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Termite Services
For more than 33 years, Ledford’s Termite & Pest
Control has been providing expert termite services in
the Charleston and Columbia area in the form of removal,
prevention, and repair (Columbia only). Our termite services
are just one type of the many pest control options we
offer, and we hope that our expertise in these areas
will help to keep your home in the Charleston or Columbia
area safe and secure for years to come!
Unless there are many obvious signs of an active termite
colony, you most likely will not be able to detect a
termite infestation at all; because they feed in areas
that are commonly hidden from view, it makes it very
difficult tell. And consequently, because it is so rare
that there will be a blatant display of termite activity,
it is very important to get in contact with either Ledford’s
Charleston or Columbia offices as soon as you first suspect
anything. We will then be able to dispatch a termite
control expert to review your situation and conduct an
inspection of the premises. Always be on the lookout
for early warning signs such as discarded wings, wood
that emits a hollow sound when tapped, paint that is
mold covered, cracked or bubbling, and dirt sheltered
tubes. On certain surfaces you may also notice small,
pencil-sized tubes made of mud. If you have noticed any
of these things, please call or e-mail us immediately.
Both our Columbia and Charleston termite services and
treatments encompass all types of subterranean termites,
including eastern subterranean termites and
Formosan
subterranean termites.
Although there are numerous differences between the species,
our proven techniques and various termite services are
guaranteed to provide you with a termite-free home in
the Charleston or Columbia area! Read on to learn more
about termites in general, and some basic techniques
that you, the homeowner, can employ to protect your investment
from these destructive creatures.
General Termite Information
 First off, finding evidence of termite activity does
not mean it is too late to save your home – but
it does require quick action. If you notice any of the
indications that were listed above, please contact us
immediately. Because termites are subversive little creatures
that are almost always hidden from view – and because
they work and eat twenty-four hours a day – their
colonies can go undiscovered until serious damage is
done. It is commonly known that termites feed on wood,
but what many people do not realize is that they can
feed on any cellulose-based substances. This includes
such other things as books, boxes, various types of furniture,
and drywall. Termites can also burrow hundreds of feet
through soil to reach their food, so it is important
to take note of your immediate surroundings – not
just your specific property. And because homeowners insurance
does not normally cover termite damage, early termite
detection and repeated treatment are crucial to protecting
your home.
Early Prevention
 The main precaution to take to prevent a termite infestation
is to eliminate all extraneous termite food and moisture
from your home. To eliminate food sources, keep firewood,
lumber, or paper away from your foundation; remove tree
stumps or other debris near your house; place small mesh
screens on all windows and outdoor vents; regularly check
wooden decks and fences for damage; and make sure that
wooden siding on your house does not come into contact
with soil. To eliminate excess moisture, repair leaky plumbing
and air conditioning units; divert all water from gutters
and downspouts away from your house; remove standing water
from your roof; and reduce excess plant cover and wood
mulch from around your house.
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