You’re not paying for someone to show up after the damage is done. You’re getting ahead of it.
Termites in Hernando County don’t take breaks. Florida’s warm, humid climate means they’re active year-round, and they can feed inside your walls for three to five years before you notice anything. By then, the damage is already in the thousands.
Prevention means a licensed professional inspects your property, identifies vulnerable entry points, and treats the perimeter before termites ever get inside. It means annual monitoring so you’re not guessing. And it means you’re protected from a problem that costs Florida homeowners over $500 million every year—none of which is covered by standard homeowners insurance.
You get peace of mind. You get a plan. And you get someone who answers the phone when you call.
Around The Clock Pest Service is a family-run business serving Aripeka, FL and the surrounding Hernando County area. When you call, you’re talking directly to the owner—not a call center. That means faster answers, transparent pricing, and service that treats your home like it matters.
We’re state-certified and BBB-accredited, with over 100 five-star reviews from homeowners who needed someone reliable. We offer military and new homeowner discounts, and we’re available 24/7—even on weekends—because termite problems don’t wait for business hours.
We’ve built our reputation on doing what we say we’ll do, showing up when we say we’ll show up, and following up to make sure the treatment worked. That’s it.
First, we inspect your property. That means checking the foundation, crawl spaces, attic, and any area where termites are likely to enter. We’re looking for mud tubes, wood damage, moisture issues, and signs of active colonies.
Next, we treat the perimeter. We apply a barrier treatment around your home that stops subterranean termites before they reach the structure. This isn’t a one-and-done spray—it’s a defense system designed to last.
Then, we monitor. We recommend annual inspections because termite activity changes, and early detection is everything. If we find new activity, we address it before it becomes expensive. We also follow up within five to seven days after treatment to make sure it’s working.
You’ll know what we’re doing, why we’re doing it, and what to expect next. No surprises.
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You get a full property inspection by a state-licensed professional who knows what to look for in Hernando County homes. That includes checking for the 13 subterranean termite colonies per acre that exist in Florida—because it’s not a question of if they’ll find your home, it’s when.
You get perimeter treatment that creates a protective barrier around your foundation, blocking the most common entry points. You get an annual protection plan that includes follow-up inspections and re-treatment if needed.
If you’re buying or selling a home, we also provide WDO (Wood-Destroying Organism) inspections required for real estate transactions in Florida. Most quotes are provided over the phone, and we offer special pricing for military families and new homeowners in Aripeka, FL.
This is residential termite defense built for Pasco County and Hernando County conditions—where humidity, coastal proximity, and year-round warmth make prevention non-negotiable.
Prevention costs a fraction of what you’ll pay if termites get inside. A professional inspection typically runs between $75 and $325. Annual protection plans vary depending on your property size and treatment type, but most homeowners in Aripeka, FL spend far less than $1,000 a year.
Compare that to the average termite repair cost in Florida: $8,000 to $12,000 per incident. And that’s just for the damage you can see. If termites have been feeding for years, the structural repairs can climb even higher.
Here’s the bigger issue—your homeowners insurance won’t cover it. Termite damage is specifically excluded from standard policies in Florida, which means you’re paying out of pocket for every board, beam, and repair. Prevention isn’t just smart. It’s the only financial move that makes sense.
Once a year, minimum. Florida’s climate keeps termites active year-round, and Hernando County has some of the highest termite activity in the state. Annual inspections catch problems early, before they turn into expensive repairs.
If you’ve had termites before, if your home is older, or if you’ve noticed moisture issues, you may want to inspect more often. Termites can feed undetected for three to five years, so waiting too long means you’re giving them a head start.
An annual termite protection plan includes regular monitoring and re-treatment if needed. It’s the difference between catching a small colony near your foundation and discovering they’ve already damaged your floor joists. Most homeowners don’t realize how fast termites work in Florida—they consume wood up to seven times faster here than in cooler climates.
Mud tubes are the most obvious sign. Subterranean termites build these pencil-thin tunnels from the ground to your home’s wood structure. You’ll usually find them along your foundation, in crawl spaces, or near plumbing.
Other signs include soft or hollow-sounding wood, discarded wings near windows or doors (from swarming termites), and small piles of what looks like sawdust—that’s actually termite droppings. You might also notice warped floors, tight-fitting doors, or cracks in drywall.
The problem is that most termite damage happens inside walls and under floors, where you can’t see it. By the time you notice something, they’ve usually been feeding for years. That’s why professional inspections matter. A trained eye catches the early warning signs before the damage becomes visible—or expensive.
DIY treatments don’t eliminate termite colonies. You might kill the termites you can see, but the colony—often hidden deep in your walls, attic, or underground—keeps growing. Subterranean termites live in the soil and travel back and forth to feed, so surface treatments won’t reach them.
Professional termite prevention services in Spring Hill FL and surrounding areas use barrier treatments that stop termites before they enter your home. These treatments require specialized equipment, licensed application, and knowledge of where termites are most likely to breach your foundation.
Florida’s termite pressure is too high to rely on store-bought solutions. With 13 colonies per acre and year-round activity, you need a defense system that actually works. Professional treatment also comes with monitoring, follow-up, and a guarantee—none of which you get from a hardware store spray can.
No. Termite damage is specifically excluded from standard homeowners insurance policies in Florida. Insurers classify it as preventable damage, which means if termites destroy part of your home, you’re paying for repairs out of pocket.
That’s why prevention is so critical. The average termite repair bill in Florida runs between $8,000 and $12,000, and that’s just for moderate damage. Severe infestations can require structural repairs that cost tens of thousands.
The good news is that professional termite protection costs far less than repairs, and it’s the only way to protect your investment. If you’re buying a home in Aripeka, FL, make sure you get a WDO inspection before closing. If you already own a home, an annual termite protection plan is the smartest financial decision you can make. You’re protecting your largest asset from a threat that insurance won’t cover.
A WDO (Wood-Destroying Organism) inspection is required for most real estate transactions in Florida. It’s a formal report that checks for termites, carpenter ants, wood-boring beetles, and fungal decay. Lenders and buyers use it to make sure the property is free of active infestations before closing.
A standard termite inspection is more focused. It’s what you’d schedule as a homeowner to check for termite activity, assess risk, and determine if treatment is needed. It’s less formal than a WDO but just as thorough when it comes to finding termites.
If you’re buying or selling a home in Hernando County, you’ll need the WDO. If you’re a current homeowner looking to protect your property, a termite inspection and prevention plan is what you want. Either way, you’re working with a state-licensed professional who knows what to look for and how to treat it. We handle both, and most quotes are provided over the phone.
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