Lawton Termite Control

Subterranean Termites

Subterranean termites are by far the most problematic species in Comanche County, as they build extensive underground colonies that can contain hundreds of thousands of individuals working together to consume wooden structures from the inside out. These termites require direct contact with soil moisture to survive and typically access buildings through foundation cracks, utility penetrations, or by building distinctive mud tubes that protect them during above-ground travel. You might notice their presence through discarded wings near windows and doors during spring swarming season, hollow-sounding wood, or the characteristic mud tubes along foundation walls and other surfaces.

Drywood Termites

Drywood termites, while less common in Oklahoma, can still pose significant threats to Lawton properties, particularly in areas where imported lumber or furniture might have introduced these pests. Unlike subterranean species, drywood termites don't require soil contact and can establish colonies entirely within wooden structures, making them harder to detect until damage becomes extensive. Signs of drywood termite activity include small piles of pellet-like droppings called frass, tiny holes in wooden surfaces, and winged reproductive termites typically larger than their subterranean counterparts. These termites often target hardwood flooring, furniture, and structural timbers, creating galleries that can seriously compromise the integrity of affected wood over time.

Advanced Termite Treatments that Don’t Involve Tenting

Traditional fumigation methods can be highly disruptive to your daily life and business operations, requiring you to vacate your property for several days while dealing with the expense and inconvenience of temporary relocation. We can help you avoid tenting by providing effective colony elimination through targeted application methods that allow you to remain in your home or business during treatment.

Our comprehensive no-tent termite treatment options include:

• Liquid termiticide soil treatments. We can apply professional-grade termiticides around your property's foundation and in areas where termites are likely to enter, creating a protective barrier that eliminates existing colonies and prevents new infestations from establishing.
• Termite bait station systems. Strategically placed monitoring and baiting stations can attract termites away from your structure while delivering slow-acting toxins that workers carry back to the colony, eliminating the entire population, including the queen.
• Foam injection treatments. We can inject expanding foam formulations directly into wall voids, galleries, and other areas where termites are active, reaching hidden colonies that traditional spraying methods cannot access effectively.
• Wood treatment applications. Direct wood treatments can protect vulnerable lumber and structural components by making them unpalatable to termites while creating long-lasting residual protection against future attacks.
• Spot treatment protocols. For localized infestations, we can apply targeted treatments directly to affected areas, eliminating active colonies while minimizing chemical exposure and treatment costs.
• Preventive perimeter treatments. We can create protective barriers around your property's perimeter using advanced termiticides that remain effective for years, preventing new colonies from accessing your structures.

Our non-tenting termite control strategies combine cutting-edge treatment products with precision application techniques that specifically target termite colonies where they live and feed. These methods are not only more convenient for property owners but often prove more effective than traditional fumigation because they create long-lasting barriers that continue protecting your property for years after initial treatment.

If you suspect termite activity on your property, call Environmental Pest Control at (877) 414-7478 to request a same-day service appointment!