It's easy to confuse termite damage and wood rot. Both result in deteriorating wood and can be devastating to a home. However, termite damage and wood rot have entirely different causes, so their ...

In California, the overwhelming majority of homes are built with wood framing, which means the structures are susceptible to termite damage. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, ...

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MEMPHIS, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Terminix (NYSE: TMX), a leading provider of essential pest and termite control services, recently partnered with The Harris Poll to gauge homeowners’ sentiments on ...

Termite damage is due to insects, while wood rot is caused by fungus or water. Knowing the difference between termite damage and wood rot is vital to preventing and treating them. It's easy to confuse ...