Hi Tech Termite Control

Hi-Tech and Zach, who did the treatment, were fantastic. I got several quotes when I noticed termites in my house, and Hi-Tech came in with the best price and the best warranty. Zach was very helpful, knowledgeable, and respectful, and he went above and beyond to make sure he found every spot that needed treatment and identified where the termites had entered. I’d highly recommend Hi-Tech Termite! - Hank Willson

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“Ben Oriz was thorough in finding new termites. Ben is careful cleaning after his inspection and explain his treatment specifically. Hi Tech quote is reasonable. Ben inspected both my home and I will use him again.” - Victoria Y.

MYTH: "My house is made of brick, so termites can't damage it."

FACT: Termites aren't interested in bricks, but they're very interested in everything inside them.

Brick homes still contain wooden roof trusses, floor joists, wall studs, window frames, doors, cabinets, and structural supports. Subterranean termites simply travel through tiny gaps in the foundation or around plumbing penetrations until they reach these wooden components.

Many homeowners are surprised to learn that severe termite infestations can occur in brick homes without a single damaged brick.

"Move-In Ready" doesn't always mean "Termite-Free."

Before celebrating your new keys, ask:

✅ Was there previous termite damage?
✅ Has the treatment warranty expired?
✅ Are hidden wall voids or crawl spaces inspected?
✅ Could an active colony still be living beneath the property?

Read the full blog: https://www.hitechtermite.com/articles/move-in-ready-but-is-the-new-property-really-termite-free

Think termites travel only through the ground? They can also use tree roots and landscaping as part of their underground highway.

Research has shown that subterranean termites often build extensive tunnel networks around tree roots because roots help retain moisture and protect them from heat and predators. If mature trees or large shrubs are planted too close to a home, these underground tunnels can extend toward the foundation without any visible signs above ground.

This doesn't mean you should remove healthy trees. It simply means trees near your home should be regularly inspected, especially if they're showing signs of decay or have exposed roots.

The closer termites establish themselves outdoors, the shorter the journey to your home.

“In the winter of 2024, I noticed a swarm of termites coming out of my house. After contacting Hi Tech, they responded quickly and sent out Jaden, who treated my home for subterranean termites. The process went smoothly, and I was satisfied with the service at the time. About 11 months later, I unfortunately noticed another swarm in the same area. I contacted Hi Tech again and, to be honest, I was a little frustrated that the earliest available appointment was over a month away. However, when the day finally came, they sent Zach out to perform the treatment, and he completely changed my outlook on the situation. Zach was outstanding. He took his time, was thorough, professional, and never seemed rushed. He explained what he was doing, answered my questions, and clearly knew his stuff. On top of that, he was just a genuinely chill and pleasant guy to work with. It's rare to find technicians who combine knowledge, professionalism, and customer service as well as he does. In my opinion, Zach deserves a raise or a promotion.” - Steven L.

MYTH: Pressure-Treated Wood Prevents All Termite Damage

FACT: Pressure-treated wood only slows termite feeding in certain areas. It does not make a property termite-proof.

Here’s what homeowners miss. Even when termites avoid treated wood directly, they often travel around it and attack untreated nearby materials, including drywall backing, roof framing, insulation boards, cabinetry, or adjacent wooden structures.

As chemical preservatives weaken over time, older treated wood may lose effectiveness altogether.

Termites don’t stop because one material becomes difficult. They simply find another route.

Large-scale construction disturbs underground soil ecosystems where subterranean termite colonies naturally live. Excavation work, heavy drilling, trenching for utilities, and foundation digging can physically disrupt active colonies, forcing termites to relocate aggressively in search of new food sources.

And guess what sits nearby?

Existing homes.

Freshly disturbed termite colonies often move outward into neighboring wooden structures, fences, crawl spaces, and foundation cracks.

This means homeowners living near active construction zones may suddenly face termite pressure despite never having termite issues before.

Construction does not create termites.

It simply sends displaced colonies in search of new addresses.

Read here: https://www.hitechtermite.com/articles/why-new-construction-zones-often-trigger-nearby-termite-infestations