Termites are known as “silent destroyers” they can eat away at your property without you even knowing. In Malaysia’s humid climate, termite infestations are very common and can affect homes, offices, restaurants, and even new buildings under construction.
In this blog, we’ll cover:
What termites are and how they behave
Signs of a termite infestation
The damage termites can cause
Treatment options (corrective, baiting, pre/post-construction)
Prevention and long-term protection
Termites are wood destroying insects that feed on cellulose, found in wood, paper, cardboard, and even drywall. They live in colonies and work silently, often undetected until serious damage is done.
Malaysia is home to several types of termites, but the most common are:
Subterranean termites – Live underground, enter buildings through the soil
Drywood termites – Nest inside wooden furniture or beams
Dampwood termites – Found in decaying, moist wood
| Sign | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Mud tubes | Pencil-sized tunnels on walls or floors — used for movement |
| Hollow wood | Wood sounds empty when tapped (termites eat from inside out) |
| Discarded wings | Found near windows or doors (sign of swarmers) |
| Termite droppings | Dry pellets or dust near wooden furniture |
| Bubbling paint | May look like water damage but caused by termites underneath |
If you spot any of these signs, it’s time to call a professional immediately.
Termites don’t sleep — they eat 24/7. In a short time, they can cause serious structural damage to:
Wooden door and window frames
Skirting, floorboards, ceiling panels
Cabinet interiors and furniture
Office partitions and built-ins
Stored documents or cardboard boxes
Wooden pallets in warehouses
The worst part? Most property insurance doesn’t cover termite damage, so prevention is key.
At PestSol Sdn Bhd, we offer several treatment methods depending on the type and severity of infestation:
For active infestations (usually in landed properties)
Drill & inject termiticide into soil around the building
Creates a chemical barrier termites can’t cross
Common for homes and ground-level shop lots
For long-term colony elimination
Termites are lured to bait stations
They carry the toxic bait back to the nest
Slowly kills the entire colony, including the queen
Suitable for offices, condominiums, and warehouses
Applied during early stages of building
Soil is treated with termiticide before foundation is poured
Prevents termites from attacking once building is complete
Essential for developers and renovation contractors
For existing buildings without current infestation
Preventive method
Creates a barrier around the perimeter to keep termites out
Recommended after renovations or repairs
Whether you’ve had termites before or not, prevention is the best approach:
Fix leaking pipes and moisture problems
Avoid wood-to-soil contact around your property
Keep wooden furniture dry and away from damp walls
Don’t store cardboard boxes on the floor long-term
Schedule annual termite inspections
Homeowners – Especially landed property with garden soil
Restaurants & cafés – Wooden interiors or old shoplots
Hostels & accommodations – Shared wooden beds, cabinets
Offices & retail – Drywall, partitions, paper storage
Warehouses – Wooden pallets and packaging materials
Contractors/Developers – Must ensure new buildings are treated
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