Subterranean termites need soil contact and moisture to thrive, and Mountainair's conditions — a high, dry, windy climate with cold winters and mild summers typical of the New Mexico high plains — create exactly that. Ranch-style homes are the regional standard, built for a climate where winter defines the housing approach as much as summer does. 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.