• Subterranean

    Subterranean termites are responsible for the most damage of any termite species. They consume wood 24/7 which over time can cause critical damage to a structure and in some cases a complete collapse.

  • Drywood

    Drywood termites are rarely seen and live deep inside the wood. Their ability to go undetected for long periods of time pose a big threat to the integrity of a structure.

  • Dampwood

    Dampwood termites are some of the largest termites in North America. Very tolerant to damp and wet conditions, colonies often live their entire life in within the same piece of wood while growing their colony. These colonies take a mere 10-15 days to establish once eggs are laid.

Termites live in colonies with a highly organized social structure. A typical termite colony consists of several castes, including workers, soldiers, and reproductive termites (kings and queens). The workers are responsible for foraging for food and maintaining the colony, while the soldiers protect the colony from predators. Different termite species have different colony sizes. Subterranean termites, for example, tend to have larger colonies with several hundred thousand to millions of individuals, while drywood termites have smaller colonies with thousands of individuals.

According to the National Pest Management Association, it is estimated that every year termites cause more than $5 billion in damages with repair cost ranging between $2,500 - $5,000. If left untreated, or in the case that termite activity has gone undetected for years, damages can range between $10,000 - $30,000 which is often the case when the structural integrity has been compromised.

In most cases, termite damage is not covered by a homeowners insurance policy. This is primarily because insurance companies deem these types of infestations to be preventable with pretreatment or routine maintenance. Insurance policies are designed to cover sudden and unexpected events, such as fires, storms, or accidents. Termite damage occurs gradually over time as termites slowly consume wood and other cellulose materials. Insurance policies are not intended to cover issues related to poor maintenance or ongoing pest infestations.

Termisafe understands these issues. Our proactive pretreatment approach addresses the issue before it can develop, making it a highly efficient and cost-effective method to safeguard the structure from termite damage. Its low environmental impact and minimal human exposure make it a safer and eco-friendly option for termite prevention from Day 1 and does not break down over time, providing long-lasting protection.