The present invention provides termite detection systems, the systems comprising at least one sensor, wherein the sensor generates a signal when there is moisture caused by termite activity; at least one digital processor coupled to the sensor, wherein the digital processor receives the signal from the sensor; and at least one warning device coupled to the digital processor, wherein the warning device is activated when the digital processor receives the signal form the sensor. The present invention also provides methods for detecting termites in a building, the methods comprising: installing a termite detection system in the building; and monitoring the termite detection system until moisture is detected in the building.