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Northwest Exterminating Receives More Calls About Termites Than Any Other Insect

In Tucson, subterranean termites are silently eating away at homes every single day. They don’t make noise, they don’t leave a mess, and by the time you notice them, the damage is already done. Without protection, your home could be next! 

Since termites can cause serious damage before you even realize they're there, it's essential to be proactive - knowing how to prevent them, spot the warning signs, and act fast to avoid costly repairs. Here's what every Tucson homeowner needs to know about termite control. 

What Are Termites?

Termites are small, elusive pests that rarely make an appearance. In Tucson, the most common type is the subterranean termite, which can form colonies of hundreds of thousands. These termites live underground, often out of sight, but can cause significant damage if they infest your home.

Once inside, subterranean termites tunnel through wood, weakening it over time. If they invade structural parts of your home, the damage can become severe, threatening the integrity of your property.

Spotting termites early is difficult, as they remain hidden unless they’re swarming to mate. Your best chance of seeing them is during a swarm, where reproductive termites—dark-colored with wings—fly out to find a mate. Once paired, they shed their wings and return underground, continuing their destructive work.

How To Prevent Termites In Tucson

Because termites stay hidden, keeping them out isn’t always simple. The only guaranteed way to protect your property is with an ongoing termite control plan, which we’ll cover below. In the meantime, here are a few steps you can take to make your home less appealing to termites:

• Reduce moisture: While Tucson isn’t known for humidity, even minor leaks or standing water can attract termites. Fix any dripping pipes or moisture issues.
• Replace water-damaged wood: Subterranean termites prefer soft, rotting wood, though they’ll go after dry wood too. Replacing damaged wood removes one of their biggest temptations.
• Eliminate wood-to-soil contact: Firewood stacks, wooden fence posts, or even mulch too close to your home can create an easy entry point for termites. Keep wood off the ground and away from your foundation.

Signs Of Termites 

To stay ahead of termites, you’ll need to keep an eye out for warning signs, such as:

• Mud tubes: Pencil-width tubes made of mud, often found along your foundation walls, help termites travel from the ground to your home.
• Hollow wood: Knock on wood—if it sounds hollow, termites may have already tunneled inside.
• Peeling or bubbling paint: This can signal termite damage beneath the surface.
• Hard-to-open doors or windows: Swollen wood from termite damage can make it tough to open or close them.
• Piles of discarded wings: When reproductive termites swarm, they shed their wings—leaving them behind in piles.

If you spot any of these signs, don’t wait! Termite control is crucial to prevent further damage. Better yet, protect your home from termites before these wood-destroying insects have a chance to infest. 

Our Tucson, AZ Termite Control Services

Whether you’ve seen signs of a termite infestation in your home or want to take proactive action to prevent an infestation, we’re the right company to contact. We got our start over 30 years ago with termite pre-treatment services and we’ve only added to our repertoire over the past three decades.

Our termite control services for your Tucson home are comprehensive and effective. We offer several options so you can get the service that meets your needs. Our Trelona® ATBS Annual Bait Stations will keep termites out of your house, eliminating the colony before it gets inside. This system offers 24/7 termite protection.

Termidor® HP II is a liquid treatment that achieves 100% termite control in just three months. If you have an active termite infestation in your house, Termidor® HP II is the best choice.

We also offer termite pre-treatments for new construction. This multi-step treatment starts protecting your home from termites before the foundation is even poured. We also offer borate wood protection treatments that treat the wood framing.

Why Tucson Property Owners & Builders Trust Northwest Exterminating For Termite Protection 

When it comes to protecting your home from termites, experience and expertise matter. At Northwest Exterminating, we’ve been safeguarding Tucson homes for over 30 years, and our commitment to quality is second to none. Here’s why homeowners trust us:

• Decades of Experience: We started as a termite pre-treatment business and have been perfecting our approach ever since.
• Comprehensive Solutions: Whether you need prevention, active termite treatment, or pre-construction protection, we have options to fit your needs.
• Top-Tier Materials & Service: We use industry-leading products and uphold the highest standards in pest control.
• Nationally Recognized Expertise: As members of the National Pest Management Association, we stay ahead of the latest advancements in termite control.

Termites work silently, but the damage they cause can be devastating—and expensive. Whether you’ve spotted warning signs or just want peace of mind, now is the time to take action. Contact Northwest Exterminating today to safeguard your home and avoid costly repairs down the road!