Nick is a writer with nearly a decade of experience in the home improvement industry. Now one of Forbes Home’s in-house writers, he previously wrote for Forbes Home as a freelance writer. He has ...

It's easy to confuse termite damage and wood rot. Both result in deteriorating wood and can be devastating to a home. However, termite damage and wood rot have entirely different causes, so their ...

Dennis and Peggy McClosky have had their Toms River home inspected for termites every year since they bought it in 2012. More than a decade later, they’re living a termite nightmare. “This is so ...

Q: Our house turns 100 this year. We have some dry rot on the exterior of the wooden window frames and windowsill. Does one dig it out and fill with a special concrete? What are the options and what ...

Homeowners insurance typically doesn't cover termite damage. Here’s how to prevent it from happening in the first place. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising ...

Even though they’re tiny, termites can cause some outsized damage. Each year, Americans spend an estimated $5 billion on termite control and damage. So does home insurance cover termite damage?