Content updated: January 26, 2026

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We hear this question a lot: What's the financial threat of termites?

Well, first, the facts. About one in 20 homes that we've inspected get termites. Not enough homes are getting termite inspections.

Termites attack the frame of your home, which is usually made of wood. Termites can cost more than $8,000 on average in damage repairs and treatment costs. Termite damage is estimated to cause more than $5 billion annually in the US in property damage.

If you have termites, do not wait. Plain and simple. If you have any questions, give us a call or leave your comments in the section below.

Termite damage repair costs are estimated to be in the billions annually in the U.S. Termites can target the wood that makes up the frame of your home, and if they get to it, they can cause thousands of dollars for you in damage repairs. Reach out to Terminix for a termite inspection.