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Termite Control in Malabar

Malabar is a community of large lots, ranch style homes, and properties with real land around them. The homes here are mostly concrete block, brick, or wood frame construction, all of which are susceptible to subterranean termite damage regardless of what the exterior is made of. Concrete block houses get termites just like wood frame houses do. Termites bypass the masonry and feed on the wood framing, trusses, baseboards, door frames, and furnishings inside. Brick veneer over wood frame is no different. Termites do not care about your siding.

What protects a Malabar home from termites is not the exterior material. It is whether the soil around the foundation has been properly treated and whether the homeowner has someone genuinely qualified handling that treatment.

I have been doing termite control on the Space Coast for over 25 years, and I have treated thousands of homes in Brevard County alone. Before I started Pest & Lawn Organic Guard, I worked for a national pest control chain doing nothing but termite control for years. That focused experience matters when something unusual comes up during a treatment, and unusual things come up regularly in Florida.

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Instant Online Pricing

Most termite companies make you wait for a salesperson to come to your house before they will tell you what anything costs. That salesperson’s job is to size up what you can pay before they quote a price.

That is not how I operate.

Slide the estimator to your home’s square footage and the price for a complete subterranean termite treatment on a monolithic slab appears immediately. The pricing is transparent: $0.79 per square foot for monolithic slab homes, which is what most homes in Malabar are. If you have a supported slab or a floating foundation, the price is $2.35 per square foot because both sides of the foundation need to be treated to create a complete barrier.

The price you see is the price you pay. No upsells, no surprise charges at the door. If your home has something unusual going on that requires additional work, I will tell you before anything starts and give you a clear price for it.

Why You Get Better Termite Control From an Owner-Operator

This is worth understanding before you hire any termite company.

At large pest control companies, the license that allows the company to operate often belongs to someone who does not work at your local branch. The technician sent to your home may have been hired with minimal experience and trained over a few weeks. Termite work is technical, and a treatment that is done sloppily or in the wrong location is essentially the same as no treatment at all.

When you hire me, you get the licensed owner-operator who personally treated thousands of homes in Brevard County and spent years doing nothing but termite control at a national chain. I do the inspection. I do the trenching. I do the application. I am personally responsible for the result, and in over 25 years I have never filed an insurance claim for termite damage. Not once. That happens because the work gets done right the first time.

If something goes wrong years from now, you are not getting bounced between a call center and whoever the local branch employs that week. You text me and I handle it.

How I Treat Subterranean Termites

The standard approach is what is called the trench and treat method. I move items away from the foundation, dig a shallow trench in the soil around the perimeter of the home, apply a long-lasting professional-grade termiticide to the exposed soil and the foundation wall, and treat the backfill soil as I replace it. The result is a continuous termiticide barrier around the home that subterranean termites cannot cross to reach the structure.

Even without an active warranty, a properly applied subterranean treatment is designed to provide over a decade of protection.

For Interior Issues

If termites have already established themselves inside the home, through a slab crack, around a plumbing penetration, or in an area the original treatment did not reach, I have specialized equipment to treat those areas without tearing the home apart. The wall void injection needle lets me treat inside wall voids through a pinhole at the top of a baseboard, which I then fill with drywall spackle. You will barely know it was done. This is significantly less invasive than the extensive drilling that used to be standard practice.

For Difficult Conditions

Florida soil can do strange things over the years, especially under older homes or homes with drainage issues. Voids can form under foundations, slab cracks can extend in ways that bypass barrier treatments, and erosion can create conditions that make standard treatment ineffective. In those situations I use sub-slab injection equipment to deliver termiticide directly under the foundation, and in the more challenging cases I can use termiticide-infused foam that expands into voids and crawl spaces to ensure complete coverage where standard liquid treatment cannot reach. Most termite companies in this area do not have this equipment or the experience to use it correctly.

Drywood Termite Treatment with TimBor

This is the add-on that no other termite company in Malabar offers the way I do.

For just $300 added to your subterranean treatment, I can also provide a complete attic borate treatment to prevent drywood termites. TimBor is a borate-based product that gets applied as a light spray to the lumber in your attic, almost to the point of runoff, where it soaks into the wood. Over the next couple of years, the borate slowly distributes throughout the wood, making it permanently impervious to termites.

The remarkable thing about borate treatment is that it lasts the life of the wood. We are talking over 100 years of protection from a single application. Termites that try to feed on treated wood die. Existing colonies hiding in the lumber get eliminated as the borate spreads. New colonies cannot establish themselves in wood that has been treated.

Combined with the subterranean soil treatment, this gives your home complete termite protection from below and above. It is the closest thing to permanent termite protection available, and the $300 add-on is one of the best investments any Florida homeowner can make.

Pricing

Warranties include re-treatment and repair guarantees up to $1,000,000. Seniors and active military receive 10% off.

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What Happens If You Already Have Termites

If you are already seeing signs of termite activity, the situation is more urgent than most homeowners realize. Subterranean termites can do significant structural damage in a relatively short time, and the damage compounds quickly once a colony establishes itself in the home.

Signs to watch for include mud tubes on foundation walls, floor joists, or anywhere soil meets wood, discarded wings near windows or in spiderwebs after a swarm, hollow-sounding wood when you tap on baseboards or door frames, and small piles of frass that look like sand or coffee grounds underneath wood surfaces. Termites also have a distinct musty odor. After 25 years of inspections I can often smell an active infestation before I see any physical signs.

If you see any of these, call. The damage is already happening and waiting makes it worse.

The Annual Warranty

My termite warranty renews annually starting at $265. Every renewal includes a personal inspection by me and a booster treatment of termiticide applied to the soil around your foundation. That booster accounts for things that change over time, new landscaping, soil settling, drainage changes, anything that could affect the integrity of the original barrier. Most companies do not include this. I do, because it is the right way to maintain long-term protection.

If termites breach the barrier during the warranty period, retreatment is covered. Repair coverage up to $1,000,000 is included.

If you sell the home, the agreement transfers to the new homeowner for $50.

Identifying Your Home’s Slab Type

Knowing your foundation type is key for effective termite treatment and accurate pricing.

Unsure about your slab? For a free, accurate inspection to determine your specific foundation type and check for termites, call us at 321-704-0434.

Monolithic Slabs: The Malabar Standard

Most Florida homes use monolithic slabs. This is a single, continuous piece of concrete that combines the foundation and floor, poured directly onto the ground. Their durability and cost-effectiveness make them a preferred choice for builders, especially in sandy Florida soils.

Supported Slab Termite Treatment

Supported slabs are foundations elevated by a system of piers, beams, or blocks. This construction is common for luxury homes, oceanfront properties, and those with challenging soil.

These slabs require a more extensive and specialized treatment because we must treat both sides to create a complete barrier. This results in a higher cost compared to monolithic slabs.

My team understands these complexities and provides a thorough application to protect these unique homes from subterranean termites.

Floating Foundation Termite Control

Floating slabs are designed for homes in areas with poor or uneven soil. They are detached from the main structure to allow for slight movement, and are often used for luxury or oceanfront homes in Malabar.

Because they are detached, floating slabs require termite treatment on both sides to create a complete barrier. This makes the process more extensive and expensive than treating monolithic slabs. My team is skilled in the specific techniques needed to protect homes with these foundations.

Cities and Towns We Service:

Malabar Termite Control Services: Your Local Experts

At Pest & Lawn Organic Guard, we are proud to offer top-tier termite control services to residents and businesses in Malabar. We understand the unique termite challenges of our local environment and are committed to providing effective, environmentally responsible solutions.

Serving the Malabar Community

We are deeply integrated into the Malabar community and dedicated to its well-being. We believe in supporting local resources that make our city a great place to live and work.

Here are some helpful links to Malabar’s official resources:

• Malabar Official Website: https://www.townofmalabar.org/
• Malabar Building Department: https://www.townofmalabar.org/building-department
• Malabar Parks & Recreation: https://www.townofmalabar.org/parks-recreation
• Malabar Community Resources: https://www.townofmalabar.org/home/pages/helpful-links

FAQ’s Termite Control Malabar Florida

General Termite Control Malabar Questions

Are termites a problem in Malabar?

Yes, and the issue is growing due to the introduction of Formosan termites. Areas like Malabar, Palm Bay, Suntree, and Viera, once swampland, now experience rising termite activity because of drying conditions and the prevalence of slash pines, a favorite food for subterranean termites.

What are the signs of termites in your home?

Look for mud tubes, discarded wings in windows, and swarmers (flying termites).

What does a termite nest look like?

Eastern subterranean termite nests are usually underground and hard to spot.

Formosan termites can also build above-ground nests called “cartons,” found in wall voids, attics, and hidden spaces. Formosan termite cartons are hard, ovoid structures made from a mixture of wood fragments, soil, saliva, and feces that resembles cardboard or a papier-mâché basketball.

Do you use organic products for termites?

No. We use EPA-approved termiticides for effective control. Dry-wood borate treatments use processed boron-based minerals, while products like Premise are synthetic insecticides.

Why are termites suddenly in my home?

An increase in mud tubes may signal a large colony targeting your home. Swarmers could indicate an undetected infestation or termites attracted by lights entering through open doors or windows.

Does seeing termites mean an infestation?

Most of the time, yes. Swarming termites may enter from outside, but it often signals a termite issue.

What does a termite infestation look like?

Signs include mud tubes, frass (termite droppings), swarmers, or visible termites.

How do you know if termites are in your walls?

Look for mud streaks on drywall. Breaking a mud tube may reveal live termites repairing the breach.

What does termite damage look like in drywall?

You’ll see streaks or spots of mud and dirt.

What can be mistaken for termite damage?

Fire ants sometimes build mud tubes resembling termite activity, often near nests or areas affected by flooding.

What do subterranean termites eat?

Their favorite is slash pine but will feed on oak, maple, and other woods.

How many types of termites are in Brevard & Indian River Counties?

Eastern subterranean, Formosan, dry-wood, southern dry-wood, and damp-wood termites.

Are damp-wood termites a problem in homes?

Rarely. They need continuously wet wood, which typically occurs only with severe moisture issues like roof leaks.

Can irrigation systems cause termite problems?

Yes, excessive moisture from irrigation can attract termites.

Does overwatering the lawn attract termites?

Yes. Too much moisture eliminates the need for termites to seek water and attracts other pests. Install a rain sensor to prevent overwatering.

Can one colony feed on multiple homes?

Yes, a single colony can infest several homes simultaneously.

Are subterranean termites a problem in block or poured concrete homes?

Yes, termites can enter through cracks and feed on baseboards, furniture, flooring, and structural wood like trusses.

Can termites damage homes with metal studs or trusses?

Yes, they’ll feed on wood furnishings and baseboards.

Can termites eat money?

Yes, termites can feed on paper currency.

When do subterranean termites swarm in Florida?

Swarming occurs in spring and early summer, triggered by warm weather and rain. Eastern subterranean termites swarm from November to May, while Formosan termites swarm from March to June, usually at night.

When do dry-wood termites swarm?

Dry-wood termites swarm from May to September during warm, humid conditions.

What’s the difference between swarming termites and ants?

Distinguishing between swarming termites and ants involves several key features. Termites have straight antennae, a wide waist, and two pairs of wings equal in size that are held flat against their bodies when at rest. In contrast, ants have elbowed antennae, a narrow waist, and two pairs of wings with the front pair being significantly larger than the hind pair. These differences in physical characteristics can help homeowners identify the presence of termites and take appropriate action to protect their property.

Why do you perform soil treatments rather than installing termite monitoring stations?

Gone are the days of relying solely on termite monitoring and bait stations. While they were once the primary method of termite control, advancements in technology have led to safer and more effective solutions.

Our expert termite control services utilize proven insecticides like fipronil and imidacloprid. These products create a protective barrier around your home, preventing termites from entering and causing damage.

What should I do to prepare my home before a termite treatment?

Preparing your home for termite treatment can take some work. To ensure optimal results, please take the following steps:

• Clear the area: Remove or relocate items from around the foundation of your home, such as flower pots, hoses, outdoor furniture, and any other objects that may be in the way of treatment application.
• Trim back vegetation: Trim back any overhanging branches or shrubs that may touch the house. This will allow for better access to the foundation and prevent interference with the treatment process.
• Prepare for potential drilling: If the treatment involves drilling holes in the foundation, you may need to move items away from the walls where drilling will occur.

We understand that preparing for treatment can be time-consuming. We are happy to assist you with moving some lighter items if needed. Please let us know if you require any assistance.

What should I do during a termite control treatment?

During the termite treatment process, there’s usually minimal disruption to your daily routine.

• Interior Treatment First: To minimize the tracking of dirt into your home, we will typically begin with any interior treatments first.
• Attic Treatment Priority: We’ll prioritize treating the attic early in the day to avoid excessive heat buildup.
• Pet Supervision:
  • Please be mindful of your pets during the treatment process.
  • Occasionally, we may need to bring a hose inside or access areas that might require you to supervise your pets to ensure their safety.
  • Please be prepared to assist in keeping your pets away from treatment areas.

Most importantly, please feel free to ask any questions you may have throughout the treatment process. We want to ensure your comfort and understanding during this time.

What should I do after a termite control treatment?

After the treatment is complete, there’s very little you need to do.

• Allow Drying Time: Allow approximately 30 minutes for any treated areas to dry completely before allowing pets back into those areas.
• Replace Items: You can begin replacing items such as knick-knacks and decorative objects.
• Relax: That’s it! You can now relax and enjoy your termite-free home.

We will do our best to return all items to their original positions, including flower pots and outdoor decorations. If you need assistance moving any heavier items back into place, please don’t hesitate to ask.

What should I do if there is a termite swarm after you treat my house for termites?

It’s important to note that occasional swarming after a termite treatment can occur, especially if there was a significant infestation prior to treatment.

• Swarming After Treatment: Swarming after treatment is often a natural response from a dying termite colony. When termites sense their colony is under threat (like after a treatment), they may engage in a final effort to reproduce.
• Treatment Impact: If we used Termidor, you should expect swarming to subside within 2 weeks. If Premise was used, swarming should cease within approximately 1 month.
• Potential Causes: Continued swarming after this timeframe might indicate:
  • Untreated Areas: There could be untreated areas, such as hidden cracks in the slab, under a wall, under tile or laminate, or beneath a shower pan.
  • Moisture Sources: Termites require moisture to survive. Persistent swarming could suggest a moisture source, such as a leaking roof, a leaking shower drain, or an improperly draining A/C unit. Termites can even maintain a colony within wet insulation, avoiding contact with the treated soil.
• Don’t Worry: If you notice continued swarming after the expected timeframe, please don’t hesitate to contact us. I have over 20 years of experience in termite control and have encountered many various termite scenarios. I will thoroughly investigate the situation and determine the cause of the continued swarming activity.

What are those green discs I see around my house?

Those green discs are likely bait stations used for termite monitoring and control. They typically contain a small piece of wood that termites may feed on.

• How they work: If termites are present, they will enter the station and consume the wood. During routine inspections (usually quarterly), your termite control technician will check the wood for signs of termite activity. If termites are found, the wood is replaced with a bait that the termites will consume and then carry back to the colony, effectively eliminating the infestation.
• Note: These stations were a common method of termite control before the development of more modern soil treatments like Premise and Termidore. While still sometimes used for specific situations, modern soil treatments are generally more effective and preferred for preventative termite control.
• Removal: We offer free removal of these older bait stations upon request during your service.

Will a Termite Treatment Also Eliminate a Carpenter Ant Infestation?

While termite treatments can sometimes eliminate carpenter ants, especially if the ants are nesting within the treated area, it’s not guaranteed. Carpenter ants often nest in areas outside the home, such as trees or wood piles, including the many cabbage palms common on Merritt Island. If the ants are primarily nesting in these external locations, a termite treatment may not be sufficient to eradicate them. However, if the carpenter ant infestation is within the home’s structure, particularly in areas damaged by termites, a termite treatment may help control the ant problem as well.

If you suspect you have a carpenter ant problem, let us know so we can address both issues at the same time.

Can having termites in my house also cause me to have ant problems?

Termite infestations can create an environment that is very attractive to ant species. Here’s why:  

• Damaged Wood: Termite damage weakens and deteriorates wood, creating ideal nesting sites for other types of ants.
• Food Source: Termites themselves can become a food source for certain ants, particularly carpenter ants.
• Swarm Activity: Carpenter ants are known to “anticipate” termite swarms. When a termite colony is preparing to swarm, carpenter ants may appear in large numbers, waiting to feast on the emerging winged termites.

Other ant species commonly found in association with termite infestations include:

• Fire ants: These aggressive ants may be drawn to the weakened wood and the presence of other insects attracted to the termite damage.
• Ghost ants: These tiny, fast-moving ants are well-adapted to living in the crevices and tunnels created by termites.
• Argentine ants: These highly adaptable ants can thrive in a variety of environments, including those disturbed by termite activity.

Do termites kill trees?

No, termites do not kill living trees.

Termites only eat dead wood, with decaying wood being their preferred food source. If a tree falls and you find termites, they are consuming the dead portions of the tree. They may have even been present before the tree fell, feeding on existing dead wood within the tree. However, termites play no role in the death of a healthy, living tree.

Factors such as fungal diseases (rot), storm damage, age, nutrition deficiencies, lightning/other damage, or pest issues are responsible.

Do you treat trees for termites?

Yes, we do. While termites primarily infest dead wood, we can treat trees for damp wood termites, which can sometimes colonize living trees. This treatment can also help reduce local populations of other termite species, such as Eastern Subterranean and Formosan termites.

In addition to termite control, we also offer tree and plant spraying services to manage a variety of other insects, including scale and other pests that can attract ants. We frequently treat palm trees to control ant infestations, including common species like Carpenter ants, Argentine ants, White-footed ants, and Ghost ants.

We typically schedule these applications for mornings when wind conditions are generally calmer to ensure effective treatment.

Does insurance cover termite damage?

No, termite protection is the homeowner’s responsibility.

Who pays for termite treatment in Florida?

The homeowner is responsible for paying for termite treatment.

Do manufactured homes get termites?

Yes, both drywood and subterranean termites can infest manufactured homes.

How do I protect my mobile home from termites?

We offer treatments to protect against subterranean termites. For drywood termites, maintain the vapor barrier and inspect it regularly to prevent access to the structural wood.

Can you get rid of termites permanently?

Yes, a proper termite treatment can provide permanent prevention.

Is termite treatment necessary in Florida?

Yes, termites are active throughout Florida.

Is it necessary to have a termite warranty in Florida?

Yes, termites are a significant concern in Florida, and a warranty is highly recommended.

Can termites live in cinder blocks?

Yes, termites can build mud tubes inside cinder blocks and feed on roof trusses undetected.

What is the $300 attic treatment add-on?

For $300 added to your subterranean treatment, I apply TimBor borate to the lumber in your attic. The borate soaks into the wood and distributes throughout it over time, making the wood permanently impervious to termites for the life of the wood, over 100 years. It eliminates existing drywood termite colonies and prevents new ones from establishing. Combined with the soil treatment, this gives your home complete protection from both subterranean and drywood termites.

How does the borate attic treatment last 100 years?

Borate is a mineral compound that does not break down over time the way most insecticides do. Once it soaks into the wood, it stays there. As long as the wood does not get continuously soaked and leached out, the protection is permanent. In a normal attic environment that protection lasts the life of the lumber.

What is the wall void injection needle?

A specialized tool that lets me inject termiticide directly into wall voids through a very small hole, usually a pinhole at the top of a baseboard. After treatment I fill the hole with drywall spackle. It is far less invasive than the extensive drilling that used to be standard, and the results are essentially invisible.

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Can my A/C drain cause termite problems?

Yes, improper drainage creates moisture that attracts termites. Use a splash block to direct water away from your home.

Can tree stumps lead to termite infestations?

Yes, decaying stumps provide an ideal habitat for termites. Remove or grind stumps near your home.

Why is stucco below grade a problem?

Stucco below grade lets termites enter undetected. Ensure stucco ends at least six inches above soil level.

Why is pine bark mulch a concern?

Pine bark mulch attracts termites. Choose eucalyptus or cypress mulch instead.

How can soffit maintenance prevent termite infestations?

Sealing gaps in soffits blocks swarming termites from entering attics. Preventing dry-wood termites from entering your attic in the first place is the best dry-wood termite prevention.

Do plumbing leaks increase termite risks?

Yes, leaks create damp wood that attracts termites. Repair leaks promptly.

Can cracks in the slab lead to termite problems?

Yes, cracks allow termites to bypass barriers. Seal cracks to prevent entry.

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