Finding termites in your home is unsettling, and the faster you get a clear picture of what you are dealing with, the better. Campbell Termite Company works with homeowners and property managers across Campbell, California who have spotted something suspicious or already know they have an active infestation. The job starts with a thorough inspection to confirm what type of termites are present, how far they have spread, and what the structure actually needs. From there, we match the treatment to the termite type and the building, then put a plan in place to keep the problem from coming back. Honest inspection. Straight pricing. Work that holds.
When termites are involved, the work follows a clear sequence: inspect the structure, treat what is there, and protect it going forward. That sequence applies whether we are dealing with subterranean termites tunneling up from the soil or drywood termites working through framing and trim above grade.
The core services cover every stage of that process. A termite inspection is always the starting point, because no treatment recommendation is worth much without knowing what type of colony is active and how far it has reached. From there, treatment options include liquid termiticide barrier treatment for subterranean activity, in-ground bait and monitoring systems for colony elimination over time, whole-structure fumigation for widespread drywood infestations, and borate and spot treatments for accessible or contained wood. For homeowners who want to stay ahead of new activity, an annual inspection and monitoring plan keeps the structure re-checked each year so problems are caught early. We'll find the right treatment for your home.
When the inspector arrives, the guesswork ends. A thorough termite inspection covers the visible wood throughout the structure, the crawlspace and subfloor, the foundation perimeter, and any areas where termites are likely to enter or establish. The inspector looks for mud tubes along the foundation walls, frass in or around wood members, swarm evidence such as discarded wings near windows and doorways, and direct wood damage where probing is possible.
Beyond termite activity itself, a careful inspection on every job also flags moisture conditions and other conducive factors that make a structure more vulnerable. Wet or damaged wood, poor drainage near the foundation, and areas of high humidity all get noted alongside any termite findings, because those conditions affect both the treatment plan and the long-term outlook.
A WDO inspection, which stands for wood-destroying organism inspection, covers the same structural examination but is specifically scoped to identify all wood-destroying organisms present. In addition to termites, that includes other wood-destroying insects such as carpenter ants and wood-boring or powderpost beetles. A WDO inspection is commonly requested in connection with a real estate transaction, and we book those the same way we book any other inspection, on your schedule and around your timeline. From the inspection on, it's on us.
No matter how deep the termites have tunneled, the right treatment depends on what type they are and how far the infestation has spread. A subterranean colony working up through the soil calls for a different approach than drywood termites that have established inside the framing. The sections below explain how each treatment works and when it applies.
Subterranean termites travel through the soil and enter a structure from below, which is why the most effective treatment addresses the soil itself. A liquid termiticide barrier treatment involves trenching around the foundation perimeter and treating the soil with a non-repellent termiticide. Because the product is non-repellent, termites moving through treated soil do not detect or avoid it. They pass through the treated zone, pick up the termiticide, and carry it back through the colony. The result is a treated zone around and under the slab that addresses the colony at its source rather than just the wood it has reached.
In-ground bait and monitoring stations are placed at intervals around the property perimeter. Termites foraging through the soil encounter the stations, feed on the bait, and carry it back to the colony, which eliminates the colony over time. The stations also serve an ongoing monitoring function, giving early warning of new termite activity before it reaches the structure. Bait and monitoring systems are often paired with a liquid barrier treatment, particularly where termite pressure is high or the structure has a history of activity.
When a drywood termite infestation has spread through multiple areas of a structure, a localized treatment cannot reach every active gallery. Whole-structure fumigation covers the entire building at once. The structure is sealed under a tent and treated so that every part of the wood frame is reached. Fumigation is not the default for every drywood situation, but where the infestation is widespread, it is the treatment that covers the whole problem rather than part of it.
For accessible wood and smaller, contained infestations, borate wood treatment and localized spot treatments are effective options. Borate products penetrate wood and remain active in the material, which makes them well suited for exposed framing, crawlspace members, and areas where drywood or subterranean activity is confined to a specific section. Spot treatment is also a practical choice when an inspection confirms that the activity has not spread beyond a defined area.
Treating the soil before a concrete slab is poured is the most direct way to protect a new structure from subterranean termite pressure. A pre-construction soil treatment is applied to the ground before the foundation is set, creating a treated zone that is sealed in place as construction proceeds. This approach is relevant for builders working on new residential or commercial construction and for homeowners planning additions or accessory structures. Getting the treatment in at the right stage of construction is straightforward when it is planned from the start.
Selling the house? Need one? A WDO inspection is frequently part of a real estate transaction, requested by a buyer, an agent, or a lender as part of the due diligence process. The inspection examines the structure for evidence of wood-destroying organisms, including termites and other wood-destroying insects, and documents what is found.
We book the WDO inspection. Termite inspections booked around your schedule means a buyer's timeline, a closing date, or a lender's checklist does not have to wait on availability. Whether you are the buyer asking for a termite inspection before closing, the seller preparing the property for sale, or a homeowner refinancing who has been asked to provide one, the process starts with a call. We'll find the right treatment for your home.
Before the colony does another season of damage, an annual inspection and monitoring plan gives you an early-warning system rather than a surprise repair bill. After treatment is complete, the structure does not stay static. Wood ages, soil conditions shift, and new termite pressure can develop from a neighboring property or a change in the yard. A re-inspection each year means new activity is identified before it has time to spread.
The annual inspection covers the same areas as the initial exam: foundation perimeter, crawlspace, subfloor, visible framing, and any previously treated zones. Moisture problems pointed out along with termite findings means the inspection also keeps an eye on the conditions that invite termites in the first place. Mulch and firewood against the house are worth a second look, along with any areas where wood-to-soil contact has developed since the last visit. Ongoing monitoring through in-ground stations, where they are in place, adds a continuous layer of early detection between annual visits. We're ready when the termites aren't welcome anymore.
Termite treatment pricing depends on the termite type, the size and construction of the structure, and which treatment the inspection shows is needed. A small spot treatment on an accessible section of framing is priced differently from a full liquid barrier around a large foundation, and whole-structure fumigation involves a different scope again.
When you call, the price is confirmed before anything is scheduled. The scope of the work is settled on the call, which means you know what the treatment covers and what it costs before a visit is booked. There is no reason to commit to anything before you have that information. A protected foundation. A clear report. A plan you can follow.
Campbell is the base of operations, and the service area extends across Santa Clara County and the surrounding communities. Nearby cities we regularly serve include San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Cupertino, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Los Altos, and Monte Sereno.
Calls are taken every day from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Whether the job is a pre-purchase inspection in Los Gatos, a fumigation in Sunnyvale, or an annual monitoring visit in Saratoga, the process is the same: a call, a scoped inspection, and a treatment plan matched to what the structure actually needs.
If new activity appears after treatment, the right step is to call and describe what you are seeing so we can assess whether it is a new infestation, a continuation of the original colony, or a different entry point. An annual inspection and monitoring plan is specifically designed to catch this kind of development early, before it spreads. We work through what the inspection finds and recommend the appropriate next step based on what is actually there.
The construction types common in Campbell and Santa Clara County, including older wood-frame homes, slab foundations, and crawlspace construction, shape how an inspection is conducted and which treatments apply. A slab-on-grade home requires a different approach to liquid barrier treatment than a raised foundation with a crawlspace, and the inspection accounts for that before any recommendation is made. Knowing the area's housing stock and termite pressure means the inspection starts with the right questions rather than a generic checklist.
Yes. Termite inspections are booked around your schedule, and we work around buyer timelines, listing deadlines, and lender checklists.
Whether you are the buyer, the seller, or an agent coordinating on behalf of a client, the process starts with a call to (669) 359-4289 to confirm availability and get the rate.
We book the inspection and work around the timeline that fits the transaction.
The inspection walks the full foundation perimeter, checks the crawlspace and subfloor where accessible, examines slab edges, inspects visible wood framing, and reaches the attic where entry allows. The inspector looks for active termites, mud tubes, frass, swarm evidence, and direct wood damage, and also notes moisture conditions and other conducive factors that make the structure more vulnerable. Other wood-destroying insects such as carpenter ants and wood-boring beetles are identified as part of the full inspection scope.
When the inspector arrives, the visit begins with a walkthrough of the areas most likely to show activity or conducive conditions: the foundation perimeter, accessible crawlspace, subfloor, visible framing, and the attic where access allows. The inspector notes what is found, including termite evidence, moisture conditions, and any other wood-destroying insects present. At the end of the visit, the findings are explained and a treatment recommendation is made based on what the inspection actually confirmed.
The quote follows directly from what the inspection finds. Treatment type, structure size, and the extent of the infestation all affect the cost, and none of those are known before the inspection is complete. Once the inspection maps what is present, the rate is confirmed before anything is scheduled. You know what the treatment covers and what it costs before a visit is booked.
A termite problem does not get smaller on its own. Booking your inspection takes one phone call.
Call (669) 359-4289 to schedule an inspection, get a treatment recommendation, and put a plan in place to protect the structure going forward.
Campbell Termite Company is ready to help with whatever the inspection turns up, from a contained spot treatment to a full fumigation. Honest inspection. Straight pricing. Work that holds.
Call (669) 359-4289 for a quote.
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