Termite Control and Inspections
If you suspect a termite problem, contact Petri Pest Control Services for termite control services ASAP! Termites are the most common and destructive wood-consuming pest in Southern Florida. As long as they’re present, they never stop eating the wood they infest, and their colonies grow larger and larger. Left unchecked, termite colonies can cause significant structural damage to your home or business.
Petri’s termite exterminators have extensive experience providing termite inspections and reliable termite control services in South Florida. Get started today with a free estimate.
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If You See Signs of Termites, Don’t Wait!
Termites do major damage to wooden structures in homes. The good news is that they do their damage slowly, giving you a chance to stop the damage before it becomes severe. That’s why we recommend calling a termite exterminator at the first sign of termite damage. Don’t wait – the earlier you treat the problem, the less damage they do.
Here are the signs of a termite infestation you should look out for:
- Termite droppings (called “frass”)
- Discarded termite wings
- Irregularities or defects in paint
- Sticky doors and windows
- Holes or tunnels in wood
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Schedule a Termite Inspection Today
When you see any of the above-listed signs of a termite infestation but can’t find the termites themselves, we recommend calling us for an expert termite inspection. Termites can be difficult to find if you don’t know where to look – or how to look. They can hide deep within the structure of your walls, making them almost impossible to find without experience.
Termites are extremely common here in South Florida, so the question is not if you should get a termite inspection but rather when. Petri Pest Control Services offers free termite inspections with state-of-the-art technology so you can know for sure. Call us today to schedule yours.
How much does a termite inspection cost?
Petri Pest Control offers free termite inspections for homeowners in South Florida concerned they might be dealing with termites. Simply give us a call and we’ll send an expert out to determine if there’s a problem – and how much of a problem.
We also provide Wood-Destroying Organism Reports (WDO Reports) for real estate transactions or loan applications in Florida. If you’re buying or selling a house and require a WDO or WDI Report as part of the process, the cost varies depending on the location and the size of the property. The cost covers the pest control technicians’ time performing the inspection, plus compiling and submitting the report.
Stop Termite Activity with Expert Termite Control
Treating a termite infestation usually requires a multi-pronged approach – and at Petri, we offer both tented termite fumigation and no-tent termite treatment. Our experienced termite exterminators will create a treatment plan that eliminates termites from your home and keeps them away for good. With over 65 years of experience keeping South Florida homes free of termites, we’re confident that we can provide the high level of service you deserve.
Contact us today for a free quote and to learn more about our termite extermination services.
Termite Control FAQs
Working with a termite control company is crucial. For many types of pest infestations, DIY treatment is possible, but given the risks of termite damage and the difficulty in eliminating them, we strongly recommend getting professional help.
Drywood termites live inside the wood they infest and can be eliminated using tent fumigation techniques, as well as no-tent direct injection treatments. For subterranean termites, we also use the Sentricon® Colony Elimination System with Always Active™. Our specialists are trained and licensed to install this non-intrusive baiting system. Properly stocked with the appropriate bait, these stations continue to keep termites away from your property for many years.
Florida is home to many termite species due to its favorable humid climate. Drywood termites and subterranean termites are the most common, but you may find any of these species:
- Drywood termites – The most common species in Florida but it is not as aggressive as Formosan and Asian subterranean termites with smaller populations
- Formosan subterranean termites – Originally from Taiwan and southern China, they are aggressive and invasive, a single colony may contain several million termites
- Asian subterranean termites – From Southeast Asia, these aggressive and invasive termites form massive colonies that cause a large percentage of the damage in Florida
- Eastern subterranean termites – Native to North America, less aggressive than Formosan and Asian subterranean termites with smaller populations, most likely to be found in building timber
- Dampwood termites – Commonly found in tropical climates because they require higher humidity than other termites, infest structures with wood-to-soil contact areas where wood is constantly in contact with damp or wet soil, or areas with water from leaks or standing water. These termites are not considered a major structural pest.
Termites can be difficult to identify because they’re usually hidden within the structure of a building. They’re usually only out in the open when winged reproductive termites known as “alates” are swarming. Termites are easily mistaken for ants but have a few differentiating features:
- Carpenter ants have a distinct waist, whereas termites are wider and more uniform in their shape.
- Termites have straight, beaded antennae whereas ants’ antennae are bent or “elbowed.”
- Termites have two sets of symmetrical wings that are much longer than their bodies, while carpenter ants have a long pair of forewings and a shorter pair of hindwings.
Termite damage can be expensive to repair, and many homeowners want to proactively protect their properties. That’s where a termite warranty comes in. Most home and business owner insurance policies do not cover termite damage or repair. A termite warranty acts as an insurance policy that protects your home or business from termites.
Petri Pest Control offers termite warranties to homeowners in South Florida. To learn more about our termite warranty options, give us a call today!
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