A termite infestation can spell disaster when buying a home, especially in the southern United States such as in Alabama. This is because homes in humid areas or located near water may be more susceptible and vulnerable to a termite infestation and termite damage....
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The true extent of termite damage may not be immediately visible
Looking for the signs of termite damage can be an important way to protect your investment in your home. Unfortunately, these signs may not tell you the degree of the damage that the termites have done. By the time they arise, the termites may already have...
Does homeowners insurance cover termite damage?
If you have wondered why it is important for Termite companies to do a good job when eradicating termites from your home or reporting infestations, it is because the Termite company might be the only protection you have if you have an infestation of termites. Even...
How to tell termites from ants
When you spot little pests in your home, it’s easy to brush them off and say, oh, we’ve got ants. Or maybe you go the other direction and assume everything is a house-destroying termite. Either species is a pest, but as a homeowner it can be helpful to know the...
How can I know if a house has termites?
To a new home buyer, the word "termites" may be one of the last words they would want to hear from a realtor or home inspector. Understanding how termite infestations may be found or prevented matters a lot in a home purchase process. Termites not always easily seen...
Different types of termites
When a potential homeowner thinks about the various things they will want to investigate prior to finalizing the purchase of a new property, they may often think about things like the condition of the roof or vital systems like the heating and cooling systems. Some...
What should homeowners know about termite damage and repairs?
Termite infestation. Two words that strike fear into the hearts of homeowners and buyers in Alabama and throughout the country. Despite their small size, a termite colony may wreak havoc on your home, causing substantial damage that may require you to make significant...
The emotional side of termite damage
Buying a home brings up many different concerns, from financial matters to stress associated with relocating an entire family. However, some new homeowners face additional challenges that cause significant distress, such as an unexpected termite problem. Termites...
What contributes to a termite infestation?
You have lived in your new Alabama home for a little while and have gotten settled. Recently, you have noticed what looks like evidence of termites in your property. You suspect that the seller may have failed to disclose the issue, or maybe the termite company hired...
How to tell if a seller is hiding a termite problem?
If you are buying a home in Alabama, one thing you should be on the lookout for is termite damage. Because the damage caused by termites can be excessive, people will sometimes try to get away with selling homes without paying for the costly repairs. If you have wound...