Subterranean termites need soil contact and moisture to thrive, and Dayton's conditions — a climate shaped by the Ohio River valley, warmer overall than Indianapolis or Fort Wayne — create exactly that. Older brick and wood-frame homes are common throughout this region, from Evansville's river neighborhoods to Bloomington's university district. 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.