Unfortunately, termites are a fact of life in Arizona. Ignoring them can get expensive very quickly, so finding effective termite treatment is a must.
It’s more than just stopping the ones you can see, but about protecting your home from long-term structural damage.
If you live in Arizona, your home faces pressure from both subterranean termites that nest in soil and drywood termites that live in wood, so having a preventative plan in place matters more than it does in other states.
Does My Home Really Need Termite Treatment?
Subterranean termites travel through soil and mud tubes to reach your foundation, while drywood termites can establish colonies inside your walls and furniture. That combination means you may have activity both outside and inside your home.
You can really benefit from working with professionals who have specific products that work with the local conditions and species found in Arizona, helping to safeguard your home.
Types of Termite Treatment for Your Situation
Different types of termite treatment will depend on the termites’ behavior. A local professional can recommend the right mix for your situation:
- Liquid Soil Treatments: A treated zone in the soil around your foundation. Termites pass through it as they travel and carry the active ingredient back to the colony.
- Bait Systems: Stations placed in the ground that termites feed on and share. Over time, the bait spreads through the colony, reducing or eliminating it.
- Localized Wood or Wall Void: Target specific areas where drywood or subterranean termites are active, such as damaged trim or known tunnels.
- Whole-Structure Methods: Fumigation or heat is sometimes used when drywood termites are spread throughout the home and spot treatments are not enough.
The goal is to stop current activity and make your home much harder for future colonies to attack.
Don’t Fight Termites All Alone
Since you now know more about how to identify and control termites, don’t try to fight them all on your own!
Working with a local provider means your technician understands Arizona soil, building styles, and termite species.
Then, they can choose the right products and design a termite treatment plan that fits your home rather than relying on a one-size approach.
Contact us to schedule an inspection with a local team that understands Arizona termites and wants to help!