Subterranean termites need soil contact and moisture to thrive, and Richmond's conditions — a temperate climate with minimal seasonal temperature swing, though fog and microclimates vary sharply by neighborhood — create exactly that. A mix of older wood-frame Victorian and mid-century homes and newer high-density construction, most without air conditioning given the mild 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.