Termite Control in Houston, TX
Proven Termite Protection for Houston Homes and Businesses
The Most Common Termites Found in the Houston Area
Why Early Termite Detection Saves Thousands in Repairs
If there’s one pest that can literally eat you out of house and home, it’s termites. Quiet, hidden, relentless, and active 365 days a year thanks to Houston’s warm climate, termites cause more property damage than storms, fires, and floods combined.
Houston’s mix of heat, humidity, and older neighborhoods makes it a paradise for both Subterranean and Drywood species. They enter through tiny foundation cracks, expansion joints, and even dead tree roots, working undetected until the damage is severe.
The Species You'll Find in Houston
Subterranean Termites
The classic villain of every urban pest nightmare.
Identification & Location
These termites are often called “super termites” because of their aggressive feeding and massive colony size.
The Problem
Live in massive underground colonies
Enter homes through mud tubes
Feed on wood 24/7
Extremely destructive
Thrive in Houston’s moist soil
Fun (or horrifying) stat
They build mud tubes to travel from the soil to your home's wood.
Drywood Termites
The “Houston-native” version making a comeback.
Identification & Location
Drywood termites require different treatment methods than subterranean species, which is why accurate identification is essential.
The Problem
Don’t need soil or moisture
Infest dry wood directly
Can live undetected for years
Colonies are smaller but spread into multiple areas
Fun (or horrifying) stat
They leave behind 'frass'—tiny piles of pellets that look like sand or pepper.
Why Houston Has Such a Severe Termite Problem
Houston’s warm, humid climate creates ideal conditions for termites to feed, breed, and spread year-round. With mild winters, frequent moisture, and plenty of wooden structures, termites stay active longer and reproduce faster than in most cities.
Rapid Structural Damage
Hidden & Hard to Detect
DIY Failure
Financial Consequences
What Professional Treatment Includes
A full termite program addresses identification, elimination, and prevention.
DIY baits and sprays are simply not enough to stop a colony of millions.
Detailed Inspection
Identifying species, colony locations, entry points, and moisture sources.
Liquid Barriers & Baiting
Creating a defensive zone around your foundation to stop subterranean termites.
Drywood Treatments
Spot treatments are an option where you don't have to fumigate.
Annual Monitoring & Baiting
Early detection stations to catch new activity before damage occurs.
Why Termites Are So Dangerous
They cause billions in property damage annually — usually not covered by insurance.
Structural Destruction
Termites cause more home damage annually than fires and storms combined.
Subterranean termites feed 24/7, meaning damage occurs continuously.
Formosan colonies can reach millions and consume wood 10× faster than native species.
A single colony can compromise structural beams in as little as 6–18 months.
Silent & Hidden Activity
Termites stay completely out of sight, often tunneling inside walls, floors, and attics.
Most homeowners don’t notice an infestation until major structural damage has already occurred.
Signs like bubbling paint, hollow wood, and pinholes generally indicate advanced activity.
Houston’s warm, humid climate lets colonies stay active 365 days a year.
DIY Failure
Store-bought sprays kill only the termites you see — not the colony.
Over-the-counter bait is too weak for Houston’s Formosan “super termites.”
Misidentifying the species leads to wrong treatments and wasted money.
Without eliminating the queen, colonies rebuild quickly.
Waiting even a few weeks can turn a minor issue into a full infestation.
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