Subterranean termites need soil contact and moisture to thrive, and Mayer's conditions — a milder, higher-elevation climate than the Phoenix valley, with cooler nights, real winters, and less extreme summer heat — create exactly that. A blend of early-1900s mining-era homes, mid-century ranch construction, and newer houses on wooded lots, many with basements unlike the desert floor below. 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.