Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over seven years of experience in the home space and 10 years of editing experience. Sami Allen is the managing editor at Forbes Home, with over ...

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 ...

Dryer vents can be an entry point for termites. Don’t vent dryers into crawl spaces. The air creates the moist, humid ...

Termites are wood-eaters that can cause significant structural damage to homes. Preventative measures include inspections, removing debris, resolving moisture problems, and improving ventilation. If ...

Q: I live in an older home, and I recently noticed flying insects and piles of wings near the foundation. I’m worried I might have a termite infestation; how can I tell, and if I do have termites, ...

Termites, found on every continent except Antarctica, are often referred to as "silent destroyers." These small, social insects live in colonies and spend their lives primarily in search of ...

As a former realtor, general contractor and greenhouse operator, Kristi has touched nearly all aspects of homeownership, from the foundation up. Today, Kristi is a full-time investing and real estate ...

Reports of termites are on the rise and becoming a nuisance for many Florida homeowners. Families across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties this week reported a sudden uptick in visible termite swarming ...

We’re looking to buy a 2-story rowhouse with a poured concrete basement and just had a home inspection done. Bad news, there looks like was extensive termite damage and three wood beams were removed ...

Want to avoid the roommates from hell? They'll eat you out of house and home. Swarm season has started in Mississippi. Termites are hungry, on the move and looking for new digs. The state has a few ...