Even though it is such a infinitesimal creature, a termite causes costly damage to property every year. Because the termite chiefly dines on wood, wooden structures, such old houses are prone to infestation. Aside from wood, paper (books are made out of paper), soft parts of building materials (the filtration system of a swimming pool), and the insulating components in homes and other structures are also included in a termite’s food source. Also, termites will also dine on plants, harming them.