Climate change affects the world in large and small ways, but many probably do not consider the termite in this global problem. As a species suited for tropical, subtropical and warm temperate regions, the termite's stomping grounds are around the Southeast like...
How to check if your home still has termites after extermination
Termites present a costly and thoroughly inconvenient threat to your home. When you notice the telltale signs of a termite infestation, you likely place your trust in an exterminator to remove the problem entirely. Professionals employ a number of termite control...
How a termite contract differs from a wood infestation report
Termites love warm weather. But if you are about to purchase the home of your dreams, you will want to know that it is free of these pests. If homeownership is a new experience for you, be aware that there are differences between a wood infestation report and a...
What a Wood Infestation Inspection Report does and does not cover
If you have found the house you wish to buy, one of the many documents you will become familiar with is the Official Alabama Wood Infestation Inspection Report. What does this report cover—and, equally important, what does it exclude? About the report The Wood...
What kind of termites does your home have?
You thought you and your family found the home of your dreams, only now it seems you moved into a nightmare property. Not only did the seller not disclose termite damage, but you also noticed signs of a termite infestation. Perhaps the termite company did not do a...
Is it legal to sell a home infested with termites in Alabama?
Termites are a major pest in Alabama, especially in the spring and summer months when they begin to swarm. They are capable of wreaking havoc on the structural integrity of your home if left alone for long enough. According to the United States Environmental...
What are the HUD termite inspection requirements for an existing property?
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development can help people to ensure their homes are safe. The department assists homebuyers in some situations. If you are working with HUD, you may have to undergo a termite inspection for your property. According to the...
Does your homeowner’s insurance policy cover termite damage?
Consuming wood and forming potentially extensive colonies, termites continue to be a major problem for homeowners in Alabama and across the South. This small but voracious pest causes more than $5 billion in property damage every year in the U.S. Unfortunately, most...
Failure to prevent termite infestation after construction
If you recently purchased a home and discovered a termite infestation, you could have a number of hardships to work through. Aside from the financial hurdles that come with termites and property damage, these infestations can also create hardships from a mental point...
How can you identify termite damage in your home?
Termite damage in your home may seem like nothing more than a nuisance at first. However, if ignored, the problem could worsen and potentially compromise the integrity of the structure. Knowing how to identify termite damage can help you act promptly if you notice...