Burbank is a city with a substantial mix of older single-family homes, multi-unit residential buildings, and commercial properties, and termite calls from here reflect that variety. The most common reason someone reaches out is a sighting that stopped them cold: swarmers near a window, mud tubes climbing the foundation wall, or wood that gave way underfoot. We handle all of it, from the first inspection that confirms what species is active and how far it has spread, to the treatment that fits the structure and the situation, to the annual monitoring that keeps things from starting over.
The work in a city this size also includes landlords with active infestations in rental units, property managers dealing with activity across shared walls, and buyers or sellers who need a WDO inspection before a closing date moves. Whatever brought you here, the process starts the same way: a thorough inspection before any treatment is quoted, and straight answers about what the findings mean.
When you call, we will ask a few things before anything is scheduled. The property address, the type of structure, and a description of what you noticed are the most useful starting points. If you spotted something specific, knowing where in the house it appeared and roughly when you first saw it helps us scope the inspection correctly on the call.
You do not need to have answers to every question. We work through the details with you, confirm what the inspection covers and what it costs, and get something on the calendar from there. The price is settled before we schedule anything, and you know what it includes before the visit happens. We're ready when you are.
The species you actually have decides which treatment is worth paying for, and that is the whole point of starting with an inspection. In the Southern California region, drywood termites and desert subterranean termites are the two types that show up in structures regularly. They behave differently, they damage different parts of a building, and they call for different approaches. Below is a breakdown of the specific job types we handle.
When visible damage is already present, the first job is understanding its extent before anything else is decided. We probe accessible framing, check subfloor joists and wall framing for hollowed or compromised wood, and map the activity we find. This gives a clear picture of what the infestation has reached and what the treatment needs to cover. It also tells you whether repair work is something to address alongside the treatment or after it.
When subterranean termites are confirmed, the treatment targets the soil. The foundation perimeter and slab edges are trenched and treated with a non-repellent termiticide so that termites moving through the soil encounter the product without detecting it and carry it back through the colony. In-ground bait and monitoring stations can be added to the perimeter for ongoing early-warning coverage between annual visits. Both approaches are applied according to label directions, and we walk through any preparation steps before the visit so nothing is left to figure out on the day.
A home sale is a good reason to get the termite inspection booked early. When a property in Burbank changes hands, a buyer, agent, or lender may ask for a WDO inspection, which stands for wood-destroying organism inspection. It covers termites and other wood-destroying organisms and is the standard term used in California for this type of pre-sale inspection. Timing matters when there is a closing date involved. Call early and ask what the schedule allows.
Conditions that keep wood damp or that allow direct contact between structural timber and soil are among the things an inspection notes alongside any active findings. Subterranean termites are drawn to moisture, and wood-to-soil contact removes one of the main early-warning signs by giving them a concealed path into the structure. When these conditions are present, addressing them is part of reducing what makes the property attractive to termites in the first place.
When a property has had an addition built onto the original structure, the junction between old and new construction can be a point where termite activity begins or spreads undetected. The inspection covers the full structure, including additions, and the treatment plan accounts for the full foundation perimeter. Pre-construction soil treatment is also available for new additions before a slab is poured, establishing a treated zone before framing goes up.
Getting an inspection on the calendar is easier than you think. When you call, we confirm what is available and work around the household, the tenants, or the business schedule as much as the situation allows. If there is a closing date involved, let us know on the call and we will tell you what the schedule can accommodate.
For a rental property or a multi-unit building, we coordinate the visit around occupancy so the inspection can be completed without unnecessary disruption. Commercial properties follow the same process: we scope the job on the call and confirm the details before anything is scheduled. We are available every day from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM, and short-notice calls are answered.
The inspection looks at every part of the structure that termites are likely to reach. That includes the foundation perimeter and slab edges, the crawlspace and subfloor framing, accessible wall voids, attic framing, and window and door frames where drywood termites commonly enter. We check for mud tubes, frass, swarmer evidence, hollowed or damaged wood, and conditions that increase risk.
The inspection may also note other wood-destroying insects, such as carpenter ants or wood-boring beetles, when evidence is present. Those findings are part of the complete picture of what is happening to the wood in the structure, and they are reported alongside any termite findings. After the inspection, you get a clear account of what was found, where it was, and what it means for the treatment decision. Treatment decisions get made on-site, by whoever sees the damage firsthand. Take a look at the page that lists our termite services to see what else is covered.
Pricing and What Moves It
The cost of a termite treatment depends on the size of the structure, how it is built, which species is confirmed, and how far the infestation has spread. A contained drywood infestation in accessible wood is priced differently from a widespread infestation that warrants whole-structure fumigation. A subterranean termite treatment along a long foundation perimeter involves more material and more labor than a smaller slab. The treatment type, the extent of the activity, and the accessibility of the affected timber are the things that move the number.
You get the rate on the call, after the inspection scopes the job and before anything is scheduled. If something discovered during the inspection changes what the treatment needs to cover, we explain it before any work begins. Ask what it covers and you get a straight answer.
We serve Burbank and the communities nearby throughout Los Angeles County, including Sun Valley, Glendale, La Crescenta-Montrose, La Canada Flintridge, and West Hollywood. If you are in the area and have questions about termite activity at your property, call and we will confirm coverage when you reach us.
Residential homes, commercial buildings, rental properties, and multi-unit structures across the area are all within our service range. Residential homes. Commercial structures. One local number for both.
Older construction often means more wood-to-soil contact, original framing that has never been inspected, and additions built at different times with different materials. The inspection covers all of it, including the original structure and any additions, and notes conditions that increase risk alongside any active termite findings. The age of the building does not limit what we look at. It often means there is more to look at.
A prior inspection report tells you what was found at the time it was done, but it does not reflect current conditions. Termite activity can develop or spread in the months after an inspection, and a report that is a year or more old should not be used as a current assessment. If you are making a decision about a property based on termite risk, a fresh inspection is the right call.
Yes. When a closing date is involved, let us know when you call and we will tell you what the schedule can accommodate. Real estate timelines move quickly, and a missed inspection appointment can delay a closing. Calling early gives the most flexibility. We are respectful of your time, your home, and your closing date.
The inspection process is the same regardless of property type, but we coordinate the scheduling to account for tenant occupancy and the layout of the building. Multi-unit properties are scoped on the call so we know what the visit needs to cover before anything is confirmed. Call and we will go through the details of the property and work out a schedule that fits.
We are available every day from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM to take calls from Burbank and the surrounding area. A property that gets checked on a regular schedule is a property where new activity is found early, when the treatment options are broader and the repair scope is smaller. An inspection turns a worry into a plan, and an annual inspection and monitoring plan keeps that plan working year after year.
Call (626) 226-4993 for a quote. We handle the treatment from there.
See the whole of our full list of areas. Termite treatment covers these nearby towns as well: Sun Valley, Glendale, La Crescenta-Montrose, La Cañada Flintridge, West Hollywood.
Not every termite problem calls for the same fix, and applying the wrong treatment wastes time and money. We start with an inspection that identifies the species and maps how far the activity has spread, then match the treatment to what we actually find. The table below lays out each method we use, what it is built for, and what to expect when the work gets underway.
| Treatment Approach | How We Do It | Recommended For | Timeline and Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood and Spot Treatment | Borate product applied directly to accessible wood, Localized treatment targets a contained infestation, No soil work required for this method | Contained drywood termite infestations in accessible wood where fumigation is not warranted | Typically completed in a single visit when the affected area is accessible. Best suited to situations where the inspection confirms the infestation is limited in scope. |
| Liquid Termiticide Barrier | Soil trenched around the foundation, Non-repellent termiticide applied to treated zone, Subterranean termites carry product back to colony | Subterranean termites entering from the soil through the foundation perimeter or crawlspace | Completed in a single visit for most structures. The treated zone remains in the soil around the foundation. Annual inspection recommended to confirm the zone is holding and no new activity has appeared. |
| Annual Inspection and Monitoring | Full structure re-inspected each year, Bait stations checked and refreshed where in place, New activity identified before it spreads | Any property that has been treated and any homeowner who wants ongoing early detection rather than waiting for visible damage | Recurring annual visit. Not a warranty or a bond. A straightforward plan for keeping the structure checked year after year so new activity is caught early. |
Call (626) 226-4993 to schedule a termite inspection and get a treatment quote, we are available every day from 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
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