Guaranteed Termite Control Services Since 1978
Termites and Wood Destroying Organisms Services
- Termite inspections
- Termite treatments and repairs including Orange Oil Treatments
- Home and Business protection
plans
- Electro gun treatments
- Foam injection treatments
- Monitoring service
The San Francisco
Bay region is home to 3 main termite species, many wood boring beetle species and wood destroying fungus organisms.
Treatment methods vary according to the type of pest, physical conditions at the property, and Homeowner preferences. As
an example our available treatment methods for drywood termites whole house solutions and localized treatments using Orange Oil (d-Limonene), Electro-Gun, and the Termidor Foam Injection Process.
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Orange Oil XT-2000 Orange Oil is hard on termites but easy on the planet’s resources.
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Whole House Guarantee
The Hitmen Termite and Pest
Control Guarantees Treatments for Termites for extended periods
beyond our standard guarantees. This Extended Guarantee includes an annual inspection and treatment as necessary for any new
or recurring termite problems. Ask your Inspector for details about the guarantees that would apply to your home or business.
We have included the following definitions and links to help you identify and understand
the biology of wood destroying pests and organisms in the bay area.
Termite Inspection
You can’t assume your home is termite-free just because you’ve
never seen them – they only swarm once or twice a year, and you might miss it! We thoroughly inspect your home
or business, looking for the tell-tale signs of termite infestation. Some of the things we look for are:
- Mud tubes built for traveling above ground
- Damaged or hollow-sounding wood
- Pinholes in drywall
or wallpaper
- Small piles of sawdust (frass)
- Piles of small wings
- Other
specific termite indicators
Subterranean
Termites
Subterranean termites are extremely destructive. First they build tunnels to wooden structures, and
then they burrow into those structures to obtain food. Any wood or cellulose-containing material constitutes termite food,
and given time to do so, they’ll eat until nothing is left but a shell. Termites avoid light and air, so they build
their colonies where you’re not likely to stumble upon them.
Subterranean Termites live in the soil and enter homes through their shelter
tubes. Subs are usually first detected when they swarm. They can also be identified by their shelter tubes.
For further information or a free limited inspection Contact the Hitmen or go to Sub Info.
Drywood Termites
Drywood Termites live in wood; they are common in coastal counties including
Sonoma, Marin, and inland Napa County. They are usually identified by piles of fecal pellets that are pushed out of infested
wood.
For further information or a free limited inspection
Contact the Hitmen or go to Drywood Info.
Dampwood Termites
Dampwood Termites are the largest of the locally found termite species.
They usually infest wet wood or wood in contact with the soil. Like subterranean termites they live in the ground but do not
have to travel there for moisture. Chemical treatments or baiting is usually not necessary. The common recommendation would
be to remove earth to wood contacts and correct any moisture conditions that are contributing to damp wood.
Is
it a termite or an ant?
On the off chance you do see them, remember that it’s easy to confuse termites with
ants. Fortunately, there are features that distinguish them.
Wood Boring Beetles
Wood Boring Beetles are common throughout the bay area. Beetles commonly
attack fungus infected wood but will also infest sound wood. Beetles are usually discovered by their exit holes and piles
of dust like material which is ejected. Exterior decks and trim as well as substructure framing are a favorite of local beetle
populations.
For further information or a free limited inspection Contact the Hitmen or go to Beetle Info.
Carpenter Ants
Carpenter Ants typically infest homes that are in wooded areas or that
have older trees on the property. They do not eat the wood but will hollow out wood members to make a gallery to inhabit.
Their frass (waste) can include small wood shavings, pieces of building material and small insect pieces.
For further
information or a free limited inspection Contact the Hitmen or see Carpenter Ant Info.
