Termite Control
Termites quietly eat structural wood, and the damage is usually well along before it shows. Professional treatment, either a liquid soil barrier or a baiting system, is highly effective, and most homeowners pair it with an annual inspection and a renewable warranty (a termite bond).
Typical cost: $575 to $1,400
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How much does termite control cost?
PestPin's national planning range for treating a whole home for termites is $575 to $1,400; plan around $900. Treating one localized spot costs less, budgeted at $220 to $900, and whole-home drywood fumigation more, at $1,200 to $2,500 or higher.
What does a termite look like?
- You will almost never see the termites doing the damage. What people notice first is a pencil-width mud tube running up the foundation, a spot of wood that sounds hollow when you tap it, or paint that looks blistered over a soft patch.
- The other common find is a small pile of loose wings on a windowsill or in a light fixture after a warm, damp day. Termites drop their wings in a heap. Flying ants keep theirs on.
- If you did catch one, you do not have to name it yourself. Photograph it, or the damage, and let the free identifier narrow it down.
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Signs of a termite problem
- Mud tubes on foundation walls or in crawl spaces
- Hollow-sounding or blistered wood
- Discarded wings near windows and doors after a swarm
- Tight-fitting doors or windows from warped wood
Treatment options
- Liquid barrier (soil) treatment around the foundation
- In-ground bait stations with ongoing monitoring
- Whole-home fumigation (tenting) for drywood termites
- Spot treatment of localized infestations
How to prevent them
- Keep soil and mulch from contacting wood siding
- Fix leaks and direct water away from the foundation
- Store firewood and lumber off the ground and away from the house
- Schedule an annual professional termite inspection
When they're most active
Termite swarms most often appear in spring, but established colonies feed year-round. Annual inspections matter most in warm, humid regions where pressure is highest.
Termite Control: frequently asked questions
How often should I get a termite inspection?
Once a year is the usual interval, and most termite bonds require an annual inspection to keep the warranty active. Go more often in warm, humid regions.
Is termite damage covered by home insurance?
Usually not, because it's considered preventable maintenance. That's why annual inspections and a treatment bond are worth it.
Termite Control cost breakdown
| Service | Typical U.S. price |
|---|---|
| Liquid barrier (soil-applied) | $4 to $16 per linear ft |
| Bait stations + monitoring | $8 to $12 per linear ft |
| Whole-home fumigation (tenting)Widespread drywood | $1,200 to $2,500 |
| Spot / localized treatment | $220 to $900 |
| Termite inspectionOften credited toward treatment | $75 to $150 |
Typical U.S. ranges to set expectations. See the full termite control cost breakdown: pricing by method, what affects the price, and DIY vs professional.
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