Florida leads the nation in termite activity. The average colony causes $8,000+ in structural damage before it's discovered. We stop them early — and back it with a 1-year warranty.
Florida has the highest termite pressure of any state. Two species thrive in South Florida's climate — subterranean termites underground and drywood termites in your wood framing, furniture, and attic.
A colony of 500,000 workers can eat a linear foot of 2×4 pine in just over two years — silently.
Termite damage is NOT covered by standard homeowner's insurance. It's entirely out of pocket.
Swarm season in Miami runs February–May and October–November. Flying swarmers inside your home mean an active colony is nearby.
Most homeowners don't discover termite damage until renovation — when it's too late and costly to ignore.
A non-repellent liquid barrier applied around your foundation. Termites carry it back to the colony, eliminating the entire nest. Most effective for subterranean termites. 10-year label protection.
In-ground monitoring stations placed around your property perimeter. When activity is detected, bait is deployed. Safe, low-impact, and excellent for ongoing monitoring and prevention.
The most comprehensive treatment for severe drywood termite infestations throughout an entire structure. The home is tented and a gas fumigant penetrates all wood. Requires 2–3 days away from home.
Our certified inspector examines all accessible wood, attic, crawlspace, and foundation for signs of activity, damage, and conditions that attract termites.
You receive a detailed written inspection report with photos, identified pest species, damage assessment, and recommended treatment options with flat-rate pricing.
Licensed applicators perform the agreed treatment using certified methods and products. All work is documented and photographed for your records.
Every termite treatment includes a written 1-year warranty. If we find new termite activity within the warranty period, we re-treat at no charge.
Most homeowners don't discover termite damage until renovation. These warning signs appear well before the structural damage becomes visible.
Mud tubes on foundation walls — Pencil-width tunnels of soil along concrete block, pipes, or beams. Subterranean termites build these to travel between soil and wood without exposure.
Discarded wings near windows — Swarmers shed their wings after finding a new colony site. Piles of small, equal-length wings on windowsills or floors mean swarmers entered your home.
Hollow-sounding wood — Tap wood baseboards, door frames, or trim. A hollow sound instead of solid knock means termites have eaten the interior, leaving only a thin shell.
Frass (termite droppings) — Small, hexagonal pellets resembling sawdust or coffee grounds near wood trim or furniture. A sign of drywood termite activity inside the wood.
Blistering or darkening paint — Paint that bubbles or darkens on wood surfaces may indicate termites feeding just below the surface, creating moisture pockets that push paint up.
Tight-fitting doors and windows — As termites damage wood framing, moisture gets in and causes warping. Doors or windows that suddenly stick or are hard to open may indicate structural damage.
Flying termites (swarmers) indoors — Seeing swarmers inside your home — especially near light sources — means an active colony is established inside or immediately adjacent to your structure.
Sagging floors or ceilings — Advanced subterranean termite damage in floor joists or ceiling beams causes structural sagging. If you're at this stage, treatment is urgent.
Florida leads the nation in termite activity — and Miami-Dade and Broward are among the highest-pressure counties in the state, with two major species active simultaneously year-round.
Eastern Subterranean Termites (Reticulitermes flavipes) are the most destructive species in the US. They build colonies underground with up to one million workers, traveling through mud tubes to reach above-ground wood. In South Florida's high water table environment, they're found in virtually every neighborhood. Swarm season runs February through May.
West Indian Drywood Termites (Cryptotermes brevis) infest dry wood above ground — attic framing, furniture, window frames, and door jambs — with no soil contact required. They produce distinctive hexagonal frass pellets. Miami's warm, dry winters allow colonies to thrive year-round. Fumigation is often the only effective treatment for widespread drywood infestations.
The Formosan subterranean termite (Coptotermes formosanus) — the most aggressive species in the world — is also present in South Florida and growing in prevalence. If identified, immediate treatment is critical.
Termite treatment service areas:
Miami · Coral Gables · Kendall · Hialeah · Homestead · Fort Lauderdale · Hollywood · Weston · Pompano Beach
Free inspections. Flat-rate written estimates. No surprise charges.
Termidor HE application around foundation perimeter. Best for subterranean termites. 1-year warranty.
Get My QuoteIn-ground monitoring and bait system. Ongoing protection with quarterly inspections. Low-impact option.
Get My QuoteWhole-structure treatment for widespread drywood termites. 2–3 days away from home required.
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Free written inspection. Flat-rate treatment. 1-year warranty.
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