Subterranean termites need soil contact and moisture to thrive, and Ramona's conditions — a dry-summer subtropical climate, warmer inland and cooler right along the coast — create exactly that. A mix of mid-century stucco homes and newer suburban tract construction, most on slab foundations with minimal need for winter-focused design. 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.