Hello World! Welcome Friends! In a five-month period, 60,000 termites can chew through one foot of a 2×4 beam in your home. Not only would the damage be a huge out-of-pocket expense, but it’s a safety concern as well.
Termites aren’t the only pests that can cause problems. Rodents, cockroaches, bed bugs, flies, and other wood-boring insects are among the many pests that invade American homes.
Spotting an infestation when you’re in the market to buy a new house isn’t as simple as you may think. Pest and termite inspection should be done by a trained expert to give you the confidence in your home-purchasing decision.
Why You Need A Pest and Termite Inspection
According to the National Pest Management Association, termites cause $5 billion worth of damage to U.S. homes every year that homeowners end up paying for out of pocket.
Because homeowners’ insurance doesn’t normally cover termite damage, it’s important to have a building and pest inspection before buying a house and to continue with regular home inspections. Even if you still think you don’t need one, your mortgage lender may require a pest inspection before giving out a loan.
Benefit for the Buyer
There are several benefits to having your home inspected by a trained professional.
- A building and pest inspection are performed by a licensed professional who has a trained eye for detecting signs of damage from a possible home infestation. They may spot problems that you may never notice at first glance.
- Nobody wants to buy a home with a pest problem. The official inspection report gives you the necessary information to make a decision regarding the purchase of a property.
- Getting rid of pests is costly and takes time. Pest problems can give you a helping hand in price negotiations.
- Termites and other wood-boring insects can damage the structural integrity of a home, making it unsafe for you and your loved ones. An inspection will guarantee your safety and give you peace of mind.
The Inspection
Termites are more destructive than any other pest. Your pest inspector will look for signs of damage and infestation from termites and other pests like rodents, carpenter ants, and cockroaches.
Inspectors will check these areas for any signs of pest activity:
- The external perimeter of the home
- Fencing and landscaping such as trees and stumps
- Subfloors
- Inside the home such as baseboards and door frames
- Roof void wood and accessibility
Mud tubes, piles of wings or molting, damaged or moist wood, bubbling paint, gnawed wiring, and droppings are all reasons for concern. Inspectors will take photographic evidence of their findings for their inspection report.
If no signs of infestation are found, an inspector will share ways to minimize the chance of a problem in the future.
Confidence in Your Decision
Every buyer wants confidence in the decision they made without the possibility of future regret. A pre-purchase Termite Inspection and Treatment Service will help give you that comfort.
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