How to detect, treat, & eliminate termites that are living inside your walls…

Step One – Confirm the Infestation

Before treating, make sure you’re actually dealing with termites.

Signs of wall infestations include…

• Hollow-sounding wood

• Small pinholes or cracks in drywall

• Faint clicking or tapping noises

• Buckling paint or wallpaper

• Mud tubes or visible droppings (frass)

If you’re unsure, consider getting a professional termite inspection to confirm & locate the infestation.

Step Two – Choose the Right Treatment

Professional Termite Treatment (Most Effective)

Hiring a licensed pest control company is the safest and fastest way to kill termites in your walls.

They may use…

• Foam termiticides – Injected into walls to fill voids and reach deep into wood.

• Dust treatments – Applied through small drilled holes to kill termites on contact.

• Bait systems – Installed around your home to eliminate the colony over time.

DIY Termite Foam or Spray

For small infestations, you can purchase termite foam or spray from a hardware store. These products expand inside the wall cavity and kill termites where they nest.

• Look for products labeled for indoor wall treatment

• Follow safety instructions carefully

• Drill small holes into the drywall to apply product directly into affected areas

Orange Oil or Boric Acid (Natural DIY Options)

• Orange oil contains d-limonene, which can kill termites on contact

• Boric acid is a common termite poison and can be dusted into wall voids

Natural methods may not eliminate the entire colony, especially if the infestation is severe.

Step Three – Seal & Monitor

Once treatment is applied…

• Seal up drilled holes with wood filler or wall patching compound

• Keep monitoring for new signs of activity

• Schedule follow-up inspections to ensure the termites are gone