McCracken Pest Control

09/03/2026

Hey friends!

Matthew and Ashlee here from McCracken Pest Control. We were just talking about how incredibly blessed and grateful we are for all of you. Seriously, having so many amazing people support our small business means the absolute world to us. Getting to stop by, catch up with everyone, help make your oasis feel like home again Is truly our favorite part of what we do.

With the weather changing up on us, we've noticed the mosquitoes are still out in full force and those pesky rodents are starting to look for ways to sneak indoors as it cools down. Nobody wants uninvited furry or buzzing guests crashing their peace and quiet!

We genuinely care about you and your homes, and we're always here to help however we can. If you have any questions notice any creepy crawlies hanging around, please reach out to us for your FREE no-pressure inspection.

📱540-316-0014

📨 [email protected]

08/20/2026

Bugs aren't invited into your home-and neither are we, unless you ask!🚫🚪

Hey neighbors! Matthew and Ashlee here, owners and operators of McCracken Pest Control. We have a confession to make: We are absolutely terrible sales people.😅

We didn't get into this business to perfect a sales pitch or memorize scripts. We got into it because we love solving bug problems and helping our community.🕷✨

That is why we promise you two things:

1️⃣No uninvited knocks: We will never just show up at your front door unannounced. We only come over when you invite us.

2️⃣No high-pressure deals: We will never try to sell you a service or contract you do not need.

When you call McCracken Pest Control, you don't get a corporate sales rep trying to hit a quota. You get us-the owners-focused entirely on fixing your pest problems with fair prices and honest work.🛠

We are located in Catlett, VA.

If you have pests you didn't invite into your home, give us a call/text at:

📱540-316-0014

📨[email protected]

08/17/2026

Hi Everyone! Wow what a summer and it's not even fully over with yet! The leaves are starting to change🍃🍂, halloween items are already out in stores😱(what already?) and soon the weather will get colder🥶. Those lovely little critters will start really trying to get in😬. No one wants to share their home with mice, especially then they start making themselves a little too comfortable behind your walls. Finding mouse droppings is the absolute worst, and honestly, in our home, we can't stand the thought of a mouse being in our home-or anyone else's house either! 🐭❎(unless you want them there)

If you are dealing with unwanted critters like mice or even rats, we would love to help you out! We are Matthew and Ashlee, the owners/operators of McCracken Pest Control. As a family owned business, we run things with a huge emphasis on family values. We genuinely care about helping our neighbors get a peace of mind and feel safe in their own homes🏠.

We take pride I delivering professional, top-notch service, but we also bring that warm, personal touch. To us, you are not just a customer-you are family.

The best part? We offer a completely free, no-pressure inspection. We will never try to scare you into buying service you don't need; we just want to help you fix the problem honestly and effectively.

We are located in Catlett, VA.

To get a Free no-pressure inspection, you can reach us directly at:

📱Phone: 540-316-0014

📩 Email: [email protected]

We look forward to taking care of your family!

08/08/2026

Most of you know me from keeping your homes pest-free, but drawing caricatures is another hobby of mine that I enjoy almost as much as pest control!

Sketching my beautiful wife, Ashlee, is my absolute favorite way to warm up before a gig. ✏️🎨

It got me thinking—what hobbies or even small businesses do you all have? Getting to know our customers is the absolute best part of what I do. I would love to hear all about it! Drop yours in the comments below, or tell me the next time I'm out treating your home.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/Dby7LVMv1vw/?igsh=OHYxZjllNDR4N2Y2

08/03/2026

Spotting a few odd bugs or just want to stay ahead of home maintenance? 🏡 When it comes to your house, routine checkups are one of the best ways to keep everything running smoothly—and that includes checking in on wood-destroying pests like termites!
While they might be small, termites can cause a lot of structural damage if they go unnoticed. Because they work silently from the inside out, prevention and early detection are always the best route for these guys. A periodic inspection is a fantastic way to catch things early and secure total peace of mind for your largest investment.
Here are a few simple things to watch for around the house:
🔍 What to Keep an Eye On
1. Swarmer Wings: Occasionally finding small, identical wings near windows or doors after a warm spring or summer rain.
2. Mud Tubes: Pencil-thin mud tunnels running along foundation walls where insects travel safely.
3. Hollow-Sounding Wood: Baseboards or trim that sound papery when tapped.
🛠️ Easy DIY Prevention Tip
Cut off their access to moisture and wood-to-soil contact! Keep firewood, mulch, and scrap wood stacked well away from your foundation, and make sure your gutters are actively draining water away from the house.
🏡 Prefer to let us take a look?
At McCracken Pest Control, we believe in total transparency. That’s why we offer free, zero-pressure inspections! 🤝 No aggressive sales tactics here—just a friendly, honest check-up. We even encourage you to take your time and get other quotes so you can feel 100% confident in your choice.
Drop us a message or give us a call to schedule your free inspection! 📞540-316-0014
What’s your favorite routine home maintenance project to check off the list? Let us know below! 👇

08/01/2026

Spotted a large, grayish, football-shaped paper nest hanging from a tree branch or your roof eaves? 🏈 You might have bald-faced hornets—and they are not your average backyard wasp!
Here is what you need to know about these aggressive builders:
⚠️ The "Don't Poke the Nest" Rule
Despite their name, bald-faced hornets are actually a type of aerial yellowjacket, and they are fiercely territorial. If you try to knock down a mature, active nest with a standard can of spray from the hardware store, you are practically guaranteed to get a swarm of angry, multi-stinging insects coming right for you.
🛠️ Smart Safety Tips
1. Spot them early: In the spring, queens start building nests that look like small grey golf balls. That is the safest window to catch them before the colony explodes in population.
2. Leave the big ones to the pros: If a nest has grown to the size of a football or basketball high up on your home, it is definitely time to let someone with the right safety gear handle it.
🏡 Prefer to let us handle it?
Dealing with stinging pests is no joke. At McCracken Pest Control, full coverage for common pests like ants 🐜, spiders 🕷️, and wasps & hornets 🐝 is always included in our regular service with zero upcharge.
Need a quick rescue? We also offer wasp nest removals as a convenient, one-time service if you just need a single problem nest taken care of right now! We will safely clear it out so you don't have to suit up like an astronaut.
Drop us a message or give us a call if you see a nest popping up! 📞 540-316-0014
What’s the biggest wasp or hornet nest you’ve ever spotted on your property? Let us know below! 👇
(📸 Pro tip: Snap a quick photo from a safe distance of any suspicious nest to share or send to us for a quick ID!)

07/29/2026

Ever wonder how mice keep slipping inside your house? 🐭 You don't need to shell out thousands to stop them—here is an easy weekend DIY trick:

✏️ The Pen & Pencil Test
Walk around your home where different building materials meet (brick, siding, utility lines, foundations) and poke around with a pen or pencil. If it fits, a mouse can fit too!

🛠️ How to Fix It
Mice chew right through regular foam. Use this combo instead:
1. Copper mesh: Pack gaps tightly first. (Bonus: Unlike steel wool, copper doesn't rust or stain!)

2. Exterior spray foam: Seal right over the mesh to lock it in.
🏡 Prefer to let us handle it?

At McCracken Pest Control, minor rodent exclusion plus full coverage for ants 🐜, spiders 🕷️, and wasps 🐝 are always included in our regular service with zero upcharge.

Drop us a message or give us a call to lock down your home! 📞540-316-0014

What’s the weirdest pest surprise you've ever found in your house? Let us know below! 👇

Send a message to learn more

07/15/2026

Hey everyone! Matthew Draws Stuff which is the owner of McCracken Pest Control will be drawing caricatures at Relay for Life of Culpeper VA event today!

07/13/2026

What does "peace of mind" mean to you? For us, it's sitting down in a home that feels safe, clean(somewhat clean in our case, kids are wonderful at making messes😆) and completely pest-free. We (Matthew & Ashlee) put our hearts into making sure every single customer gets that feeling.

The recent weather has been a rollercoaster of rain and heat, which unfortunately means the bugs are out in full force.
📣MCCRACKEN JOKE OF THE DAY:
Why don't termites ever fight each other?
Because they always agree on a board meeting!🤣

Jokes aside, Prevention is the way to go when handling termites, termites can do serious damage if left unchecked, and we want to make sure your home stays safe. We are deeply grateful for your continuous support. Need us? We're just a call, text, or click away. We are based out of Catlett, VA and go an hour in every direction.

Call/Text: 540-316-0014

Email: [email protected]

Book Online: On our page

07/11/2026

We were just sitting down as a family talking about how truly blessed we are. To everyone who has recommended us, shared our posts, and trusted us with their pest control-thank you. Your support means the world to our family.

Right now, the heat and rain are making the local pest population explode. Honestly, spiders are great at web designing, but terrible at being roommates.

Let us (Matthew & Ashlee) take that stress off your plate. We are based out of Catlett, VA and travel an hour every direction to serve you.

Also it's our oldest son's Birthday today! Happy Birthday to our amazing boy!🎉🎊🎂

Call/Text: 540-316-0014

Email: [email protected]

Book Online: On our page