Termites
The San Tan Valley and the State of Arizona is home to several types of termites that feed on wood, cellulose, paper materials, and a multitude of other items. Termites are continually searching for food in buildings that contact the soil. Buildings and places where paper materials are stored are at the greatest risk. By far, these pests are the leading cause of insect-caused structural and property damage across our state.
The two major types that feed on and damage buildings and wooden structures in Arizona are Drywood and Subterranean. Drywood species include those that live in and feed on damp wood and dry wood with ready moisture sources. Subterranean termites live primarily underground and dig and build tubes from mud to get to the water and the wood they feed on. Soft or moist wood and evidence of mud tubes along foundations or crawl spaces are often an obvious first sign of infestation. Our dry and warm climate keeps termite colonies moving in search of moisture and new food sources. Proper species identification through inspections made with professional expertise and experience is essential to determining the proper treatment and exclusion plan to eradicate existing termites.
Our inspection methods will determine if your home, business, or other buildings have existing damage from current or past termite infestations. If damage is detected, immediate treatment is needed to eliminate existing colonies. Some structural damage also may require remediation or repairs to fix detected problems. Our inspection will also evaluate the status of existing pest barriers and exclusionary materials to determine what methods are needed. Our services include ongoing treatments and expert advice to minimize unnecessary moisture around your buildings’ foundational structures and drainage areas.
Current construction standards and legal requirements for residential and commercial buildings usually require integrating permanent termite exclusion materials and soil treatments to prevent infestation. Commercial and residential lenders typically require pre-construction treatments when financing is provided for new homes and businesses.
Lenders also normally require inspections and certifications of treatment when existing buildings are sold in typical real estate closings. These inspections give the peace of mind of knowing that property is in a termite free condition and that legal obligations have been complied with. You have the right to choose the professional pest control company that will provide inspections and treatments as well as your building’s pre-construction treatments and exclusionary barriers, and we stand ready to assist with inspections needed on existing buildings and during the phases needed during the new construction process.
Blue Gecko Termite and Pest Control is a locally owned and operated company that values its hard-earned reputation with unmatched customer service. Our customers are given the time and attention needed to completely address the pest control and exclusion issues they may have. Our family of professionals will protect your family or business and your property from termites and the rest the pests we deal with in Arizona. Contact us today for a free inspection of your property and to answer your pest control questions.