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Certified termite specialists

Termite inspection & treatment that protects your investment.

Termites cause $5 billion in US property damage every year โ€” and most homeowner insurance doesn't cover it. Early detection is everything.

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$5B+

US damage / year

600K

Homes damaged / year

$3K+

Avg repair cost

10โ€“15 yr

Treatment protection

Written report included

Every inspection includes a detailed written report with photos and recommendations.

No-obligation quotes

Free inspections with no pressure to commit to a treatment program.

Licensed WDO inspector

All termite inspections performed by licensed structural pest control inspectors.

Know your enemy

Three termite species. Three different threats.

Extreme risk

Subterranean Termites

The most destructive species in North America. They live in underground colonies (up to 2 million workers) and build mud tubes to access above-ground food sources. They cause over $5 billion in structural damage annually in the US.

Typically found

Soil adjacent to the foundation, under slabs, along plumbing penetrations

Treatment

Liquid soil treatment (Termidor) or Sentricon bait station system

High risk

Drywood Termites

Unlike subterranean termites, drywood termites don't need contact with soil. They infest dry wood directly โ€” furniture, hardwood floors, structural timbers โ€” and can be difficult to detect until damage is extensive.

Typically found

Window frames, door frames, hardwood flooring, furniture, roof timbers

Treatment

Tent fumigation (most effective) or local treatment for isolated infestations

Moderate risk

Dampwood Termites

Dampwood termites target wood with high moisture content. Their presence often signals an underlying moisture problem that must be addressed alongside treatment. Less structurally destructive than subterranean species.

Typically found

Basements, crawl spaces, wood in contact with soil, near water leaks

Treatment

Moisture source elimination + wood treatment + selective replacement

Close-up of subterranean termites and galleries in damaged structural wood

Silent destroyers

Damage often hidden for years

Early detection

6 warning signs of termite activity.

Termites are called "silent destroyers" because damage often goes undetected for years. Know what to look for before it becomes a costly repair.

1.Mud Tubes

Pencil-width tubes of soil along foundation walls, piers, or plumbing โ€” the highways subterranean termites use to travel.

2.Damaged Wood

Wood that sounds hollow when tapped, or surfaces that look blistered, sagging, or darker than normal.

3.Swarmers

Winged termites (alates) swarming indoors in spring โ€” often mistaken for flying ants. Finding discarded wings near windows is a strong indicator.

4.Frass

Small, pellet-like droppings resembling sawdust pushed out of kick-out holes by drywood termites.

5.Stuck Doors & Windows

Doors or windows that suddenly become hard to open can indicate termite damage warping the frames.

6.Clicking Sounds

Soldier termites bang their heads against wood to signal danger โ€” a faint clicking sound in your walls can be termites at work.

Spotted any of these signs?

Termite damage accelerates over time โ€” the sooner you inspect, the less it costs.

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Our process

A thorough, room-by-room inspection every time.

01

Visual Exterior Inspection

We inspect the foundation, exterior walls, siding, crawl space vents, wood-to-soil contact, roof eaves, and all wood structural elements.

02

Interior Inspection

Technician inspects basements, crawl spaces, attic, window and door frames, garage, and any wood near plumbing or HVAC penetrations.

03

Moisture Mapping

We use moisture meters to identify high-moisture areas โ€” a leading predictor of termite activity and conducive conditions.

04

Findings & Report

You receive a written report with photos documenting any active termite activity, damage observed, and recommended treatment options with pricing.

Treatment options

The right method for your specific situation.

Liquid Soil Treatment

Best for: Subterranean termites

We apply Termidor SC (fipronil) as a continuous liquid barrier in the soil around and under your foundation. Termites pass through the treated zone, pick up the active ingredient, and transfer it throughout the colony โ€” eliminating it within 90 days.

Timeline

Treatment: 1 day ยท Protection: 10โ€“15 years

  • Long-lasting 10โ€“15 year protection
  • Non-repellent โ€” termites don't avoid it
  • Colony elimination, not just deterrence

Baiting System (Sentricon)

Best for: Subterranean termites

Sentricon in-ground stations are installed around your home's perimeter. Worker termites find the bait and share it with the colony. The active ingredient prevents termites from molting, causing the colony to collapse over 30โ€“90 days.

Timeline

Installation: 1 day ยท Ongoing monitoring

  • Environmentally minimal โ€” no soil injection
  • Ongoing colony monitoring
  • Preferred for sensitive sites

Tent Fumigation

Best for: Drywood termites (whole-structure)

The structure is sealed under a tent and filled with sulfuryl fluoride gas, which penetrates all wood. This is the only method that guarantees 100% elimination of drywood termites throughout the entire structure.

Timeline

Treatment: 2โ€“3 days out of home

  • 100% whole-structure elimination
  • Reaches all wood โ€” no exceptions
  • Effective against all wood-destroying insects

Local / Spot Treatment

Best for: Isolated drywood infestations

When the infestation is localized, we drill small holes into affected wood and inject a foam or liquid termiticide. Best for early-stage drywood infestations or specific structural members that can be directly accessed.

Timeline

Treatment: 2โ€“4 hours

  • No need to vacate your home
  • Lower cost for small infestations
  • Minimal disruption

FAQ

Termite questions, answered.

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Protect your home today.

Termite damage is not covered by most homeowner insurance. A free inspection today can save thousands in repair costs later.

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