Termites in Palma de Mallorca

How to deal with termites in Palma de Mallorca, Spain. Risk level, prevention tips, recommended products, and local pest control companies for expats.

Why Are Termites a Problem in Palma de Mallorca?

Subterranean termites (Reticulitermes spp.) cause millions of euros in damage to Spanish properties each year, especially in older buildings with wooden beams. Spring swarms (typically March–May) are the most visible sign of an established colony. The Canary Islands face additional risk from the invasive drywood termite Cryptotermes brevis.

Risk Factors in Palma de Mallorca:

• Older properties with wooden beams
• Moisture damage and wood-soil contact
• Costal humidity
• Garden trees and stumps near foundations

Which Termites Species Are Found in Palma de Mallorca?

• Subterranean termite (Reticulitermes lucifugus / R. banyulensis)
• Drywood termite (Cryptotermes brevis — Canary Islands)
• Yellow-necked dry-wood termite (Kalotermes flavicollis)

How Do You Prevent Termites in Palma de Mallorca?

1. Inspect wooden structures annually for mud tubes and frass
2. Eliminate wood-to-soil contact around foundations
3. Fix leaks and reduce humidity in basements and crawl spaces
4. Treat exposed beams with preventive borate solution

What Is the Best Product for Termites in Palma de Mallorca?

Termite Control Companies in Palma de Mallorca

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