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Termite Treatment Cost
In short: Termite treatment costs $621 on average, and most homeowners pay $263 to $1,033, according to Angi. Liquid soil treatment costs $3 to $20 per linear foot and bait stations $7 to $12, while whole-home tenting runs $2,000 to $8,000 (HomeGuide). Annual prevention plans cost $200 to $900 a year, and inspections are often free.
Angi puts the national average termite treatment at $621, based on 7,800 projects, with most homeowners paying $263 to $1,033. HomeGuide lists chemical or bait treatments at $225 to $2,500.
Cost by treatment method
| Method | HomeGuide | Angi |
|---|---|---|
| Liquid (chemical soil) | $3 – $20 per linear ft; $500 – $2,000+ whole home | $3 – $16 per linear ft |
| Bait stations | $7 – $12 per linear ft; $1,000 – $2,500 whole home | $8 – $12 per linear ft |
| Spot (micro) treatment | $6 – $8 per sq ft | – |
| Heat | $1 – $3 per sq ft; $2,000 – $6,000 (2,000 sq ft) | $10 per linear ft |
| Fumigation (tenting) | $1 – $4 per sq ft; $2,000 – $8,000 | $1,200 – $2,500+ flat |
See termite tenting cost.
Cost by termite type
| Termite | HomeGuide | Angi |
|---|---|---|
| Subterranean | $250 – $2,000 | $225 – $900 |
| Drywood | $225 – $2,500+ | $225 – $2,500 |
| Dampwood | $225 – $2,500+ | $250 – $2,500 |
| Formosan | $800 – $5,000+ | $250 – $1,500 |
Cost by infestation size
| Infestation | Cost (Angi) |
|---|---|
| Small | $250 – $1,200 |
| Medium | $400 – $1,500 |
| Large | $1,200 – $3,000 |
Inspection, plans and bonds
| Item | Cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Inspection | $0 – $250 | HomeGuide |
| Annual prevention plan | $200 – $900 per year | HomeGuide |
| Termite bond | $500 – $2,000 per year | HomeGuide |
| Bait monitoring | $200 – $400 per year | HomeGuide |
| Terminix plan | $400 – $1,500 per year | HomeGuide |
| Orkin plan | $500 – $1,600 per year | HomeGuide |
Damage repair
Angi lists typical termite damage repair at $600 to $3,000, and up to $6,000 for severe damage. See termite damage repair cost.
Cost by visit plan (Angi)
| Plan | Cost |
|---|---|
| One-time treatment | $200 – $1,000 |
| Annual plan | $200 – $400 |
| Quarterly plan | $200 – $600 |
| Monthly plan | $650 – $900 |
Cost by city (Angi averages)
Chicago $150, Seattle $220, Salt Lake City $320, Atlanta $480, Boston $505, Tucson $600.
Inspection
Angi says a one-time inspection is usually free when you buy a treatment plan, and bait-monitoring plans run $25 to $50 per check.
Damage repair (Angi)
| Repair | Cost |
|---|---|
| A few wood boards or joints | $250 – $1,000 |
| Drywall | $300 – $900 |
| Walls, flooring or framing | $1,000 – $3,000 |
| Moisture and water damage | $1,350 – $6,200 |
Types of termites
- Subterranean termites live in the soil and build mud tubes to reach wood.
- Formosan termites are an aggressive kind of subterranean termite.
- Drywood termites live inside dry wood.
The type affects which treatment works.
Treatment methods
- Liquid soil treatment: a termiticide is applied in a trench around the foundation.
- Bait systems: stations placed around the home that termites carry back to the colony.
- Wood treatment: applied directly to infested or exposed wood.
- Fumigation or heat: used for drywood termites.
What affects the price
- Type of termite and size of infestation.
- Size of the home and length of the foundation.
- Treatment method.
- Annual inspections and renewal fees.
- Drilling through slabs, patios or driveways.
About warranties
Many companies offer a renewable warranty. Read what it covers: some cover only re-treatment, while others also cover repair of new damage.
Questions to ask
- Which termite species did you find?
- Is the warranty for re-treatment only, or also repairs?
- What are the yearly renewal costs?
In Texas
Termites are active in Texas for much of the year. Pest control companies in Texas are licensed by the Texas Department of Agriculture's structural pest control service. Ask for the company's license number.
Liquid barriers vs. bait systems
Liquid termiticides are applied to the soil around and under the foundation, creating a treated zone. Termites passing through it are killed or carry the product back to the colony. Treatment can involve trenching around the foundation and drilling through slabs, porches and patios. It works quickly but uses more product and may need to be repeated after several years.
Bait systems place stations in the ground around the house. Termites feed on the bait, which contains a slow-acting substance that they share with the colony. Baits use less chemical and require ongoing monitoring by the pest control company, usually under a service contract.
Some companies combine both approaches.
Subterranean, drywood and Formosan termites
Subterranean termites live in the soil and build mud tubes to reach wood. They are the most common type in many areas and are treated with liquid barriers or baits.
Drywood termites live inside dry wood without soil contact, often in attics and furniture. They are treated with spot treatments or, for widespread infestations, fumigation.
Formosan termites are an aggressive type of subterranean termite found in some southern states. Their large colonies can cause damage quickly.
Correct identification decides the treatment.
Warranties and service plans
Many companies offer warranties that cover retreatment if termites return, and sometimes repair of new damage. Read the terms: some cover only retreatment, require annual inspections and renewal fees, and exclude damage from existing infestations. A transferable warranty can be a selling point when you sell the house.
Signs of termites
- Mud tubes on foundation walls, piers or inside the crawl space. Subterranean termites build these pencil-width tunnels to travel between the soil and wood.
- Discarded wings near windows, doors and light fixtures, left after swarmers fly in spring.
- Hollow-sounding wood or wood that crumbles when probed.
- Small piles of pellets that look like sawdust or coffee grounds, which point to drywood termites.
- Bubbling or uneven paint and tight-fitting doors and windows caused by moisture and damage.
Termites are often confused with flying ants. Termites have straight antennae, a thick waist and wings of equal length, while ants have bent antennae, a pinched waist and front wings longer than the back wings.
How a treatment visit goes
For a liquid treatment, the technician inspects the house, then digs a narrow trench along the foundation and applies the termiticide into the soil. Where concrete such as a garage slab, porch or patio meets the house, the technician drills small holes and injects the product, then patches the holes. Crawl spaces are treated along the foundation walls and piers. For bait systems, stations are installed in the ground at intervals around the house and checked on a schedule.
Choosing a pest control company
Look for a licensed company with experience in termite work. Ask for a written inspection report and a diagram of where termites or damage were found. Ask which product they will use, how much, and what warranty or service plan comes with it. Getting two or three quotes is reasonable, since methods and terms vary.
Sources
Pest control companies in Texas
Our Texas business directory lists 508 pest control companies across 6 major cities. The ratings below are the average Google rating of the listed businesses in each city, and the review counts are the total number of Google reviews they have received.
| City | Businesses listed | Avg. Google rating | Total reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 169 | 4.7 | 119,360 |
| Dallas | 79 | 4.8 | 12,923 |
| San Antonio | 100 | 4.7 | 51,337 |
| Austin | 61 | 4.8 | 47,001 |
| Fort Worth | 66 | 4.8 | 29,948 |
| El Paso | 33 | 4.8 | 9,465 |
Source: twupro Texas business directory, built from public Google Maps listings.
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