Drywood Termite Specialists for Coral Gables
Protecting the City Beautiful's Architectural Heritage
Coral Gables' Mediterranean Revival architecture creates ideal conditions for drywood termite infestations. Original 1920s wood windows, decorative millwork, exposed beam ceilings, barrel tile roof structures, and elaborate door casings provide exactly what drywood termites seek: solid wood to colonize without any need for soil contact. Unlike subterranean species, drywood termites live entirely within the wood they consume.
The historic homes that give Coral Gables its distinctive character face constant drywood termite pressure. A colony can establish in a window frame and slowly expand over years before homeowners notice visible signs. The decorative woodwork that defines period architecture becomes targets. Even homes under regular maintenance develop drywood termite problems when swarmers find entry points during seasonal flights.
Florida Termite Guys brings specialized drywood termite expertise to Coral Gables properties. We offer both tentless treatment for localized infestations and fumigation for widespread problems. Our technicians understand how to eliminate termite colonies while respecting the architectural features that make your home valuable. Every treatment includes our 1-year warranty protection.
Historic
Home Expertise
Multiple
Treatment Options
1 Year
Warranty
Why Coral Gables Faces Drywood Termite Pressure
Local factors that contribute to infestation risk
Historic Construction
1920s and 1930s Mediterranean homes feature extensive wood framing, original windows, and decorative woodwork that drywood termites target.
Year-Round Conditions
South Florida's tropical climate supports drywood termite activity every month. No seasonal die-off provides relief.
Wood-Rich Architecture
Barrel tile roofs with wood underlayment, exposed beams, and decorative millwork provide abundant food sources for colonies.
Swarmer Entry
Annual swarming seasons allow new colonies to establish. Even well-maintained homes develop infestations when swarmers find entry points.
Understanding Drywood Termites
How they differ from subterranean species
Drywood termites behave fundamentally differently from subterranean species, requiring distinct treatment approaches.
Life Within Wood
Drywood termites establish colonies entirely within the wood they consume. They do not require soil contact or external moisture sources. A colony can exist within a single piece of furniture, a window frame, or section of roof framing without any connection to the ground. This self-contained existence makes them harder to detect and requires treatment that reaches them inside wood.
Colony Size and Damage Rate
Drywood termite colonies remain smaller than subterranean colonies, typically containing a few thousand individuals rather than hundreds of thousands. This means they cause damage more slowly, often taking years before destruction becomes obvious. However, multiple colonies can exist simultaneously in different areas of a structure, and the cumulative damage adds up.
Signs of Infestation
Drywood termites leave distinctive signs. Small piles of fecal pellets that look like coffee grounds appear below infested wood as termites push waste out of their galleries. Discarded wings near windows and lights indicate swarmers have entered. Wood that sounds hollow when tapped, or that crumbles when probed, reveals damage inside. Paint bubbles may form over damaged wood beneath.
Treatment Requirements
Because drywood termites live inside wood, treatment must reach them there. Surface treatments that work on subterranean termites prove ineffective. Tentless treatment injects products directly into infested wood. Fumigation penetrates all wood throughout a structure with gas. Treatment choice depends on how many areas are affected and whether all infestations can be directly accessed.
Drywood Treatment Options
The right approach for your situation
Tentless Treatment
Direct treatment into infested wood eliminates localized colonies. Stay home during treatment. No visible tenting. Ideal for contained infestations.
Spot Treatment
Targeted application to specific infestation areas when colonies are limited to identifiable locations. Minimally invasive approach.
Structural Fumigation
Whole-house treatment for widespread infestations affecting multiple areas. Complete elimination regardless of colony location.
Heat Treatment
Raising wood temperature to lethal levels eliminates drywood termites. Chemical-free option for certain situations.
Our Drywood Treatment Process
From detection to elimination
Thorough Inspection
We examine all wood throughout your property, looking for pellets, damage, and active galleries. Map infestation extent and locations.
Treatment Selection
Based on findings, we recommend tentless treatment, fumigation, or other approaches appropriate to your situation and property.
Professional Treatment
Technicians apply selected treatment with care for your property's character. Most treatments complete in one day except fumigation.
Warranty Protection
Treatment completion activates your 1-year warranty. Documentation provided. We remain available for follow-up questions.
Our technicians deliver precise drywood termite treatment while preserving the architectural features that make Coral Gables homes distinctive.
Coral Gables Drywood Treatment Reviews
Results from local homeowners
Drywood termites in our 1929 home's original crown moldings. Florida Termite Guys treated with tentless approach and saved the woodwork. Would have hated to lose those irreplaceable details. Excellent work.
Barbara J.
Verified Customer
Multiple areas of drywood activity throughout our roof framing required fumigation. They handled everything professionally, coordinated around our schedule, and eliminated the problem completely. Worth the temporary inconvenience.
Kenneth W.
Verified Customer
Annual inspection caught early drywood activity in window frames. Spot treatment eliminated the small colonies before they spread. Smart to catch these problems early. Very satisfied with the preventive approach.
Nancy T.
Verified Customer
Drywood Termite Treatment FAQ
Common questions about drywood control
Protect Your Coral Gables Home from Drywood Termites
Expert treatment that eliminates termites while preserving architectural character. Tentless options available. Free inspection and quote.
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Specialized treatment for Coral Gables' distinctive properties. Historic home expertise. Multiple treatment options. 1-year warranty included. Call for your free assessment.