About This Termite Treatment in Highland Village, TX
Termites are a constant threat to North Texas homeowners, and Highland Village is no exception. Recently, the team at Knock ‘Em Dead Pest Control was called to a beautiful local property where the homeowner discovered “mud tubes” along the interior garage wall. This is a classic sign of an active subterranean termite infestation.
In our region, termites can cause significant structural damage long before they are ever seen. For this job, our goal was to stop the current activity immediately and establish a long-term barrier to protect the home for years to come.
The Knock ‘Em Dead Approach: Total Colony Elimination
Treating a termite infestation requires a combination of localized treatment for the active “strike zone” and a perimeter defense for the rest of the structure.
Step 1: The Thorough Termite Inspection
We began with a comprehensive inspection of the entire home, both inside and out.
Identifying the Source: We traced the mud tubes from the garage wall back down to the foundation, identifying the exact point where termites were entering from the soil.
Assessing the Damage: We checked nearby wood framing and baseboards to ensure the infestation hadn’t spread deeper into the home’s structural supports.
Moisture Check: We identified a leaking outdoor spigot near the entry point, which was providing the moisture that attracted the termites in the first place.
Step 2: Targeted Liquid Barrier Treatment
Because this was an active infestation, we implemented a liquid soil treatment to reach the termites where they live.
Trenching and Rodding: We dug a shallow trench along the exterior foundation and used specialized equipment to “rod” the termiticide deep into the soil.
Non-Repellent Technology: We used a high-quality, non-repellent liquid. This is key because termites cannot detect it; they walk through it and share it with the rest of the colony, leading to total elimination of the queen and the nest.
Wall Void Treatment: For the active activity in the garage, we performed a localized wall injection to stop the termites currently inside the wood in their tracks.
Step 3: Long-Term Monitoring and Prevention
Once the treatment was applied, we focused on making sure the termites wouldn’t return.
Sealing and Patching: Any points where we had to access the wall or foundation were professionally sealed and finished.
Homeowner Maintenance Tips: We advised the homeowner on fixing the leaking spigot and ensuring mulch was kept at least six inches away from the foundation to reduce future risk.
Protection Guarantee: Like all our termite jobs, this Highland Village home is now backed by our professional guarantee, providing the owner with much-needed peace of mind.
Worried About Termites in Highland Village or DFW?
If you see discarded wings near windowsills, mud tubes on your brick, or wood that sounds hollow when tapped, don’t wait. Termite damage only gets more expensive the longer you leave it.
For a professional termite inspection or termite treatment in Highland Village, TX, or the surrounding DFW area, contact Knock ‘Em Dead Pest Control.
We’ll knock ’em dead (the pests, not the people!) and save your home from the silent destroyers.