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Termite Control in Lake View, AL
Alabama Termite & Pest Services provides termite control in Lake View, AL from its Bessemer office. A technician inspects your home for free, explains what was found, and confirms your price before any work starts. Protection with Trelona® bait stations is $30 a month after a $499 setup on qualifying homes.
- Free termite inspection with your price confirmed before any work
- $499 setup, then $30 a month on qualifying homes
- Alabama Dept. of Agriculture & Industries business license #12246
The short answer
Who provides termite control in Lake View, AL, and what does it cost?
Alabama Termite & Pest Services provides termite control in Lake View, AL from its Bessemer office. Termite protection is $499 for setup, then $30 per month, on qualifying homes. The inspection is free. Call 205-425-7378, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM CT.
The setup includes a full inspection and 14 to 16 Trelona® bait stations. Homes with active termites need treatment first, priced after the inspection. Coverage is re-treatment only. It does not pay for repair of termite damage.
Pricing
How much does termite control cost in Lake View?
Termite protection is $499 for setup and $30 per month after that. Pricing is the same across our Birmingham Metro service area. These are general terms. Your technician reviews every option at the inspection and confirms your final price before any work begins.
Free
Termite Inspection
No cost and no obligation. You keep the findings either way.
- Foundation, crawlspace or basement, and perimeter
- Moisture, wood-to-soil contact, and entry points
- Options and price explained before any work
$499 one-time setup
Trelona® Station Installation
Inspection and installation of a bait station system around your home.
- Full termite inspection before installation
- 14 to 16 Trelona® bait stations
- Professional placement around your home
- Stations beyond 16 are $50 each
$30 a month
Ongoing Termite Protection
Monitoring and coverage that keeps going after installation.
- Station monitoring and bait maintenance
- Annual termite inspection
- Re-treatment if termites return while your plan is active
- Transfers to the buyer if you sell your home
Local risk
Why do Lake View homes get termites?
Termites need two things: moisture and wood. Alabama Extension puts it in similar terms, saying termites are drawn to water and cellulose and are more attracted to moist areas than dry wood. Lake View has plenty of both. Lakes, creeks, shaded wooded lots, and crawlspaces keep soil damp, and wood framing, decks, docks, and stored firewood give termites something to eat.
Clean, well-kept homes get termites too. Moisture and access matter more than cleanliness. Damage is often found during renovations, home sales, or after floors start to sag. An inspection is the way to find activity before it gets that far.
Alabama has both native subterranean termites and Formosan termites. Extension reports that Formosan termites are most common in the coastal counties and that infestations are expanding into central Alabama. Either way, the first step is an inspection.
Source: Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Termite Territory Is Expanding in Alabama.
Know what you are looking at
What are the signs of termites in a Lake View home?
The main signs are mud tubes, swarmers and shed wings, hollow or soft wood, and paint that bubbles or doors that stick. Many infestations are found by accident. The EPA explains how to tell termite swarmers from flying ants.
Mud tubes
Pencil-width dirt tunnels on foundation walls, basement walls, piers, or crawlspace framing. Termites build them to travel above ground and stay moist.
Swarmers and wings
Winged insects near windows and doors, or small piles of equal-length wings on sills. Swarms happen in warm, humid weather, often after rain.
Hollow or soft wood
Trim, door frames, or hardwood floors that sound hollow when tapped or give under pressure.
Bubbling paint or sticking doors
Termite damage often looks like water damage. Both are worth an inspection.
Our process
How does termite service work in Lake View?
Service starts with a free inspection. Bait stations are the first option for most homes. Liquid treatment is used when termites are already active.
Inspect for free
Foundation, crawlspace or basement, sill plates, perimeter, gutters, and moisture zones. Decks, docks, and outbuildings too, when they are part of the property.
Explain
What was found, what it means, your options, and your final price before any work.
Install or treat
Trelona® bait stations for qualifying homes. Liquid treatment first if termites are active.
Monitor
Station checks, bait maintenance, and an annual inspection while your plan is active.
Re-treat if needed
If termites return to a covered area while your plan is active, we respond within 48 hours and re-treat at no charge.
Treatment options
Should I choose bait stations or liquid treatment?
It depends on what the inspection finds. Bait stations are the first option for most qualifying homes. Liquid treatment is usually the call when termites are already active in the structure. Alabama Extension describes baits as working on the colony and liquids as a treated zone that termites meet in the soil.
Trelona® Bait Stations
Stations sit in the soil around your home. Termites feed on the bait and carry it back to the colony. We monitor the stations as part of your plan. No drilling through floors, patios, or porches.
- $499 setup, then $30 a month on qualifying homes
- Termites carry the bait back to the colony
- Minimal disruption to landscaping and hardscape
Liquid Termite Treatment
A treated zone in the soil around the foundation and entry points. Usually the call when termites are already active in the structure. Priced after the inspection.
- Used when termites are already active in the structure
- Applied based on what the inspection finds
- Can be combined with bait stations for ongoing protection
Source: Alabama Cooperative Extension System, baits and liquid treatments.
Plain terms
What does termite protection cover, and what does it not?
Termite protection covers monitoring, an annual inspection, and re-treatment if termites return to a covered area while your plan is active. It does not cover repair of termite damage. We say that up front so you can plan for it.
What your plan covers
- Station monitoring and bait maintenance.
- An annual termite inspection. Alabama Extension calls the annual inspection one of the most important parts of a termite treatment.
- Re-treatment at no charge if termites return to a covered area, with a response within 48 hours.
- Transfer of your agreement to the buyer if you sell.
- No early-cancellation fee after your first 12 months, or before.
What it does not cover
- Repair of termite damage. We do not do carpentry or structural repair.
- Homes with active termites. These need treatment first, priced after the inspection.
- Homes with spray foam insulation. They do not qualify for the $499 and $30 offer.
- Stations beyond the first 16. Those are $50 each.
Source: Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Schedule Your Termite Annual Inspection.
Which parts of Lake View do you serve?
Alabama Termite & Pest Services serves all of Lake View, AL. Every home is different, so every inspection starts from what we find on your property.
Million Dollar Lakes
Homes on or near the nine private lakes tend to have damper soil, crawlspaces, and wood close to the ground.
Lake Retreat and Dream Lakes
Lake subdivisions with mature trees, shaded lots, and wood close to the foundation.
Wooded and rural properties
Stumps, roots, woodpiles, and outbuildings near the house give colonies food and cover.
New construction
Grading can leave buried wood near the foundation. New does not mean protected.
About us
Who is behind your termite service?
Alabama Termite & Pest Services is a family company. Our family has served Alabama since 1963. Lake View is served from our Bessemer office, which also covers McCalla.
The owners are Ken and Deborah Estes. Max Scainetti and Stephanie Scainetti are managers, and Alex Woods is the Licensed Branch Manager, Birmingham. Ken Estes has more than 30 years in the pest control industry and is state certified in all major pest control categories.
We are licensed by the Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries: business license #12246 and applicator permit #7000240. We carry general liability insurance. Meet our team.
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Other pest services for Lake View homes
Questions
Lake View termite control FAQs
What Lake View homeowners ask us on the first call.
Who provides termite control in Lake View, AL?
Alabama Termite & Pest Services provides termite control in Lake View, AL from its Bessemer office at 2998 Phillips Rd, Bessemer, AL 35022. Call 205-425-7378, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM CT. The company holds Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries business license #12246.
How much does termite control cost in Lake View, AL?
Termite protection from Alabama Termite & Pest Services costs $499 for setup, then $30 a month, on qualifying homes. The setup includes a full inspection and 14 to 16 Trelona® bait stations. Homes with active termites need treatment first, priced after the inspection. Your technician confirms your final price before any work begins.
How much does a termite inspection cost in Lake View?
The termite inspection is free. Alabama Termite & Pest Services inspects your Lake View home, explains what was found, and confirms your price before any work begins. You keep the findings whether or not you hire us.
Why is there a $499 setup fee?
We own our bait stations outright. The setup covers your inspection, 14 to 16 stations, and installation. As a smaller, family-run company, this is how we keep your monthly protection at $30. The stations remain our property, and we maintain them as part of your plan.
How do I know if I have termites?
The main signs of termites are mud tubes on foundation walls or crawlspace framing, swarmers or piles of shed wings near windows and doors, hollow or soft wood, and bubbling paint or sticking doors. Termite damage often looks like water damage. If you see any of these in your Lake View home, call 205-425-7378 for a free inspection.
Should I choose bait stations or liquid treatment?
It depends on what the inspection finds. Alabama Termite & Pest Services uses Trelona® bait stations as the first option for most qualifying Lake View homes, and liquid treatment when termites are already active in the structure. Liquid and combination treatments are priced after the inspection. Your technician reviews the options with you.
What if you find active termites?
The $499 setup price does not apply to homes with active termites. Active termites need their own treatment, usually liquid treatment, and Alabama Termite & Pest Services gives you that price after the inspection.
How often should my home be inspected for termites?
Have your home inspected for termites once a year. Alabama Extension calls the annual inspection one of the most important parts of a termite treatment. The $30 a month plan from Alabama Termite & Pest Services includes an annual termite inspection.
Does termite protection cover damage repair?
No. Coverage is re-treatment only. If termites return to a covered area while your plan is active, we respond within 48 hours and re-treat at no additional charge. We do not do carpentry or structural repair.
Is there a contract?
Your first year is a 12-month agreement. After that, your plan continues month to month. There is no early-cancellation fee. Your technician walks you through the agreement before you sign.
Does my termite plan transfer if I sell my Lake View home?
Yes. Your termite agreement transfers to the buyer when you sell.
Why do Lake View homes near the lakes get termites?
Termites need moisture. Homes near lakes, wooded land, and drainage areas tend to have damp soil for much of the year, and crawlspaces hold that humidity right under the floor framing. Docks, decks, and other wood set near the ground add to the risk.
What should I know about termite treatments around kids and pets?
Bait stations sit in the soil around the outside of your home. Liquid treatments go into the soil and structural contact points. Products are applied according to their EPA-registered labels. Your technician gives you re-entry guidance before treatment, including when people and pets can return to treated areas.
Do you serve McCalla and the rural areas around Lake View?
Yes. The Bessemer office of Alabama Termite & Pest Services serves Lake View, McCalla, and the rural properties around them. If you are not sure your address is covered, call 205-425-7378 and the office will confirm.
Free inspection
Schedule your Lake View termite inspection
Tell us where you are and what you are seeing. Requests during business hours are answered within 12 hours. After-hours requests are answered by 9 AM the next business day.
Would rather talk to someone?
Call 205-425-7378Request Your Free Termite Inspection
The Bessemer office will follow up to confirm your appointment.