Subterranean termites eat wood Termites are silent. They chew away in places we rarely see. And by the time signs show up, the damage is often bigger than we expected. Many homeowners worry about attic or siding infestations, but it is the basement that deserves extra attention. In fact, termite damage in basements is one of the most overlooked threats inside a home. The worst part? Basements hide the very structures that hold your house up, beams, joists, support posts, sub