Termite Control in Galveston, Texas
Termite control in Galveston, Texas from Bevis Pest Control protects historic homes, raised beach houses, rentals, and businesses from Formosan, subterranean, and drywood termites.
Bevis Pest Control has been finding and stopping termites for Southeast Texas property owners since 1947. Every job starts with a free inspection, a positive species ID, and a written plan, because the right treatment for a Formosan colony in a crawlspace is not the right treatment for drywood termites in an attic rafter.
Termite control in Galveston, Texas has to account for an island where almost every kind of termite and every kind of house is in play. Texas A&M AgriLife confirms Formosan termites in Galveston County, drywood termites concentrate along the Gulf Coast, and native subterranean termites are more common in coastal regions than anywhere else in the state. That pressure lands on 1850s Greek Revival homes in the East End Historic District, Queen Anne houses in the Silk Stocking District, Folk Victorians around Lost Bayou, 1960s ranch homes in Fort Crockett, and raised beach houses from Pirates Beach to Jamaica Beach on the West End.
Termites do not spare landmarks either. In 2021, the Galveston Daily News reported a termite swarm inside The Grand 1894 Opera House on Postoffice Street while it sat closed during the pandemic, even though the building is treated every year. A Texas A&M AgriLife entomologist summed up island life for the paper: “if you don’t have termites, you don’t have them yet.”
WHAT WE OFFER
Termite Control Services for Galveston Homes & Businesses
Galveston homes need a termite plan matched to the species and the structure. Here is what Bevis handles on the island.
Free Termite Inspections
Subterranean Termite Treatment
Formosan Termite Control
Drywood Termite Treatment & Tent Fumigation
Preventive Termite Protection
Real Estate Termite Inspections
How We Handle Termites in Galveston
Inspect. We walk the property inside and out and show you what we find: mud tubes, damaged wood, pellets, swarmer wings, and the moisture or wood-to-soil contact that is inviting termites in.
Identify and plan. We confirm the species, because subterranean, Formosan, and drywood termites each need a different approach. Treatment plans are built around the inspection: liquid termiticide treatments for subterranean and Formosan termites, whole-structure tent fumigation for drywood termites, and ongoing annual coverage so someone is checking the house every year.
Written estimate. You get the price in writing before any work starts. No pressure and no surprises.
Treat. Our licensed technicians complete the treatment and explain what to expect over the following weeks.
Follow up. We schedule follow-up inspections so the protection keeps working year after year.
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Why Choose Bevis Pest Control in Galveston, TX?
Local & Family-Owned
A local, family-owned company serving Southeast Texas since 1947.
Licensed & Experienced Technicians
Termite work in Texas is licensed by the Texas Department of Agriculture's Structural Pest Control Service.
Fast Response Times
Termites do not wait, so we work to get an inspector out quickly once you call.
Safe & Effective Treatments
Targeted treatments chosen for the species and the structure, applied with kids and pets in mind.
Transparent Pricing
Free inspection and a written estimate before any work begins.
SERVICE AREA
Proudly Serving Galveston, TX and Surrounding Communities
Bevis Pest Control provides termite inspections, termite treatment, and tent fumigation from our Texas City office, serving Texas City, Galveston, La Marque, Dickinson, Hitchcock, Santa Fe, and nearby Galveston County communities.
On the island, that covers the East End, the Strand and downtown, the UTMB area and Midtown, San Jacinto and Lost Bayou, Fort Crockett along the Seawall, and West End neighborhoods out past Galveston Island State Park.
Location
826 9th Ave N, Texas City, TX 77590, United States
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Trusted by Homeowners & Businesses in Galveston, TX
Termite work is personal. Here is what Bevis customers say after we treat their homes.
“If you find drywood termites, we highly recommend you call Bevis PC. Efficient, friendly, full of knowledge. We had, our house tented back in 2019 have them out every year for an annual inspection. This week they are tenting 2 homes in our cul de sac.”
Your Satisfaction Is Our Priority, Safe Pest Control Guaranteed
At Bevis Pest Control, we treat every Galveston home like it is the one we grew up in. That means an honest inspection, a clear explanation of what we found, and follow-up visits that keep the protection working long after the first treatment.
OTHER PEST CONTROL SERVICES
More Ways We Help Protect Your Property
Termites are only one of the pest problems Bevis Pest Control can help solve. Explore our other residential and commercial pest-control services for year-round protection.
Ants, Roaches & Silverfish
Targeted treatments for common crawling pests inside and around your property.
Fire Ant Management
Professional fire ant treatments designed to reduce colonies and help protect outdoor spaces.
Tent Fumigation
Whole-structure fumigation solutions for qualifying pest problems that require comprehensive treatment.
Commercial Pest Control
Customized pest-control plans for businesses that need dependable service with minimal disruption.
Why Choose Bevis Pest Control?
- Serving Southeast Texas since 1947
- Based in Texas City and focused on Galveston County
- Free termite inspections with species identification
- Liquid treatment, tent fumigation, and annual follow-up inspections
- Experience with historic, pier-and-beam, and raised coastal homes
Termite Control for Galveston's Historic and Raised Homes
Much of the East End and San Jacinto sits on ground that was literally jacked up and refilled. After the 1900 Storm, about 2,000 structures were lifted and roughly 500 blocks were filled with sand behind the new Seawall. The result is a lot of older homes on piers and raised foundations, with crawlspaces, additions, and repairs from more than a century of storms. Formosan and subterranean termites build mud tubes up the sides of piers, and drywood termites move into rafters, trim, and window frames without ever touching soil. We inspect all of it.
Hurricane Ike damaged about three out of every four houses on the island in 2008. Water-damaged framing and lingering moisture are exactly what subterranean termites look for, so any home with a flood history or an old roof leak deserves a closer look under the house and in the attic.
If an inspection turns up termite damage to exterior wood on a home in one of Galveston’s local historic districts, the repair (not the termite treatment) may need review by the city’s Landmark Commission before work begins. We will point you in the right direction so treatment and repairs stay on schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions About Termite Control in Galveston, TX
Are Formosan termites in Galveston?
Yes. Texas A&M AgriLife lists Galveston County among the Texas counties with confirmed Formosan termites, and describes the greater Houston-Galveston area as their main range in the state. Formosan colonies are at least four times the size of native colonies and can nest inside walls, which is why a swarm near your home in May or June is worth a same-week inspection.
Do I need to tent my Galveston house for termites?
Only if the inspection shows drywood termites spread through the structure. Drywood colonies live inside the wood, so soil treatments do not reach them. Localized drywood activity can sometimes be spot treated. When it is widespread, whole-structure tent fumigation is the most complete fix. Subterranean and Formosan termites are treated differently and usually do not require tenting.
How long do I have to be out of the house for tent fumigation?
Plan on two to three days and nights away while the home is fumigated and aired out. Prep takes most families two to three hours: bagging or removing food, taking out pets and plants, trimming plants back from the walls, and opening cabinets and closets. Bevis gives you a full prep checklist before the tent goes up.
When do termites swarm in Galveston?
It depends on the species. Native subterranean termites usually swarm from January through April, during the day, often right after a rain. Formosan termites swarm at night from early May through June and gather around porch lights and windows. Texas A&M entomologists point to the week before and after Mother’s Day as peak Formosan season. Drywood termites swarm in late summer and early fall. If you find winged termites or piles of wings inside, call for an inspection.
Are older Galveston homes more likely to have termites?
Older homes are not guaranteed to have termites, but they have more places to hide them. Pier-and-beam crawlspaces, old additions, repaired siding, and original trim all give termites cover. A careful inspection of the crawlspace, attic, and every wood-to-soil contact point matters more on a 100-year-old East End house than on new construction.
Does homeowners insurance cover termite damage in Texas?
Usually not. Standard homeowners policies treat termite damage as preventable maintenance, so the repair bill typically lands on the homeowner. Check your own policy, but plan on prevention and early detection being your real protection.
How much does termite treatment cost in Galveston?
It depends on the size of the home, the construction type, the termite species, how far the activity has spread, and which treatment fits. A drywood infestation that needs tent fumigation is priced differently than a liquid treatment for subterranean termites. The inspection is free, and you get a written estimate before any work starts. Call 800-880-5630 to schedule.
How long does termite treatment last?
A professional liquid soil treatment can protect a home for several years. Termite pressure on the Gulf Coast never really lets up, though, so we recommend a yearly inspection to confirm the treatment is holding and to catch any new activity early.
Termite Control Across Galveston County
Bevis Pest Control helps homeowners and businesses across Galveston County find and stop termites before the damage spreads.
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Need Termite Control in Galveston, Texas?
Call Bevis Pest Control at 800-880-5630 to schedule a free termite inspection anywhere on Galveston Island.