Full-Service Termite Control in New Port Richey East, Florida

How to Prevent Termites

Repairing damage caused by termites can be expensive, and although we make termite removal as convenient and cost effective as possible, it is never something you want to struggle with. That’s why preventing termites is so important. You can do this by:

• Remove Decaying Wood – Termites feed most often on dead wood. A tree stump, unused wooden shed, firewood, or rotting wooden panels should be repaired or kept away from the home. If possible, have any rotting wood removed entirely from your property.
  
  
• Eliminate Leaks – Dampwood and subterranean termites require moisture to build their colonies. A plumbing or rain leak into attics, walls, crawl spaces, or basements can provide the water source they need.
  
  
• Drain Away from the Foundation – Rainwater from gutters and sprinklers should be directed away from the foundation. Excessive water in the soil around your home can attract termites who make their colonies in damp soil.
  
  
• Prevention Treatments – Professional termite control can include soil treatments that make soil uncrossable and uninhabitable for several species of termites.

You might notice areas around your yard or home that will potentially attract termites. A professional inspection can also point out the more obscure leaks, rotting wood, and other elements that should be removed to reduce the risk of wood destroying pests.

Inspections for Termites and Damage

As a high risk zone for termite infestations, most New Port Richey East homeowners should consider annual inspections as part of the standard maintenance for their homes. These can help identify a termite colony hidden in the walls or soil before it has a chance to grow. If you also suspect termite damage or have seen some sort of evidence of termites, that is also reason for an immediate inspection.

Inspections are important for all termites. But they are especially so for colonies like Formosan termites, which grow to millions of insects quickly, and drywood termites, which can take up to five years to become established but live hidden inside of wood, making them difficult to spot. In either case, catching activity in the first months limits how extensive damage can become and the cost of treatment.

Real Estate Termite Inspections

When a house is bought and sold, a Wood Destroying Insect Report (WDIR) is essential. We inspect every area of the home and outline any current termite activity and the extent of the damage if applicable. This report enables sellers to disclose damage early and is often provided to the lender by buyers. Having you report done by us quickly and accurately can help price the home reasonably and avoid delaying escrow.

Termite Removal with Nextgen Pest Solutions

Whenever termites are found, whether through an inspection performed by us or in noticing the signs yourself, we create a plan for extermination. Our solutions encompass every modern termite treatment currently available, and we tailor the applications at your property to the species of termite and location for maximum effectiveness. Depending on your specific situation, we can use treatments that include:

• Baits
• Spot Treatments
• Soil Treatments
• Termite Foam
• Wood Treatments

We also have more comprehensive treatments, such as fumigation, for especially large or resistant infestations. These are only used when other methods will be insufficient in order to save you time and inconvenience.

Schedule Annual Termite Inspections

Few things are as quintessential to New Port Richey East as a fresh breakfast from Whole Note Acres. Unfortunately, termites are also a standard part of life in Florida with their ability to swarm and thrive in our unique climate.

With professional inspections, monitoring, and removal from Nextgen Pest Solutions, termite activity can be caught early and taken care of quickly. Termites may still be a concern, but you can trust us to keep your home protected, leaving you time for the more enjoyable aspects of living in New Port Richey East. Start the process and find out more information when you call us today.