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Quick answer: Termite treatment in the NYC area varies widely by method and property size. A localized / spot treatment runs roughly $300–$900; a full subterranean-termite treatment (a liquid soil barrier or a bait-station system around a house) is typically $1,200–$3,500+. A separate WDO / termite inspection for a home sale is about $100–$350, and annual bait-monitoring is roughly $300–$500/year. (Ranges are general estimates, not a quote.)
Typical termite treatment costs
- WDO / termite inspection: ~$100–$350 (a documented “termite letter” for a sale/refinance has its own fee).
- Spot / localized treatment: ~$300–$900 for a contained, early-stage problem.
- Full subterranean treatment: ~$1,200–$3,500+ for a liquid barrier or full bait-station system around the structure.
- Ongoing bait monitoring / renewal: ~$300–$500/year to keep protection and the warranty active.
What changes the price
The biggest factors are property size and foundation type (linear feet treated), the treatment method (liquid barrier vs. baiting), the extent of the infestation and any structural damage, and whether you need ongoing monitoring or a documented warranty. Eastern subterranean termites — the NYC-area type — usually call for a whole-structure approach rather than a quick spot fix.
Why acting early saves money
Termites work silently, so the longer they go undetected the more treatment and repair you face. Catching them at the inspection or spot-treatment stage is far cheaper than addressing structural damage later — and a WDO inspection is often required for a sale anyway. See what termite damage looks like and what termites look like.
Want a real quote? New York Exterminating’s NYC termite inspection & treatment and WDO / termite letter are led by an Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE). Call (347) 210-4646. See also our full pest control cost guide.
A Brooklyn-based, NYSDEC-registered company (Reg. #15140) led by Jorge Bedoya, an Associate Certified Entomologist (ACE). For termites, NYE provides termite inspection and targeted treatment with documented findings. ACE-led work comes with a client portal of service reports and photos, fully bilingual service, and no long-term contract.
Termite Treatment Cost — FAQ
How much does termite treatment cost?
A spot treatment is ~$300–$900; a full subterranean treatment is ~$1,200–$3,500+, depending on property size and method.
How much is a termite inspection?
About $100–$350. A formal WDO/termite letter for a real-estate transaction is a documented inspection with its own fee.
Liquid barrier vs. bait system — which is cheaper?
Spot/liquid work can be cheaper upfront for a contained problem; bait systems add ongoing monitoring but suit many properties. The right choice depends on the structure and infestation, which the inspection determines.
Is ongoing termite protection worth it?
For many homes, annual monitoring (~$300–$500/yr) maintains protection and the warranty, which is usually far cheaper than re-treatment and repairs.
