Termite treatment cost
Professional termite treatment typically costs $263 to $1,033, averaging about $621, according to Angi (updated September 25, 2026). Fixr (January 31, 2025) puts most jobs at $450 to $2,000, averaging $680. HomeGuide (November 21, 2025) lists exterior chemical or bait work at about $225–$2,500, and whole-home tenting at $2,000–$8,000. Method, perimeter or house size, and species drive the total—use the estimator below with your own quotes. Start with a licensed inspection; fix moisture and wood-to-soil contact so colonies don’t return.
Published cost ranges
These are national ranges as each source publishes them. None of them are our own prices.
| Source (date) | Typical project | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Angi (updated Sep 25, 2026) | $263–$1,033 | Average about $621; one-time often $200–$1,000 |
| Fixr (updated Jan 31, 2025) | $450–$2,000 | Average $680; sample ~170 LF liquid perimeter |
| HomeGuide (Nov 21, 2025) | $225–$2,500 | Exterior barrier; tenting $2,000–$8,000 |
By treatment method
| Method | Published rate | Source notes |
|---|---|---|
| Liquid soil / chemical barrier | $4–$14.5/LF | Fixr; Angi $3–$16/LF; HomeGuide $3–$20/LF (~$500–$2,000 whole home) |
| Bait stations | $8–$12/LF | Angi & Fixr; HomeGuide $7–$12/LF or ~$1,000–$2,500 whole home + $200–$400/yr monitoring |
| Physical / barrier control | $10–$16/LF | Fixr |
| Gas fumigation (tenting) | $1–$4/SF | HomeGuide & Fixr; whole-home often $2,000–$8,000; Angi flat tenting ~$1,200–$2,500+ |
| Heat treatment | $1–$3/SF | HomeGuide (~$2,000–$6,000 for ~2,000 SF); Fixr lists $1–$4/SF |
| Localized micro treatment | $6–$8/SF | HomeGuide & Fixr (spot / early drywood) |
By termite type (HomeGuide)
| Type | Average treatment cost | Typical methods |
|---|---|---|
| Subterranean | $250–$2,000 | Liquid soil barrier (most common US species) |
| Drywood | $225–$2,500+ | Early bait/spot; larger jobs often tented fumigation or heat |
| Formosan | $800–$5,000+ | Aggressive subterranean; often combined bait + liquid ± fumigation |
Angi’s infestation bands (Sep 25, 2026): small $250–$1,200; large $1,200–$3,000. Annual protection plans often run about $200–$400 (Angi) after the first treatment. Damage repairs are separate—Angi budgets about $250–$6,000 for wood/drywall work.
Estimate your own job
Pick a published method, enter your foundation perimeter (liquid/bait) or home square footage (fumigation/heat), then add inspection, annual monitoring or a bond if your quote lists them. Override any line with your own price. This termite treatment cost calculator is for planning only—wood repair and moisture fixes are usually billed separately.
What's in the price
- Inspection and graph: Pros map mud tubes, damaged wood and entry points. Fixr puts a paid inspection at about $150–$350 when it isn’t rolled into treatment.
- Liquid soil barrier: Trenching and/or drilling so termiticide reaches soil next to the foundation (EPA: common subterranean method; usually a trained PMP).
- Bait stations: In-ground stations with slow-acting bait; HomeGuide budgets $200–$400 per year to monitor and refresh.
- Tenting / heat: Whole-structure treatment for many drywood jobs; expect to vacate and follow aeration/clearance rules for fumigants.
- Often extra: wood or drywall repairs (Angi ~$250–$6,000), moisture fixes, annual renewals, bonds ($500–$2,000, HomeGuide).
- Inspection first: Species and location decide the method. Subterranean colonies live in soil; drywood live in wood. Guessing wrong wastes money.
- Licensed pros + labels: The EPA registers termiticides and notes structural applications are usually done by trained pest management professionals. Ask for license/insurance, the product label, a written treatment graph, warranty terms and re-entry instructions. Local structural-pest rules vary by state.
- Moisture and wood contact: Keep soil and mulch from burying siding, store firewood away from the house, fix leaks, and manage crawl-space humidity. Treatment without fixing wood-to-soil bridges invites return activity.
- Fumigation is specialized: Sulfuryl fluoride and similar fumigants are restricted-use pesticides. Vacate people, pets and plants as directed; re-enter only after clearance testing.
- Insurance: Gradual termite damage is usually excluded. Confirm coverage before you authorize repairs.
- Related moisture work: If you also have mold from leaks, see mold remediation cost—fix the water source either way.
Getting quotes
- Get at least three written estimates that name the species (or suspected type), method, linear feet or square feet treated, products, monitoring schedule and warranty.
- Ask whether drilling, furniture moving or vacating is required, and how long you must stay out after tenting.
- Compare initial treatment and annual renewal fees—bait programs especially depend on ongoing monitoring.
- Related: pest control cost (general pests), mold remediation cost, tree removal cost (stumps near foundations), foundation repair cost (damaged sills and joists), fence installation cost and the cost guides.
FAQ
How much does termite treatment cost?
Angi (updated September 25, 2026) puts most professional jobs at $263 to $1,033, averaging about $621. Fixr (January 31, 2025) lists $450 to $2,000, averaging $680. HomeGuide (November 21, 2025) puts exterior chemical or bait barrier work at about $225 to $2,500, and whole-home tenting at about $2,000 to $8,000.
How much does termite treatment cost per linear foot?
For perimeter (usually subterranean) work: Fixr lists liquid soil treatment at about $4–$14.5/LF; Angi and Fixr put bait at $8–$12/LF; HomeGuide’s chemical soil band is wider at $3–$20/LF and bait at $7–$12/LF. Whole-home fumigation and heat are usually priced per square foot of the house, not per linear foot.
Do I need a termite inspection first?
Yes—species and entry points decide the method. HomeGuide puts a standalone inspection at about $0–$250 (often free when you buy treatment). Fixr cites about $150–$350 when charged separately. Angi notes inspections are often waived with a treatment plan.
Bait vs liquid barrier vs tenting—which do I need?
The EPA says the common professional options for subterranean termites are soil-applied liquid termiticides and bait systems; fumigation is a restricted-use approach typically aimed at drywood infestations inside the structure. Liquid creates a treated soil barrier around the foundation; baits use small amounts of slow-acting insecticide that foraging workers share with the colony (weeks to months). Tenting/fumigation or heat treats the whole house and usually means vacating—HomeGuide lists about $1–$4/SF for gas fumigation and $1–$3/SF for heat.
Can I treat termites myself?
DIY sprays rarely reach the colony. The EPA notes that termiticide applications for structural protection are usually done by trained pest management professionals. Hire a licensed company, ask for the product label and a written graph of the treatment, and follow re-entry instructions—especially for fumigation (restricted-use pesticides; certified applicator only).
Does homeowners insurance cover termite treatment?
Usually no. HomeGuide and Fixr both note that gradual termite damage is typically excluded as preventable; some policies may help after a sudden covered water event, and optional riders exist in high-activity areas. Confirm with your insurer before you sign a contract.
Sources
All checked October 28, 2026. Dates are each page's own published or updated date.
- Angi, Termite treatment cost, updated September 25, 2026: project range and average, $/LF by method, infestation bands, tenting flat range, annual plans, damage repairs.
- HomeGuide, Termite treatment cost, November 21, 2025: method table ($/LF and $/SF), whole-home bands, inspection, bond, monitoring, costs by termite type.
- Fixr, Termite exterminator cost, updated January 31, 2025: national average and range, liquid/bait/barrier $/LF, fumigation/heat $/SF, inspection, ~170 LF sample.
- US EPA, Termites: How to Identify and Control Them (liquid soil termiticides, baits, professional application).
- University of Kentucky Entomology, Termite Baits: A Guide for Homeowners (EF-639): bait vs barrier trade-offs (speed, drilling, monitoring).