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Northwest Exterminating Receives More Calls About Termites Than Any Other Insect

In Tucson, subterranean termites are silently eating away at homes every single day. They don’t make noise, they don’t leave a mess, and by the time you notice them, the damage is already done. Without protection, your home could be next! 

Since termites can cause serious damage before you even realize they're there, it's essential to be proactive - knowing how to prevent them, spot the warning signs, and act fast to avoid costly repairs. Here's what every Tucson homeowner needs to know about termite control. 

What Are Termites?

Termites are small, elusive pests that rarely make an appearance. In Tucson, the most common type is the subterranean termite, which can form colonies of hundreds of thousands. These termites live underground, often out of sight, but can cause significant damage if they infest your home.

Once inside, subterranean termites tunnel through wood, weakening it over time. If they invade structural parts of your home, the damage can become severe, threatening the integrity of your property.

Spotting termites early is difficult, as they remain hidden unless they’re swarming to mate. Your best chance of seeing them is during a swarm, where reproductive termites—dark-colored with wings—fly out to find a mate. Once paired, they shed their wings and return underground, continuing their destructive work.

How To Prevent Termites In Tucson

Because termites stay hidden, keeping them out isn’t always simple. The only guaranteed way to protect your property is with an ongoing termite control plan, which we’ll cover below. In the meantime, here are a few steps you can take to make your home less appealing to termites:

• Reduce moisture: While Tucson isn’t known for humidity, even minor leaks or standing water can attract termites. Fix any dripping pipes or moisture issues.
• Replace water-damaged wood: Subterranean termites prefer soft, rotting wood, though they’ll go after dry wood too. Replacing damaged wood removes one of their biggest temptations.
• Eliminate wood-to-soil contact: Firewood stacks, wooden fence posts, or even mulch too close to your home can create an easy entry point for termites. Keep wood off the ground and away from your foundation.

Signs Of Termites 

To stay ahead of termites, you’ll need to keep an eye out for warning signs, such as:

• Mud tubes: Pencil-width tubes made of mud, often found along your foundation walls, help termites travel from the ground to your home.
• Hollow wood: Knock on wood—if it sounds hollow, termites may have already tunneled inside.
• Peeling or bubbling paint: This can signal termite damage beneath the surface.
• Hard-to-open doors or windows: Swollen wood from termite damage can make it tough to open or close them.
• Piles of discarded wings: When reproductive termites swarm, they shed their wings—leaving them behind in piles.

If you spot any of these signs, don’t wait! Termite control is crucial to prevent further damage. Better yet, protect your home from termites before these wood-destroying insects have a chance to infest. 

Our Tucson, AZ Termite Control Services

Termites are a serious concern for Tucson homeowners, especially because subterranean termites can remain hidden while feeding on wood and other cellulose materials inside a structure. Northwest Exterminating has been helping Arizona homeowners protect their properties from termites for more than 30 years.

For termite control in Tucson, we use the Sentricon® System with Always Active™ technology. Sentricon targets the termite colony itself using strategically placed bait stations around the exterior of your home. Foraging termites feed on the bait and share it with other members of the colony, helping eliminate the colony rather than simply treating the termites you can see.

The system stays in place to provide ongoing protection, with our termite professionals checking and maintaining the stations as part of your service.

Whether you’ve discovered signs of termites or simply want dependable protection for your Tucson home, Northwest Exterminating can inspect your property and install Sentricon to help keep termite colonies from threatening your home.

Why Tucson Property Owners & Builders Trust Northwest Exterminating For Termite Protection 

When it comes to protecting your home from termites, experience and expertise matter. At Northwest Exterminating, we’ve been safeguarding Tucson homes for over 30 years, and our commitment to quality is second to none. Here’s why homeowners trust us:

• Decades of Experience: We started as a termite pre-treatment business and have been perfecting our approach ever since.
• Comprehensive Solutions: Whether you need prevention, active termite treatment, or pre-construction protection, we have options to fit your needs.
• Top-Tier Materials & Service: We use industry-leading products and uphold the highest standards in pest control.
• Nationally Recognized Expertise: As members of the National Pest Management Association, we stay ahead of the latest advancements in termite control.

Termites work silently, but the damage they cause can be devastating—and expensive. Whether you’ve spotted warning signs or just want peace of mind, now is the time to take action. Contact Northwest Exterminating today to safeguard your home and avoid costly repairs down the road!