Signs you have a termite problem
- Mud tubes climbing foundation walls, in garages, or from ceiling corners
- Soft, hollow-sounding, or blistered drywall and baseboards
- Small piles of what looks like dirt on walls or ceilings
- Discarded wings near windows after a swarm
Why Valley homes get termites
The desert subterranean termite is built for our climate — colonies live deep in the soil and forage constantly for wood. Virtually every property in the Valley has termites in the soil around it; the only real questions are whether they've found your structure yet and how quickly you catch them when they do.
How we treat termites
We start with a thorough inspection of the foundation, garage, interior walls, and attic access. If we find activity, we treat with professionally applied liquid termiticide creating a continuous treated zone in the soil around and beneath the structure — the industry's proven standard for desert subterraneans. Annual inspections catch new activity before repair bills start.
For most homes, our Complete plan is the right fit for termites — see plans and pricing, published right on the site.
Prevention tips
- Keep soil and mulch from contacting stucco or siding
- Store firewood off the ground and away from the house
- Fix roof and plumbing leaks — moisture attracts foragers
- Get an annual inspection; early detection is everything
Frequently asked questions
How much damage can termites really do?
Left alone for years, subterranean colonies can compromise drywall, baseboards, doorframes, and structural lumber. Most Arizona termite damage is caught early enough to be a treatment problem, not a rebuild problem — if inspections happen.
Does homeowners insurance cover termite damage?
Almost never — insurers consider it preventable maintenance. That's why annual inspections matter.
I found mud tubes but no live termites. Am I safe?
Not necessarily — colonies abandon and reuse tubes. Empty tubes still mean termites found your home, and an inspection should determine whether activity is ongoing.