Termite Control in Houston
Keeping Greater Houston Homes & Businesses Termite-Free
In Houston, the threat of termites is not a matter of if, but when. These silent destroyers can infiltrate your home and cause thousands of dollars in structural damage before you ever see a single sign, compromising the safety and value of your most significant investment.
With nearly two decades of experience, Preventive Pest Control is dedicated to protecting Houston homeowners from this devastating threat. Our expert termite control services are designed to eliminate existing colonies and establish a powerful defense to ensure your property remains safe, secure, and termite-free for years to come.
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Signs of a Termite Infestation
Termites are masters of stealth, capable of causing extensive damage while remaining completely hidden within your walls. However, they do leave behind subtle clues. Knowing these warning signs can help you catch an infestation early and prevent catastrophic damage to your Houston home.
- Mud Tubes: Subterranean termites, the most common type in Houston, build pencil-sized mud tubes on foundation walls, support piers, and floor joists. These tubes protect them from the open air as they travel between their colony and their food source—your home.
- Swarmers or Discarded Wings: In the spring, reproductive termites called "swarmers" will emerge to mate and start new colonies. Finding a swarm of these winged insects, or piles of their discarded wings on windowsills or near doors, is a sure sign of an active infestation.
- Damaged or Hollow-Sounding Wood: Termites eat wood from the inside out. If you tap on wood trim, baseboards, or walls and it sounds hollow or papery, it may be a sign of termite damage. You might also notice blistering or darkening of the wood surface.
- Frass (Termite Droppings): Drywood termites, while less common, push their droppings out of small holes in the wood they are infesting. This material, called frass, looks like small pellets and often accumulates in mounds.
- Warped Doors or Stiff Windows: As termites devour wood, their tunnels can cause the wood to warp. If your doors and windows suddenly become difficult to open or close, it could be a result of termite activity.
If you see any of these signs, contact a termite control professional immediately for a thorough inspection.
Our Termite Control and Prevention Process
At Preventive Pest Control, we deploy a strategic and comprehensive approach to protect your Houston home from termites. Our goal is not just to eliminate the immediate threat but to provide a lasting defense that safeguards your property's value and your peace of mind.
Our proven termite control process includes these critical stages:
- Professional Termite Inspection: Our process begins with a meticulous inspection of your property. A certified technician from our team will examine your home from the foundation to the attic, looking for signs of termite activity, identifying conditions conducive to infestation, and assessing any existing damage.
- Customized Treatment Plan: Based on the inspection findings, we develop a tailored treatment plan for your home. We will explain our recommendations, whether it involves a liquid barrier treatment, baiting systems, or another targeted solution, ensuring you understand the best defense for your specific situation.
- Effective Colony Elimination: Our team uses the industry's most advanced and proven products to eliminate the termite colony. Our treatments are designed to be undetectable to termites, allowing them to spread the product throughout the entire colony, ensuring complete eradication.
- Long-Term Prevention and Monitoring: Our service is focused on long-term protection. The protective barrier we establish around your home is designed to last for years, preventing new termite colonies from ever reaching your foundation. We at Preventive Pest Control stand by this with our satisfaction guarantee.
We combine nearly two decades of experience with the best technology in the industry to deliver a termite solution you can trust.
Why Professional Termite Control is a Necessity
Termite control is not a DIY project. The stakes are far too high, as a failed attempt can lead to devastating structural damage and repair bills that can reach tens of thousands of dollars. Store-bought products simply cannot match the effectiveness of professional-grade solutions.
Professionals have access to advanced termiticides and specialized equipment that are unavailable to the public. They are highly trained to identify hidden signs of termite activity and to apply treatments correctly to create a complete, unbroken barrier of protection around your home's foundation.
Most importantly, investing in a professional termite control service protects your home's value. It is an essential part of home maintenance in a high-risk area like Houston. This proactive step provides peace of mind, knowing your largest asset is shielded from silent destruction.
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Termite Control FAQs
How Can You Tell if You Have a Termite Problem?
A single termite will not cause much damage, but the problem is that termites rarely act alone. Colonies include thousands or even millions of insects, destroying wood at a rapid pace in just a few months. In many cases, you may not notice termites until they have already damaged your property.
You shouldn’t risk a major infestation. Review the signs below and call if you notice any warning signs.
Below are signs you have a termite problem and should request an inspection and treatment:
- Termite droppings
- Papery or hollow-sounding timber
- Visible tunnels in visible wood
- Tight-fitting doors or hard-to-open windows
- White ants walking through your home (they aren’t ants—they’re termites)
- A very soft tapping sound inside your walls (produced by termite soldiers communicating)
- Flying termites (swarmers sent to create new colonies)
What Do Termites Look Like?
Termites have different appearances depending on their roles in the colony.
- Workers are pale, soft-bodied insects about 1/4 inch long, with straight antennae and a uniform creamy color.
- Soldiers have bigger, darker heads and stronger jaws for protection.
- Reproductive termites (swarmers or alates) grow wings and appear darker, with straight antennae and robust bodies. You can tell them apart from flying ants by their straight waists and wings of equal length, which they shed after swarming.
The subterranean termite is most common in Houston, building mud tubes on foundations and walls to reach wood. In older neighborhoods with damp conditions or wood-frame buildings, their activity may go unnoticed at first. Knowing these cues and behaviors helps property owners act fast if needed.
What's the Difference Between Termites & Carpenter Ants?
Termites and carpenter ants look similar but differ in key features. Termites have straight, bead-like antennae, uniform in color, and have soft, thick waists. You cannot distinguish their waists from the rest of their bodies.
Carpenter ants have bent, jointed antennae and segmented bodies with narrow waists. They tend to be larger than termites and can appear in several colors. These ants do not eat wood; instead, they hollow it out for nesting, producing debris that looks like sawdust.
Recognizing the differences helps you target the right pest. If unsure, consult a professional for identification and advice.
How Do You Get Rid of Termites?
It’s important to contact a licensed pest control company for a termite elimination plan that works. Teams will conduct detailed inspections to measure the spread of the problem.
Your termite exterminator explains treatment options, such as termiticides, bait systems, or fumigation, based on the level of activity uncovered. For minor infestations, non-toxic choices may be available.
Consistent maintenance, like sealing leaks and limiting wood-soil contact, helps reduce the chances of future damage.
Can You Prevent the Need For Termite Control?
- Avoid wood-to-soil contact - Keep floorboards and wood off the ground during construction and store firewood away from the house.
- Dehumidify and questionable areas - Install dehumidifiers beneath decks and in crawlspaces to lower the risk of termite activity.
- Avoid using mulch if possible - Use gravel or rocks in landscaping instead; if mulch is necessary, make sure it doesn't touch your foundation.
- Act quickly on slab leaks or moisture at your foundation - Prompt repair avoids conditions that draw in termites and can avert structural problems.
Homes across Houston regularly deal with high humidity and heavy moisture, particularly in areas near bayous or with low-lying elevations. Effective moisture control and smart landscaping can significantly decrease termite risk. Proactive homeowners in Greater Houston also benefit from routine inspections and timely repairs to foundation cracks created by shifting soils or weather events.
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