Gilbert's housing stock is part of what determines termite risk. A dense mix of tract-built stucco homes on concrete slabs, ranging from 1970s ranch construction near the urban core to brand-new builds on the metro fringe. Combined with the local climate — a low-desert climate defined by extreme summer heat and very little annual rainfall, punctuated by a short, intense monsoon season — soil-to-wood contact points around the foundation are the most common entry route.
Termite treatment starts with identifying exactly where the colony is accessing the structure, since a targeted approach is far more effective than a blanket treatment. Depending on the property, we recommend either a liquid soil treatment creating a barrier around the foundation, or a bait-station monitoring system that's checked on a schedule.