reproducing brook trout, cuts through dense forest cover just south of residential neighborhoods. Deer, raccoons, and field mice move through these corridors and carry ticks and fleas into yards. Homes in The Provinces, Severn Woods, and Graham Farm that back onto wooded buffers see the heaviest pressure from rodents, ticks, and carpenter ants.
Most of Severn was built between the 1970s and 1990s. Quail Run alone has over 550 homes including back-to-back townhomes, traditional townhomes, and single-family houses. Severn Woods has about 115 homes in colonial, split-level, and split-foyer styles. Aging foundations, cracked crawlspace vents, worn weatherstripping, and old wood decks give pests easy entry. In denser townhome communities like Quail Run, Meade Village, and New Cut Farms, roaches, ants, and mice move between units through shared walls and utility chases.
47 Inches of Rain, Humid Summers, and Mild Winters
Severn gets about 47 inches of rain per year. Summer highs reach the mid-80s with humidity that stays elevated through September. That creates nonstop breeding conditions for mosquitoes, ants, and termites from April through October. Retention ponds in Arundel Forest and Lake Village, drainage swales along New Cut Road and MD-176, and clogged gutters across Severn Crest and Wethersfield hold standing water that fuels mosquito hatches. Winters drop into the mid-20s, cold enough that mice and rats push indoors to nest in walls, attics, and behind appliances, but not cold enough to wipe out outdoor insect populations.
Full-Service Pest Control for Severn Homes
35+ Pests Covered Under One Plan
Our TriGuard Pest plan covers the pests that show up in Severn homes year after year: ants, carpenter ants, roaches, spiders, stink bugs, centipedes, silverfish, camel crickets, fleas, ticks, wasps, yellow jackets, carpenter bees, earwigs, and more. Every visit starts with an inspection. We treat inside and out, from baseboards and bathrooms to the roofline and foundation.
Treatments last 90 to 120 days. We visit 3 times per year to keep coverage steady with no gaps. If something shows up between visits, call us. We come back and retreat at no extra cost. Plans start at $39/month with a one-time setup fee. No contracts. Cancel anytime with 30 days notice.
From Foundation to Roofline, Inside and Out
Inside, we treat cracks in kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and along baseboards where pests hide and travel. Outside, we spray a barrier around your foundation and hit mulch beds, weep holes, soffits, window frames, and garage doors. The product transfers back to nests and eliminates them at the source. Older homes in The Provinces, Wethersfield, and Parkwood with vinyl siding gaps, aging trim, and worn seals get extra attention at every visit.
Termite Protection for Severn Properties
Damp Soil and Forest Corridors Put Severn at High Risk
Severn sits in the Severn River watershed. Severn Run and Jabez Branch keep soil damp for most of the year. About 32% of the surrounding land is forest, with the rest split between residential development and impervious surfaces. Maryland classifies this area as high risk for subterranean termites. Older homes in The Provinces, Graham Farm, and Severn Woods with crawlspaces and wood framing face the highest exposure. But newer slab homes are not off the hook. Termites slip through gaps as narrow as 1/32 of an inch.
We use the Sentricon bait system. Stations go into the ground around your foundation. When termites find the bait, they carry it back to the colony and the queen. That kills the whole colony at its source. Our TriGuard with Sentricon Bundle starts at $69/month. It covers pest control, Sentricon, and a yearly termite inspection in one plan.
Liquid Barriers and New Construction Protection
For active termite problems, we apply liquid barriers that form a treated zone in the soil around your foundation. Building in one of Severn's newer developments like Arundel Forest? Ask about borate wood treatments before drywall goes up. We have focused on termites since 1968. Our yearly inspections catch early signs before they become expensive repair bills.
Every visit includes dewebbing eaves, soffits, and entry points around your Severn home
Carpenter ants thrive in Severn neighborhoods that border the 1,700-acre Severn Run forest
Subterranean termites exploit the damp soil along Severn Run and Jabez Branch stream corridors
Sentricon stations sit flush with the ground and work around families and pets
Stink bugs invade Severn homes every fall, squeezing through gaps in siding and window frames
Tamper-proof bait stations placed along rodent travel routes protect Severn homes year-round
Mosquito Control in Severn
Retention Ponds, Stream Valleys, and Standing Water Drive Mosquito Pressure
Severn's humid subtropical climate and 47 inches of annual rain create some of the worst mosquito conditions in Anne Arundel County. Retention ponds in Arundel Forest and Lake Village, the non-tidal stretch of Severn Run, and drainage ditches along New Cut Road and MD-176 all collect standing water. Clogged gutters, bird baths, and toys left in backyards across Quail Run, Merriweather, and Windswept Estates add to the problem. From April through October, mosquitoes breed relentlessly in these spots.
Our techs use a backpack mist blower to treat shaded areas, plant edges, and low spots where mosquitoes rest during daylight. The spray knocks down adults on contact and stops larvae from developing. We visit monthly from April through October to keep your yard comfortable.
IN2Care Stations: A No-Spray Alternative
We also offer IN2Care stations for homeowners who prefer a no-spray approach. These traps lure mosquitoes to a station that infects them with a biological agent. The mosquitoes carry it back to nearby breeding sites, which spreads the effect and breaks the breeding cycle. Our SeasonGuard+ plan bundles mosquitoes, ticks, general pests, and termites starting at $95/month.
Rodent Control in Severn, MD
Fort Meade, Forest Buffers, and Arundel Mills Push Rodents Into Homes
Severn borders Fort Meade to the west and 1,700 acres of protected forest to the south. The Arundel Mills commercial strip brings dumpsters, loading docks, and restaurant waste within a mile of residential streets. Mice and rats use wooded corridors, stream banks, and highway shoulders to move into neighborhoods. Homes in The Provinces, Graham Farm, Severn Woods, and Northwood Estates that sit near tree lines see the most rodent activity.
A gap the size of a dime is all a mouse needs to get inside. Older homes from the 1970s and 1980s with worn seals around pipes, crawlspace vents, and garage doors are most at risk. When temperatures drop into the 20s in winter, rodents push indoors and nest in walls, attics, and behind appliances. Dense townhome communities like Quail Run, Meade Village, and New Cut Farms can see rodents spread from unit to unit through shared walls and utility chases.
Our 4-step rodent plan starts with a full inspection to map active trails and entry points. We set tamper-proof bait stations and snap traps along travel routes. Follow-up visits at weeks 1 and 3 confirm results and adjust placement. One-time rodent work runs $250 to $400. You can also add rodent coverage to a recurring plan starting at $39/month.
What Your Severn Area Neighbors Say
1,100+ 5 Star Reviews on Google "We had a bad cockroach problem - we knew it was bad because of all the baby cockroaches we spotted. It took a while but Better Termite ultimately solved it and our house is cockroach free. ... Fortunately their customer service, Cindy in particular, was quick to help out and made it pain free."
"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. ... Kamaal, who I'm gonna call my customer consultant, is fantastic—he really listens to my concerns and works with me to come up with the best plan for whatever pest issues I'm dealing with."
"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. ..."
"Steve was very accommodating and patient in explaining what we're dealing with and what measures he recommended to address our rodent issue. He walked through and assessed our home thoroughly for areas of concern and walked my wife and I through the treatment plan and why he recommended the treatments."
"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. ... 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 want to take a moment to recognize the exceptional service I received from Mr. Hussam. From the start, he was highly professional, personable, and attentive to my needs. ... His dedication and loyalty to both his job and the business were evident in the way he handled every interaction with care and expertise."
"We had a bad cockroach problem - we knew it was bad because of all the baby cockroaches we spotted. It took a while but Better Termite ultimately solved it and our house is cockroach free. ... Fortunately their customer service, Cindy in particular, was quick to help out and made it pain free."
"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. ... Kamaal, who I'm gonna call my customer consultant, is fantastic—he really listens to my concerns and works with me to come up with the best plan for whatever pest issues I'm dealing with."
"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. ..."
"Steve was very accommodating and patient in explaining what we're dealing with and what measures he recommended to address our rodent issue. He walked through and assessed our home thoroughly for areas of concern and walked my wife and I through the treatment plan and why he recommended the treatments."
"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. ... 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 want to take a moment to recognize the exceptional service I received from Mr. Hussam. From the start, he was highly professional, personable, and attentive to my needs. ... His dedication and loyalty to both his job and the business were evident in the way he handled every interaction with care and expertise."
How Severn Pest Control Works
Talk to a Licensed Tech
Call 703-683-2000 and speak directly with a licensed technician who understands Severn pest problems. No phone trees. No overseas call centers. You get a quote and treatment plan on the spot.
78-Point Home Inspection
A licensed tech visits your Severn home and runs our 78-point check. We inspect foundation cracks, crawlspace vents, pipe gaps, soffits, mulch beds, and every weak spot common in homes across Quail Run, The Provinces, Arundel Forest, and Graham Farm.
Targeted Treatment
We treat your home using products picked by our research team. We cut 9 harsh chemicals and replaced them with reduced-risk options like Essentria, Alpine, and borate solutions that we use in our own homes.
Seasonal Protection
Our TriGuard plan gives you 3 visits per year, timed to Anne Arundel County pest cycles. Spring targets ants and termites. Summer hits mosquitoes and wasps. Fall tackles stink bugs and roaches before they move indoors for winter.
Free Unlimited Callbacks
Spot a pest between visits? Call us. We come back and retreat at no extra charge. That is our Better Promise, and it applies every time until the problem is gone.
No Binding Contracts
No long-term lock-ins. Cancel anytime with 30 days notice. Zero exit fees. You stay because it works, not because of paperwork.
Serving Severn & All of ZIP 21144
From Quail Run and The Provinces to Arundel Forest, Severn Crest, Graham Farm, Meade Village, Wethersfield, Severn Woods, and neighboring Glen Burnie, Odenton, Hanover, and Jessup.