Termites in North Texas

When it comes to destructive pests, termites top the list. Each year, these “silent destroyers” cause billions of dollars in property damage across the U.S.—and homeowners’ insurance typically doesn’t cover it. Here in North Texas, our warm climate and clay soil create perfect conditions for termites to thrive.

Pure Grit Pest Control offers comprehensive termite extermination services and Wood-Destroying Insect (WDI) Inspection Reports to protect your home, business, and real estate investments.

Common Types of Termites in North Texas

Close-up of termites on wood, some crawling and some within the bark.

  • Appearance: Small, creamy-white to dark brown insects that live underground in large colonies.

    Risks: The most destructive species in Texas; they build mud tubes to reach wood and can cause major structural damage.

    Where Found: Soil around foundations, basements, crawl spaces, and inside walls.

Drywood termites in a black container.

  • Appearance: Light brown termites that don’t require soil contact.

    Risks: Infest furniture, attics, and framing lumber. Their droppings (frass) look like fine sawdust.

    Where Found: Attics, wooden furniture, window sills, and roof eaves.

Close-up of Formosan termites and their nymphs on a rocky surface with some debris and crevices.

  • Appearance: Yellowish-brown with large colonies.

    Risks: Known as “super termites” due to their aggressive feeding; can destroy structures much faster than other species.

    Where Found: Foundations, walls, and moist wood.

Why termites are a problem

  • Property Damage: Termites eat wood from the inside out, often going undetected until significant damage is done.

  • High Repair Costs: Termite damage can cost thousands to fix—and isn’t usually covered by insurance.

  • Fast Spread: Colonies can number in the millions and spread quickly throughout a structure.

Signs of a termite infestation

  • Mud tubes along foundations, walls, or crawl spaces.

  • Discarded wings near windowsills or entryways (a sign of a swarm).

  • Hollow-sounding wood when tapped.

  • Bubbling or uneven paint (can mimic water damage).

  • Piles of termite droppings (frass) that resemble sawdust.

Close-up of wooden beams with peeling paint, dirt, and signs of termite damage.

Why Termites are common in north texas

North Texas has warm weather nearly year-round and plenty of moisture, both of which termites love. Spring and early summer are peak swarm seasons, when winged termites leave their colonies to start new ones—often near homes and businesses.

Pure Grit Pest Control’s Approach

Termite Extermination

Our termite treatments are built to eliminate colonies and protect your property long-term:

  1. Inspect – Identify the species, level of infestation, and entry points.

  2. Treat – Apply advanced, proven solutions designed to target termites at their source.

  3. Protect – Establish barriers and offer annual plans for continuous protection.

We use family- and pet-safe methods that provide lasting results against even the toughest termite infestations.

WDI Inspection Reports

Buying or selling a home? Many lenders and real estate transactions require a Wood-Destroying Insect (WDI) Inspection Report. Our licensed technicians perform thorough inspections to check for termites and other wood-destroying insects, providing detailed, state-approved documentation for real estate closings.

Termite damaged piece of wood with rotting, peeling paint, and splintered broken end resting on a white metal surface.
Close-up of a cabinet hinge with termite damage and mud tubes inside a wooden cabinet.
White wall with significant subterranean termite mud tubes.

Prevention Tips

Don’t wait until termites have eaten away at your investment. Whether you need termite extermination in North Texas or a WDI Inspection Report for a real estate closing, Pure Grit Pest Control has you covered.

👉 Call us today to schedule your termite inspection or service and protect your property with Pure Grit.

  • Keep woodpiles, lumber, and mulch away from your home’s foundation.

  • Fix leaky pipes and eliminate moisture issues.

  • Seal cracks in foundations and around utility lines.

  • Schedule annual termite inspections to catch issues early.

Close-up view of a window frame with termite damaged wood, cracked paint, and rusted metal components.

FAQs

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  • Termites can eat through wood 24/7. Over time, colonies can cause thousands of dollars in damage, often before homeowners even realize they’re there.

  • A WDI report is an official document required in many real estate transactions. It details any evidence of termites or other wood-destroying insects.

  • We recommend at least once a year. Early detection is key to preventing costly damage.