Termites can cause significant damage to your home if left unchecked. Here’s an overview of the costs and methods for treating termite infestations, along with tips for prevention and saving money.

Average Termite Treatment Costs

| Treatment Type | Description | Cost Range |
|---------------------------|----------------------------------------|-------------------------------------|
| Chemical Termiticide | Targets termites with pesticides | $3–$16 per linear foot |
| Termite Bait Systems | Uses bait stations to lure termites | $8–$12 per linear foot |
| Tenting (Fumigation) | Entire home covered and fumigated | $5–$20 per linear foot ($1,200–$2,500 flat rate) |
| Tenting (Heat) | Heat-based extermination | $10 per linear foot |

Additional Costs

• Termite Inspections
• Average Cost: Free with a treatment plan or $200–$600 as part of a pest control bundle.

• Includes: Checking for mud tubes, droppings, and visible damage.

• Repairing Termite Damage

• Minor Repairs: $250–$1,000 for replacing a few boards or joists.

• Major Repairs: $1,000–$6,000 for structural components like walls or load-bearing beams.

• Number of Treatments

• One-Time Treatment: $200–$1,000.
• Annual Plan: $200–$400.

• Quarterly Plan: $200–$600.

• Home Size

• Costs increase with larger homes or properties with multiple floors, attics, or basements.
• Full home fumigation: $2,500+ depending on size.

Termite Types and Treatment Costs

| Type | Common Habitat | Treatment Cost |
|---------------------------|---------------------------------|-------------------------------------|
| Dampwood Termites | Moist, damp wood | $225–$2,500 (borate or termiticide) |
| Drywood Termites | Dry, unmoisturized wood | $225–$2,500 (bait or tenting) |
| Subterranean Termites | Underground colonies | $225–$2,500 (termite-specific bait or full home treatment) |
| Formosan Termites | Soil-based, large colonies | $250–$1,500 (baits or chemicals) |

DIY Termite Treatment Costs

| DIY Treatment | Cost |
|---------------------------|----------------|
| Termite bait | $25 |
| Diatomaceous earth powder | $15 |
| Boric acid | $15 |
| Beneficial nematodes | $35 |
| Orange oil | $25 |

DIY is best for minor infestations. For severe cases, hire a professional.

How to Save Money on Termite Treatments

• Choose cost-effective methods like liquid termiticides.
• Bundle services: Opt for combined pest control inspections and treatments.
• Preventative plans: Pay for annual termite monitoring to reduce risks.
• Compare quotes: Get bids from at least three pest control companies.

Signs of a Termite Infestation

• Mud tubes or tunnels.
• Termite droppings (resembles coffee grounds).
• Discolored drywall or bubbling paint.
• Buckling or hollow-sounding floorboards.
• Discarded wings near windows or doors.

Prevention Tips

• Eliminate moisture around your home (fix leaks and standing water).
• Keep firewood and mulch away from the house.
• Seal foundation cracks and gaps near windows or doors.
• Use termite-resistant materials like treated wood during renovations.
• Schedule annual inspections with a professional.

By staying proactive, you can save thousands in repair costs and keep your home termite-free.

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