Rentokil Terminix Report Flags Florida, California, Texas as Top Termite Hotspots with $5B Damage
Rentokil Terminix’s 2025 termite risk report, based on proprietary pest-management data, identifies Florida, California, Texas and Georgia as the highest-risk states, citing over $5 billion in annual U.S. property damage costs. The analysis warns that rising temperatures are expanding termite activity into the Midwest and Northeast.
1. Report Overview
Rentokil Terminix released its inaugural Top Termite-Infested U.S. States report using 2025 proprietary pest management data, field expertise and technician insights to evaluate structural risk nationwide. The report highlights the importance of proactive prevention given annual termite damage and treatment costs exceeding $5 billion.
2. Top-Risk States and Rankings
The analysis ranks Florida first, followed by California, Texas, Georgia, Tennessee, Pennsylvania, Arkansas, Ohio, New York and Maryland as the most termite-prone states. Consistently warm, humid climates and dense development in these regions sustain high termite activity year-round.
3. Climate Trends and Market Impact
Shorter winters and rising average temperatures are enabling colonies to migrate into the Midwest and Northeast, increasing service demand outside traditional high-risk zones. This geographic expansion presents growth opportunities for Rentokil Terminix’s preventive inspections and treatment plans.