Do not choose a termite treatment before you know which problem you have.

The practical order is simple: inspect first, identify whether the pattern is drywood or ground-connected, then discuss the treatment that fits the findings. The method is downstream from the diagnosis.

Three treatment conversations homeowners actually need

Skip the pesticide catalog. Start with the condition the provider is trying to solve.

Drywood termitesActivity inside wood: the decision is often localized treatment versus a broader whole-structure approach. Subterranean / ground termitesActivity coming from soil: the decision centers on entry routes, soil, moisture, barriers, baiting, and monitoring. Tenting / fumigationA major whole-structure decision most relevant to widespread or inaccessible drywood activity.

Not sure which lane is yours?

That is not a reason to keep researching methods. It is a reason to inspect the property and let the findings choose the lane.

Schedule an Inspection

Why a treatment name alone tells you very little

A spot treatment only makes sense if the activity is truly limited enough for that approach.
Whole-structure fumigation is a different decision from treating termites that are coming from the soil.
Soil treatments and bait systems address a different termite pathway than drywood activity inside structural wood.
The provider should be able to connect the recommendation to what the inspection found.

What you should ask before agreeing

What termite pattern did you find?
Where is the active or suspected area?
Why does this treatment fit that pattern?
What parts of the property are being treated or monitored?
What should I expect after treatment?

Important: This website does not prescribe treatment or apply pesticides. It connects homeowners with independent local providers. Exact treatment, preparation, safety, timing, and follow-up instructions come from the licensed provider responsible for the work.