Subterranean termite activity has been documented and actively tracked across the Okanagan Valley since 2020, and BugMaster is at the forefront of monitoring and treating this growing threat to Kelowna-area homes. Unlike termites in more southerly climates, Okanagan termites are subterranean — entering structures through the foundation, basement, and sill plates through cracks as narrow as 1/32 of an inch. Because they operate silently underground and avoid light, infestations are often well-established before any visible signs appear. BugMaster provides free, non-invasive termite inspections with a written report, and offers a full range of treatment options — from sub-slab injection and spot treatment to sill plate injection, borate foam, and timber sealant — selected based on your home’s construction, degree of infestation, and budget.

The Okanagan Valley is home to some of the most destructive termites in North America, causing thousands of dollars in damage each year. All structures are at risk including brick, steel and timber construction. Because they are subterranean, they commonly enter through tiny cracks in the foundation or basement in and around your home. Termites are secretive by nature and are rarely seen until the damage has been done.

So, how can you protect yourself from this threat? First you need to have an assessment done by a qualified pest control professional. BugMaster not only provides this for free, we also advise on various control options that would be appropriate. In many cases a full sub slab injection is required to ensure termination. Other options include spot treatment, sill plate injection, borate foam spray, and timber sealant.

How does an inspection work? BugMaster will inspect the house and provide a detailed report on the following:

Unless otherwise instructed, we conduct a non-invasive inspection of areas within the property boundaries. We supply a written report on the findings as recommended and outlined by the Ministry of the Environment.

What precautions can be taken during construction? Building a home from the ground up is many people’s dream. If you are building in known termite areas (and there are many throughout the valley) it would be prudent to take precautions against inevitable invasion. These little pests can quickly turn dreams into nightmares. Our services range from:

The Procedure: BugMaster has a number of treatment choices to protect your home from subterranean termites (white ants). We continually test products and techniques to make sure you get only the most up to date service with the best possible results. With BugMaster there is no “one size fits all” approach. First, a qualified government licensed technician will assess your home, inside and out, in order to identify the right method of remediation. We consider factors such as degree of infestation, construction materials, environmental concerns, cosmetic considerations, and of course your budget.

Our Termite Termination Plan utilizes only the best products available from the world’s most respected environmental science companies. Before starting any work at your home we want you to be satisfied that you have chosen the right company to meet your needs.