Concealed pest activity in Schertz properties is often the costliest kind. Knowing where to look reduces the gap between establishment and detection.
How wet clay-on-masonry sustains termite scouts
Sprinkler systems that overshoot foundation lines change the soil chemistry next to slabs. Wet clay against masonry stays wet for 36-48 hours after each cycle — long enough for termite scouts to extend mud tubes up into weep holes without ever drying out.
Industry guidance for Schertz-area conditions weights this factor higher than national pest control standards typically do.
Rerouting condensate away from foundations
AC condensate drain lines that terminate against foundation walls create year-round moist soil zones in summer. The slow drip continues even during outdoor dry periods, maintaining a termite-friendly microclimate at one specific foundation point.
Industry guidance for Schertz-area conditions weights this factor higher than national pest control standards typically do.
Subtle wall-cavity termite signs
Subtle paint blistering on interior baseboards or door frames sometimes indicates termite activity in the wall cavity behind. The blistering looks like minor moisture damage and gets overlooked until galleries are advanced.
Property owners who get ahead of this pattern see substantially fewer recurring issues than those who don't.
Mature tree history and ongoing termite pressure
Cut tree stumps within 30 feet of structures host satellite colonies that send foragers toward the house every spring. Stump removal — not just grinding — is the single highest-impact mitigation in older yards with mature tree history.
Treatment plans that account for this specific factor outperform generic perimeter approaches in Guadalupe County.
Termite Inspection and Treatment Coverage Across Schertz and Guadalupe County
Coverage for Schertz-area properties extends across all Guadalupe County zip codes and neighborhoods, with response times calibrated to local demand and technician availability. Iron Gate maintains trained personnel throughout Texas — see our complete service area listing for neighboring regions.
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