MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Terminix revealed the 25 most termite-infested cities in the country. Termites were most prevalent in Houston in 2017, followed by Los Angeles and Mobile, Ala.
The top 25 cities for termite infestations in the United States are:
- Houston
- Los Angeles
- Mobile, Ala.
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- Dallas
- Memphis, Tenn.
- Jacksonville, Fla.
- Miami
- Tampa, Fla.
- Phoenix
- Orlando, Fla.
- Atlanta
- Cincinnati
- Philadelphia
- Sacramento, Calif.
- Honolulu
- San Jose, Calif.
- Baton Rouge, La.
- Pittsburgh
- Savannah, Ga.
- Nashville, Tenn.
- Little Rock, Ark.
- Tucson, Ariz.
- Louisville, Ky.
“Now that spring has arrived, we often see an increase not only in temperatures but also in pest-related activity, especially with termites,” said Joe Magyar, regional training manager for Terminix. “For homeowners living in areas that experience damp and humid weather conditions, it’s important to be aware of early warning signs for termites before damage becomes significant.”
Depending on the species, termite warning signs could include:
Blisters in wood flooring, which look like small cracks or holes
- Hollowed or damaged wood
- Evidence of the pests themselves, such as discarded wings
- Droppings that resemble sawdust or coffee grounds
- Mud tubes, which look like pencil-sized dirt tunnels, near the base of the home
- Early detection and professional termite control can help prevent a small termite problem from becoming an expensive ordeal.