The Importance of a Termite Inspection For Buyers
Termites may be small, but their damage is mighty. Schedule your inspections timely
It can be stressful to buy a new home. The schools in your neighborhood and the commute you have to take have been investigated. There are some new pieces of furniture you would like to purchase. A hidden surprise in the future is not something you want. It is vital to have a termite inspection performed on your new home so that you will be able to enjoy it for many years to come – without worrying about termites.
It is very easy for termites to damage wood in and around a house very quickly. According to the National Pest Management Association, it is estimated that termite-caused property damage exceeds $5 billion every year. This type of damage is rarely covered by insurance.
Wood and the ground are usually home to termites. It is rare to see them. There might be an army of termites in a tunnel or mud tube. When termites are looking for mates, they sometimes swarm or fly. In mature termite colonies, swarmers are a sign of maturity. They are responsible for leaving the colony, mating, and starting new colonies.
Inspecting for mud tunnels and other signs that termites are tunneling underneath can only be done by a qualified pest control inspector who has experience and knowledge of termite behavior. Termite inspections provide a detailed report on existing damage and termites, as well as assess whether your home will have future termite problems based on the answers to several questions, including:
- Is your home built on a slab of wood?
- What is the distance between your wooden fence and your home?
- What is your home’s drainage system like?
Every home buyer should conduct an in-depth termite inspection before purchasing a house. Contact Suburban Exterminating in Long Island, NY, for more information or to schedule an inspection. By searching the National Pest Management Association, you can find a professional in other areas.