Drywood termites · Middleburg, FL
Drywood Termite Control in Middleburg, FL
Frass is the small, hard, pellet-like droppings that drywood termites push out of the wood they live in, and little piles of it below trim, furniture or window sills are a common sign of drywood termites. Unlike subterranean termites, drywood termites do not need contact with soil. Honeywell’s Pest Control offers free estimates at (904) 415-1083.
Signs
Signs of drywood termites
- Small piles of six-sided pellets (frass), cream, red or black, below trim, window sills, furniture or attic wood
- Kick-out holes about the size of a pen tip where pellets are pushed out
- Winged termites indoors from March to June, or discarded wings on sills
- What looks like sawdust that keeps coming back after you sweep it up
Found mud tubes instead? That points to subterranean termites. See all termite control options.
How it works
How Honeywell’s treats drywood termites
Call for a free estimate
Tell us where you are finding pellets or wings. Sweep up the frass and note where it comes back.
Inspect
We confirm the termites are drywood and find which wood they are in and how widespread they are.
Explain the options and the price
The right treatment depends on where the termites are and how far they have spread. You get the price before work starts.
Treat
We carry out the treatment and walk you through what was done.
Stand behind the work
Honeywell’s offers a warranty. Ask for the terms with your estimate.
Pricing
What affects the cost of drywood termite treatment
- How many areas of the home have activity
- Whether the termites are in one piece of wood or spread through the structure
- Access to the wood: furniture, trim, walls or attic framing
- The treatment method that fits the job
The estimate is free, and HomeAdvisor reviewers say Honeywell’s final price matched the quote.
Florida facts
Drywood termites in Florida: what UF/IFAS says
- Drywood termite colonies live inside the wood and are not connected to the ground, so they build no mud tubes.
- Drywood frass is six-sided pellets, cream, red or black, pushed out through kick-out holes about the size of a pen tip.
- Frass piles are often mistaken for sawdust, and old pellets don’t always mean the colony is still active.
- Spot treatment suits a confined drywood infestation; tent fumigation is used when colonies are widespread or hidden in several places.
Sources: UF/IFAS: Termite prevention and control (IN1277) · UF/IFAS: West Indian drywood termite (IN236) · UF/IFAS: Drywood termite (IN537)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is frass, and does it mean termites?
Frass is the name for the hard, pellet-like droppings drywood termites push out of the wood they live in. Small piles of it below trim, furniture or window sills are one of the clearest signs of drywood termites. Sweep it up and watch whether it returns, then call Honeywell’s Pest Control at (904) 415-1083.
How are drywood termites different from subterranean termites?
Drywood termites live entirely inside dry wood and do not need contact with soil, so they leave pellets rather than mud tubes. Subterranean termites nest in the ground and build mud tubes to reach wood. Because they live differently, they are treated differently. Honeywell’s Pest Control identifies which one you have first. Call (904) 415-1083.
When do drywood termites swarm in Florida?
UF/IFAS says drywood termites swarm from March through June in Florida. Winged termites indoors don’t by themselves mean an infestation, but wings or pellets in several places are worth an inspection. Honeywell’s Pest Control gives free termite estimates in Middleburg and nearby Clay County towns at (904) 415-1083, Monday to Friday.
Do drywood termites always need tenting?
Not always. UF/IFAS says spot treatment suits a confined infestation, while tent fumigation is used when colonies are widespread, because spot work can miss hidden colonies. Which one makes sense depends on the inspection. Honeywell’s Pest Control explains the options and the price before any work starts. Call (904) 415-1083.
Does old frass mean termites are still active?
Not always. UF/IFAS notes that old pellets don’t necessarily mean a colony is still active, and frass is often mistaken for sawdust. Sweep the area clean and watch for fresh pellets over the next few weeks. If they come back, call Honeywell’s Pest Control at (904) 415-1083 for a free inspection estimate.
Where we serve
Drywood termite control near Middleburg
Honeywell's Pest Control is based in Middleburg and serves Clay County towns and communities within 40 miles, for homes and businesses.
Also serving Lakeside, Fleming Island, Orange Park, Green Cove Springs, Keystone Heights and nearby parts of Duval, St. Johns, Bradford, Baker and Putnam counties. Not sure if you are in range? Call (904) 415-1083.
Reviews
What customers say
Our wdo Serv was done by Drew he was very professional and thorough. The prices are so reasonable we are going to use them for all of our pest and termite control. Thanks we look forward to working with y'all.
Sheila H. Google review · 2026
Drew did a very good check on my whole house and was very impressed and pleased.
Rose H. Google review · 2026
Drew went above and beyond in making sure I got my bang for my buck. Friendly and professional upon arrival and made sure I understood everything he was doing. Hopefully I won't have to😅 but if I ever have a bug problem again, I'm going to Honeywell's!
Jennifer P. Google review · 2023