Househand

How often should you inspect for termites?

Once a year.

Best month: March (Northern Hemisphere)

How to do it

Walk the foundation looking for mud tubes, droppings and gaps where pipes enter. Book a professional inspection where termites are common.

Why it matters

Termite damage is rarely covered by homeowner's insurance.

Recommended interval: once a year, per National Pest Management Association.

General guidance for a typical home; the manufacturer's instructions come first.

Track “Inspect for termites and pests” free See the full checklist

Get reminded when it is due

Paper works until it goes on the fridge and stays there. The Househand app keeps the same checklist and tells you when each job comes due, based on when you last did it.

  • A reminder when a job is due, not on a fixed date
  • A history of what you did and when
  • The same schedule as this site, optional tasks and all

The app is not in the stores yet. Until it is, track your house in the browser: same schedule, same rules.

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