Most home insurance policies will not cover termite infestations that damage your home which makes termite prevention an important part of your home maintenance!

Termites can feed on firewood inside and outside your home. Prevent this by storing firewood up and off the wood.

The two common types of invading termites are Subterranean and Drywood. Subterranean termites are the most common and are found in almost every state. Drywood termites are usually found in south and southwestern states.

Keeping damp or damaged wood, cardboard, or mulch around the foundation of your home is a good way to invite termites in.

Termites such as Subterranean (most common) require wet soil. Removing water build up from your home’s foundation, having a good drainage system, and dehumidifying your home are good ways to prevent a termite infestation.

There are at least 40 species of termites in the U.S. and a couple thousand across the world.

Termites can cause more damage to residential homes yearly than natural disasters (fire, flood, etc) combined, costing billions of dollars every year.

Termites can look similar to ants, but they are not the same! While they are about the same size, termites differ from ants in their shape, color, and habits.

Subterranean termites can infest a home and destroy the foundation, beams, flooring, pipes, and more. Some termites may even chew through plaster or mortar. Together with Formosan termites, they cause up to 90% of total termite damages.

While termites are active all year, Spring is when termites begin to swarm and they continue to be most active during the warmer seasons.