During the next 12 months about 365,000 homes will need the services of the fire department. But, during that same period, more than 2 million homes will require some sort of termite treatment. Unfortunately, there is almost no such thing as a homeowner's insurance policy that includes coverage for termite damage. However, there is a way to partially insure your home's safety -- and that is by knowing what to look for. Termites easily can be confused with winged ants. This is because both insects are about the same size and the same dark color. However, close inspection reveals several differences. The flying ant has a narrow waist, a hard body and its two pair of wings are not equal in length. On the other hand, termites have a more rotund figure, a soft body and their two pair of wings are equal in length. Also, a termite's antennae are straight, whereas those of an ant bend midway. Now that you know what to look for -- get going! And that's the On The House tip for today.