Fire, flood, and wind can all wreak havoc on the wood in your home. But they are not the biggest threat to your house. That distinction, according to experts, belongs to the ever-hungry termite — and one especially destructive member of the family, the Formosan subterranean termite. Five things you may not know about termite risk What can builders do to combat termites? Builders have tried a number of approaches to preventing termite damage, and adding protection at the beginning of a project is much easier than trying to attack the problem after a termite infestation has begun. Using termite-resistant building products is one way to termite-proof buildings. There are a number of additional possible solutions: In recent years, vinyl has taken over as the dominant material for windows and doors, outpacing wood due to its durability and cost-effectiveness. Untreated wood can incur issues around longevity. But no designer wants…