Subterranean termites need soil contact and moisture to thrive, and Cades's conditions — one of the most humid climates on the East Coast, moderated slightly by ocean breezes but still hot and sticky most of the year — create exactly that. A mix of historic raised Lowcountry homes and newer coastal construction, many elevated given the area's flood risk. Termite colonies can go undetected for years, quietly compromising structural wood the entire time.
We start with a full inspection of the foundation, crawl space, and any wood-to-soil contact points, looking for mud tubes, damaged wood, or swarmer activity. Treatment options include soil treatment around the foundation perimeter or bait-station monitoring systems that intercept foraging termites before they reach the structure. Every job includes a wood-destroying-insect inspection report.