Termite Damage Repair in San Diego
One of the reasons so many San Diegans choose Pest Patrol is because we not only provide effective, minimally invasive termite treatment, we also specialize in wood repairs caused by termite damage. Termite wood damage can be cosmetic, structural or sometimes both. Our team of termite repair professionals specialize in wood framing, roof trusses, decks, joists, beams, headers, siding, baseboards… just about anything susceptible to termite damage.
In San Diego County, we also find wood damage caused by dry rot, fungus, carpenter ants, rodents and other pests. Our team will exterminate any existing pests, identify termite damage vs wood rot, perform the wood repairs and treat the entire home for pest prevention. Unlike typical termite damage contractors, our team goes the extra step to prevent future termite damage with pretreatment and can offer ongoing general pest services to keep your home protected.
The best part of working with Pest Patrol is our upfront pricing – no need to worry about last minute charges or additional fees. We provide a 1-year warranty on all wood repairs with a general pest contract.
Call us to get $200 off any termite repair job today, simply mention this article.
How to Identify Termite Damage
What does termite damage look like?
The most common signs of termite damage include moisture and water damage since termites need water to survive. Swollen floors, buckling wood, mold, mildew and wall discoloration are all tell-tale signs of termite damage.
Termites also deposit droppings called “frass” and build “mud tubes” to provide shelter and lock in moisture.
Here are some signs of termite damage:
How to Repair Termite Damage
- Perform a comprehensive termite inspection starting with common problem areas including: Garages and workshops, attics and crawl spaces, exterior foundations, hardwood flooring, decks and porches, high moisture areas around gardens, pools, water drainage from rain.
- Complete either a heat treatment for termites or a whole house fumigation
- Repair damaged wood sections – The approach for repairing termite damage can vary:
- Replacement of structural or cosmetic pieces
- Adding adjacent wood supports
- Fill gaps with wood hardeners or fillers
- Replace wooden joists or supports with steel
San Diego Termite Repair Pros
Our team is happy to give you an estimate for any termite repair job, no matter how large or small! Check out some of our repairs below. If you are buying a home in San Diego, make sure you contact your real estate agent to schedule a termite inspection with Pest Patrol.