An expert shares the good news of how termites can be controlled if you spot them in or around your home.

Subterranean termites tend to be more of a problem because they're hard to get rid of since they live underground and are harder to detect and eradicate.

However, despite its downsides, heat treatment is a great alternative to traditional tenting if you want to get rid of termites in your home.

A mold smell If you have signs of an infestation in your home, Cloyd said you should leave it up to the professionals to get rid of it, because termites can stay unnoticed in your home for years.

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However, the species responsible for the most damage — Formosan and Asian subterranean termites and West Indian drywood termites — have adapted to urban climates.