Termite Control in Houston | Chem-Free Organic Pest Control

Dealing with termites demands a knowledgeable, comprehensive approach designed to minimize damage, drive them out quickly and keep them from becoming a problem again in the future. At Chem-free, we do all this while using termite treatment methods proven to have a low-impact on people, pets and the environment.

Our termite management program includes:

Assessing The Problem

Before we can start dealing with your termite problem, we first need to determine the nature and extent of the damage. Our experienced inspector will examine your house’s exterior, interior and walls for signs of bubbling paint, discarded wings, droppings (frass), hollow wood, mud tubes, sagging floors, swarming termites and wood damage.

Crafting Your Treatment Plan

Determining the source and degree of the issue enables the inspector to craft a treatment plan tailored specifically to your property and needs. We believe in a two-pronged approach designed to both eliminate current termite colonies and deal with potential problem areas that may encourage infestations in the future.

After inspecting your home, the technician will provide a personalized treatment plan for your approval. The inspection and this plan are offered at absolutely no cost to you, and we will only schedule your first service once you have agreed to our recommendations.

How Our Low-Impact Treatment Works

Most termite infestations in Houston are due to subterranean termite colonies. Because of this, we focus our efforts on coming up with treatment options designed to get rid of subterranean termites in and near your home without harming the local ecosystem.

How do we do this? By using Altriset. This low-toxicity termiticide may be used for either spot treatments or in conjunction with a larger-scale management plan.

This solution paralyzes termites’ mouthparts, preventing them from feeding within a few hours and eventually killing off any existing colonies. Moreover, since Altriset will stay in the soil close to where it is applied for at least five years, you won’t have to worry about any new termites for a long time.

To provide you with the best possible barrier against termites, Chem-free technicians typically apply Altriset around your home by digging a trench six inches deep all around the property and adding the compound. For homes with concrete outside, we will drill small holes roughly 18 inches apart and add Altriset to them.

Follow-Up Monitoring

The unfortunate reality is that the vast majority of yards in Texas support termites.

Does this mean that you’re doomed to suffer another infestation in the future? Not necessarily.

Beyond removing current termite infestations and applying Altriset as a deterrent, Chem-free can also install sensors for you. These sensors will tell us when termite colonies start to get close to the perimeter of your home, and enable us to act quickly to avoid problems in the future.

Chem-free proudly serves Houston, as well as Cypress, Katy, Sugarland, Spring, Tomball, The Woodlands and Kingwood.

How fast are you able to send someone out?

If you have termites, they need to be dealt with quickly. We understand just how serious these pests are, so we will schedule a time for one of our inspectors to come to your home as soon as you reach out to us at (281) 640-7600.

Once you approve the inspector’s recommended treatment plan, we can set up a time for your first service immediately.

Are the termite control products you use really safer for the environment?

When you look at liquid termite treatments, every single one of them comes with a warning label–except for the one we use at Chem-free. Still not convinced? Ask the EPA. Altriset isn’t just part of their Reduced-Risk Pesticide program, it was the first termiticide they included. Moreover, Altriset has been tested extensively. No evidence has ever been found that the compound causes any damage to nearby beneficial organisms. Finally, Chem-free technicians are trained to carefully follow manufacturer-recommended protocols, which enables them to use the minimum amount needed to get the best results.

How long does it take termites to cause damage to my property?

Typically, a termite colony can eat an entire foot of a 2x4 in six months. Here’s the thing, though. The damage doesn’t start the moment you discover termites. Often, they prey on homes for years before they’re detected. If you find termites, it is imperative that you bring someone out promptly to conduct an inspection and determine the extent of the damage.

What is termite swarming season, and when does it occur in Texas?

Swarming season is when some members of termite colonies fly away from their colony to find mates and reproduce. In Texas, this occurs in the spring. See swarmers outside? That likely means there’s a nest nearby. Notice them in your house? Active termite workers are probably close. One thing that’s important to know is that swarmers shed their wings and start crawling around after they come inside. Because of this, they are often confused with ants. If you suspect termites, take a look at their “waist” (theirs is not as pronounced as the one on ants) and look for mud tunnels on doorjambs, sheetrock walls or in window frames.

What can I do to keep termites from causing damage to my property?

If you want to keep termites away, make your property less hospitable. That means getting rid of any woodpiles (especially near the foundation of your home), not planting any trees or vegetation too close to the halls of your house and removing excess moisture (which means removing sources of standing water and leaks). In addition, it’s wise to bring in an experienced professional once a year to check for any signs of termites.

How do I prevent termites from coming back after an infestation?

There are a number of preventative measures you can take to prevent a reinfestation:

Empty debris and water from gutters.

Repair any leaks.

Deal with all potential moisture issues due to water accumulation, poor ventilation and so on.

Don’t plant near vents and trim shrubs so they never touch your house.

Make sure no wood ever touches your soil (use masonry blocks or pressure-treated wood instead).

Set up a yearly termite home inspection.

Our Environmental Philosophy

The Chem-free team is proud to make environmental stewardship of the greater Houston area a top priority. Our sustainability-minded team bases treatment plans on the principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), providing both effective and low-impact pest control services for both home and business owners.

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