Foothill Homes Face Their Own Termite Pressures
Placerville and El Dorado County homes deal with termite conditions you do not see in the valley: wooded lots where tree stumps and buried wood debris feed subterranean colonies, elevated decks and outbuildings with constant ground contact, barns and sheds built decades ago, and seasonal moisture swings that stress wood and siding.
Add in dry rot from winter rains and poor drainage on sloped lots, and foothill properties need termite professionals who understand rural construction — not a valley-only playbook.
We Handle the Whole Problem — Not Just the Bugs
Most termite companies do one thing: kill termites. Then they leave you to find a contractor for the chewed-up deck posts, the rotted barn trim, and the drainage problem that invited them in.
Pest Control Center does all of it. We inspect for subterranean and drywood termite activity, treat the infestation, repair the damaged wood ourselves, and identify the moisture and drainage conditions behind it. One local company, one plan — built for foothill properties.
Our Termite Process: Inspect, Treat, Repair
Inspect. Thorough inspection of foundation, crawlspace, attic, decks, outbuildings, fencing, and eaves. We identify active termites, old damage, dry rot, and the moisture or drainage conditions feeding the problem — and show you exactly what we find.
Treat. Targeted treatment matched to the termite species and infestation location, including outbuildings and detached structures most companies skip.
Repair. We remove and replace damaged wood, address dry rot, and recommend drainage and moisture fixes suited to sloped foothill lots. Learn more about termite and wood-damage services.
Why El Dorado County Property Owners Call Us
- Foothill expertise: wooded lots, outbuildings, barns, and rural construction — not just suburban homes
- In-house wood repair and dry-rot repair, including decks, fencing, and detached structures
- Drainage and moisture diagnosis for sloped lots, because treatment without fixing the cause is temporary
- Clear, itemized findings — you see what we see before you spend anything
- Local office in El Dorado at 5761 Pleasant Valley Rd — (530) 622-4810
- Serving Northern California since 1986
Signs You Should Get an Inspection
- Mud tubes along foundations, piers, or deck posts
- Hollow-sounding or weakened wood on decks and outbuildings
- Bubbling, cracked, or peeling paint
- Wood that feels soft or spongy near ground contact
- Damaged fascia, eaves, fencing, or barn trim
- Swarmers (winged insects) near windows in spring
On foothill properties, also watch buried wood debris, old tree stumps near structures, and firewood stacked against the house — all prime termite attractants.
Don’t Let Your Property Crumble From the Inside Out.
The longer termites work undisturbed, the bigger the repair bill. Get an inspection now and know exactly where you stand.
El Dorado Office: (530) 622-4810
Sacramento Office: (916) 344-4400
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you treat barns and outbuildings, or just houses?
Both. Foothill properties often have the worst termite pressure in detached structures — barns, sheds, workshops, and fencing. We inspect and treat the whole property, not just the main house.
What is the difference between subterranean and drywood termites?
Subterranean termites live in soil and build mud tubes to reach wood — the most common and destructive type in El Dorado County. Drywood termites live entirely inside dry wood. Treatment differs completely, which is why identification comes first.
How much does termite treatment cost in Placerville?
It depends on the infestation type, structures involved, and whether wood repair is needed. We inspect first and give you an itemized plan — you will know every cost before we start. Call (530) 622-4810 for a free quote.
Do you repair the wood termites damaged?
Yes — we do our own wood repair and dry-rot repair, including decks, fencing, and outbuildings, plus drainage and moisture diagnosis. One company handles the infestation, the damage, and the cause.