Termites in Tenerife South

How to deal with termites in Tenerife South, Spain. Risk level, season window, prevention tips, and recommended products for expats and homeowners.

Why Are Termites a Problem in Tenerife South?

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 Tenerife South:

• 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 Tenerife South?

• 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 Tenerife South?

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 Tenerife South?

Termite Control Companies in Tenerife South

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