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Dangers, Signs & Damage
Dangers, Signs & Damage
Termites cause more property damage in the U.S. each year than fires, floods, and tornadoes combined — and your insurance policy almost certainly will not cover it.

SPECIMEN
Mud Tube — Field Evidence
Photo: Ron Navon — CC BY-SA 3.0

SPECIMEN
Mud Tube Climbing Foundation
Field reference
CLASSIFIED // BO-01
Termite Extermination: Liquid
Warning Signs
- Mud tubes on foundation walls, piers, or in the garage.
- Hollow-sounding wood when tapped.
- Discarded wings near windows after a swarm.
- Buckling paint or floors that feel spongy.
What They Damage
- Structural framing, sill plates, and floor joists.
- Hardwood floors, baseboards, and trim.
- Cabinets, doorframes, and even drywall paper.
Cost of Inaction
- Average repair bill: $3,000 – $30,000+ per home.
- Damage compounds silently for months before discovery.