Silver Bullet Pest ControlSwarmers in the basement in April, mud tubes on the block wall, or a home inspector who flagged termite activity? Silver Bullet Pest Control inspects Bloomfield homes and, where it fits, applies a liquid termite treatment to the soil around and under the foundation. If termites have already damaged the wood, our crew repairs it after treatment.
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A liquid termite treatment in Bloomfield, NJ is a termiticide applied to the soil along and under the foundation, by trenching outside and drilling through concrete where needed, so subterranean termites moving between the ground and the house pass through treated soil. It's a common choice when termites are active right now, because it goes to work as soon as it's applied. Silver Bullet Pest Control inspects first, explains whether liquid treatment fits your house, and repairs termite-damaged wood afterward. Call or text 973-510-2585 for a free quote.
The termites that damage North Jersey homes are eastern subterranean termites. The colony lives in the soil, and the workers travel up into the house through cracks in the foundation, hollow block walls, expansion joints and gaps around pipes, looking for wood to eat. They return to the soil to stay moist.
A liquid treatment puts a continuous treated zone in the soil right where that traffic happens:
Many modern termiticides are non-repellent: termites can't detect them, so they keep moving through the treated soil, pick it up and spread it to other termites they contact. Older repellent-type products just turned termites away, which could leave gaps for them to find. Which product goes where is a technician's call based on your house; we'll explain what we use and why before we start.
We walk the foundation inside and out, find the active areas and mark where trenching and drilling are needed, including porches, steps, additions and the garage.
We trench or rod-treat the soil along the outside walls. Mulch and plantings may be pulled back and replaced along the treated line.
Where concrete covers the soil next to the foundation, we drill small holes, treat underneath and patch them.
We treat the active spots inside, show you any damaged wood, and explain what to fix (gutters, leaks, wood touching soil) so termites don't get a new way in.
Most single-family homes are done in one visit. Larger homes, additions and finished basements take more time; we tell you how long before we start.
Both are legitimate ways to treat subterranean termites. A fair comparison:
| Liquid soil treatment | Bait station system | |
|---|---|---|
| How it works | Treated zone in the soil along and under the foundation | Stations in the ground around the house; termites feed on bait and share it |
| Speed | Works as soon as it's applied | Slower; termites have to find and feed on the bait first |
| Best fit | Active infestations, homes needing quick protection | Homes where drilling or trenching is hard, or owners who prefer monitoring |
| Work involved | Trenching and drilling on treatment day | Little digging up front, then regular monitoring visits |
| Ongoing | Re-inspection recommended over time | Stations need to be checked and maintained |
There's no one right answer for every house. Read our Sentricon vs. liquid termite treatment comparison and does termite spray work?, then ask us which fits your home.
Bloomfield has a lot of older housing stock: colonials, Cape Cods and two-family homes built decades ago, many with full basements, wood sill plates sitting on block or stone foundations, and porches, steps and additions added over the years. That's the kind of house subterranean termites find easily.
If you open up wood and find pale insects moving, it's an active infestation. Leave the area as it is and call so we can see the activity before treatment.
Termites build these tunnels to stay moist while traveling. A tube on the wall is a sign they're using that route, even if you don't see wood damage yet.
Spring swarms indoors usually mean the colony is close. Flying carpenter ants look similar but need a different treatment, so send us a photo before anyone sprays.
Termiticides used for soil treatment are applied by a licensed applicator into the soil and under concrete, not sprayed around your living space. The technician will explain the product, where it goes and any precautions for your household, including kids, pets, a well, a vegetable garden or anyone with health concerns. Tell us about those when you book.
Before we arrive:
After treatment, avoid digging along the treated line, and let us know if you plan landscaping, a patio or an addition, since disturbing the soil can open a gap.
Killing the termites doesn't fix the wood they ate. When termites have damaged sill plates, joists, beams or framing, our crew repairs it after the treatment, so one company handles the whole job and nobody covers up wood that still has active termites behind it.
Details on how repairs work: termite damage repair in NJ. Buying or selling in Bloomfield? See termite inspections for home buyers and sellers and VA termite inspections.
We give a free quote after the inspection. The price depends on how much soil has to be treated and how hard it is to reach:
| Factor | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Linear feet of foundation | Liquid treatment is applied along the whole perimeter, so a bigger footprint means more soil to treat. |
| Concrete next to the walls | Porches, patios, driveways, garage slabs and walkways need drilling and patching. |
| Foundation type | Hollow block walls may need treatment in the cores; stone foundations have many gaps. |
| Finished basement | Paneling and finished walls limit access to the inside of the foundation. |
| Additions and porches | Each addition or porch adds foundation and soil to treat. |
| Damage | Wood repair after treatment is quoted separately based on what we find. |
Call or text 973-510-2585 to set up an inspection in Bloomfield.
Tell us what you found (swarmers, wings, mud tubes, soft wood) or your closing date if you're buying or selling, and send a photo if you can.
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A soil treatment keeps protecting the house for years, but how long depends on the product, the soil and whether the treated soil gets disturbed by digging, landscaping or new construction. That's why a re-inspection every year or two is a good idea, especially on older Bloomfield homes.
Most single-family homes are treated in one visit, often a few hours to most of a day. Homes with a lot of concrete next to the foundation, additions or finished basements take longer because of the drilling. We tell you the expected time after the inspection.
Non-repellent liquid treatments are designed so termites pass through the treated soil, pick up the product and spread it to others, which reduces the colony over time. Termites inside the house are cut off from the soil and die. We check back to confirm activity has stopped.
It's applied into the soil and under concrete by a licensed applicator, not sprayed in living spaces. We explain the product and any precautions before starting, and recommend keeping pets and kids away from the work area on treatment day.
Neither is better for every house. Liquid works right away and is common for active infestations; bait systems work more slowly and need ongoing monitoring. Ask us which fits your home after the inspection.
Only where concrete covers the soil next to the foundation, such as a garage slab, porch, patio or the edge of a basement floor. The holes are small and patched afterward. We show you where before we drill.
Mostly in spring, often on a warm day after rain. Swarmers inside the house usually mean an active colony nearby. Save a few in a bag or take a photo and send it to us.
Store products don't create the continuous treated zone under concrete and along the whole foundation that a professional soil treatment does, and gaps are where termites get through. For an active infestation, a licensed treatment is the safer bet.
Yes. After treatment our crew repairs damaged sill plates, joists, beams and framing, so you don't need a separate contractor for typical termite damage.
Yes. Silver Bullet Pest Control holds NJ License 90568B and has over 15 years of experience. We're based in Garfield and serve Bloomfield and the rest of Essex County.
Sí. Hablamos español. Le explicamos la inspección y el tratamiento de termitas en español. Llame o mande texto al 973-510-2585.
From our base in Garfield we serve Bloomfield and towns across Essex, Bergen, Passaic and Hudson counties.
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