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Termites under the Roof: Why a House in Artà Becomes a Warning

Why Older Mallorca Homes Face Higher Termite Risk

Older Mallorca homes with wooden beams and hidden roof spaces are especially vulnerable to termite damage.

Published: April 22, 2026
Termites under the Roof: Why a House in Artà Becomes a Warning

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Why are older houses in Mallorca more at risk of termite damage?

Older houses and fincas in Mallorca often have original wooden beams and roofs, which are exactly the kind of material termites target. When those structures have been covered over, bricked up or poorly ventilated during renovations, pests can spread unnoticed for years.

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