Drywood Termite Control in West Palm Beach, FL

Drywood termites live entirely inside the wood they infest — no soil contact needed. We find the activity, treat it at the source, and tell you straight whether it's a spot fix or something bigger.

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What To Look For

Signs You Have Drywood Termites

Winged swarmers indoorsDiscarded wings on windowsills or floors, especially after a swarm event, is one of the clearest signs of an active colony nearby.

Kick-out holes with sawdust-like frassSmall pinhole openings in wood with fine, sand-like droppings pushed out beneath them are a telltale sign of drywood activity.

Hollow-sounding woodWood that sounds hollow or papery when tapped has often been hollowed out from the inside by an active colony.

Small pellet piles on windowsills or floorsDrywood termites push waste pellets out of their galleries — small tan or brown piles near baseboards or windows are a common find.

Our Approach

How We Treat Drywood Termites

Inspect

We check wood structures throughout the home for kick-out holes, frass, hollow wood, and swarmer activity.

Localized Treatment

Isolated infestations are typically spot-treated directly at the affected wood without a full-structure approach.

Fumigation Coordination

Severe or widespread activity may call for whole-structure fumigation, which we can coordinate on your behalf.

Monitor & Prevent

We flag moisture sources and entry points that invite drywood termites, and check activity on follow-up visits.

Common Questions

Drywood Termite FAQ

How is drywood different from subterranean termites?

Drywood termites live entirely within the wood they infest and need no soil contact, while subterranean termites nest in the ground and travel to wood through mud tubes. That difference changes how each is treated.

Do I need a WDO inspection for a real estate transaction?

Yes — Florida requires the FDACS-13645 form under Statute 482.226 for real estate transactions, not the generic NPMA-33. Empire can perform this inspection.

Can drywood termite damage be treated without tenting?

Often, yes. Localized infestations can typically be spot-treated directly. Severe or widespread activity may require whole-structure fumigation, which we can coordinate if it comes to that.