Termite treatment costs $263 to $1,033 for most homes, a $621 national average per Angi across 7,800 verified projects – with perimeter methods priced at $3 to $20 per linear foot across the three major references.1,2,3 Severe infestations needing whole-home tenting run $2,000 to $8,000.2*
$621
national average, Angi
$263 – $1,033
typical treatment, Angi
$3 – $20
per linear ft, perimeter methods
$2,000 – $8,000
whole-home tenting, HomeGuide
Quick math: perimeter treatments price by the linear feet of your home’s footprint; tenting prices by square foot. A 170 linear ft liquid perimeter treatment costs $510 to $2,720 at Angi’s $3 to $16 rate and $680 to $2,465 at Fixr’s $4 to $14.50 (our math) – Fixr’s $680 national average is exactly that job at its low rate. Tenting a 2,000 sq ft home at $1 to $4 per sq ft comes to $2,000 to $8,000.
Published prices at a glance
Three references, all fetched and read October 2026:
| Measure | Angi1 | HomeGuide2 | Fixr3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Typical project | $263 – $1,033 (avg $621) | $225 – $2,500 (barrier or bait) | $450 – $2,000 (avg $680) |
| Chemical / liquid, per linear ft | $3 – $16 | $3 – $20 | $4 – $14.50 |
| Bait system, per linear ft | $8 – $12 | $7 – $12 | $8 – $12 |
| Fumigation tenting, per sq ft | $5 – $20 per linear ft | $1 – $4 | $1 – $4 |
| Heat tenting, per sq ft | $10 per linear ft | $1 – $3 | $1 – $4 |
| Micro / spot treatment, per sq ft | – | $6 – $8 | $6 – $8 |
| Whole-home tenting total | $1,200 – $2,500+ flat | $2,000 – $8,000 | $2,000 – $8,000 (2,000 sq ft) |
| Small infestation | $250 – $1,200 | – | $300 – $1,200 |
| Severe infestation | $1,200 – $3,000 (large) | – | $1,200 – $6,500 |
| Annual protection plan | $200 – $400 | $200 – $900 | $200 – $900 (contracts) |
| Inspection | Free with treatment plan | $0 – $250 | $150 – $350 |
| Damage repair | $600 – $3,000 typical | – | ~$200 average, up to $10,000+ |
Where they disagree: the averages cluster ($621 vs $680) and liquid rates stay tight ($3 to $20 per linear ft), but the species tables do not – Formosan treatment is $250 to $1,500 at Angi and Fixr versus $800 to $5,000+ at HomeGuide, and drywood runs $225 to $2,500 at Angi and HomeGuide versus $1,000 to $6,500 at Fixr. Tenting shows the widest gap: Angi’s flat $1,200 to $2,500+ sits well below the per-square-foot math HomeGuide and Fixr use, which lands at $2,000 to $8,000 for a 2,000 sq ft home.1,2,3
What pushes the price up
Treatment method: exterior perimeter work (liquid or bait) is the cheapest route; whole-home tenting, priced per square foot, is the most expensive – and micro treatments for early spot infestations cost more per square foot ($6 to $8) but cover far less area.1,2,3
Infestation severity: a small colony runs $250 to $1,200 while a severe one hits $1,200 to $6,500 – early detection is the biggest cost lever, per Angi and Fixr.1,3
Species: subterranean termites are the most common and cheapest to treat ($225 to $2,000); drywood and aggressive Formosan colonies cost more because they need tenting or combination treatments.1,2,3
What they left behind: killing the colony does not fix the damage – repairs average $600 to $3,000 per Angi and can reach $10,000+ when framing or foundation is involved per Fixr.1,3
Three worked examples (we did the math)
| Project | Cost basis | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 170 linear ft liquid perimeter, three rates | Angi $3 – $16, HomeGuide $3 – $20, Fixr $4 – $14.50 – our math | $510 – $3,400 (Fixr’s $680 avg sits inside) |
| Fumigate a 2,000 sq ft home | $1 – $4 per sq ft (HomeGuide, Fixr) – our math | $2,000 – $8,000 (matches both tables) |
| Small vs severe infestation | published ranges (Angi, Fixr) – our comparison | $250 – $1,200 vs $1,200 – $6,500: 5x+ |
These are example projects, not quotes – method, severity, species, home size and region set the real number.
DIY shopping: termite bait stakes at Home Depot (plain link, no affiliate relationship) – Angi says small, single-area infestations are the only realistic DIY case; anything established needs a licensed pro.
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FAQ
How much does termite treatment cost? Most homes pay $263 to $1,033 ($621 average) per Angi; whole ranges run $225 to $2,500 for barrier or bait methods and $2,000 to $8,000 for whole-home tenting.1,2
Can I treat termites myself? Angi says DIY is only realistic for a small infestation limited to one area with proper protective equipment; established colonies need professional chemicals and equipment, and a partial DIY job usually means the problem returns.1
Is an annual protection plan worth it? Plans run $200 to $900 per year across sources and include inspections and retreatment – reasonable insurance against repair bills that average $600 to $3,000 and can pass $10,000.1,2,3
Does homeowners insurance cover termites? No – HomeGuide and Fixr both note policies treat termite damage as gradual and preventable, so treatment and repairs come out of pocket.2,3
Sources
- Angi – Termite Treatment Cost
- HomeGuide – How Much Does Termite Treatment Cost
- Fixr – Termite Treatment Cost
*Prices are 2025-2026 national averages from the cited sources and vary by treatment method, infestation severity, species, home size and region. Get at least three itemized quotes.