Comprehensive Termite Control Services in Campbell
At Killroy Pest Control, we understand the threat that termites pose to your home or business. Termites can cause extensive damage to the structure of buildings, leading to costly repairs if left unchecked. Our expert termite control service in Campbell are designed to eliminate these destructive insects and protect your property.
Understanding Termite Infestations
Termites are small insects that feed on wood and cellulose materials. This makes them particularly destructive to buildings. They often go unnoticed until significant damage has already occured. Signs of a termite infestation include:
- Hollow-sounding wood
- Mud tubes on exterior walls
- Discarded termite wings
- Buckling or swollen floors and ceilings
Our Termite Control Process
We employ a comprehensive termite control process to effectively eradicate termites from your property. Our process includes:
- Inspection: We begin with a thorough inspection of your property to identify signs of termite activity and determine the extent of the infestation.
- Treatment: Based on our findings, we develop a customized treatment plan to eliminate the termites.
- Monitoring: After treatment, we continue to monitor your property to prevent future infestations. Our ongoing maintenance plans provide peace of mind knowing that your property is protected.
Preventing Future Infestations
In addition to eliminating existing termite colonies, it’s essential to take steps to prevent future infestations. Some preventive measures include:
- Moisture Control: Addressing moisture issues in and around your property can help deter termites.
- Regular Inspections: Schedule regular termite inspections to catch infestations early and prevent damage.
- Termite-Resistant Materials: Consider using termite-resistant materials in construction or renovations.
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Our licenced pest control pros in Campbell can perform a complete inspection of your property. Our licensed termite pest management inspectors have a combined experience of over 70 years, and will not only look for termites, but also plumbing leaks, moisture problems, dry rot and fungus issues. There is a fee for a complete inspection. If you just want us to take a look at a specific area, we call this a limited inspection, and there is no fee for this service.
Today there are many treatment approaches available. Depending on the type of termite we identify, your licensed termite inspector will discuss with you the most effective method of solving your termite problem.
FAQ
Every 2 to 4 years depending on age and condition of home. Many companies sell annual inspections, but this is really more than most people need in our area
In a full inspection, we inspect all the structure that we can access without damaging, defacing, or moving anything. Inaccessible parts of the structure are noted on the report. A limited inspection is generally one particular area where the homeowner has noted or suspects damage, and is useful only for identification and estimate purposes.
Sooner or later almost every home in our area eventually gets attacked by termites. Subterranean, Drywood, and Dampwood termites all occur in the Bay Area. Subterranean termites nest in the soil, and can be prevented by applying a termiticide to the soil around the foundation of the home. Drywood termites enter directly into wood and have no requirement for soil contact.
Fumigators take great pains to avoid any of the fumigant getting confined in nearby buildings. Measurements with a sensitive gas monitoring device show that the gas dissipates very rapidly when not confined under the tarp. In addition, the warning agent “Chloropicrin” (tear gas) is introduced to the structure being fumigated to help determine if any improvements to the seal of the tarp is needed. Tear gas is intolerable well below levels that are toxic. While highly lethal at levels under the tarp, the fumigant Vikane® leaves no residue behind after the proper aeration of the structure.
Typically 3 days.
Remove anything alive (Pets, plants, people!), as well as unprotected foods and medicines not in airtight bags. Canned goods and unopened glass bottles are fine. Corked wine bottles should be removed. You will be given an “Occupants Fumigation Notice” listing all the things that you should remove or bag.
The gas (Vikane) leaves no residue on dishes, furniture, clothing, or anything else in the home. The gas dissipates quickly, and fumigators use sensitive equipment to “clear” the structure for re-occupancy. When you return home, virtually no gas remains, and secondary locks and warning signs will have been removed.
Fumigation will kill most pests in your house. Vikane is not 100% effective on insect eggs at rates used for termites. A higher dosage is used for killing bed bugs.
Fumigation kills the termites presently in your home. Killroy does guarantee our fumigations for 4 years, as it generally takes several years for termites to become a problem again in your house. This is why we recommend an inspection every 2 to 4 years to keep your home protected.
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We provide commercial and residential pest control services in Campbell, the South San Francisco Bay, Tri-Valley areas, and Santa Cruz County.
