Structural Pest Control
Termite Control in Burlingame, CA
101 Exterminators is a California-licensed structural pest company doing termite control in Burlingame under SPCB Lic. #9119, in business since 2005. Census housing data puts 29.6 percent of Burlingame homes at pre-1940 construction, and the Craftsman bungalows of the Easton Addition and Burlingame Park still stand on their original old-growth Douglas fir. That framing is exactly what western drywood termites want. We inspect first, then report by section.
Warning Signs
Signs You Need Termites Service in Burlingame
We perform thorough visual inspections of all accessible structural wood, attic spaces, crawl spaces, fencing, and exterior wood. Our reports clearly distinguish Section 1 conditions (active infestations requiring immediate treatment) from Section 2 conditions (conditions that are likely to lead to infestation). We issue California-required WDO reports for real estate transactions and carry the licensing required by the Structural Pest Control Board.
Hollow-sounding wood when tapped — galleries eaten from inside
Frass (fine sawdust-like pellets) near baseboards or windowsills — drywood termite excrement
Discarded wings near doors or windows in spring — swarmers leaving to start new colonies
Blistering or bubbling paint on wood surfaces — subterranean tunnel activity underneath
Mud tubes running up foundation walls or piers — subterranean termite foraging trails
Soft or sagging flooring near walls — severe structural damage to subfloor joists
Small holes in wood with discoloration around the edges
Real estate transaction requiring a WDO inspection and clearance report
How It Works
Our Termites Process in Burlingame
Every job follows the same methodical approach — no shortcuts, no guesswork. Here is what to expect when you work with us in Burlingame.
Comprehensive Inspection
Our licensed inspector examines all accessible wood, crawl spaces, attic framing, exterior siding, eaves, and fencing. We document every finding with photos and written notes.
WDO Report & Recommendations
You receive a state-compliant Structural Pest Control Report distinguishing active infestations, wood damage, and conducive conditions. No confusing fine print.
Targeted Treatment Plan
We recommend the most effective and least invasive treatment — whether that's localized spot treatment, fumigation for widespread drywood infestation, or subterranean bait systems.
Treatment & Clearance
We execute the treatment per plan, return for any follow-up needed, and issue a Completion Notice clearing the structure once all Section 1 items are resolved.
Why 101 Exterminators
Termites You Can Count On in Burlingame
State-Licensed Inspectors
Our inspectors hold California Structural Pest Control licenses and are compliant with SPCB regulations for both inspections and treatments.
WDO Reports for Real Estate
We issue the Structural Pest Control Reports required for California home sales, refinancing, and VA/FHA loans — accepted by all lenders and escrow companies.
Both Termite Species Covered
Central California has both drywood and subterranean termites. We identify which species is present and apply the treatment protocol specific to each.
Free Re-Inspection Policy
If signs return within our warranty period, we come back at no charge. Our work is backed, not just guaranteed on paper.
Common Questions
Termite Control FAQs for Burlingame
Do the Craftsman bungalows in the Easton Addition get a different termite than newer Burlingame homes?
Usually yes, because the framing and the era decide it. Pre-1940 houses in the Easton Addition, Burlingame Park and Burlingame Terrace were built with old-growth Douglas fir and redwood, and western drywood termites (Incisitermes minor) work that wood from the inside with no ground contact at all. Post-war ranches in Ray Park and the Alcazar area get drywood too, but subterranean pressure matters more where the lot is flat and the soil stays damp. The inspection has to establish which species you have before anyone picks a treatment.
Should I worry about termites in a new Burlingame building along El Camino Real?
Yes, though the exposure looks different than it does in a bungalow. Burlingame's housing element concentrates new multi-family construction downtown and along the El Camino Real and Caltrain corridors, and new wood framing is not immune. A drywood swarmer needs only a crack in the paint or an unsealed wood edge to establish. In a shared building, inspection and treatment scope normally runs through the HOA rather than a single owner. We work with boards and property managers on that.
When do termites swarm in Burlingame and what does it look like?
Drywood swarmers fly on warm evenings from August into October, and what most people notice first is a scatter of discarded wings on a windowsill or inside a light fixture. Subterranean flights come later, after winter rain has soaked the ground. Burlingame afternoons top out near 70°F even in the warmest months, so flights here spread across more evenings than they do in hotter inland cities instead of arriving in one dramatic night. Save a few wings in a bag, because identification changes the treatment plan.
Local Pest Pressure
Common Pests We Treat in Burlingame
Every area has its own pest profile shaped by climate, housing, and geography. These are the pests we see and treat most often in Burlingame — tap any one to learn how to identify it and what treatment involves.
Termite Control · Burlingame
Free Pest Evaluation in Burlingame
CA licensed and insured. Written estimate before any work begins. Urgent situations in Burlingame are prioritized.