That's damage that can be prevented.
Termites are tough, determined and highly efficient.
The main goal of the worker termite is to find cellulose containing materials. That includes every wooden feature in your home. Termites can't distinguish between the wood in your home and the wood in the forest. It's important to remember that just because you've never seen termites or termite swarms in your home, that doesn't necessarily mean your home is termite-free. It can take up to three years before a termite colony produces swarmers.