Termites
What Are Termites?
Termites are social insects that feed on cellulose (wood and plant fibers). Often called “silent destroyers,” they live in colonies ranging from a few hundred to millions and tunnel through wood, flooring, and even wallpaper as they forage.
Common Termite Species in Texas
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Subterranean Termites (most prevalent): Build mud tubes from soil to wood; cause the bulk of structural damage.
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Drywood Termites: Live entirely within wood (no soil contact); leave behind hard, pellet-like droppings.
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Formosan Termites: An aggressive subterranean species; can form massive colonies and damage even dense hardwoods.
Termite Life Cycle
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Eggs hatch into nymphs.
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Nymphs molt through several instars, becoming workers, soldiers, or alates (winged reproducers).
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In spring/early summer, alates swarm, shed their wings and pair to start new colonies.
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A mature colony’s queen can live 10+ years, laying thousands of eggs per month.
How Termites Damage Your Home
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Wood Tunneling: Hollow out beams, joists and studs from the inside out.
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Foundation Undermining: Mud tubes and soil-packed galleries can erode around slab edges.
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Cosmetic Signs: Bubbling paint, sagging wood floors and blistered siding.
What you should be looking for?
Warning Signs of Infestation
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Mud Tubes on foundations or in crawlspaces
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Hollow-sounding Wood when tapped
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Discarded Wings near entry points after swarms
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Pin-sized Exit Holes in wood surfaces
Mud Tubes
Hallow Wood
Termite Swarming
Prevention Tips
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Eliminate Wood-to-Soil Contact: Keep mulch and firewood at least 12″ from siding.
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Reduce Moisture: Fix leaky pipes, ensure proper grading and keep gutters clear.
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Seal Cracks & Gaps: Caulk around utility entries, windowsills and foundation joints.
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Regular Inspections: Annual professional checks catch colonies before they spread.
Treatment Options
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Liquid Barrier Treatments: Applied around foundations to block subterranean foragers.
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Baiting Systems: In-ground stations lure workers to a slow-acting toxin that feeds back to the colony.
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Localized Wood Treatments: Inject termiticide into active galleries in sill plates or framing.
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Pre-Construction Barriers: Chemical treatments under slabs and around footings before building.
About Deep Six Pest Control’s Termite Service
At Deep Six Pest Control, we’ve been protecting homes from silent wood-destroyers for over 20 years now. Our locally owned team combines industry-leading treatments with a family-friendly approach, meaning we’ll keep your loved ones and pets safe while we eradicate termites. ​​
How Our Termite Service Works
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Comprehensive Inspection
We start with a detailed, no-obligation survey of your home’s foundation, eaves, crawlspaces and critical wood-to-soil contact points.
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Clear Treatment Proposal
Based on what we find, you receive a plan outlining products, timelines and pricing.
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Precision Treatment
Our licensed technicians drill, inject and/or place bait stations exactly where termites are active. We use family and pet-friendly termiticides.
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Protective Barrier Installation
We install a chemical or bait barrier all around vulnerable zones creating a long-lasting shield against new infestations.
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Follow-Up & Monitoring
Annual check-ups keep your home on our radar. If anything shows up, we react immediately.
Why Choose Deep Six Pest Control?
Locally Owned & Operated
Fast & Friendly Service
Family & Pet Friendly Treatments
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
Our Mission Statement
At Deep Six Pest, we are committed to transforming the pest control industry through unmatched customer service and unwavering honesty. We believe in building trust by delivering transparent, effective solutions tailored to each customer’s needs, ensuring a pest-free environment while exceeding expectations. Our mission is to disrupt the industry by setting a new standard for excellence, integrity, and customer care in every interaction.