Table of Contents
- 1 Termite Control Suntree
- 1.1 Expert Termite Control in Suntree
- 1.2 Termite Control Services
- 1.3 Here’s what our Customers say about us!
- 1.4 SCHEDULE YOUR TERMITE CONTROL SERVICE NOW
- 1.5 What Attracts Termites to Suntree Homes?
- 1.6 How to Avoid Termites in your Suntree home:
- 1.7 Prevent Termites
- 1.8 Benefits of Preventative Termite Treatment
- 1.9 HOW MUCH DOES TERMITE CONTROL TREATMENT COST?
- 1.10 Dry-Wood Termite Control
- 1.11 Identifying Your Slab Type
- 1.12 Monolithic Slabs: The Florida Standard
- 1.13 Supported Slab Termite Treatment
- 1.14 Floating Foundation Termite Control
- 1.15 Identifying Your Slab Foundation
- 1.16 Cities and Towns We Service:
- 1.17 Frequently Asked Questions Termite Control Suntree
- 1.17.1 General Suntree Termite Control Questions
- 1.17.2 Suntree Termite Prevention
- 1.17.3 DIY vs. Professional Termite Treatment
- 1.17.4 Suntree Termite Treatment Pricing and Frequency
- 1.17.5 Signs and Urgency of Termite Issues
- 1.17.6 Termite Damage
- 1.17.7 Termite Behavior and Lifecycle
- 1.17.8 Home Buying and Termites
- 1.17.9 Maintenance After Termite Treatment
- 1.17.10 Termite Species in Suntree
- 1.17.11 Conducive Conditions for Termite Infestations
- 1.17.12 Preconstruction Termite Treatments
- 1.18 Related Links:
Termite Control Suntree
Expert Termite Control in Suntree
With decades of experience, we offer effective termite treatments for Suntree homes.
Our comprehensive termite service includes:
- Protection: Up to $1,000,000 in termite damage coverage
- Prevention: Pre-construction and preventative treatments
- Maintenance: Annual booster treatments
- Transferability: Free transfer to new homeowners
Enjoy peace of mind with our expert termite control.
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Termite Control Services
Subterranean Termite Control
- Protect your home: We treat subterranean termites, the main cause of home damage in our area.
- Our method: We dig a trench around your home and apply a specialized treatment to eliminate termites.
Drywood Termite Control
- Prevent and treat: We apply a borate treatment to attic trusses and wall voids to control drywood termites.
- Target older homes: Drywood termites often infest older buildings.
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What Attracts Termites to Suntree Homes?
- Wood Contact: Ensure wood doesn’t touch the ground.
- Stucco: Avoid stucco below ground level.
- Landscaping: Use treated materials and avoid wood near the house.
- Foundation: Repair cracks to prevent moisture.
- Drainage: Maintain proper downspouts and drainage.
- Mulch: Use pine bark mulch sparingly.
- Leaks: Address plumbing and roof leaks promptly.
- Insulation: Avoid rigid foam insulation.
- Ventilation: Ensure adequate ventilation in crawl spaces.
- Firewood: Store firewood away from the house.
How to Avoid Termites in your Suntree home:
- Regular Inspections: Have your home inspected annually.
- Termite Agreement: Maintain a termite agreement for dry-wood and subterranean termites.
- Drainage: Avoid drainage issues around your home.
- A/C Drainage: Ensure your A/C drains away from the house.
- Gutters: Install gutters to prevent water damage.
- Plumbing: Fix plumbing issues promptly.
- Roof Leaks: Repair roof leaks immediately.
- Mulch: Avoid mulch near your home, or use rubber, cedar, or melaluca.
- Eaves & Soffits: Keep eaves and soffits in good condition.
Prevent Termites
Termites are a major problem in Florida, causing significant damage to homes and businesses. They can go undetected for years, leading to expensive repairs.
Protect your home with preventative termite treatment.
Benefits of Preventative Termite Treatment
- Protect your investment: Termite damage can be costly. Preventative treatment safeguards your home.
- Maintain home value: Termite-damaged homes lose value. Preventative treatment helps maintain its worth.
- Avoid costly infestations: Preventative treatment saves you time and money by preventing infestations.
- Peace of mind: Knowing your home is protected gives you peace of mind.
HOW MUCH DOES TERMITE CONTROL TREATMENT COST?
Termite Treatment Costs
Subterranean Termite Treatment Pricing:
- Monolithic Slab (most common): $.79 per square foot
- Supported Slabs (stem wall or floating slab): $2.35 per square foot
To estimate your cost: Multiply your home’s square footage by the relevant rate.
Example: A 1,500 sq ft monolithic slab home would cost $1,185.
Note: Prices may vary based on infestation severity, home accessibility, and other factors.
Call 321-704-0434 for a free, accurate estimate.
Dry-Wood Termite Control
Add dry-wood termite protection to your termite warranty for just $300 for the first 1,500 sq ft. Each additional 500 sq ft is $50.
We’ll treat your attic and eaves with a borate treatment during your subterranean termite control service.
Identifying Your Slab Type
Most Florida homes have monolithic slabs, which are single pieces of concrete poured directly onto the ground.
Not sure about your slab? Call us for a free inspection at 321-704-0434.
Monolithic Slabs: The Florida Standard
Monolithic slabs are the preferred choice for most Florida homes due to their durability and adaptability to sandy soils.
They are strong, resistant to Florida’s climate, and cost-effective, making them a popular choice for homeowners and builders.
Supported Slab Termite Treatment
Supported slabs are foundations supported by piers, beams, or blocks. They’re common in areas with poor soil or uneven ground, especially for large or heavy homes.
Treatment is more expensive due to the need to treat both sides of the slab.
Many oceanfront, luxury, and heavy homes use this type of construction.
Floating Foundation Termite Control
Floating slabs, used in areas with poor soil or uneven ground, require treatment on both sides due to their detached design.
This makes treatment more expensive than monolithic slabs.
Many oceanfront, luxury, and heavy homes use floating slab construction.
Why are monolithic slabs are the vast majority of slabs in Florida?
Monolithic slabs are the vast majority of slabs in Florida because they are well-suited to the state’s sandy soil conditions. Monolithic slabs are strong and durable, and they can withstand the high temperatures and humidity that are common in Florida. Monolithic slabs are also relatively inexpensive to build, which makes them a popular choice for homeowners and builders.
Identifying Your Slab Foundation
To determine your home’s foundation type:
- Check for walls: If there’s a concrete wall around your home, it’s a stem wall.
- Inspect the slab: If it’s directly on the ground, it’s a monolithic slab. If it’s supported by piers or beams, it’s a supported or floating slab.
Cities and Towns We Service:
Frequently Asked Questions Termite Control Suntree
General Suntree Termite Control Questions
Yes, and the issue is growing due to the introduction of Formosan termites. Areas like 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.
Look for mud tubes, discarded wings in windows, and swarmers (flying termites).
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.
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.
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.
Most of the time, yes. Swarming termites may enter from outside, but it often signals a termite issue.
Signs include mud tubes, frass (termite droppings), swarmers, or visible termites.
Look for mud streaks on drywall. Breaking a mud tube may reveal live termites repairing the breach.
You’ll see streaks or spots of mud and dirt.
Fire ants sometimes build mud tubes resembling termite activity, often near nests or areas affected by flooding.
Their favorite is slash pine but will feed on oak, maple, and other woods.
Eastern subterranean, Formosan, dry-wood, southern dry-wood, and damp-wood termites.
Rarely. They need continuously wet wood, which typically occurs only with severe moisture issues like roof leaks.
Yes, excessive moisture from irrigation can 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.
Yes, a single colony can infest several homes simultaneously.
Yes, termites can enter through cracks and feed on baseboards, furniture, flooring, and structural wood like trusses.
Yes, they’ll feed on wood furnishings and baseboards.
Yes, termites can feed on paper currency.
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.
Dry-wood termites swarm from May to September during warm, humid conditions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
No, termite protection is the homeowner’s responsibility.
The homeowner is responsible for paying for termite treatment.
Yes, both drywood and subterranean termites can infest manufactured homes.
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.
Yes, a proper termite treatment can provide permanent prevention.
Yes, termites are active throughout Florida.
Yes, termites are a significant concern in Florida, and a warranty is highly recommended.
Yes, termites can build mud tubes inside cinder blocks and feed on roof trusses undetected.
Suntree Termite Prevention
DIY vs. Professional Termite Treatment
Suntree Termite Treatment Pricing and Frequency
Signs and Urgency of Termite Issues
Termite Damage
Termite Behavior and Lifecycle
Home Buying and Termites
Maintenance After Termite Treatment
Termite Species in Suntree
Conducive Conditions for Termite Infestations
Yes, decaying stumps provide an ideal habitat for termites. Remove or grind stumps near your home.
Yes, improper drainage creates moisture that attracts termites. Use a splash block to direct water away from your home.
Stucco below grade lets termites enter undetected. Ensure stucco ends at least six inches above soil level.
Pine bark mulch attracts termites. Choose eucalyptus or cypress mulch instead.
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.
Yes, leaks create damp wood that attracts termites. Repair leaks promptly.
Yes, cracks allow termites to bypass barriers. Seal cracks to prevent entry.