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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Pest Control Services in Alexandria
Better Termite & Pest Control has served the DC Metro area since 1968, founded on the principle of protecting homes while prioritizing family and environmental safety. Our third-generation family business combines 300+ years of collective expertise with research-driven practices, eliminating 9 harsh chemicals common in the industry to offer eco-conscious solutions like Alpine and Sentricon. We operate without contracts, guarantee unlimited free callbacks, and maintain a 4.8-star rating with over 400 reviews.Our 78-point inspection process and annual safety reviews ensure tailored, transparent service, while our local team avoids overseas call centers to provide direct communication with licensed technicians. With a BBB A+ rating and partnerships with top builders, we protect over 100,000 homes annually through customized pest management plans.
Services
Pest Control
Rodent Control
Termite Control
Roach Control
Mosquito Control
Stinging Insects
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1968 with 300+ years of combined experience
- Eliminated 9 harsh chemicals from treatment protocols
- No contracts and unlimited free callbacks guaranteed
- Locally owned and operated with direct technician communication
- 4.8-star rating with 400+ verified reviews and BBB A+ accreditation
What people say
5 star reviews
No pests
Excellent service
Eco-friendly methods
Knowledgeable technicians
Services
Pest Control
Our comprehensive pest control service targets ants, spiders, millipedes, and 30+ common pests through year-round protection. Using lower-risk products like EcoVia and Essentria, we create protective barriers around homes while avoiding 9 harsh chemicals. Licensed technicians perform detailed 78-point inspections to identify entry points and breeding areas, with unlimited free callbacks ensuring complete pest elimination.
Rodent Control
Rodent control addresses mice and rat infestations through exclusion techniques and strategic baiting. Our four-step protocol includes sealing entry points, removing attractants, and installing monitoring stations. Technicians use humane trapping methods while educating homeowners on prevention strategies. The service includes re-inspections and retreatments at no additional cost until complete resolution.
Termite Control
Termite control combines liquid treatments and Sentricon baiting systems to eliminate colonies and prevent future infestations. Our certified specialists conduct thorough inspections to identify damage patterns and moisture issues. The service includes annual safety reviews and unlimited retreatments, with detailed reports documenting all treatment activities and product applications used in each service visit.
Roach Control
Targeted roach control addresses German, American, and Oriental cockroach infestations through gel baits and residual treatments. Technicians identify moisture sources and food pathways while applying Borate-based solutions in wall voids and entry points. The service includes follow-up visits to ensure complete elimination, with customized prevention plans to avoid future infestations in residential properties.
Mosquito Control
Mosquito control creates protective barriers around properties using EPA-registered solutions that target breeding areas. Technicians treat standing water sources and apply residual sprays to foliage where mosquitoes rest. The service includes seasonal treatments and unlimited callbacks for recurring issues, with specific focus on eliminating breeding grounds while maintaining environmentally responsible application methods.
Questions
Do you require long-term contracts?
No binding contracts are required. You can cancel anytime with 30 days notice while receiving unlimited free retreatments until pest issues resolve.
What areas do you service?
We cover the entire DMV area including Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC, with service extending from Fredericksburg to Baltimore.
Are your treatments safe for families and pets?
Our protocols avoid 9 harsh chemicals, using EPA-registered alternatives like Sentricon and Essentria that protect homes while prioritizing family and pet safety.
What happens if pests return between treatments?
Our guarantee includes unlimited free callbacks - if pests reappear, we'll return at no additional cost until the problem is completely resolved.
How quickly can you respond to service requests?
Licensed technicians answer calls directly and typically schedule initial inspections within 24-48 hours of contact, with emergency services available 24/7.
Do you offer one-time treatments?
We provide both one-time services for specific pest issues and recurring plans for ongoing protection, with technicians recommending the best approach during consultation.
Reviews (6)
Annemarie Reggie & Lincoln
Jun 11, 2022
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Great experience all the way around. Darryl Gagnon the service tech was outstanding. Called ahead to let me know the timing, showed up on time, did the inspection and explained what he identified very clearly. Every once in a while you have an experience that is worth sharing. Today was that day. Awesome experience, very satisfied, and yes I would recommend this company without hesitation.
Lara M. Maquera
May 24, 2022
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Steve Cox was so kind and willing to work with my schedule. He made a late visit just to accommodate me. He arrived when he said he would, was extremely patient, and very thorough. He explained how to monitor pest and rodent traffic and checked all the areas I let him know I had seen pests. I highly commend him and recommend Bettee Termite & Pest Control.
Lexie Brown
May 10, 2022
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We've been using Better Termite and Pest Control for a year or so and I highly recommend their services. Steve is so thorough and also very friendly! He even helped with a big spider inside the house the morning of a service. I placed a glass over it because I didn't want to handle it! Steve took care of the spider webs outside too. Thank you, Steve!
Mc Dale
May 05, 2022
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We have been with Better Termite for 30+ years and have been extremely satisfied with their work and flexibility. We recently signed up for mosquito control. Our technician, Felipe came today and did a great job. Overall we have been extremely satisfied with our services and will continue using Better Termite! Services: Mosquito extermination, Termite inspection, Termite extermination
Dixie Berman
Apr 26, 2022
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Felipe is a nice young man who applied my Mosquito Treatment today. He was very professional and took the time to tell me areas of concern to watch for where there are drains and excessive foliage- places where mosquitos love to gather. I appreciated his time today to explain these things to me. He was an excellent listener about my concerns and had the answers I was looking to find out. Thank you Better Termite for such a knowledgeable technician you sent my way today.
Jazmine Martinez
Apr 21, 2022
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I had Felipe as my technician and he was great! He called me when arriving to my house and proceeded to spray my backyard, Front yard and the bushes by my driveway. He avoided my vegetable garden as I had instructed. He took his time doing the treatment and was very polite. I highly recommend this company and highly recommend FELIPE as the Technician, excellent customer service.
