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Deciding on which termite control treatment is right for you can be confusing. The best thing to do is call one of our knowledgeable, friendly representatives at 800-901-1102. They’ll be happy to answer all your questions and explain all the different treatment methods to you. They can guide you through the process, ensuring you choose the most effective termite control method suited to your specific situation.
Termite Control Services
When termites get behind walls and into the floorboards of your home, they can quickly cause structural damage. Corky’s Pest Control provides Santa Ana homeowners with a variety of termite control services and treatments. From barrier treatments to tented fumigation, our pest control solutions can be customized to meet your specific situation.
Understanding Termite Infestations
Termites are attracted to environments that offer an ample amount of heat and humidity. These pests don’t require sleep, which is why a minor insect infestation can quickly result in major damage to the structural components of your home.
Termite colonies consist of several castes, which include worker and soldier termites. While soldier termites patrol the mud tubes and make sure predators don’t get in, the workers eat the wood and cellulose-based materials around your home.
The exact behavior of an infestation depends on the species of termite. Santa Ana plays host to two main species, including drywood and subterranean termites. The subterranean species is common around Santa Ana and is mainly found underground. However, you may spot them above ground in moist and secluded areas around your property. These insects reach wood by digging mud tubes that protect them from the surrounding air.
As for drywood termites, they are functionally the opposite of the subterranean species. They prefer dry wood and don’t need to create colonies in the soil. Drywood nests can be found in wall supports and roof materials. If you have any bits of dead wood around your home, drywood termites may reside there. Even though these termites don’t need much water to survive, they can still create colonies near water heaters or leaking pipes.
Our experienced Santa Ana pest control technicians can detect the presence of an infestation in your home. There are numerous signs that indicate that these insects are nearby, which include the following:
- Discarded wings around doors and windows
- Wood-colored droppings around your home
- Bubbling paint
- Hollow wood
- Mud tubes at your foundation
Importance of Professional Termite Control
While DIY termite control methods might seem appealing, a team of termite control professionals is necessary to identify and eradicate these pests effectively. They have the tools, expertise, and treatment options to not only eliminate termites, but also prevent future infestations.
Termites are able to cause considerable amounts of damage to any buildings they infest before you even realize there’s a problem. Professional termite control services in Santa Ana can detect and eradicate even the most hidden termite activity, and in the earliest stages. Early detection can reduce termite damage to your home, which in turn saves you money.
Additionally, professional treatments are targeted to specific types of termite colonies. Experts understand termite species’ behavior and can develop strategies to effectively eliminate the infestation.
Key Benefits of Professional Termite Control
- Expert inspection and identification: Accurate identification of termite species and the extent of the infestation
- Effective treatment plans: Tailored solutions that will effectively target and eliminate the termite colony
- Preventative measures: Long-term, reliable strategies to prevent future infestations
- Peace of mind: Assurance that your home is protected by experts, reducing the risk of extensive and costly damage
Corky’s Termite Treatment Methods
At Corky’s, our treatment methods include fumigation and non-fumigation solutions.
Fumigation
Fumigation is a complicated treatment that begins by effectively wrapping your home with a tent. Once the interior is secure, we’ll send a fumigant into the structure, which will spread throughout your home. The substance will reach the cracks and small spaces where the termite infestation is located. We’ll also use a clearance device, fumiscope, and leak detector to make sure that the fumigant has dissipated.
Non-Fumigation
We offer a selection of non-fumigation services as well, such as radar and subterranean treatments.
Radar
Radar detection is a termite control method that allows us to see where termites are located even if they’re hiding behind walls. Our radars detect activity through highly dense materials, which extend to furniture and ceilings. Once we detect these insects, we can apply local treatments, including heat and termiticides.
Heat
While fumigation is effective, it can keep you out of your home for a few days. This Santa Ana termite control service is effective and efficient. We don’t use any gases or chemicals. Instead, we seal off the area of your home where the termites reside. Once we increase the temperature to 125 degrees Fahrenheit, the termites will die off.
Local
Our local termite treatments are administered to smaller areas around your home. If the infestation is only localized to just a few areas of the home, local treatment might be enough to eradicate these insects. This includes drilling a hole into the affected area of the home and injecting a dry termicide.
Subterranean
Subterranean termites tend to live underground, which means that we need to attack the problem with other forms of termite control. We typically use bait stations and a liquid soil treatment. The soil treatment involves digging a trench around your home and filling the trench with a termiticide solution, which is effective at eliminating this species.
Fumigation
Non-Fumigation Solutions
Spot Treatment
Subterranean Treatment
Termite Protection Plan
Customized Treatment Plans
Our treatment plans are fully customizable to your home’s specific situation. Once our termite control specialist inspects your home, they will then provide you with the details of a customized treatment plan, which could include any one or combination of methods mentioned above.
Preventive Measures
While termites are difficult to get rid of once they make their way into your home, there are some things you can do to prevent infestations. If you’re building a new home, consider using a concrete foundation with ample ventilation between the wood and soil. Since subterranean termites require moisture to thrive, your home won’t be as appealing if you keep the soil along your foundation dry. Maintain your gutters regularly to avoid pooling water.
If you spot any cracks or small openings around your foundation, fill them with a polyurethane or epoxy substance. Inspect your home every month or so to look for signs of termites. If you have a fireplace and tend to stack firewood near your home, move the wood away from the foundation.
Why Choose Corky’s for Termite Control
Corky’s Pest Control provides Santa Ana homeowners with effective treatments that are designed to last. Whether we provide fumigation or local treatments, we’ll use the solution that’s right for your home and property. Call us today at (800) 901-1102 to learn more about our termite treatments or request an inspection.
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Termite Identification
What does a termite look like? Is it a termite or a flying ant? Read about the distinct visual differences on our ID page.