Termite Week: March 9th - 13th
- Emily Barnett
- Mar 12
- 1 min read

The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) created Termite Week, aligned with peak termite swarming season, to highlight the damage termites can cause to buildings and informing homeowners about prevention and control strategies.Â
To mark the occasion, here are some intriguing facts about termites:
Termites Never Sleep
Termites work on their colonies around the clock, every day. Unfortunately, this means they can potentially cause significant damage to your home in a a matter of months.
Termite Damage is Expensive
Annually, termites cause over 5 billion dollars in property damage. This is why addressing a termite infestation promptly is crucial.
Signs of Infestation May Be Visible
Lookout for wood that sounds hollow when tapped, cracked or bubbling paint, mud tubes on exterior walls, and temporary swarms of winged insects.