When Local Treatments Are Recommended for Termites
Our termite experts recommend local treatments (spot treating) in specific situations:
Isolated Infestations
When termite activity is confined to specific, accessible areas:
- Visible termite colonies in exposed wood
- Infestations limited to a single area or room
- Recently discovered termite activity
- Minor termite presence that hasn’t spread extensively
Accessible Treatment Areas
For infestations where the affected wood can be directly treated:
- Exposed structural beams
- Accessible window and door frames
- Visible eaves and fascia boards
- Detectable wall voids with termite activity
- Outdoor wooden structures and fences
Preventative Maintenance
As part of an ongoing termite management strategy:
- Treatment of new wood during repairs or construction
- Targeted protection for vulnerable areas
- Maintenance of previously treated zones
- Proactive treatment of high-risk locations
When You Need to Stay Home
For situations where leaving your home is impractical:
- No need to vacate your property during treatment
- Minimal disruption to your daily routine
- Safe for families, including those with children and pets
- Convenient solution for busy households
Our Local Treatment Process
Our local treatments (spot treating) follow a systematic process to ensure effectiveness:
Thorough Inspection
We begin with a detailed examination to precisely locate all termite activity:
- Visual inspection of accessible areas
- Sounding techniques to detect hollow areas in wood
- Moisture meter assessments to identify high-risk zones
- Identification of both active and potential infestation sites
- Determination of termite species and colony patterns
- Documentation of all findings to develop a treatment plan
Strategic Treatment Planning
Based on our inspection results, we develop a targeted approach:
- Mapping of all treatment locations
- Selection of appropriate termiticides
- Determination of application methods
- Consideration of structural factors
- Planning for minimal household disruption
- Discussion of all options with homeowners
Professional Application
Our technicians precisely apply treatments using specialized techniques:
- Drilling small, strategic holes into infested wood
- Injection of professional-grade termiticide (Termidor)
- Application directly into termite galleries and channels
- Treatment of surrounding areas to prevent spread
- Soil treatments where subterranean termites are present
- Sealing of treatment holes to maintain your home’s appearance
Verification and Documentation
We complete the process with thorough follow-up:
- Confirmation that all identified areas have been treated
- Documentation of treatments for your records
- Recommendations for preventing future infestations
- Scheduling of follow-up inspections if necessary
- One-year guarantee on all local treatment services
- Clear explanation of what to expect after treatment
