Subterranean termites need soil contact and moisture to thrive, and La Conner's conditions — a mild, wet Pacific Northwest climate with cool, rainy winters and warm, dry summers — create exactly that. A blend of established neighborhoods and newer development, with moisture management a defining construction concern given the wet climate. Termite colonies can go undetected for years, quietly compromising structural wood the entire time.
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.