Protect Your Property From Termites
Termites can remain hidden beneath the soil or inside a structure long before the damage becomes easy to see. Mud tubes along the foundation, damaged wood, or a sudden swarm may be the first indication that a subterranean termite colony has reached your property.
Northwest Exterminating provides professional termite inspections and Sentricon® termite control for homes and businesses throughout Phoenix, Tucson, and Southern Arizona.
As Certified Sentricon Specialists®, our technicians are trained to install and maintain a system designed to eliminate the entire subterranean termite colony, including the queen.
Concerned about possible termite activity or looking for ongoing protection?
Termite Protection That Targets the Entire Colony
Subterranean termites live and forage largely out of sight. Treating only the termites found in one visible area does not necessarily address the colony responsible for the activity.
The Sentricon® system takes a different approach.
Discreet bait stations are installed in the soil around the perimeter of the structure. As worker termites search for food, they encounter the bait and carry it back to the colony. The active ingredient interferes with the termites’ ability to molt and mature.
Because the bait is shared throughout the colony, Sentricon eliminates the workers, soldiers, developing termites, and eventually the queen.
The stations then remain in place as part of an ongoing termite protection program.
Why Northwest Exterminating Uses Sentricon®
Arizona homeowners have more than one termite treatment option. Northwest Exterminating offers Sentricon® because it combines total colony elimination with a minimally invasive installation process.
Eliminates the Subterranean Termite Colony
Sentricon® is designed to eliminate the entire colony rather than controlling termites only where they enter the structure.
Requires Minimal Disruption
In-ground stations are placed around the exterior perimeter without trenching around the property or drilling through floors for a conventional soil treatment.
When termites are active in an accessible area, an above-ground Sentricon® station can be placed directly over the activity to make the bait immediately available.
Provides Ongoing Protection
The stations stay in place after the original colony has been eliminated. As long as the system remains under active professional service, it continues protecting the structure from future subterranean termite colonies.
Installed by Certified Sentricon® Specialists
Sentricon is available only through authorized professionals. Northwest Exterminating’s Certified Sentricon® Specialists have completed the training required to inspect properties, install the system, and maintain it correctly.
What to Expect From Northwest Exterminating
A Thorough Termite Inspection
An inspector will examine accessible areas of the structure and property for evidence of termite activity, damage, and conditions that could increase the property's vulnerability.
This may include checking:
- The foundation and exterior walls
- Garages and attached patios
- Plumbing penetrations and expansion joints
- Interior areas where activity has been reported
- Wood contacting or located close to the soil
- Areas with excess moisture or drainage problems
- Previous termite treatment locations
The inspector will explain what was found and answer any questions before the Sentricon system is installed.
Discreet Station Installation
Sentricon® stations are installed in the soil around the structure’s perimeter, where foraging subterranean termites can encounter them.
Only the service cover remains visible at ground level. The stations are positioned to provide protection while limiting disruption to patios, landscaping, and the areas around your home.
Ongoing Professional Service
Sentricon® is not a one-time installation that should be forgotten.
Northwest Exterminating will service the system according to the program established for your property. During these visits, a trained technician checks the stations, replaces components when needed, and confirms that the system remains properly positioned.
Keeping the stations in place and professionally maintained provides continued protection against future subterranean termite activity.
Why Choose Northwest Exterminating?
Northwest Exterminating has served Arizona property owners since 1990. Today, our locally operated team provides termite and pest control throughout Phoenix, Tucson, and communities across Southern Arizona. Customers choose Northwest for:
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Certified Sentricon® Specialists
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More than 35 years of Arizona pest control experience
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Minimally invasive termite protection
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Service for homes and businesses
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Local offices in Phoenix and Tucson
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Free, no-obligation termite inspections
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On-time, professional service
Northwest Exterminating has earned thousands of reviews from customers across Phoenix, Tucson, and Southern Arizona. See what local property owners say about our technicians, communication, and service.
Termite Pre-Treatments for New Construction
Northwest Exterminating has provided new construction termite pre-treatments for more than 30 years and works with builders and subcontractors throughout the Tucson area.
Treatment is completed in stages, beginning with a liquid soil application before the slab is poured or stem walls are backfilled. Northwest returns after final grading or landscaping to treat the soil along the exterior foundation.
Professional spraying equipment, blue dye, fluorescent marking tabs, and quality assurance inspections help support accurate, even coverage. Northwest’s high-capacity tanker fleet also allows the team to accommodate tight construction schedules and provide 24-hour service when needed.
Borate Wood Protection
For an additional layer of protection, Northwest can apply a borate treatment to exposed wood framing before siding and drywall are installed. The treatment helps prevent termites from feeding on the wood without changing its appearance, and the framing can still be stained or painted after application.
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Termite Control FAQs
Yes. Sentricon® stations are installed in the ground with only a secured service cover visible. The active ingredient affects the molting process termites need to grow and survive.
No. Sentricon does not draw termites onto the property.
Worker termites are already moving through the soil in search of food. The stations are positioned around the structure so foraging termites can encounter the bait during that search.
Yes. In-ground stations can eliminate the colony responsible for an active infestation.
When termites are feeding in an accessible area, an above-ground Sentricon station may also be placed directly over the activity. The treatment plan will depend on what the inspection reveals.
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