Termites are detritivores, or detritus feeders. They feed on dead plants and trees. Termites get nutrients from cellulose, an organic fiber found in wood and plant matter. Wood makes up the majority of the pests' diet, although termites also eat other materials such as paper, plastic, and drywall.

What do termites eat in a house?

Termites never stop eating, even once they have established themselves in your home. To feed their ever-growing colonies, they will devour anything that contains cellulose. Termites will attack lumber, books, magazines, sheetrock (or drywall), wallpaper and fabrics.

What do termites hate?

Termites hate sunlight. In fact, they can actually die if they are exposed to too much sunlight and heat.