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Termites can cause significant structural damage to homes and businesses. The most common species in the Greater Philadelphia region is the Eastern Subterranean Termite , responsible for most termite infestations in the region.
According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Development , Pennsylvania falls within Termite Infestation Probability (TIP) Zone #2, meaning properties in Philadelphia and surrounding areas face a moderate to high risk of termite damage.
Subterranean termites live in large colonies, divided into three primary castes:
Termites can enter Philadelphia homes through direct wood-to-soil contact, foundation cracks, and even small gaps as tiny as 1/32 of an inch —half the thickness of a penny!
Once inside, they remain active year-round, causing damage 24/7 .
Termites cause over $5 billion in damages annually in the U.S., affecting more than 600,000 homes each year. A single colony can contain 60,000 to over a million termites, capable of consuming a 2x4 board in under a year .
Common damage includes:
Unfortunately, most homeowner insurance policies do not cover termite damage .
Homeowners can take proactive measures to reduce the risk of an infestation:
Newtown Termite & Pest Control is a certified Termidor® exterminator. Our experts use the nation’s #1 termite treatment to eliminate existing infestations and protect your property against future termite activity.
Termidor® is applied around the exterior foundation, forming an undetectable barrier that eliminates termites through contact and ingestion.
Since 1993, Newtown Termite & Pest Control has been a trusted name in Philadelphia termite extermination . Our licensed technicians have over 50 years of combined experience and an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau .
We offer a renewable, transferable, triple guarantee:
Experts recommend a full termite inspection every 2-3 years to prevent costly damage. Termites, often called the "silent destroyers," can go unnoticed until severe structural damage occurs.
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