Alabama sees more than its fair share of termite activity, and for this reason, potential homebuyers should tread carefully before deciding to invest in a particular property. Having a termite or pest inspection performed has the potential to save you considerable money in the long run. It may do so either by making you think twice about the purchase or helping you combat the problem before it gets worse.
Per Redfin, having a professional conduct a termite inspection of a property you are considering buying may lead to the following three benefits.
1. It helps give you peace of mind
Termite damage is often not visible to the naked eye, so you do not always know what you are getting yourself into when you buy a new property. A termite inspection that reveals no major problems may give you peace of mind that you are making a smart investment.
2. It may give you negotiating power
In the event that a termite inspection does reveal termite activity, you may be able to use this information as a bargaining tool. You may be able to negotiate a lower price for the home if you have to pay for pest control services before moving in.
3. It may help you save money over time
The longer termites are active in a particular property, the higher the likelihood of them causing major structural damage. Identifying termite problems early on may help cut costs associated with eradicating these pests from your property.
Keep in mind that while a traditional home inspection may reveal termite damage, it typically does not go into detail about the damage. To get a true sense of whether termites are a problem in a particular property, consider having a termite-specific inspection performed.
