Subterranean termites need soil contact and moisture to thrive, and Surry's conditions — a climate shaped by the region's river and bay geography, warmer overall than the mountains to the west — create exactly that. Housing here ranges from centuries-old Richmond-area homes to newer Hampton Roads suburban and military-adjacent construction. 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.