Termites
Termites are one of the most destructive pests in Florida. Our professional team provides advanced treatments, inspections, and prevention programs to protect your home before damage occurs.
What Are Termites?
Termites are small, pale insects that feed on wood, often mistaken for flying ants. However, their straight antennae and equal-sized wings distinguish them. These insects thrive in Florida’s humid climate, feeding on wood and cellulose-based materials, which can lead to serious structural damage if left untreated.
They live in massive colonies and can remain hidden for months or years before being detected. Look for frass (termite droppings), mud tubes along the foundation, and hollow-sounding wood as signs of activity.
Types of Termites in Florida
Florida is home to several termite species, including both native and invasive types. The three most common are:
- Subterranean Termites: Live underground and build mud tubes that connect their colonies to wood sources. These termites cause the most extensive damage in the U.S.
- Drywood Termites: Infest dry wood such as framing, flooring, and furniture. They live entirely within the wood and don’t require contact with soil.
- Dampwood Termites: Prefer moist wood and are less likely to infest homes, but can still damage structures near water sources.
How to Protect Your Home
Preventing termite damage is far easier and more cost-effective than repairing it. Problem Solved Pest Control offers comprehensive protection programs, from pretreatments for new construction to advanced baiting systems for existing homes.
- Annual termite inspections by certified experts.
- Borate treatments for new construction providing up to 15 years of protection.
- Trelona® Baiting Systems for colony elimination and ongoing monitoring.
- Localized treatments for drywood infestations — no tenting required in most cases.
- Preventive maintenance programs to keep your home termite-free year-round.
Don’t wait until you see the damage — schedule an inspection and protect your investment today.
Schedule a Termite Inspection
Whether you’re building a new home or maintaining your current one, our trained specialists are ready to help. We’ll inspect, identify, and implement the best treatment plan tailored to your property’s needs.
