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Better Termite & Pest Control has been providing specialized pest control solutions to Upper Marlboro homeowners for over 57 years. As a third-generation family-owned business under the Schulz family’s leadership, we bring decades of local expertise to every property we service.
What makes us different? We’ve deliberately removed 9 harsh chemicals common in our industry, choosing better alternatives that effectively control pests while being mindful of your family. Our commitment to your satisfaction means no binding contracts and unlimited callbacks if pests return between scheduled visits.
Our comprehensive pest management addresses the full spectrum of common Upper Marlboro pests, including ants, termites, rodents, mosquitoes, spiders, and ticks. With over 400 five-star reviews from satisfied customers, our track record speaks for itself.
When Upper Marlboro residents need reliable pest control, they choose our team of licensed professionals who understand the unique challenges of Maryland pest problems.
Upper Marlboro’s humid summers and clay-based soils create the perfect environment for many unwanted pests. The area’s wooded subdivisions provide natural harborage for various insects and rodents that frequently make their way into local homes.
Our in-house research team continually studies these local conditions, allowing us to develop targeted treatments that address the specific pest challenges Upper Marlboro homeowners face. This localized expertise means more effective results for your property.
Since establishing our roots in the DMV area in 1968, we’ve built a deep understanding of the seasonal pest patterns in Upper Marlboro. Our technicians don’t just apply generic treatments – they bring location-specific knowledge that makes all the difference in achieving lasting pest control.
Our general pest control process begins with an expert phone consultation where a licensed technician discusses your specific concerns. When we arrive at your property, we conduct a thorough 78-point inspection to identify current pest activity and potential problem areas.
Our treatment approach combines interior and exterior methods focused on creating a protective barrier. We perform detailed crack-and-crevice work and apply non-repellent insecticides like Essentria and EcoVia that pests unknowingly contact and share with their colonies.
Quarterly maintenance visits allow us to adjust treatments based on seasonal pest pressures. Each season brings different challenges – from overwintering pests in fall to emerging insects in spring – and our barrier treatments are customized accordingly.
Our general pest program effectively manages common Upper Marlboro invaders including roaches, ants, spiders, box elder bugs, centipedes, silverfish, and stink bugs. Each treatment is designed to control current problems while preventing future issues.
Our research team continuously evaluates products to find those that deliver results while removing unnecessary chemicals. We utilize reduced-risk products like Alpine, along with Sentricon for termites and Borate-based solutions for wood treatment.
These targeted treatments allow us to address specific pest problems with precision. Rather than carpet-bombing your property with harsh chemicals, we apply the right solution to the right location for maximum effectiveness and minimal environmental impact.
Upper Marlboro’s warm climate makes mosquito control essential for enjoying your outdoor spaces. Our technicians use specialized backpack sprayers to apply a combination of adulticide (for immediate control) and insect growth regulators (to prevent reproduction) around your property’s perimeter.
We pay special attention to eliminating standing water where mosquitoes breed, treating water-holding containers that can’t be emptied, and focusing on harborage areas like dense vegetation. Our quarterly service schedule ensures continuous protection throughout mosquito season.
For environmentally-conscious homeowners, we offer the innovative In2Care system as an alternative to traditional spraying. This option provides effective control while minimizing environmental impact.
Additionally, we educate homeowners on simple steps to reduce mosquito breeding areas, such as emptying water-collecting containers, maintaining proper landscape drainage, and keeping gutters clear of debris. These practices complement our professional treatments for optimal results.
The In2Care system uses strategically placed stations around your property that attract mosquitoes with a water reservoir. When mosquitoes enter, they contact a combination of larvicide and fungal spores they then carry to other breeding sites.
This innovative approach turns mosquitoes into carriers that help spread control agents throughout your property. The system is particularly effective for eco-minded customers who prefer minimal chemical application while still achieving significant mosquito reduction.
Our comprehensive four-step rodent protocol begins with a detailed inspection to identify entry points, nesting areas, and food sources. We then strategically place tamper-proof bait stations around your property’s perimeter to target rodent populations before they enter your home.
Unlike many companies that wait 30 days for follow-up, we schedule early revisits – typically at weeks one and three – to monitor bait consumption and adjust our approach based on activity levels. This proactive strategy catches problems before they escalate.
For interior treatment, we use snap traps for rats to prevent decomposition odors inside walls, while sealed bait stations are effective for mice. Our quarterly maintenance program ensures continuous protection, with frequency adjustments available for high-activity neighborhoods in Upper Marlboro.
The final phase includes exclusion recommendations to seal entry points, preventing future rodent access. Our technicians identify vulnerable areas around utility penetrations, foundation cracks, and roof junctions where rodents commonly enter.
Our inspection focuses on basements, attics, crawl spaces, and utility areas where rodents typically enter and nest. We then implement a strategic baiting program using tamper-resistant stations placed along travel routes.
Early follow-up visits allow us to assess effectiveness and make adjustments as needed. This is followed by our long-term prevention strategy, combining regular monitoring with structural recommendations to keep rodents out permanently.
Our termite protection utilizes the industry-leading Sentricon system with always-active bait stations installed around your property. This system eliminates entire colonies through a unique process that disrupts the termites’ life cycle.
For active infestations, we may recommend curative liquid trenching to create an immediate barrier. We also offer pre-construction borate wood treatments that provide long-term protection for new builds and renovations in Upper Marlboro.
All our termite plans include annual professional inspections to detect early signs of activity before damage becomes extensive. Our technicians are trained to spot subtle indicators that homeowners often miss, providing peace of mind and protecting your investment.
When termites are detected, our response is swift and thorough, with warranty coverage that gives Upper Marlboro homeowners confidence in our service. Early detection through our regular monitoring system is your best defense against costly termite damage.
Sentricon’s effectiveness lies in its active ingredient, noviflumuron, which disrupts the molting process termites require for growth. When foraging termites find the bait, they carry it back to the colony and share it with others.
This colony-focused approach targets the source of the problem rather than just creating a barrier. As the material spreads through shared feeding, it eventually reaches the queen and reproductive termites, leading to complete colony collapse.
Over 57 years serving Upper Marlboro under the Schulz family’s leadership means deep community ties and a legacy of responsible pest management that puts customers first.
If pests return between scheduled visits, we’ll come back to retreat at no extra charge until you’ve achieved a good baseline level of control. No questions asked.
Cancel any time with 30 days’ notice if you’re not thrilled with the results—no exit fees, no hassles, and no complicated paperwork to navigate.
Speak directly to a licensed expert when you call—no phone trees, no outsourced customer service, just knowledgeable professionals ready to help with your pest concerns.
Our local customers have rated us five stars more than 400 times on Google—this track record of satisfaction reflects our commitment to quality service in every home we treat.
Save by combining pest, termite, mosquito, and tick protection in a single plan with flexible add-ons tailored to your property’s specific needs and your budget considerations.
We’ve removed the nine harshest chemicals from our treatments and choose reduced-risk products approved by our research team. We recommend keeping family members out of treated areas until applications have dried and following our post-service instructions for optimal results.
No. We focus exclusively on insect and rodent control. For wildlife removal services such as raccoons, squirrels, snakes, or other larger animals, you’ll need to contact a specialized wildlife service provider in the Upper Marlboro area.
No. We do not treat for bed bugs. Our expertise covers ants, roaches, termites, mosquitoes, rodents, spiders, ticks, and other listed pests, but bed bugs require specialized equipment and treatment protocols that differ from our core services.
Yes. In most cases, we can dispatch a technician to Upper Marlboro properties within one work day or less. Call 703-683-2000 to confirm availability and schedule a prompt service visit for urgent pest situations.
We cover 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.
Our licensed technicians take your call directly, and we often book Upper Marlboro appointments within 24 hours, subject to availability. For most general pest services, we can accommodate even busy schedules with flexible appointment times.
Rodent services start at $250 for a one-time visit or $39/month for recurring plans. Ant and mosquito plans also begin around $39/month. Termite and bundled programs vary by home size and pest activity levels—call for a custom quote tailored to your specific Upper Marlboro property needs.
