Post construction termite treatment requires a yearly inspection to verify there is no ongoing activity and to protect your investment.

After treatment, schedule an annual inspection with a licensed pest control professional who is experienced in post construction protocols and local termite species. During the visit, have the inspector check all exposed wood, focusing on areas where wood meets soil, framing in crawlspaces and any accessible subflooring, and along rooflines and eaves where mud tubes or staining can start. Ask the inspector to probe suspect wood with a small screwdriver or awl so they can distinguish between surface damage and active infestation. Make sure crawlspaces are safely accessible and illuminated so inspection covers sill plates, joists and any wooden supports, and open vents briefly to inspect interior wall bases when safe. Request a written inspection report that documents findings, describes evidence if any, and lists recommended follow up steps with timelines and estimated costs so you can track trends year to year. If treatment included a barrier or baiting system, confirm service records and bait station locations and ask the technician how they monitor those systems between inspections.

Three common mistakes are skipping the annual check because the initial treatment seemed successful, failing to inspect crawlspaces and rooflines thoroughly, and not getting anything in writing after the visit. Skipping inspections lets a slow reinfestation grow undetected, so keep the annual appointment on your calendar and treat it like other routine maintenance. Overlooking crawlspaces and rooflines misses typical access points, so insist the inspector examines those areas and opens access panels if needed. Not having a written report leaves you without a baseline, so always request a dated report and keep copies in your home maintenance records.

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