Here in Florida, our beautiful warm, humid climate comes with a hidden price. Termites. Whether you live in a charming old bungalow in Miami, a beachside home along the coast, or a newer build in Palm Beach, termites don’t discriminate. The real question isn’t whether you should get a termite inspection, it’s how soon, how often, and from whom.
A termite inspection in Florida typically costs between $50 and $325. Prices vary based on home size, location, and inspection method. Coastal homes and large properties often incur higher fees due to added risk and inspection complexity. Annual checks are recommended to prevent damage.
What’s the Average Cost of a Termite Inspection in Florida?
If you’re wondering what you’ll pay for a termite inspection in Florida, most inspections fall between $50 and $325. But like most things in home care, the price tag depends on several key factors, and knowing them can save you money and stress.
Home Size: A compact, single-story bungalow may only require a basic inspection at the lower end of the range, around $50–$150. But larger homes, especially those over 2,500 square feet or with multiple stories, demand more time, more labor, and sometimes more advanced tools, pushing costs toward the higher end.
Your Location:In high-demand urban areas like Miami, Fort Lauderdale, or Tampa, termite inspections tend to cost more simply because of increased demand and operating costs. Meanwhile, homeowners in smaller towns like Ocala or Starke often enjoy lower rates.
Type Of Inspection: A straightforward visual check is cheaper, while inspections that use moisture meters, thermal imaging, or acoustic tools to detect hidden infestations will cost more which may save you from missing a hidden problem.
Here’s a unique but often overlooked point. Coastal Florida homes can see inspection costs rise by 10–20% compared to inland properties. Why? The salty, humid air along the coast accelerates wood wear and increases vulnerability to termites, meaning inspectors often need to spend extra time checking coastal properties more thoroughly.
What Packages and Services Are Typically Offered?
Understanding the difference between basic inspections, detailed inspections, and inspection + treatment packages can help you choose the right service for your home and budget.
Basic Inspections
A basic termite inspection typically costs between $50 and $150. This includes a visual assessment of your home’s interior and exterior, looking for telltale signs like mud tubes, damaged wood, and termite droppings.
These inspections are often bundled or discounted if you’re booking additional pest services, for example, pairing it with general pest control or mosquito treatments. It’s a smart way to save money while tackling multiple household concerns at once.
Detailed Inspections
For homeowners who want a deeper look, detailed inspections run $200–$325. These go beyond the basics, covering crawlspaces, attics, basements, and any hard-to-reach areas where termites love to hide.
We also bring in advanced tools like infrared cameras or acoustic sensors, which help detect termite activity behind walls or under floors; places the naked eye can’t reach.
Be sure to ask whether the inspection includes adjacent outdoor structures like sheds, fences, or decks. These often get missed but can serve as launching pads for termites looking to migrate into your home.
Inspection + Treatment Packages
If termites are found, many companies (including us) offer inspection + treatment bundles that discount the inspection fee if you commit to the recommended treatment.
Here’s what those treatments might cost:
Tent fumigation: $1,500–$8,000+, depending on home size and severity
Bait systems for subterranean termites: $800–$2,500
Localized spot treatments for drywood termites: ~$250 for a 10×10-foot area
For families who want to avoid the hassle of tenting, liquid “no-tent” treatments are available (often at 30–50% less than fumigation) though they may require multiple follow-ups.
Do You Really Need a Termite Inspection?
I get it, nobody wants to spend money on a service they can’t see or touch, “What if the inspector misses something, and I’m left with hidden damage anyway?”
Hoffer Pest Solutions takes that responsibility seriously. Our inspectors are licensed by the state of Florida, required to meet strict standards, and equipped with tools the average homeowner simply doesn’t have. From moisture meters to infrared cameras, professional inspections go far beyond a flashlight and a tap on the wall.
It’s tempting to think you can spot termite problems yourself or just wait until you see an issue. But here’s the thing, by the time visible signs appear, the termites have often been at work for years.
Most homeowners' insurance policies don’t cover termite damage, because it’s considered preventable through routine maintenance. That means skipping inspections can leave you footing the bill for repairs that easily run into the tens of thousands of dollars.
Even if no termites are found during your inspection, the value doesn’t stop there. A professional report gives you actionable recommendations for prevention. Things like:
Sealing entry points
Improving drainage
Adjusting landscaping to reduce moisture around the foundation.
How Often Should Florida Homes Get Inspected?
Annual termite inspections are a must. A termite inspection in Florida goes beyond a superficial check. It requires identifying concealed problems such as moisture issues.
Leaky plumbing under the house, damp crawlspaces, or even poor drainage can create termite magnets, drawing them in even if the rest of your home seems solid.
Now, you might wonder: “I have a metal-frame home, do I need termite protection?”
The answer is, you’re less vulnerable, but you’re not invincible. Termites can still attack wood components like window frames, doors, flooring, and even wooden furniture. Metal frames reduce structural risk but don’t eliminate the need for occasional checks.
For homeowners with wood-frame construction or historic homes, annual inspections are especially critical. These homes offer more entry points and food sources for termites, and the cost of skipping inspections can be catastrophic.
What Should You Expect During a Florida Termite Inspection?
When you schedule a termite inspection, you might picture someone walking around with a flashlight tapping on your walls and while that’s part of it, a proper inspection goes much deeper.
Hoffer Pest Solutions begin with a visual assessment, carefully checking baseboards, window frames, doorways, and the exterior foundation for telltale signs like mud tubes, frass (termite droppings), and wood damage.
We use moisture meters to detect hidden damp areas, infrared cameras to spot heat differences inside walls, and acoustic sensors that can hear termite activity inside wood, tools the average homeowner simply doesn’t have.
Most inspections take about 1–2 hours, depending on your home’s size and layout. For larger homes or multi-family properties, like duplexes or apartment complexes, the process can take longer, and inspections are usually done unit by unit rather than as a single large sweep.
Here’s something many buyers and sellers don’t realize: free inspections offered during real estate deals often skip crawlspaces or attics to save time. If you’re buying or selling a home, make sure to ask for a full, comprehensive inspection so you aren’t blindsided later.
And when choosing an inspector, make sure they’re licensed by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR). That ensures the inspector has the right training, tools, and ethical standards to protect your home properly.
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If you're reading this, it's because you’re worried about termites, and you should be. In Florida’s warm, humid climate, termite damage isn’t a “maybe.” It’s a when. The smartest move? Getting ahead of the problem with a trusted inspection and real solutions that protect your home (and your wallet).
What Hoffer Pest Solutions Can Do for You:
Professional Termite Inspections: Licensed inspectors using infrared cameras, moisture meters, and acoustic tools to find termites before they become visible and expensive.
Sentricon® Bait System: A proven, non-liquid solution that kills termite colonies from the inside out, safe for homes, families, and pets.
Fumigation for Advanced Infestations: Complete home coverage for drywood termites. Our team handles the prep and safety so you can get back to a pest-free home with peace of mind.