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Termite Inspection & Control in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Census estimates put 86% of Rancho Santa Margarita's homes in the 1980s and 1990s. Age alone doesn't rule termites out. Subterranean termites come up from the soil through mud tubes, and drywood termites live inside dry wood with no soil contact at all. 24 licensed companies in our directory list Rancho Santa Margarita as a service area for termite control. One of them has its office in Rancho Santa Margarita. A Structural Pest Control Board search shows whether a report was filed on your address in the past two years.Sources: US Census Bureau, ACS 2020–2024 5-year, B25034 Year Structure Built (data.census.gov; replaces Census Reporter). Per city:, UC IPM, Subterranean and Other Termites, UC IPM, Drywood Termites, SPCB, WDO Inspection Search, SoCal Pest Finder directory data (live; no link)

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Termites in this area

Drywood or subterranean?

Drywood termites live in dry wood above ground, often in attics, eaves and furniture. UC IPM calls their six-sided fecal pellets diagnostic; they are pushed out of kickout holes less than 2 mm wide. Subterranean termites need soil contact. Mud tubes on a foundation or wall are a common sign. Contact a licensed company for an inspection. UC IPM: Drywood Termites; UC IPM: Subterranean and Other Termites.

When they swarm

Drywood swarmers fly during the day in summer and fall. Subterranean termites in the Reticulitermes group swarm in the afternoon in spring or fall, on clear days after soaking rain. UC IPM: Drywood Termites; UC IPM: Subterranean and Other Termites.

What an inspection covers

California's minimum is a visual search of the areas an inspector can reach. Hidden damage can be missed, so ask what was and wasn't inspected. UC IPM: Drywood Termites.

Treatment

UC IPM discusses fumigation, local treatments and heat as options for drywood termites. Ask each licensed company to explain its recommendation and the proposed scope in writing. UC IPM: Drywood Termites.

Termite signs guide · Fumigation and local treatment guide

Reading a termite report on a newer home

A California termite report follows a set format, whatever the age of the house:Sources: SPCB, Structural Pest Control Act (PDF)

Before you hire a termite company in Rancho Santa Margarita

Termite questions in Rancho Santa Margarita

Can a 1990s house have termites?

Yes. Subterranean termites reach wood from the soil through mud tubes, and drywood termites live inside dry wood. Only an inspection can tell.

Related: Termite signs guide · Sources: UC IPM, Subterranean and Other Termites, UC IPM, Drywood Termites

What does "further inspection" mean on my report?

It flags areas the inspector couldn't get to, with a recommendation to open them. If those areas are opened and inspected, the company issues a supplemental report.

Sources: SPCB, Structural Pest Control Act (PDF)

What is the tag I found in my garage or attic?

California requires the company to post an inspection tag at the property after an inspection, and a completion tag after the work.

Sources: SPCB, Structural Pest Control Act (PDF)

How do I know whether my house was inspected before I bought it?

The Structural Pest Control Board's WDO search shows inspection reports filed for an address in the last two years.

Sources: SPCB, WDO Inspection Search

What's in Section II of a termite report?

Conditions that could lead to infestation but haven't caused damage, such as faulty grade levels, earth-to-wood contact or excessive cellulose debris.

Sources: SPCB, Structural Pest Control Act (PDF)

Does my roof get inspected?

The report must include a statement about whether the roof was inspected. Ask the company what it covers before the visit.

Sources: SPCB, Structural Pest Control Act (PDF)

When do termites swarm here?

UC IPM lists subterranean swarms in spring, summer or fall among the signs of infestation, and says drywood termites swarm during the day in summer or fall.

Sources: UC IPM, Subterranean and Other Termites, UC IPM, Drywood Termites

Must the company tell me what pesticide it uses?

Yes. California requires a written pesticide notice before treatment, and fumigations need notice at least 48 hours ahead. Sources: spcb_act ---

Sources for Rancho Santa Margarita termite information

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