Drywood Termite Control & Wood Repair Service

Drywood termites feed on dry wood. A drywood colony attacks structural timbers and woodwork of buildings often found in attic framing, wood beams, rafters, siding, fascia, eaves, trims and any other dry wood material in a home.  

This termite inspection revealed drywood termites infesting the wood trim of a manufactured home and the siding of the detached shed. 

Termite pellets behind the trim wood piece that is attached to the wood siding.

Close-up of drywood termite droppings visualized
within the wood trim piece

The termite control work was scheduled and performed in a timely fashion. 

First, the damaged trim was removed from the infested structure during this termite treatment. Second, the wall void was treated with a termiticide by drilling through the exterior siding. 

Close-up of the removed wood trim during the
termite treatment service.

Live drywood termite workers were found during the termite treatment.

Drywood termite workers.

Lastly, the trim was replaced with new wood and painted to match.  

Termite wood repair job completed.

A thorough termite inspection is extremely important when inspecting for termite damage.  An experienced termite inspector will pay close attention to all of the structural wood and woodwork both on the exterior and the interior of a structure.

A termite control service will treat all of the active infestations found at the time of the termite inspection. AmeriGuard Pest Defense provides guarantees for all termite control work. If you are a homeowner or business and have found damaged wood, drywood termite pellets or droppings or kickout holes, you should contact your termite control professionals at AmeriGuard Pest Defense for a termite inspection by calling (951) 652-0505.

Fungus Damage - Wood Destroying Organism

You might not think that fungus would be important to a Wood Destroying Organism (WDO) Report. However, a WDO report isn't just for findings such as drywood or subterranean termites. A WDO Report includes all Section I items that are wood destroying organisms, which includes fungus, water damage and dry-rot.

What is Fungus?

Fungus or dry rot are organisms that attack wood and other organic matter. Moist areas support growth of fungus and dry rot. 

Fungus damage on the underside of a patio roof

What Causes Fungus or Dry Rot?

Rain, sprinkle systems and other moisture contributors can cause fungus or dry rot.

Water damage has contributed to fungus
and weathered wood members

How to Prevent Fungus and Dry Rot?

Make sure your roof is kept in good condition. It is important to keep all exterior wood primed, painted and properly sealed and caulked. 

Fungus damage is a Section 1 item

If you are a homeowner and suspect fungus or dry rot, contact your fungus specialists at AmeriGuard Pest Defense to set up an inspection by calling (951) 652-0505. AmeriGuard will then recommend all the fungus treatment options available for your situation. If you are a Real Estate agent, all Section I items will be covered on the Wood Destroying Organism (WDO) Report when you order a termite inspection.