Mud tubes near the foundation
Subterranean termites build narrow soil-colored tubes to travel between the ground and the wood they feed on. Check slab edges, piers, crawl spaces, garages, and plumbing penetrations.
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Termite Control and Treatment in Austin Starts With a Free Inspection
Austin Pest Control provides termite inspections, control, and treatment recommendations for Austin-area homes. If you found mud tubes, discarded wings, soft wood, or unexplained damage, we inspect the visible evidence and property conditions first, then explain a practical protection plan.
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Termite activity can stay hidden until damage becomes visible
Texas A&M AgriLife identifies Texas as one of the states most at risk for termite infestation. Subterranean termites live in colonies in the soil and can enter a building through small gaps around slabs, utility lines, expansion joints, and foundation elements. Because they often feed behind walls, beneath flooring, or inside structural wood, an active problem may not be obvious from the living space.
Conditions vary from property to property. Irrigation near the foundation, drainage problems, leaking plumbing, wood touching the soil, stored lumber, and dense landscaping can all create favorable access or moisture. That is why a useful termite plan begins with the building itself—not a one-size-fits-all recommendation.
What To Look For
Common signs that deserve a closer inspection
Discarded wings or swarmers
Small piles of matching wings near windows, doors, or light fixtures can indicate that reproductive termites have emerged nearby. A swarm does not always show where the colony is located, so an inspection matters.
Wood that sounds hollow
Termites can consume wood from the inside while leaving the surface intact. Trim, door frames, flooring, and structural wood that sounds hollow or feels soft should be evaluated.
Bubbling paint or unexplained damage
Paint that blisters, drywall that changes texture, or wood that appears layered may be caused by moisture, termites, or both. A professional can help identify the source before repairs begin.
Inspection First
Termite treatment in Austin should fit the property and the evidence
During the free inspection, the team looks for visible termite evidence, likely access points, moisture conditions, wood-to-soil contact, and accessible areas where subterranean termites commonly travel. Slab edges, expansion joints, plumbing and utility penetrations, attached garages, crawl spaces, decks, fence connections, irrigation, drainage, and dense landscaping can all change where evidence appears around a Central Texas home. Those findings help separate a possible termite issue from moisture damage or another wood problem.
After the inspection, you receive a clear next-step recommendation based on the property. If treatment is appropriate, the team can explain the target areas, what the plan includes, how monitoring works, and what to expect from follow-up service. If the visible evidence does not support a treatment recommendation, you still have better information for deciding what to do next.
How termite treatment and prevention options differ
Targeted treatment addresses the evidence and affected areas identified during inspection. Ongoing prevention adds continued observation and follow-up based on the service plan and changing property conditions. The recommendation should match the home and the findings rather than assume every Austin termite concern needs the same response.
What happens after treatment or monitoring begins
Follow-up centers on the plan selected for the property: reviewing monitored areas, watching for new mud tubes, swarmers, or damage, and correcting moisture or wood-to-soil conditions that can keep pressure around the structure. Homeowners should leave new evidence in place when possible, photograph what they find, and report where it appeared so the next inspection has a clearer starting point.
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Service Plan
Termite Protection Plan
$35/month
Built for ongoing prevention and control rather than a one-size-fits-all reaction, the approved plan begins with a free inspection and follows with a tailored recommendation for the property.
- Free property inspection
- Tailored termite-control recommendation
- Prevention priorities based on property conditions
- Targeted treatment rather than indiscriminate application
- Follow-up based on the service plan and observed conditions
- 100% satisfaction guarantee
Service Area
Termite help across Travis, Hays, and Bastrop counties
Austin Pest Control serves homeowners throughout Travis, Hays, and Bastrop counties. Whether the property is an established Austin home, newer construction in a growing community, or a rural residence, the inspection follows the same priorities: document visible evidence, evaluate moisture and access conditions, explain the findings in plain language, and recommend a practical next step.
Expert-Sourced Answers
Termite control questions
What are common signs of termites in a Central Texas home?
Mud tubes near the foundation, discarded wings or swarmers, hollow or softened wood, and unexplained blistering or damage can justify a closer inspection. These signs do not reveal the full extent or location of a colony on their own.
Should I disturb a termite mud tube or damaged wood?
Leave visible evidence in place when possible and photograph what you found. Disturbing the area can make activity harder to evaluate and does not eliminate the colony.
Can moisture and wood-to-soil contact increase termite risk?
Yes. Correcting leaks, reducing excess moisture, moving stored wood away from the structure, and avoiding direct wood-to-soil contact can reduce favorable conditions, but these steps cannot confirm that a property is termite-free.
Does Austin Pest Control offer termite inspections and ongoing prevention?
Yes. Austin Pest Control starts with a free property inspection and offers a $35/month plan built for ongoing prevention and control. The inspection findings guide the tailored treatment, prevention, and follow-up recommendation. Service is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee, subject to the applicable service terms.
What happens during Austin Pest Control's termite inspection?
The team documents visible termite evidence, likely access points, moisture conditions, wood-to-soil contact, and accessible areas where subterranean termites commonly travel. The findings help distinguish a possible termite issue from moisture damage or another wood problem before a treatment or monitoring plan is recommended.
Do termite swarmers prove the colony is inside my home?
Not necessarily. Swarmers or discarded wings show that termites emerged nearby, but an inspection is needed to evaluate visible evidence, moisture conditions, and likely access around the property.
Why should termite treatment be handled by a trained professional?
Termite treatments must protect the structure and be applied according to product labels and site conditions. The EPA advises hiring a licensed, trained pest-management professional because improper treatment can fail to protect the home and can create contamination risks.
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Austin Pest Control provides termite inspections and property-specific prevention and control recommendations for homes across Travis, Hays, and Bastrop counties. Tell us what you found and where you found it, or call or text (512) 917-1364 to request a free inspection.
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