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WHY GET A HOME TERMITE INSPECTION?
Termites eat wood from the inside out. That means they leave very little evidence of their presence until an infestation is pretty far along.
A large termite colony feasting on the wood in a home can consume a pound of cellulose a day but it’s usually much less. That can lead to structural damage you won’t want to deal with.
A termite inspection is typically an expense borne by the buyer, but it’s worth the price. Most home purchase agreements are contingent on the results of independent inspections like termite inspections designed to reveal hidden problems and dangers.
You should always get a termite inspection before considering buying a home:
The presence of termites doesn’t necessarily mean a home is unsound, though, especially if the infestation is relatively recent. An expert will know the difference.
A termite inspector can help decipher more than just the warning signs of termites. Most inspectors are trained to recognize the presence of other wood-destroying pests like carpenter ants, too.
If an inspection does reveal termite activity, it might not all be bad news. The signs may be leftover from a previous infestation that has already been dealt with. A qualified termite inspector will recognize the difference between current and past termite activity and provide a guarantee or written statement to that effect. If the home has been treated for termites, the seller should also be able to provide documentation of past termite treatment and any structural repairs that have been made (or may be needed) to fix termite damage.
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