Properties in Saratoga range from older wood-frame homes with crawlspace foundations to newer construction on slab, and many have outbuildings, fences, and decks that see little attention until something goes wrong. The goal in either situation is the same: confirm what is happening under the surface, treat it correctly, and set up a plan that catches anything new before it spreads. That is the work we do here, and it starts with a thorough inspection before any treatment is recommended or priced.
Some calls come in because a homeowner has spotted something and wants to know what it means. Others come from sellers, buyers, or real estate agents who need a WDO inspection before a closing date. We handle both ends of that range for properties in Saratoga and the surrounding area. The path forward is the same either way: a careful inspection first, a clear report of what it found, and a treatment plan matched to what the structure actually needs.
A termite problem rarely develops in isolation. Wood-to-soil contact, inadequate crawlspace ventilation, and moisture that has no clear path out of a subfloor create the conditions that attract termites and allow a colony to establish. When these are present, correcting them is part of the treatment plan, not an afterthought. Moisture problems are pointed out alongside termite findings so the full picture is in the report.
When subterranean termite activity is confirmed, the standard response is a liquid termiticide barrier. The soil around and under the foundation is trenched and treated with a non-repellent product, creating a treated zone that termites move through without detecting. The product is carried back to the colony over time. Slab edges, the foundation perimeter, and the crawlspace perimeter where applicable are all covered. Products are applied according to the label, and what a household needs to do beforehand is explained before the visit is scheduled.
Drywood termites live inside the wood itself, with no soil contact required. In the California region, they are a consistent concern, and a widespread infestation that has moved through attic framing, wall cavities, and floor systems calls for a treatment that reaches every part of the structure at once. Whole-structure fumigation, commonly called tenting, is that treatment. The structure is sealed and treated so no area is left out. It is not the default for every drywood situation. The inspection determines whether the infestation is contained enough for a spot approach or widespread enough to require fumigation.
A new addition brings new wood into contact with the soil, new crawlspace areas that may not have been inspected, and new entry points that were not part of the original structure. Treatment for an addition is scoped to the new construction and its connection to the existing building, because a colony that has already established in the original structure can move into the new section quickly.
Slab-on-grade construction presents its own inspection and treatment considerations. Termites reach wood above a slab through cracks, expansion joints, and plumbing penetrations. A slab perimeter treatment addresses those entry points directly. The scope of the treatment depends on the size of the foundation, the construction details at the slab edge, and what the inspection confirms about where activity has entered.
Decks, fences, and outbuildings often go uninspected for years. They are frequently built with wood that has direct soil contact, and they can harbor an active drywood or subterranean colony that eventually reaches the main structure. Borate wood treatment and localized spot treatments are the most practical fit for accessible wood in these areas. The inspection covers these structures, not just the main building.
Old termite damage and active infestation look similar on the surface, and telling them apart matters before any treatment decision is made. Wood that was attacked years ago and never repaired can look exactly like a fresh problem to an untrained eye. An inspection maps both: where activity is current, where the damage is historical, and whether a colony is still present or has moved on.
Structural questions that go beyond termite treatment, such as whether framing has been compromised to the point of needing repair or replacement, are outside the scope of what a termite inspection covers. When the inspection finds damage that raises a structural question, that finding is reported clearly. A contractor or structural engineer is the right next step for the repair side. We handle the termite side.
Before the colony does another season of damage, it is worth knowing exactly what you are dealing with. A clear report after the inspection gives you that information.
The inspection covers the full structure, not just the areas where signs are already visible. The foundation perimeter is walked and examined for mud tubes, damaged wood, and soil conditions. The crawlspace and subfloor are checked where access allows. Slab edges and any plumbing penetrations are examined. The attic framing is inspected where entry is possible. Accessible wood throughout the interior is probed and assessed.
The inspection also notes other wood-destroying insects if they are present. Carpenter ants and wood-boring beetles can be found alongside termites, and their presence is included in the report.
What comes out of the inspection is a clear picture of what is active, what is historical, what the termite type is, and how far the infestation has reached. Nothing is quoted until that picture is complete. Careful inspection on every job means the treatment recommendation is based on evidence, not on assumptions made at the door.
Booking your inspection takes one phone call. Inspections are arranged around the property's schedule, whether that means working around a tenant, a business operating on the premises, or a household that needs advance notice before a visit.
For properties under contract, a WDO inspection can be scheduled with a closing date in mind. A WDO inspection, which covers wood-destroying organisms including termites, is what buyers, sellers, and real estate agents in California ask about at the point of sale or refinancing. The rate is confirmed on the call, and the visit is booked once the timing works for the property. Ask about a WDO inspection when you call, and the scheduling is handled from there.
We are available every day from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM. The full breakdown is on our termite services page.
Call (669) 359-4289 to confirm availability and get a quote before anything is scheduled.
The price of a termite treatment in Saratoga depends on several factors: the size of the structure, how it is built, which termite type the inspection confirms, and how far the infestation has spread. A contained spot treatment on accessible framing is priced differently from a liquid barrier around a large foundation, and whole-structure fumigation involves a different scope again.
Wood touching soil around the foundation is worth fixing either way, but the cost of correcting conducive conditions is separate from the treatment cost and is scoped to what the inspection actually finds.
The quote is given on the call, before anything is scheduled. You are told what it covers and what the treatment involves. Ask what it includes and you get a straight answer. There is no pressure to commit before the cost is clear.
A protected foundation. A clear report. A plan you can follow.
We serve Saratoga and the communities nearby throughout Santa Clara County, including Monte Sereno, Cupertino, Campbell, Los Gatos, and Cambrian Park.
If your property is in or around this part of the county, call (669) 359-4289 to confirm coverage at your address and get a quote.
Annual termite inspection and monitoring plans are available for properties throughout the area. An annual visit re-inspects the structure, checks any bait stations in place, and notes new conducive conditions that have developed since the last inspection. It is the way a property stays checked on a regular schedule rather than waiting for visible signs to appear.
We're ready when the termites aren't welcome anymore.
It does, and it is one of the reasons the inspection comes before any treatment recommendation. Drywood and subterranean termites require different approaches. A liquid barrier addresses subterranean pressure from the soil, while drywood activity in the structure may call for fumigation or localized treatment depending on how far it has spread. When both types are confirmed, the treatment plan covers each separately, and the inspection is what gives the technician the information needed to scope that correctly.
Yes. A managing agent can call to schedule an inspection and coordinate the visit on behalf of the property owner. Mention the arrangement when you call so the booking reflects who is authorizing the work.
Yes. Construction type matters. A raised foundation with a crawlspace gives subterranean termites direct access to wood framing close to the soil. A slab property has fewer entry points but is not immune. Older wood-frame construction, wood-to-soil contact, and poor ventilation in enclosed spaces all increase exposure regardless of the foundation type.
Yes, and the construction type matters as much as the square footage. A property with a crawlspace takes longer to inspect than a slab-on-grade home of the same size, because the subfloor and floor framing need to be examined directly. Outbuildings, decks, and fencing that are part of the inspection add time as well. The full scope is discussed on the call before the visit is booked.
A multi-unit building is inspected and treated as a single structure, with the treatment scope matched to the building's layout and the termite type confirmed by the inspection. Pricing reflects the size and complexity of the structure. Call to discuss the specifics of the building.
Odor depends on the treatment type. Whole-structure fumigation dissipates before re-entry is permitted. Liquid barrier treatments are applied to the soil and generally do not leave a noticeable indoor odor. Any questions about a specific product can be answered on the call.
A few questions about the structure, what you have seen, and when you saw it are enough to scope the inspection on the call. From there, the visit is scheduled, the inspection maps what is present, and the treatment plan follows from that. From the inspection on, it's on us.
Call (669) 359-4289 to get a quote and book your inspection in Saratoga.
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