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Mice, ants, roaches, and termites can invade your home and wreak havoc on your livelihood. Backed by our pest-free pledge, our general pest control plans provide coverage for over 30 pests and are designed with each season in mind, so you can stop worrying about insects and focus on what matters most.\u003C\u002Fp>American Pest offers eco-friendly pest control services to address pests such as ants, beetles, cockroaches, crickets, mice, silverfish, spiders, and stinging insects.","\"Pests thrive year-round, and they can invade your home and wreak havoc. American Pest provides comprehensive pest solutions. Our plans are backed by trained technicians and innovative, high-quality treatments. 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If they trust us, so should you. PMSI is the pest control team to beat!\u003C\u002Fp>Pest Management Services Incorporated (PMSI) offers customized solutions for common pests, such as ants, rodents, spiders, roaches, and centipedes, as well as uncommon pests, such as bedbugs, snakes, and other wildlife, for residential and commercial clients, including FedEx Field, the Inova Sports Complex, the Under Armour Performance Center, and the Capital One Center.","\"There's a reason Pest Management Services serves NFL teams, NBA arenas, NHL rinks, and the homes of legends. If they trust us, so should you. 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Our methods are effective against everything from year-round intruders to seasonal pests, and our follow-up guarantees that pest problems remain solved. We're proud to offer this level of service.\u003C\u002Fp>Green Pest Services' residential pest management service features full inspections, interior treatments, and exterior work, including removal of spiderwebs and wasp nests on first- and second-story eaves.","\"We're committed to providing safe and environmentally conscious options to tackle even the toughest pest problems. Our methods are effective against everything from year-round intruders to seasonal pests, and our follow-up guarantees that pest problems remain solved. We're proud to offer this level of service.\"","10th year as a Best Pick","2016-04-22T00:00:00.000Z",10,"11327","Chantilly",[37,38,39,40,41,42,43,44,45,46,47,48,49,50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,60,61,62,63,64,65,66,67,68,69,70,71,72,73,74,75,76,77,78,79,80,81,82,83,84,85,86,87,88,89,90,91,92,93,94,95,96,97,98,99,100,101,102,103,104,105,106,107,108,109,110,111,112,113,114,115,116,117,118,119,120,121,122,123,124,125,126,127,128,129,130,131,132,133],{"contractor_id":167,"display_name":168,"url_name":169,"company_logo":170,"phone":171,"avg_rating":172,"review_count":173,"short_desc":32,"quote":174,"best_pick_text":175,"signing_date":176,"years_as_best_pick":177,"license_number":32,"has_liability":11,"workers_compensation":30,"warranty":178,"minimum_job":32,"awards_certifications":32,"address_locality":32,"address_region":32,"profile_city_url_name":35,"service_zips":179,"has_email":149},3167,"Hunt Country Wildlife & Pest Control","hunt-country-wildlife-control","assets\u002Fcompanylogo\u002F3167\u002F9fac6106-11b5-44eb-bdf0-3322b572d4a7.jpg","571-380-8509",5,163,"\"Our mission is to protect homes and properties through expert, discreet pest control and wildlife exclusion and repair, done right the first time. We deliver peace of mind and lasting protection by combining high-quality craftsmanship with integrity, professionalism, and responsive service.\"","1st year as a Best Pick","2026-09-04T00:00:00.000Z",0,"\u003Cul>\u003Cli>1-year warranty on exclusion and repair services\u003C\u002Fli>\u003C\u002Ful>",[37,38,39,40,41,42,43,44,45,46,47,48,49,50,51,52,53,54,55,56,57,58,59,60,61,62,63,64,65,66,67,68,69,70,71,72,73,74,75,76,77,78,79,80,81,82,83,84,85,86,87,88,89,90,91,92,93,94,95,96,97,98,99,100,101,102,103,104,105,106,107,108,109,110,111,112,113,114,115,116,117,118,119,120,121,122,123,124,125,126,127,128,129,130,131,132,133],[181,186,191],{"company":18,"companyId":17,"companyLogo":20,"rating":172,"text":182,"reviewer":183,"location":184,"date":185,"verified":149,"featured":11},"Excellent customer service and pest control! The technicians are very professional and thorough.","Sharon W.","Alexandria, VA","12\u002F1\u002F2025",{"company":136,"companyId":135,"companyLogo":138,"rating":172,"text":187,"reviewer":188,"location":189,"date":190,"verified":149,"featured":11},"PMSI is the best!  I wish all of the services we use for our home were as top-notch as they are!  We've been counting on them for years and they alwa…","Sarah D.","Sterling, VA","9\u002F16\u002F2021",{"company":152,"companyId":151,"companyLogo":154,"rating":172,"text":192,"reviewer":193,"location":194,"date":195,"verified":149,"featured":11},"We've had issues with ants in the past, but Green Pest Services has done an excellent job to keep it under control.","Richard M.","Annandale, VA","9\u002F7\u002F2021",[197,200,203,206],{"question":198,"answer":199},"How can I tell if it's time to contact a pest control company in Virginia?","\u003Cp>In Virginia, the discovery of a pile of translucent, discarded swarmer wings on a windowsill often signifies that the Eastern subterranean termite has established a mature colony within the structure's thermal envelope. Since the Tidewater Coastal Plain and Piedmont regions sit in a Moderate to Heavy infestation probability zone, these swarms typically occur between February and April. In older neighborhoods like Richmond’s Museum District or Norfolk's Ghent, historic pier-and-beam foundations frequently suffer from crawlspace moisture coupling that provides a direct pathway for Reticulitermes virginicus to bypass foundation piers and reach heart-pine framing. Action is also necessary if you notice distinctive mud tubes climbing foundation walls or basement piers. Virginia's Bojac and Munden sandy-loam soils allow these termites to tunnel effectively throughout the year, especially in well-drained suburban areas. Beyond structural concerns, encountering high densities of the spotted lanternfly, which is now considered statewide-established per the VDACS 2025 quarantine repeal, indicates a need for integrated host-plant management. Identifying these signs early is critical for preventing the kind of deep structural compromise common in the state's older housing stock.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"question":201,"answer":202},"Is there anything I can check before calling a pest control company in Virginia?","\u003Cp>Visible mud tubes on foundation piers or slab edges are clear indicators of subterranean termite foraging, particularly in the loamy soils of the Virginia Tidewater. Homeowners can use a high-powered flashlight to inspect crawlspace entry points for these pencil-sized earth tunnels or look for translucent swarmer wings trapped in spiderwebs around windowsills, which suggest a recent swarm event. In the Tidewater and southside Virginia counties within the federal fire ant quarantine, checking around the perimeter for mounded soil can help flag an infestation before it enters the yard space. Since the Lone Star tick is abundant statewide, performing a thorough tick check on family and pets after spending time near wooded edges is a necessary routine; if you find one, use fine-tipped tweezers for a slow, steady pull and save it in a sealed bag for identification. While these visual checks are helpful for documentation, you must never attempt to mix or apply any termiticide or rodenticide yourself. Direct contact with infestation hotspots, such as active fire ant mounds or rodent droppings, requires professional-grade protective equipment to avoid stings or hantavirus exposure. If structural soft spots are found along sill plates or if mud tubes are active, contact a licensed exterminator immediately, as any DIY pesticide application represents a significant chemical-handling risk and is typically ineffective against established colonies.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"question":204,"answer":205},"What types of pest and termite services are commonly offered in Virginia?","\u003Cp>Subterranean termite inspections and the subsequent issuance of the NPMA-33 Wood Destroying Insect report are the most frequent service calls in Virginia. This is driven by both the moderate to high termite pressure across the coastal plain and federal lender defaults for VA and FHA loans, which require documented inspections for most real estate transactions. In the Tidewater region, these services often include soil-barrier treatments or bait-system monitoring to counteract Reticulitermes flavipes. Another high-demand service involves the integrated management of the spotted lanternfly alongside Tree-of-Heaven removal, as Virginia remains one of the most heavily SLF-impacted states following the 2025 quarantine repeal. Perimeter tick treatments are also a primary management strategy for homeowners across the Piedmont and Blue Ridge tiers. Because the Lone Star tick is a dominant vector for alpha-gal syndrome and ehrlichiosis throughout the state, local teams often utilize seasonal barrier sprays effectively targeted at habitat edges. For properties in Portsmouth or Newport News, specialized subterranean protocols now incorporate precautionary Formosan surveillance near the June 2022 detection pocket to ensure that non-repellent liquid barriers remain effective against invading foragers.\u003C\u002Fp>",{"question":207,"answer":208},"How do I find the best pest control company in Virginia?","\u003Cp>When vetting a prospective pest control company in Virginia, start by verifying credentials through the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) Office of Pesticide Services. Ensure the team holds a Category 7B Wood-Destroying Pest Control sub-credential, which is the standard for structural termite work and the issuance of the NPMA-33 industrial report used in local home sales. A marker of true local expertise is a firm's familiarity with the Tidewater Coastal Plain soils, where continuous foraging requires unique trenching or baiting strategies compared to the Piedmont's clay. To streamline your search, Best Pick Reports offers a merit-based certification that involves a 6-step qualification process and an annual re-verification of 4.0+ Google ratings. This resource minimizes hiring risks by highlighting only those providers who have passed independent satisfaction surveys, all backed by a $2,500 Best Pick Guarantee on labor costs. Using these standards helps ensure that your technician understands the seasonal swarm windows and established invasive species common throughout the state.\u003C\u002Fp>",[],[211,215,218,221,224,227],{"location":212,"date":213,"message":214},"Alexandria","2026-09-29","Replace siding and trim of a sliding door for a townhome",{"location":212,"date":216,"message":217},"2026-09-09","We need to have a new ceiling fan\u002Flight kit installed to replace the old one on our screened porch.",{"location":212,"date":219,"message":220},"2026-07-02","Replacing doorknobs",{"location":212,"date":222,"message":223},"2026-05-28","Gutters cleaned. And possible outside porch plastic roof cleaned.",{"location":212,"date":225,"message":226},"2026-05-17","Dirt removal. I have two piles of dirt that needs to be removed from the lower patio. I can send photos of both piles.  Requesting a quote for this removal.",{"location":212,"date":228,"message":229},"2026-04-29","I'd like a quote for the cost to furnish and install a new state 50 gallon electric water heater. I have already received a quote from another plumber and I'd like to compare prices before I choose one. Thank you."]