Are Termite Inspections Important When Purchasing a Home in Longmont?

Thankfully, termites aren’t common inside most Longmont homes, but subterranean termites are found in Longmont and can cause significant damage if they enter a home. I see them outdoors quite a bit, though usually damaging fences, decks, and garden boxes. I advise clients to have a termite inspection if a home shows a high risk for termite access. Learn more about how I support my clients.

Even if you’re not buying a home right now, this is worth a read. Homeowners can invite termites by not managing water around their house or deck.

Home Buyers (And Homeowners) Are Finding Termites in Longmont

I first heard about termites locally from a Longmont Estates landowner who DIY’d over $20,000 in repairs due to termite damage caused by poor drainage around their house.

Last year, I saw termite damage at two houses in Longmont Estates, one in Old North Longmont, one by Centennial Pool, and one in Old Town. They’re here, and they can cause real issues.

Ideal Conditions for Front Range Termites

Colorado State University has a fantastic fact sheet on termites, noting that at least three species of subterranean termites are native to our state and can be “locally common.” The silver lining? These pests completely rely on moist soil to thrive. CSU emphasizes that homeowners can easily protect their property by ensuring landscaping and downspouts don’t trap moisture against the foundation or siding.

As the CSU Extension points out: “Human activities, particularly landscaping practices, have greatly changed the termite picture within Colorado… Much of this is due to increased moisture around buildings from poorly directed landscape irrigation and poor management of downspout drainage close to foundation walls.” Colorado State University Extension, “Termites in Colorado“, Plant Talk Colorado, 1400-3.

A Local Termite Inspector Explains How Termites Can Enter A Home

What Can Homeowners Do to Protect Their Home?

If you already own a home, protect your investment:

• Make sure the landscaping and downspouts around your home allow water to move away from the foundation, and don’t store firewood or woody debris near an exterior wall.
• Put a annual reminder on your calendar to make a termite check part of your annual spring or summer home up-keep routine.
• First look all around the exterior of the home for two things:
  • any signs of extra moisture around the outside walls or foundation, and
  • any signs of termite damaged wood or termite frass.
• Grab a flashlight (and a dust mask, if applicable) and head to your crawlspace and basement. Look for signs of excess moisture and termite activity there too.
• If you find anything of concern, or if crawling around the crawlspace is not your thing, schedule a professional inspection.

Next Steps If You Find Termites

• First, keep in mind that it’s far better to catch a problem early. If you find termites in the structure of your home, you’ll want to address the problem quickly. Also, consider how to reduce the risk of future intrusions, based on conditions on your property.
• I called around to check the prices for a few companies offering termite inspections in Longmont. As of spring 2026, some companies I spoke to offer free inspections while other charge as much as $250 just for an inspection.
• If you’d like, I can recommend inspectors and termite control professionals. As with any vendor recommendation, know that I will only recommend professionals whom I know to be well-qualified and well-equipped to help you. Reach out if you’d like a recommendation.

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Termites are actually remarkable little creatures, especially when they are not at your house. Enjoy this video from a recent hike–and let me know if you know what these little guys are. They might be carpenter ants, but regardless, they give you a good idea of how industrious and destructive such small critters can be.