The short answer
All US HO forms exclude damage from insects, rodents, and vermin as a maintenance issue. The narrow exception: if hidden termite decay causes a sudden collapse of a covered structure, the collapse itself may be covered — though the insurer will still deny the underlying pest damage.
Frequently asked
- What about termite treatment costs?
- Never covered — treat it as annual maintenance ($150–$400/year).
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