Is Termite Control Necessary In Phoenix & Tucson?

Living in Phoenix, Tucson, and elsewhere in Southern Arizona, homeowners often wonder if termite control is necessary. With the warm, dry climate, you might think termites wouldn't be an issue, but these pests are a significant concern in the area. Termites can silently wreak havoc on wooden structures, leading to extensive damage before property owners even realize a problem exists. Let's explore why termite control is crucial and how to protect your home from these wood-damaging insects.

Facts about termites in Arizona

If you ask Google how bad termites are in Arizona, you’ll get many results. Some resources will give you estimates as to how many termite colonies we have per acre. It isn't a great statistic because you won't find termite colonies on every acre of land. It is best to look at the problem in terms of how termites behave.

• The most destructive termites in Arizona are subterranean termites.
• Subterranean termites feed on wood and prefer decaying wood sources.
• Monsoons and elevated moisture levels impact termites.
• You’ll probably not realize you have a termite problem on your property – at least not at first. Eventually, there will be signs of termite activity.
• Termites search for and acquire food twenty-four hours a day. They never stop.
• It is possible for a million termites to consume your home without creating any detectable noises.
• You won’t see termites either unless swarmers start emerging from behind walls or you uncover termite damage.

If you can’t see them, are unable to hear them, and know that they never stop, it’s clear to see why termite protection is necessary.

A successful termite control solution is always active and placed in the path of termites. Let's look at how it works.

How professional termite control targets termites in Southern Arizona

Subterranean termites live in the ground, which is why our team of pest control specialists focuses on this area. We install the Trelona® ATBS termite bait system on properties with active termite infestations. We also work with property owners who don’t have termites and want to keep it that way.

Let's get back to the termite baiting solution. Each station placed around the perimeter of the structure provides termites with an irresistible food source. When the termites take the bait, they bring it back to their colony, ultimately eliminating the entire colony.

Trelona® ATBS takes advantage of termite behavior. It relies on the relentless foraging habits of worker termites. Every colony that sends workers out on your property will find the bait.

If you’re concerned that the bait is luring termites onto your property, you can rest easy. Our bait stations create a ring of protection around the house that doesn’t attract termites but intercepts them as they go about their natural foraging.

The final component of termite control is professional upkeep. Our certified termite control professionals maintain the bait stations and perform critical tasks to ensure success.

When is the right time to get termite control?

It's essential to think about termite control before starting to build. Northwest Exterminating offers termite pre-treatments to ensure your home is protected. We stop termites before they have the chance to infest. Of course, if you've recently moved into an existing home or have been considering termite control but have yet to take the next step, contact Northwest Exterminating today to protect your investment!

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