Pest Library
Termites
Florida is home to two termite species that regularly invade properties: subterranean and drywood termites. Subterranean termites nest in the ground and need contact with damp soil to survive, feeding mostly on decaying or water-damaged wood — they're widespread across the country and responsible for most termite damage each year. Drywood termites nest inside the wood they're feeding on, don't need soil contact, prefer dry wood, and are typically found only in coastal cities and southwestern states. Either way, termites work around the clock, never sleeping or resting, steadily feeding on structural wood, antiques, and furniture.
About Termites
Florida is home to two termite species that regularly invade properties: subterranean and drywood termites. Subterranean termites nest in the ground and need contact with damp soil to survive, feeding mostly on decaying or water-damaged wood — they're widespread across the country and responsible for most termite damage each year. Drywood termites nest inside the wood they're feeding on, don't need soil contact, prefer dry wood, and are typically found only in coastal cities and southwestern states. Either way, termites work around the clock, never sleeping or resting, steadily feeding on structural wood, antiques, and furniture.
Signs of Termites Infestation
- Mud tubes running along foundation walls, piers, or crawl spaces
- Hollow-sounding or damaged wood, especially near the ground
- Discarded wings or small piles of wings near windows and doors
- Doors or windows that suddenly stick due to warped wood frames
Our Treatment Approach
Termite treatment starts with a thorough inspection to confirm species and activity. Depending on the property, we use a termite baiting program, fumigation, or a combination of both to eliminate the active colony and protect your home from future infestations — see our termite control service page for full details, including WDO inspections.
Ready to get rid of termites for good? See our termite control page for full details.
Prevention Tips
- Make sure your yard has good drainage
- Repair any leaky pipes promptly
- Immediately repair any wood in or around your home that becomes water-damaged
- Repair cracks and openings in your foundation, exterior walls, and roofline
- Inspect any wood or furniture for termites before bringing it into your home
Termites FAQs
What termite species are in Florida?
Subterranean termites, which nest in the ground and need contact with damp soil, and drywood termites, which nest inside the dry wood they feed on without needing soil contact, are the two species that regularly invade Florida properties.
How do I know if I have termites?
Mud tubes along your foundation, hollow-sounding or damaged wood, discarded wings near windows and doors, and doors or windows that suddenly stick are the most common early signs of termite activity.
How much damage can termites cause?
Termites work around the clock feeding on structural wood, antiques, and furniture, and because the damage happens out of sight, an infestation can go unnoticed for months or even years before it becomes obvious.