Inspections for Termites and Other Pests
Termites and other wood destroying insects such as carpenter ants can do massive damage to a home and greatly impact its value. In humid areas where termites are a problem, it’s not unusual to find many homes that have been virtually hollowed out, their wood siding turning to dust at a touch.
How do I Prevent Termite Infestation?
There are many steps you can take toward preventing infestation if you know what termites look for and take steps to make your home less attractive to them. Termites are ground insects that look for habitats that provide food, moisture and shelter close to the ground. Any place where wood meets ground qualifies, especially if the soil in that area stays moist. Correcting this situation may require re-grading to separate soil from any wood around your home. Since mulch and many other landscaping materials cause the soil to remain moist, you should make sure to minimize mulching around your foundation. Some experts recommend mulching no closer than a foot from your home’s foundation. You should also stack your firewood away from your home, preferably by several feet. Make sure that gutters and downspouts are in good condition and keep moisture from accumulating. You should also make sure to eliminate any moisture problems in and around your home, especially in basements and crawlspaces. You can also hire professional termite exterminators to apply chemical treatments that protect your home. Be sure to find out how long the treatments last. The chemicals on the market today generally protect your home for up to 5 years.
How do I Know if My Home Has Termites?
It takes an expert to detect hidden termite damage. Home inspections do not include a termite inspection. However, a normal part of a home inspection includes looking for the damage from termites and other wood destroying insects. If such damage is found, this information will be contained in your home inspection report. Additionally, if your mortgage provider requires the NPMA-33 form as part of your mortgage, we will provide that form.
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Radon Gas Testing
/0 Comments/in Inspection Services /by pippindesignRadon Gas is created when uranium in the soil decays. The gas then seeps through any access point into a home.
Water Quality Testing & Well Yield Testing
/0 Comments/in Inspection Services /by pippindesignTesting your drinking water for the presence of organic and inorganic chemicals.
Inspections for Wood Destroying Insects
/0 Comments/in Inspection Services /by pippindesignTermites and other wood destroying insects such as carpenter ants can do massive damage to a home.
Pre-Sale Inspections for Sellers
/0 Comments/in Inspection Services /by pippindesignIf you are selling a home, you’ll get the highest price in the shortest time, if your home is in top condition.
Home and Condo Inspections
/0 Comments/in Inspection Services /by pippindesignThe inspection report will tell you what needs to be repaired and what routine maintenance tasks you should perform to keep the house in top condition.
Multi-family Home Inspections
/0 Comments/in Inspection Services /by pippindesignThere are good reasons to have a professional inspection performed on the new home or investment property you are buying. Buying a new house is likely the largest purchase decision you’ll ever make. The whole process is fraught with emotion and stress.