Termite inspection
Termite Inspection in Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky
Termites work behind walls, under floors and inside framing, and by the time the damage is easy to see it has usually been going on a while. An annual inspection is ordinary home maintenance, like checking the roof.
Free, no-obligation estimates · Homes and small businesses
Why it matters here
The Damage Is Quiet, and Then It's Expensive
Termites don't announce themselves. They move through soil, enter through openings smaller than most people would think to check, and work in the parts of a house nobody looks at between one move and the next. That is the whole problem: the outside can look completely normal while the inside has been getting weaker for a couple of seasons.
It doesn't mean every house has them. It means an inspection is how you find out, and the cost of looking is nothing next to the cost of a structural repair. Older housing stock gives them more to work with — more settled grading, more wood close to soil, more original framing — and a lot of the houses we inspect around Cincinnati were built well before 1950.
The other common moment for this call is a sale. Whether you're buying or selling, an inspection turns a potential last-minute problem into something known and priced.
What to look for
Signs of Termite Activity
Swarmers are the one most people see, and they're easy to mistake for flying ants. If you find any of these, stop guessing and have someone look.
- Discarded wings near windowsills or doors
- Mud tubes on exterior walls, in basements or in crawl spaces
- Damaged wood that sounds hollow when tapped
- Frass — termite droppings that look like sawdust — near active areas
- Swarming termites in warmer months, often mistaken for flying ants
Our process
How a Termite Inspection Works
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Detailed inspection
We go through the places termites actually work: the foundation, crawl space, basement, sill plate, and anywhere wood meets soil or stays damp. Active colonies, entry points and the vulnerable spots all get noted.
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Custom treatment plan
If there's activity, you get a plan for it: what we'd use, where, and what it's meant to achieve — eliminating the colony that's there and putting a barrier between it and the structure.
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Preventative measures
Most termite risk is a moisture story. We advise on drainage, wood-to-soil contact, and the conditions around the foundation that make a house worth attacking in the first place.
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Ongoing monitoring
Where it makes sense, monitoring keeps an eye on the property between inspections, so a new colony is a note in a report rather than a surprise in a floor joist.
What to expect
Methods, Cost & What Happens Next
We use liquid treatments, baiting systems and direct wood treatments, and which one fits depends on the property and what the inspection turns up. You get told which, and why, before anything happens.
Cost follows the same logic: property size, how far the activity has spread, and the method it calls for. We don't quote termite work over the phone. The estimate is free and carries no obligation, and it comes after someone has gone through the property.
If we find nothing, that's a perfectly good outcome and we'll tell you what to keep an eye on. An inspection that ends in "you're fine, fix the downspout" is a successful one.
Free estimate
Book This Year's Inspection
Four details and we'll call you back to arrange it. If we find nothing, that's a good outcome and we'll tell you what to keep an eye on.
Or call 513-987-9329
Inquire about same-day availability. Free, no-obligation estimates.
Got it — we have your details.
We'll get back to you to talk through what you're seeing and arrange a look at the property. Inquire about same-day availability by phone if you'd rather not wait.
Need someone sooner? Call 513-987-9329.
Questions
Termite Questions We Get Asked
How often should I get a termite inspection?
At least once a year, especially in areas prone to termite activity like Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. If you've had an infestation before, more frequent checks are worth it.
What types of termite treatment do you use?
Liquid treatments, baiting systems and direct wood treatments, chosen based on your specific infestation and property. The goal is always the most effective and least intrusive option for the situation.
What does termite control cost in Cincinnati?
It depends on the size of your property, how far the activity has spread, and the treatment method. We give free, no-obligation estimates after a thorough inspection rather than quoting a number over the phone.
Can I prevent termites myself?
You can reduce the risk: cut down moisture, fix leaks, keep wood and mulch away from direct soil contact against the house, and keep crawl spaces ventilated. Detecting and eliminating an active colony is a different job and needs proper equipment.
Is termite treatment safe for my family and pets?
Safety is a priority. We'll explain what we're using, where it's applied, and any simple precautions to follow.
I am buying a house. Is an inspection worth it?
Yes, and it's better done early. Termite damage is often hidden behind finished surfaces, so finding it before closing turns a structural surprise into a negotiating point.
Nearby
Where We Inspect for Termites
We cover Hamilton and Clermont counties in Ohio, and Boone, Kenton and Campbell counties in Northern Kentucky.
Free estimate
Book the Inspection Before the Damage Is Visible
Send us your details and we'll go through the foundation, the crawl space and the places termites actually work — then tell you exactly what we found.
Or call 513-987-9329
Inquire about same-day availability. Free, no-obligation estimates.
Got it — we have your details.
We'll get back to you to talk through what you're seeing and arrange a look at the property. Inquire about same-day availability by phone if you'd rather not wait.
Need someone sooner? Call 513-987-9329.