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Eliminating & Preventing Subterranean Termites in Boston

Subterranean termites live in underground colonies and secluded above-ground locations. The termites build mud tubes to move without being exposed to the open air. They end up inside the walls of your home in search of food sources. Pestex brings four generations of pest management experience to termite control in Boston, Framingham, and surrounding areas. If you are looking for an effective way to get rid of termites once and for all, then look no further.

Our team of termite control experts in Boston will go above and beyond to ensure that your home or business is entirely termite-free. We use food-safe and non-toxic termite control strategies using the latest technology, to guarantee effective results. Take look at our customer reviews and see why we are Boston’s most trusted pest control company! Contact us online to learn more about what we can do to make your home or business a better and safer place for you today when you choose us for termite control in Boston.

What Do Termites Look Like?

Termites can be tricky to spot. Winged termites will typically be easier to notice; however, it is very common for them to be mistaken with flying ants. For this reason, it is important to have a qualified team properly inspect your home for these pests. Our team of termite control experts in Boston have years of combined experience and are trained to distinguish between these two types of insects.​​

Here are some things that you can look out for when trying to spot termites in your home:

  • Termites have noticeably thick waists
  • Termites have straight antennas
  • Termite have short legs
  • If the termites are winged, their wings will be the same length.

Please contact us at (617) 332-3344 to set up an appointment for your termite inspection and termite control service in Boston. 

How Do I Know If I Have Termites?

Subterranean termites are the most destructive termite species and can cause serious property damage before they are ever detected. Termites feed on cellulose, which they find in the wood in nature or your home. They have hard jaws that enable them to bite off tiny fragments of wood. It is important to identify the infestation as soon as possible to minimize damage to your home.

Some signs to look out for include the following:

  • Mud Tubes: Check around the foundation of your home for mud tubes that come up from the ground. These tiny tubes are how the termites travel into structures from the ground.
  • Termite Swarm: In the springtime, you can look for signs of a swarm. You may find wings outside your home or on the windowsills indoors.
  • Bubbling or peeling paint: Check for this especially around windows, baseboards, and entrances to your home.

If you notice any of the signs above, it is important to contact a professional as soon as possible to conduct a termite inspection. Leaving a termite infestation unnoticed can lead to serious damages that can be avoided with timely service.

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Non-Toxic Termite Control Boston

We use the Sentricon® system for termite control in Boston and surrounding areas. This innovative system is scientifically designed to eliminate entire subterranean termite colonies and prevent future infestations. The workers find the bait in the bait stations and bring it back to share with the colony, which is effective for eliminating the entire colony including the queen.

Your Certified Sentricon Specialist® will install the bait stations in the ground around the house’s perimeter. After the initial treatment, the in-ground bait stations are left in place. We monitor the stations yearly to ensure that your home remains protected from new termite infestations.

Preventing Termite Damage

Due to the severity of the potential damage, it is important to take steps to prevent termites from finding their way into your home. As you are inspecting the outside of your home, keep in mind that they are attracted to humidity, wood, and moisture. You should try to reduce these as much as possible from around the foundation of your home.

To prevent subterranean termites, you can:

  • Make sure your gutters are working and downspouts are moving water away from the foundation.
  • Check for leaks in faucets, pipes, or around the air conditioning unit outside your home
  • Keep mulch away from the foundation.
  • Don’t keep firewood near the house and keep it at least five inches off the ground.
  • Schedule a professional termite inspection.
  • Make sure your gutters are working and downspouts are moving water away from the foundation.
  • Check for leaks in faucets, pipes, or around the air conditioning unit outside your home
  • Keep mulch away from the foundation.
  • Don’t keep firewood near the house and keep it at least five inches off the ground.
  • Schedule a professional termite inspection.

The termite control process begins with a full inspection of your home to identify the presence of termites. We encourage you to contact us to schedule an inspection and get an estimate for Boston and area termite control with the Sentricon® system.

Worker termites are constantly foraging for new food sources, even if there is an ample supply present. In fact, termites can forage distances greater than 100 yards as they search for new food sources. Sentricon® is designed so the bait stations intercept the random foraging patterns of the workers.
Swarming is a natural process that usually occurs in warm weather after a rain shower, as termite reproductives seek to start new colonies. If you see termites swarming, or merely find a collection of their discarded wings, call a Certified Sentricon Specialist. It could be ants. It could be termites. It’s important to get an expert inspection.
Yes. The active ingredient in Sentricon® is not systemic and will not be taken up by the plants, and the potential for leaching is extremely low.

If you suspect termites have moved in, give us a call at (617) 332-3344 to schedule an inspection for termite control in Boston.

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