Living with asthma can be disheartening. After all, even if you are on daily medication and have a rescue inhaler, you may not be able to ward off an asthma attack forever. As you know in addition to being scary, asthma attacks can be deadly. According to the Asthma...
Who is responsible for the termite infestation in your new home?
Termites are a serious threat to the structural integrity of homes across the country. They thrive in the warm, damp climate in Alabama, which makes them a concern in local communities as well. If you purchase a house and discover a termite infestation, you may have...
Is DIY termite removal a good option?
If you are in the market for a new home, you probably shudder every time you think about the possibility of purchasing a property with a termite infestation. After all, termites can quickly devastate a structure. If you do not spot the problem early, you may be in...
What first-time buyers should know about inspections
Most first-time home buyers are busy thinking about what they want their house to look like rather than fixating on potential problems like termites. However, this is a very real issue that can affect the buyer's quality of life. Most home buyers will learn about the...
Should you have a termite inspection done?
Termite activity in Alabama is not an unusual occurrence, so it is important for homebuyers and prospective property buyers in the area to keep this in mind when trying to pick up new property. Having a termite inspection done can feel like an unnecessary expense in...
What should you know about inspection fraud?
Most people choose not to accompany their inspectors when they do their inspections, fully believing that they are professionals who will not make mistakes or cut corners. But what happens if the pest company is actually a scam, or willing to commit fraud?...
What are subterranean termites?
Termites do a hefty amount of damage to houses throughout the country. Certain types of termites may actually do even more harm than others, on top of that. What about subterranean termites? Do these pose a significant danger? What happens if they have taken up...
3 ways to reduce the risk of buying an Alabama home with termites
Individuals prepared to buy a home in Alabama must consider many factors before moving to close on a property. One issue that some prospective homebuyers may overlook is a termite infestation, which can cause severe damage to any wooden structures or building...
The true cost of termite damage
The joy of finding your forever home may quickly turn into a nightmare if you discover a termite infestation. In Alabama, as the buyer, you must ask about a termite infestation. The seller only needs to notify you about the presence of potentially harmful hazards....
Rescission may be a remedy for undisclosed termite damage
Sellers are legally required to disclose certain information about the real estate they are trying to sell. In Alabama, sellers must disclose any defects that impact health or safety. They must also disclose any defects that you ask about. If you ask about termite...