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California Termite Named Finalist for New Business of the Year at 2026 CBAD Awards

California Termite Named Finalist for New Business of the Year at 2026 CBAD Awards CARLSBAD, CA — California Termite has been named a finalist for New Business of the Year at the 2026 Carlsbad Chamber of Commerce Business Achievement and Distinction (CBAD) Awards, an annual event that recognizes outstanding businesses in the community. Founded by […]

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California Termite is Hiring

Leave a Comment / Termite News / John Gelhard

California Termite Is Hiring Thanks to a strong year of growth, California Termite is seeking a full-time Termite Technician to join our team. This is a ground-floor opportunity with unlimited potential for the right individual. The ideal candidate holds a Branch 3 Applicator’s license and has experience with basic wood repairs. However, just as important

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Hidden Attics

Leave a Comment / Termite Inspection / John Gelhard

Hidden Attics I was recently conducting a termite inspection in Carlsbad. Before I begin any inspection, I ask the homeowner a few questions: What are you seeing? How long have you lived here? Was the home tented before you moved in? Have you experienced any termite swarms? And how do you feel about fumigation? If

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8 Circumstances When It Makes Sense to Fumigate Your Home for Termites

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8 Circumstances When It Makes Sense to Fumigate Your Home for Termites Nobody wants to fumigate their house. For many homeowners, the thought of bagging all your food and leaving your home for three days is horrifying. Ironically, the belief that fumigation is the only solution can cause some people to ignore early signs of

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What Lies Beneath?

1 Comment / Termite Inspection / John Gelhard

What Lies Beneath? Last week we inspected attics. Inspecting Crawl Spaces I can’t imagine that anyone actually enjoys inspecting—or spending time in—a crawl space. Sure, there are crawl spaces that feel more like basements, where you can stand up and walk around, but those are few and far between. Most crawl spaces in California have

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Inspecting an Attic for Termites

1 Comment / Termite Inspection / John Gelhard

Inspecting an Attic for Termites Last week, we inspected the outside of the house. This week, attics. Maybe there’s something wrong with me, but I like inspecting attics. Sure, they’re dark, dirty, and full of hazards—but they’re never the same, and they’re a crucial part of a complete termite inspection. I compare inspecting an attic

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Inspecting a Home’s Exterior for Termites

1 Comment / Termite Inspection / John Gelhard

Inspecting a Home’s Exterior for Termites I typically begin a termite inspection on the exterior of the home. The exception is when it’s raining and I don’t want to track mud inside—in that case, I’ll start in the attic. Most of the time, though, the inspection begins with diagramming the house. Creating a diagram is

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Fences and Termites

Leave a Comment / Termite Inspection, Termite Videos / John Gelhard

Fences and Termites Fences are not considered part of a structure and are often excluded from termite inspections. Most termite reports include a note or disclosure stating this limitation. In escrow inspections, only gates that are physically attached to the home are included; perimeter fencing is not. While fences are frequently ignored, they can be

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It All Starts with Moisture

Leave a Comment / Subterranean Termites, Termite Videos / John Gelhard

It All Starts with Moisture I recently inspected a home in San Diego where the homeowner was convinced fumigation was necessary. She wanted to move quickly, so I rearranged my Monday schedule to make the first available fumigation date that Friday. The home had experienced a major plumbing failure that resulted in flooding. All of

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Happy Holidays

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