Would my insurance cover damage caused by termites?

Unfortunately insurance policies do not normally cover pest damage - some actually have a termite damage exclusion clause.

Unfortunately insurance policies do not normally cover pest damage - some actually have a termite damage exclusion clause. Where termite cover is available, the premium is often unreasonably high. A pre purchase inspection may save effort in the long run by providing an insight into the condition of the house and its susceptibility to termite attack.