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4.82 / 5 stars (140 reviews)
Protecting your home or business from the silent destruction of termites is not just a service, it’s an imperative. At Pasadena Termite Control, we specialize in comprehensive termite treatment solutions designed to safeguard your most valuable assets. Termites, often undetected until significant damage has occurred, can compromise the structural integrity of your property, leading to costly repairs. Our expert team utilizes the latest in pest control technology and environmentally responsible methods to effectively eradicate termite colonies and prevent their return, ensuring your peace of mind and the longevity of your property.
Investing in professional termite control is an investment in your property’s future. Here’s why choosing us makes all the difference:
When it comes to something as vital as protecting your property from termites, you need a partner you can trust. Pasadena Termite Control stands out as the premier choice for residents and businesses across Pasadena and surrounding areas. Our commitment to excellence is rooted in extensive experience, unparalleled qualifications, and a deep-seated dedication to customer satisfaction.
With years of dedicated service in the Pasadena community, our team boasts a profound understanding of local termite species, their behavior, and the most effective strategies for their eradication. We’ve encountered every type of termite infestation imaginable, from subterranean to drywood, equipping us with the knowledge to handle any challenge.
Our technicians are not just exterminators; they are highly trained, certified, and licensed professionals committed to continuous learning. They adhere to the strictest industry standards and regulations, ensuring every treatment is performed safely, efficiently, and effectively.
Your peace of mind is our top priority. We stand by the quality of our work with robust guarantees, offering follow-up visits and continued support to ensure your property remains termite-free. Our legion of satisfied customers in Pasadena is a testament to our unwavering commitment to delivering results that exceed expectations.
We leverage cutting-edge technology and innovative treatment methods, including bait systems, liquid treatments, and fumigation, tailored to the specific needs of your property. Our approach is designed to be minimally invasive while maximizing effectiveness.
At Pasadena Termite Control, we believe in honesty and transparency. We provide detailed, upfront pricing with no hidden fees, ensuring you understand the cost and scope of your termite treatment plan before any work begins.
Our dedication extends beyond just eradicating termites; it’s about providing a service experience that is seamless, trustworthy, and ultimately leaves you with confidence in the safety and integrity of your property. We are committed to fostering long-term relationships with our clients through exceptional service and genuine care.
Pasadena Termite Control is proud to serve a broad spectrum of communities throughout Los Angeles County. Our commitment to protecting homes and businesses from destructive termites extends across various neighborhoods, ensuring that professional and effective termite control is always within reach. We understand the local challenges and specific termite species prevalent in the region, allowing us to provide highly targeted and effective solutions.
If you’re located within or near these areas and suspect termite activity, don’t hesitate to reach out. Our rapid response team is equipped to address your concerns promptly and efficiently, offering peace of mind through comprehensive inspections and personalized treatment plans. We’re dedicated to extending our top-tier termite control services to as many residents and businesses as possible, ensuring healthier, safer environments for everyone.
Understanding the nuances of effective termite control is crucial for any property owner. At Pasadena Termite Control, we offer a multi-faceted approach, combining cutting-edge technology with time-tested methods to ensure the complete eradication and long-term prevention of termites. Our services are tailored to address the unique challenges presented by different termite species and varying property structures.
The first and most critical step in successful termite management is a thorough and accurate inspection. Our certified termite specialists conduct a meticulous examination of your entire property, both interior and exterior, identifying potential entry points, areas of moisture accumulation, and existing termite activity. This comprehensive assessment allows us to pinpoint the specific type of termite (subterranean, drywood, or dampwood) and the extent of the infestation. We look for subtle signs that often go unnoticed by the untrained eye, such as mud tubes, discarded wings, frass (termite droppings), and hollow-sounding wood. This detailed initial inspection forms the foundation of a customized treatment plan, ensuring that our approach is not only effective but also highly efficient.
Subterranean termites, known for building distinctive mud tubes, require specialized detection techniques. Our inspectors meticulously check basements, crawl spaces, foundations, and areas where wood meets soil. We utilize moisture meters and thermal imaging cameras to detect their hidden colonies and pathways, even behind walls or under floors.
Drywood termites, unlike their subterranean counterparts, do not require soil contact and often live within the wood they infest. Our inspection for drywood termites focuses on attics, eaves, wooden furniture, and structural timbers. We look for characteristic pellets (frass) and listen for faint chewing sounds, employing boroscopes to examine inaccessible areas.
Following the inspection, we develop a bespoke treatment plan designed to effectively eliminate the identified termite threat while considering the unique characteristics of your property and your personal preferences. Our goal is to provide a solution that is both highly effective and minimally disruptive to your daily life.
For subterranean termites, liquid barrier treatments are a cornerstone of our strategy. We apply a termiticide typically containing fipronil or imidacloprid to the soil around your home’s foundation, creating an undetectable barrier that termites cannot penetrate. As termites tunnel through the treated soil, they pick up the active ingredient, effectively eliminating individual termites and, through a transfer effect, entire colonies. This method provides long-lasting protection and is highly effective at preventing future infestations.
Bait systems offer a discreet and environmentally sensitive approach to subterranean termite control. These systems involve placing bait stations containing cellulose-based material infused with an insect growth regulator around your property. Termites feed on the bait, share it with the colony, and gradually die off. This method is excellent for sensitive environments, doesn’t require extensive digging, and provides continuous monitoring for termite activity.
When drywood termite infestations are widespread and deeply entrenched within the structure, fumigation is often the most comprehensive solution. This process involves enclosing the entire structure with tarps and introducing a controlled gas (typically sulfuryl fluoride) that penetrates all wood within the property, eliminating termites wherever they hide. While requiring temporary evacuation, fumigation offers the highest efficacy for complete drywood termite eradication.
For smaller, contained drywood termite infestations, we offer localized treatments such as direct wood injection, high-temperature treatments, or electrocution. These methods target specific infested areas, minimizing disruption and offering a viable alternative to whole-structure fumigation for certain scenarios.
Our commitment to your property’s protection doesn’t end with treatment. We believe in proactive prevention and ongoing monitoring to ensure long-term termite freedom. This includes advising on moisture control, reducing wood-to-soil contact, sealing cracks in foundations, and ongoing inspection schedules to detect any new activity early.
Termites thrive in moist environments. We’ll identify and recommend solutions for moisture issues such as leaky pipes, poor drainage, or inadequate ventilation in crawl spaces. We also advise on sealing foundation cracks and ensuring proper spacing between mulch and the foundation perimeter.
Regular follow-up inspections are crucial for maintaining a termite-free environment. Our team offers annual inspection services to proactively identify any new signs of termite activity or potential vulnerabilities, allowing us to address issues before they escalate. This ongoing vigilance provides peace of mind and reinforces the longevity of our treatments.
Recognizing the early signs of a pest or termite infestation is crucial for timely intervention and preventing extensive damage. Many homeowners unknowingly live with infestations until the problem becomes severe. At Pasadena Termite Control, we want to empower you with the knowledge to identify potential issues and know when it’s time to call the experts. Don’t let your home become another statistic of silent destruction or annoying intrusion; be vigilant about these common indicators.
One of the most definitive signs of a termite infestation, particularly by subterranean termites, is the discovery of “”swarmers.”” These are winged reproductive termites that emerge from mature colonies, typically in the spring or after rain, to establish new colonies. They are often mistaken for flying ants. If you see winged insects emerging from cracks in walls, foundation, or around windows and doors, especially inside your home, it’s a strong indication of a hidden termite colony. Even if you only find discarded wings (which they shed after swarming), it means a swarm occurred nearby, and a colony is likely established. Immediate action is critical because a swarm indicates a mature, thriving colony, often one that has been active for several years.
Subterranean termites require constant moisture and build ‘mud tubes’ (also called ‘shelter tubes’) to travel between their underground colonies and their food source (your home’s wood) while protecting themselves from dry air and predators. These pencil-sized tubes, made of soil, wood, and saliva, can be found on exterior or interior foundation walls, in crawl spaces, along baseboards, or even extending from the ground to wooden structures. Active mud tubes indicate an ongoing infestation. Even if the tubes appear old and dry, it’s still a sign that termites were, or are still, present. Breaking open a tube and seeing live termites confirms an active infestation requiring immediate professional intervention.
Termites consume wood from the inside out, leaving a thin veneer of wood or paint on the surface. Over time, wood that has been severely damaged by termites will sound hollow when tapped. You might notice this when knocking on baseboards, door frames, or even wooden furniture. As the internal structure of the wood is eaten away, it loses its density and structural integrity. This is often a late-stage sign of a termite infestation, as significant damage has already occurred internally, even if no external signs are visible. It’s a clear signal that a professional inspection is urgently needed to assess the extent of the damage.
Drywood termites, unlike subterranean termites, do not build mud tubes and do not require soil contact. Their signature calling card is ‘frass’ – tiny, hexagonal-shaped fecal pellets that they push out of small kick-out holes in infested wood. These pellets resemble sawdust or coffee grounds and are usually found in small piles near infested wooden items like window sills, door frames, baseboards, furniture, or wooden structural elements. The color of the frass can vary depending on the color of the wood they are consuming. Finding frass indicates an active drywood termite colony within the immediate vicinity, and a targeted treatment plan will be necessary.
Termite activity can lead to noticeable structural damage over time. This includes doors and windows that become difficult to open or close, sagging floors, buckling wood, or bubbling paint. As termites hollow out wooden beams, floor joists, and wall studs, these structural elements weaken, causing deformation. Bubbling or cracking paint and peeling wallpaper can also signify moisture issues that attract termites or indicate hidden termite tunneling. While a severe issue, addressing it promptly can prevent further deterioration and costly structural repairs. Beyond termites, other wood-boring pests like carpenter ants or powderpost beetles can also cause similar damage, underscoring the need for a professional diagnosis.
Finding small, pellet-like droppings (resembling rice grains for mice or larger pellets for rats) or dark urine stains is a strong indicator of rodent activity. These are commonly found in kitchens, pantries, attics, basements, or along walls and in cupboards. The presence of droppings confirms that rodents are actively foraging, nesting, and reproducing within your home. Beyond the unsanitary conditions and potential for disease transmission, rodents can also cause significant damage by gnawing through electrical wires, insulation, and plumbing. Prompt action is necessary to remove the infestation and seal entry points.
Rodents, such as mice and rats, constantly gnaw to keep their incisors from growing too long. You might find gnaw marks on electrical wires, plastic pipes, wooden beams, furniture, or food packaging. These marks often appear as small, parallel grooves. Chewed-through electrical wires pose a significant fire hazard, and gnawed-through pipes can lead to water damage. Damaged food packaging means food contamination. Inspecting areas like kitchen cabinets, pantries, utility rooms, and attics for these signs can help identify rodent presence early.
A persistent, musty, or foul odor that seems to have no obvious source can indicate a pest problem. Rodents leave behind urine and droppings that create a distinctive, stale smell, especially in confined spaces like attics or wall voids. A strong, oily, or sweet smell might indicate a severe cockroach infestation. In some cases, a pervasive damp or earthy smell could point to excessive moisture, which attracts termites and fosters mold growth, potentially exacerbated by pests contributing to moisture issues. Unexplained odors warrant a professional inspection to determine their source.
As rodents travel along walls, baseboards, and pathways, the oils and dirt from their fur leave behind dark, greasy smudge marks. These rub marks are often noticeable in high-traffic areas for rodents, particularly along walls, pipes, and utility lines leading into and out of kitchens or other active areas. These smudges are definitive evidence of a recurring rodent pathway and indicate an established infestation that requires professional removal and exclusion.
If you or your family members are waking up with itchy red welts, particularly in lines or clusters, it could be a sign of bed bugs. Flea bites typically occur around ankles and legs, often identified by small, red, itchy bumps. Spider bites can vary but usually appear as single, inflamed bumps. Unlike mosquito bites, these are often unexplained by activity outdoors. These bites indicate a pest infestation directly impacting your comfort and health, necessitating immediate inspection and treatment to identify and eradicate the biting pests.
Many pests are most active at night. Scratching, scurrying, or gnawing sounds coming from walls, ceilings, attics, or crawl spaces after dark can indicate the presence of rodents (mice, rats, squirrels) or even larger pests like raccoons. A faint rustling or chirping sound from inside walls could be cockroaches. Even a faint, consistent chewing sound, especially after midnight, could be drywood termites. Pay attention to these sounds as they are often the first auditory clues that you are sharing your home with unwanted guests.
The most obvious sign of an infestation is seeing live pests themselves. Whether it’s a single cockroach scurrying across the kitchen floor at night, ants marching in trails across your counter, a mouse darting across the living room, or a wasp nest being built under your eaves. While a single sighting might not always indicate a full-blown infestation, it’s a strong enough reason to investigate further. The more frequent the sightings, especially during daylight hours for nocturnal pests, the more significant the infestation. Don’t ignore these visual cues—they are direct evidence of a problem that needs to be addressed swiftly.
If you’ve noticed any of these signs, don’t delay. Early detection and professional intervention can save you significant time, money, and stress in the long run. Contact Pasadena Termite Control today for a thorough inspection and a customized solution to protect your Pasadena home or business.
At Pasadena Termite Control, while our name highlights our specialization in termite eradication, our expertise extends far beyond these silent destroyers. We offer a holistic approach to pest management, addressing a wide array of common household and commercial pests that trouble properties across Pasadena and surrounding communities. Understanding that each pest poses unique challenges, our team of highly trained professionals is equipped with the knowledge, tools, and experience to effectively identify, treat, and prevent infestations of all kinds. Our commitment is to create a safer, healthier, and more comfortable environment for you, your family, and your business, ensuring that your property remains pest-free. We pride ourselves on delivering not just solutions, but peace of mind, through comprehensive, environmentally responsible, and highly effective pest control strategies.
Ants can be an incessant nuisance, invading kitchens, bathrooms, and other areas in search of food and water. While seemingly harmless, certain species like Argentine ants or odorous house ants can contaminate food sources and create unsightly trails. Carpenter ants, on the other hand, can cause significant structural damage by tunneling through wood to build their nests. Our ant control services begin with a thorough inspection to identify the ant species, locate their colonies, and determine entry points. We then implement targeted treatments, using baits, liquid barriers, and direct nest treatments to eliminate the current infestation and establish long-term prevention. Our approach focuses on disrupting their pheromone trails and eliminating the queen to prevent future swarms. We also advise on exclusion techniques and sanitation practices to make your home less attractive to ants.
Cockroaches are not only unsightly and unsettling but also pose significant health risks, carrying bacteria and allergens that can exacerbate asthma and trigger allergic reactions. Species like German cockroaches, American cockroaches, and Oriental cockroaches are common in Pasadena and are notoriously resilient. Our cockroach management strategy involves a multi-pronged approach: meticulous inspection to locate hidden breeding grounds, application of professional-grade baits and targeted insecticides, and implementation of exclusion methods to seal entry points. We also guide you on sanitation improvements and moisture control, as cockroaches thrive in damp and dirty conditions. Our goal is to break their breeding cycle and ensure lasting eradication, transforming your living or working spaces into healthier environments.
Mice and rats are among the most destructive and disease-carrying pests. They can gnaw through electrical wires, plumbing pipes, and structural wood, leading to fire hazards, water damage, and costly repairs. Beyond the property damage, rodents contaminate food and surfaces with their droppings and urine, spreading diseases like Hantavirus, Salmonellosis, and Leptospirosis. Our rodent control services include comprehensive trapping, baiting, and, crucially, exclusion techniques to seal all potential entry points into your property. We identify and block holes in foundations, seal gaps around pipes, and reinforce vulnerable areas to prevent future incursions. Our team also provides expert advice on sanitation and habitat modification to make your property less inviting to these persistent invaders, ensuring a long-term solution to your rodent problem.
While most spiders are harmless, their presence can be alarming, especially for individuals with arachnophobia. Moreover, dangerous species like black widows and brown recluse spiders (though less common in California, still a concern) pose health risks with their venomous bites. Our spider management service focuses on reducing spider populations and deterring them from infesting your home. We target common spider habitats, both indoors and outdoors, applying residual treatments to cracks, crevices, eaves, and window frames. We also emphasize web removal and reduction of other insect populations (their food source) to make your property less attractive to spiders. For venomous species, our approach is highly aggressive, ensuring their quick and complete removal to safeguard your family and pets.
Fleas and ticks are not just a nuisance for pets but can also bite humans, causing itchy welts and potentially transmitting diseases like Lyme disease (ticks) and Murine typhus
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