Here’s what matters: termites can feed on your home’s structure for three to five years before you even know they’re there. By the time you notice sagging floors or hollow-sounding wood, the damage is done. And your homeowner’s insurance won’t cover a dime of it.
Prevention changes that equation entirely. You’re not dealing with emergency repairs, scrambling for contractors, or watching your property value drop by 20% because of a termite history. You’re living in a home that’s inspected, monitored, and protected year-round.
The reality in Zephyrhills South is that Florida has 13 subterranean termite colonies per acre. Your home isn’t a question of if—it’s a question of when. Annual termite protection plans give you the upper hand. You catch activity early, you treat it before it spreads, and you avoid the $500 million Floridians collectively spend every year on termite damage and treatment.
That’s not fear-mongering. That’s just how termites work in humid climates with sandy soil. You either prevent them, or you pay for them later.
Around The Clock Pest Service is run by George and Mary—not a call center, not a regional manager you’ll never meet. When you call, you’re talking to the people who actually do the work. That means honest answers, transparent pricing, and someone who picks up the phone on weekends.
We’ve been serving Hernando and Pasco counties since 2020 with state certifications for termite inspections, WDO reports, and residential termite defense. Our license is current through 2027, our BBB rating is A+, and we’ve earned over 100 five-star reviews by showing up on time and doing what we said we’d do.
Zephyrhills South homeowners deal with specific challenges—sandy soil that termites love, heavy rains that create moisture problems, and older homes that weren’t built with modern termite barriers. We know the area. We know what to look for. And we know how to protect your home without overselling you services you don’t need.
First, we inspect your property—inside and out. That means crawl spaces, basements, attics, and the perimeter of your home. We’re looking for mud tubes, wood damage, moisture issues, and conducive conditions that attract termites. You’ll know what we find, and we’ll explain it in plain language.
If we spot active termites or high-risk areas, we’ll recommend treatment. That could mean liquid termiticides applied to the soil around your foundation, bait stations monitored quarterly, or localized treatments for specific problem areas. The method depends on your home’s construction, the level of infestation, and what makes sense for your budget.
Once treatment is done, prevention kicks in. Most homeowners in Zephyrhills South benefit from annual inspections and monitoring. We come back, check for new activity, and make sure your protection is holding. If something changes—new construction nearby, landscape shifts, or seasonal swarming—we adjust accordingly.
You’re not locked into anything you don’t understand. We quote most jobs over the phone, and if something needs to change after the inspection, we’ll talk through it before we do any work. No surprises, no upselling, no fine print.
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You get a full inspection of your home’s interior and exterior, including areas most homeowners never check themselves. We document everything and provide a written report you can use for your records or real estate transactions.
If we find termites, treatment is part of the plan—not an upsell. That includes applying EPA-approved termiticides, installing monitoring stations if needed, and follow-up visits to confirm the treatment worked. You’re covered for the year, and if termites come back during that period, so do we.
In Zephyrhills South, we also pay attention to the things that make your home vulnerable. Mulch piled against your foundation, leaking gutters, wood-to-soil contact, and cracks in your slab—all of these invite termites in. We’ll point them out and give you practical advice on how to reduce your risk, even if it’s something you can handle yourself.
WDO inspections are included when you need them for refinancing or selling your home. These are required by most lenders in Florida, and we’re state-certified to provide them. You’ll get the official report, and if any issues come up, we’ll help you address them before closing.
We also offer discounts for military families and new homeowners, because we know how expensive it is to maintain a home in Florida. Prevention shouldn’t be a luxury—it should be standard.
Most annual termite protection plans in Zephyrhills South run between $300 and $600, depending on the size of your home and whether you need treatment or just monitoring. If you’re starting with an active infestation, treatment costs more upfront—usually $1,200 to $2,500 for a full perimeter treatment with liquid termiticide.
That sounds like a lot until you compare it to repair costs. The average termite damage repair in Florida is $3,000 to $8,000, and that’s assuming you catch it early. If the damage is structural, you’re looking at tens of thousands. Prevention is always cheaper than repair.
We quote most jobs over the phone once we know your home’s square footage and construction type. If we need to see the property first, we’ll schedule a free inspection and give you a written estimate before we do any work. No hidden fees, no pressure.
Prevention means you’re protecting your home before termites show up. That includes annual inspections, monitoring stations, and treatments applied to the soil around your foundation to create a barrier. You’re being proactive, and that’s the most cost-effective approach.
Treatment means termites are already in your home, and we need to eliminate them. That requires more aggressive methods—liquid termiticides injected into the soil, foam treatments in wall voids, or bait systems that target the colony. Treatment costs more and takes longer, but it’s necessary once you have an infestation.
Most homeowners in Zephyrhills South start with prevention after they buy a home or after a WDO inspection comes back clean. If you’ve never had your home inspected and you’ve lived here for more than a few years, you should assume you need treatment first, then switch to prevention once the problem is solved.
Once a year, minimum. Florida’s climate is perfect for termites—high humidity, warm temperatures, and plenty of moisture from summer rains. Termites don’t take a break, so your inspections shouldn’t either.
If you’ve had termites before, you should inspect more often—every six months is a good rule. If you’re buying or selling a home, you’ll need a WDO inspection as part of the transaction. And if you notice any warning signs—mud tubes on your foundation, hollow-sounding wood, or discarded wings near windows—call immediately. Don’t wait for your annual inspection.
In Zephyrhills South, we also recommend inspecting after heavy storms or flooding. Water damage and termite damage often go hand in hand, and the conditions that attract one usually attract the other. An inspection gives you peace of mind and catches problems while they’re still small.
No. Termite damage is considered preventable maintenance, so insurance companies won’t cover it. That includes the cost of treatment and the cost of repairing any structural damage termites cause.
This is one of the biggest misconceptions homeowners have. They assume their policy will kick in if something goes wrong, and then they’re blindsided when they file a claim and get denied. Termites are your responsibility, which is exactly why prevention matters so much.
The only exception is if your mortgage lender requires a termite bond as part of your loan agreement. A termite bond is a contract with a pest control company that guarantees treatment and repairs if termites show up. Not all lenders require them, but if yours does, we can set that up. Either way, you’re better off preventing the problem than hoping someone else will pay for it later.
Mud tubes are the most obvious sign. These are narrow tunnels termites build along your foundation, walls, or floor joists to travel between their colony and your home’s wood. They’re about the width of a pencil and usually brown or tan.
You might also notice wood that sounds hollow when you tap it, or wood that’s soft and easy to poke through with a screwdriver. Termites eat wood from the inside out, so the surface might look fine while the interior is completely destroyed. Sagging floors, tight-fitting doors, and cracks in drywall can also indicate termite damage.
During swarming season—usually spring and early summer in Florida—you might see winged termites near windows or light sources. If you find discarded wings on windowsills or near doors, that’s a sign a colony is nearby and actively reproducing. Don’t ignore it. Swarmers mean the infestation is mature, and you need an inspection as soon as possible.
Yes, in most cases. Lenders require a WDO (Wood Destroying Organism) inspection before they’ll approve a mortgage, and that includes termites. Even if you’re selling to a cash buyer, most buyers will request one as part of their due diligence.
The inspection costs between $75 and $150, and it covers termites, carpenter ants, wood-boring beetles, and any other pests that damage wood. If the report comes back clean, you’re good to go. If it shows active termites or damage, you’ll need to address it before closing—either by treating the infestation or negotiating a credit with the buyer.
We’re state-certified to perform WDO inspections in Hernando and Pasco counties, and we can usually schedule them within a few days. You’ll get the official report, and if treatment is needed, we’ll handle that too. The faster you move, the less likely it is to delay your closing.
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