King County homeowners are discovering termite damage during renovations at an alarming rate. The wet springs and moderate winters from Seattle to Sammamish create the perfect environment for subterranean termites to thrive undetected for years.
Most termite damage goes unnoticed during standard home inspections. It’s only when homeowners start remodeling or find sagging floors that they discover the extensive and expensive damage that’s been growing silently behind their walls.
Moisture Rich Soil: Our 38+ inches of annual rainfall keeps soil damp year-round
Aging Housing Stock: 45% of Seattle homes were built before 1970
Green Space Proximity: Termites migrate from wooded areas in neighborhoods like:
Bellevue’s Bridle Trails and Lakemont areas
Issaquah’s forested foothills
Sammamish’s heavily treed properties
Kirkland’s Juanita and Houghton neighborhoods
Crawl Spaces: The #1 location for termite activity in PNW homes
Window Frames: Especially in older Capitol Hill and Queen Anne homes
Deck Posts & Wooden Fences: Where wood meets soil in Eastside properties
Bathroom Floors: From slow leaks that go unnoticed for months
Flying Ants in Spring: Termite swarmers emerging after rain showers
Mud Tubes on Foundations: Found in 80% of active infestations we treat
Hollow Sounding Wood: Especially in baseboards and windowsills
Stuck Doors & Windows: Caused by moisture from termite activity warping frames
Bubbling Paint: Often mistaken for water damage
Maze like Patterns in Wood: Visible when damage is advanced
Frass (Termite Droppings): Looks like tiny wood colored pellets
Ampm Exterminators offers expert pest identification and control services, backed by extensive experience in safe, eco friendly integrated pest management practices that are ideal for the Seattle area.
“We were opening up a wall in our 1980s Bridle Trails home for a kitchen renovation when we discovered the entire load bearing wall was compromised. The termite damage was extensive but completely hidden behind drywall. AMPM’s team not only eliminated the infestation but helped coordinate with our contractor to ensure the structural repairs were done correctly. The total cost was $22,000 none of it covered by insurance.”
Mark & Sarah, Bellevue Homeowners
Moisture Mapping: Using advanced meters to find damp wood
Thermal Imaging: Detecting hidden colonies behind walls
Borescope Examination: Seeing inside wall voids without damage
Soil Assessment: Checking foundation perimeter for activity
Trelona ATBS Advance Baits: The most effective bait system available
Non Repellent Soil Treatments: Creating undetectable barriers
Direct Wood Treatment: For active colonies in structural wood
Monitoring Stations: Early detection around property perimeter
Structural Engineer Consultation: When load-bearing elements are affected
Contractor Referrals: Trusted partners for repair work
Damage Documentation: For disclosure and insurance claims
Annual Monitoring: Checking bait stations and moisture levels
Prevention Plans: Customized for your specific property
Transferable Warranty: Adding value to your home
We Don’t Just Spray We Solve:
5 Year Damage Repair Warranty: We stand behind our work
Advanced Detection Technology: Finding problems others miss
Local Expertise: Specific knowledge of PNW termite behavior
Full Service Solution: From detection to repair coordination
| Scenario | Typical Cost | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Detection & Treatment | $1,500 – $3,500 | 1-2 Days |
| Moderate Structural Damage | $8,000 – $15,000 | 2-4 Weeks |
| Major Structural Compromise | $20,000 – $50,000+ | 1-3 Months |
Every day you wait allows the colony to grow and cause more damage. A single termite queen can lay 30,000 eggs per day, and damage can spread through an entire neighborhood.
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