What Should I Expect During a Termite Treatment?
A Simple Step-by-Step Guide for Arizona Homeowners
You can expect a professional inspection, targeted treatment (trenching, drilling, and applications), and long-term protection usually completed in a few hours.
Most homeowners are surprised how smooth, safe, and straightforward the process is.
Why Knowing What to Expect Matters
In Arizona (Gilbert, Mesa, Chandler, Queen Creek, Tempe, Scottsdale and San Tan Valley), termite treatments are common, but many homeowners delay because they’re unsure what will happen.
The truth:
The process is simple and waiting only makes damage worse.
Step-by-Step: What Happens During Treatment
1. Thorough Termite Inspection
We start with a full inspection of:
- Interior walls, baseboards & garage
- Exterior foundation & stem walls
- Plumbing entry points
- Slab cracks & expansion joints
This tells us exactly where termites are active and how to treat them
2. Preparing the Treatment Area
Before treatment begins:
- We identify where trenching or drilling is needed
- Move light obstacles if necessary
- Walk you through the process
This is why termite treatment is more involved than a basic pest control service.
3. Trenching Around the Home
We dig a small trench around your foundation and apply treatment to the soil.
- Creates a protective barrier
- Stops termites from entering
- Eliminates those already traveling through
4. Drilling & Treating Through Concrete
For areas like:
- Garage floors
- Patios
- Driveways
- Interior expansion joints
We drill small holes and inject treatment beneath the slab.
This reaches termites where they live underground
5. Treating Active Termite Areas
We apply targeted treatments to:
- Wall voids
- Termite tubes
- Entry points
This helps eliminate active infestations quickly
6. Clean-Up & Final Walkthrough
After treatment:
- Holes are sealed
- Soil is replaced
- Area is cleaned
Your home looks clean and protected
How Long Does It Take?
- Most homes: 2–4 hours
- Larger homes: may take longer
You can usually stay home during treatment
How Long Does It Take?
In most cases, NO.
Our treatments are:
- Safe for families
- Safe for pets (with simple precautions)
- Professionally applied
You can usually stay home during treatment
What Happens After Treatment?
- A protective barrier is in place
- Termites are eliminated over time
- Your home is protected moving forward
We may recommend:
- Annual inspections
- Warranty coverage (1–5 years)
What You Should NOT Do
- Don’t break termite tubes before inspection
- Don’t use store-bought sprays
- Don’t wait once you see signs
This can make the problem worse
Why Homeowners Trust Magic Pest Control
- Family-Owned Veteran & Firefighter Business
- 30+ Years Serving Arizona
- 1,200+ Google Reviews (4.9 rating)
- Honest, no-pressure inspections
- Proven termite treatment systems