Coastal Fumigators has been protecting homes in Houston, Austin, and San Antonio for years, and we are now expanding our services to the Beaumont and Tyler areas. Our main focus is to protect properties from drywood termites, powderpost beetles, and other wood-boring insects. This blog discusses the challenges of drywood termites and how Texas weather, especially colder temperatures, affects infestations and fumigation.
Understanding Drywood Termites
Drywood termites are unique because they infest wood directly and don’t need to touch the soil. They thrive in warm, humid climates, making Texas a perfect environment. These termites live entirely within wooden structures, feeding on the wood and hollowing it out from the inside. If left untreated, drywood termites can cause significant damage to homes, furniture, and other wooden items.
The Spread of Drywood Termites
Drywood termites are a persistent threat in neighborhoods, particularly in Texas’s suburban areas, where houses are close together. They can easily spread from home to home via shared structures, fences, or woodpiles. Once an infestation takes root, it can rapidly affect multiple properties.
How Weather Affects Drywood Termites
Texas experiences extreme weather, from intense heat to freezing temperatures. The Gulf Coast and southeastern regions are moving from a wet and warm autumn, which had several hurricanes, into cooler winter months. During this period, homeowners should be especially aware of the risk posed by drywood termites. The combination of extended humid conditions and storm structural damage (creates easy access points) provides the perfect environment for these pests.
1. Winter Survival Tactics
Despite the colder weather, drywood termites remain active. They will burrow deeper into wood for warmth and insulation.
2. Reduced Visibility
In the winter, homeowners may see fewer signs of termite activity, such as discarded wings or frass (termite droppings). As a result, they might overlook infestations until the damage becomes significant.
Fumigation with Vikane: Why Temperature Matters
At Coastal Fumigators, we use Vikane gas to eliminate drywood termite colonies.
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Following the Label
- We strictly follow the Vikane label to ensure treatments are done under optimal conditions
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Cold Weather Considerations
- When temperatures drop too low, the gas may not spread effectively through wood, potentially reducing its impact on termites.
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Temperature Management
- Vikane requires a temperature above 40°F to vaporize and fully penetrate throughout the area properly. If the weather isn’t suitable, we may need to reschedule fumigation to maintain effectiveness.
Coastal Fumigators’ Warranty Program
Coastal Fumigators specializes in eliminating drywood termites in your home or business. Our fumigation services provide a total solution that addresses termites at every life stage. We offer a one-year warranty with every treatment, and homeowners can renew it annually. This warranty is transferable if you decide to sell your home. We also provide free inspections to help you stay ahead of potential infestations.
Why Choose Coastal Fumigators?
When dealing with drywood termites, experience matters. Coastal Fumigators protects your home using effective methods. We manage temperature carefully during fumigation and back our work with an ongoing warranty program, assuring you of reliable results.
Don’t let drywood termites take shelter in your home this winter. Trust the experts at Coastal Fumigators. We have proven solutions adapted to Texas’s unique climate challenges. Contact us today to schedule an inspection or learn more about our renewable warranty program.
