Termite Pest Control Services in Santa Ana

Termite Treatment Options

Depending on the severity of your termite infestation, our professional technicians may recommend a fumigation or a local treatment. All of our services are guaranteed to keep your home termite-free.

Fumigation

Fumigation is the most common method of termite extermination. In situations where termites are inaccessible to secondary methods, tenting your home or office is a guaranteed way to eliminate termites. After our technicians have performed a full inspection of your home, we may recommend fumigation to eradicate your termite problem.

Spot Treatment

Local treatment is a great solution for eliminating isolated infestations of termites. Home and business owners who have had fumigation or heat treatments within the past five years may also qualify for local treatment. Termite spot treatments can also be used in commercial buildings and apartment complexes, where moving multiple residents may not be feasible.

15 Signs That You Might Need Termite Control 

1. Wood / structural damage – The most apparent sign of termites is usually structural damage to wood throughout a structure.
2. Mud tubes – These are created when subterranean termites build pathways from the ground to the closest source of wood.
3. Sawdust-like excrement – What appears to be tiny sawdust can often be seen around termite openings.
4. Discarded wings – Flying termites will shed their wings after a colony is established, when they no longer have a need for flight.
5. Termite tapping – This is the sound of termites eating wood in the walls of your home or business.
6. Tunnels in wood – Tunnels in broken wood are a good indicator that termites have taken residence in your home or business.
7. Hollow-sounding wood – When what appears to be solid wood starts to sound like it is hollow, this is usually a sign of termite damage.
8. Uneven/bubbling/peeling paint – This is caused when moisture introduced by a termite infestation.
9. Termite swarms – When flying termites gather, this is a sign that they are potentially making a new home.
10. White ants – Less mature termites appear lighter in color and are often confused with ants.
11. Dried mud/pin holes – These exit holes are generally caused by termites as they accidentally breach the surface of whatever wood they are inhabiting.
12. Stuck windows/doors – When windows/doors get stuck, this could be the result of wood warping from termites.
13. Discolored/drooping drywall – When termite galleries under the surface of drywall/sheetrock hollow out the support, the building materials are laid over, the drywall can sag or change color.
14. Blistering/buckling/squeaky floorboards & tiles – This could be prompted by structural damage as the floor gives way to termites, and floorboards rub against each other.
15. Power short circuits – Termites sometimes cause short circuits because they are attracted to the warmth of electrical fittings. 

Termite Control FAQs

How do you kill termites?

There are 2 primary chemical agents used to kill off termites – Fipronil and hexaflumuron. Fipronil is the primary chemical in most liquid termiticides like Termidor, which is a common spray used to stop or prevent termites. High enough concentrations will exterminate termites on contact. Hexaflumuron is another termiticide that is commonly found in bait. Termites will carry the poison back to the nest, which can wipe out the rest of the colony.

How much is pest control for termites?

Termite control services can fluctuate depending on the severity of an infestation, the type of treatment, and the dimensions of a home. Neighborly’s pricing is designed to provide the best value and is competitive. Our pricing generally falls in the range of $218 - $875 for local treatments, but can reach and exceed $2500 for full home fumigation, depending on the size of the home. This is aligned with the national average of $550 for a standard treatment and falls in the typical range between $220 -$950.

What is the best method to treat termites?

The best way to treat termites depends on how bad the infestation is. The best treatment is application prior to termites to prevent costly repairs. This can be applied as a topsoil treatment applied to the outside of your home or business. That said, if an infestation has taken hold, it is time for a licensed termite exterminator to determine the best strategy for termite extermination.

Can I spray for termites myself?

Preventative do-it-yourself termite extermination can be implemented by homeowners, but it is important to know how to safely use and apply termiticides to keep toxicity levels safe for pets and children. This is why we recommend having one of Neighborly’s licensed termite technicians treat your home or business for termites.

How does pest control get rid of termites?

Generally, a termite exterminator will treat the exterior of your home or business with a termiticide control agent, which eliminates termites on contact. This is especially effective in stopping subterranean termites from ever reaching the foundation of your home or business.

Can you see termites?

Termites are visible to the naked eye, and swarmers are even bigger. Both can be easily spotted outside of a home or business.

Are termites dangerous?

Unlike some other household pests, termites are not dangerous to humans or pets but have been known to sting on rare occasions. The bigger concern is the damage they can incur and any allergies or respiratory problems caused by reactions to termite-induced mold or excrement.

Are termites hard to get rid of?

Once termites have colonized, they can be difficult to get rid of. Homeowners sometimes try DIY methods of pest control, but if some termites remain, there is a strong possibility of termites coming back

How serious are termites?

Termites cause billions of dollars of structural damage annually. Termites will often start at a source like tree stumps on the outside of your home or business before moving towards a structure. That said, they can also injure living trees and shrubs, which is why we recommend landscaping services to clear out any dead wood that they may feed on.