Termite control
In many ways, termites are the ultimate pest. Termite colonies, consisting of hundreds of thousands of individuals, live exclusively underground. Couple this with their appetite for wood, and termites control becomes a very overwhelming task for homeowners.
Toby’s Pest Control has protected homes in the Bowling Green, Kentucky area for more than 50 years! Here’s what you need to know…
About the Eastern Subterranean Termite
There are many species of termites worldwide, but the only species effecting this area is the eastern subterranean termite. This species of termites live exclusively in the ground and prefer to feed on dry and structurally sound wood. They also eat through many other substances including drywall, paper, and cardboard. Termites forage for food through the soil by creating mud tubes (AKA shelter tunnels). These tubes give termites access to hard to reach wood, like wood on a tree, or even worse wood at the top of a block foundation. Shelter tubes provide termites with protection as well as proper moisture levels. For the average homeowner, termites present a daunting problem. No other pest can devalue your home like the termite, but we are here to help.
What to Expect
Toby’s Pest Control realizes many questions arise about termites and how they effect a structure. We are here to help educate our customers. For new customers, Toby’s Pest Control offers free termite inspections. Here’s how a typical termite inquiry works.
#1 Inspection
After a quick call to our office we will set up an initial termite inspection. During this inspection, one of our experienced technicians will arrive at your home, thoroughly inspect your home for termites, and answer any questions you have. They will explain to you how a treatment works, take measurements of your home, then bring the information back to the office. From there, one of our team members will call you with a quote and any followup questions.
#2 Treatment
Hopefully you decide to treat your home for termites. Good choice! We will schedule a service date, arrive on site, and begin the treatment. At least two of our technicians will be on site to complete the job. They will treat the soil with an industry leading termiticide. The chemical will need to saturate the soil all along the outside perimeter of the home, and if applicable, inside the crawlspace walls. This may involve drilling holes into the structure to get the chemical solution into the correct location. Treatment can usually be completed in one working day.
#3 Warranty and Yearly Inspection
After the initial treatment, Toby's Pest Control will guarantee the service for one year. This guarantee includes a full re-treatment of any infested areas. After the first year, we will contact you asking to extend the contract for another year. An annual contract extension includes a nominal fee and an inspection by one of our technicians. The contract extends every year it is renewed.
A Pest Control Company you can trust
Our company offers only licensed and tested products to exterminate termites. The chemicals we use are safe for the environment, but not for termites. The particles bond to the soil around the perimeter of your home, leaving a barrier that kills any termite colony that tries to attack.