In the heart of Alabama, where charming houses dot the landscape, a pervasive but often unnoticed threat lurks beneath seemingly well-maintained exteriors. Many homes, appearing fine from the outside, conceal termite infestations. Understanding the reasons can help...
termite litigation
Can homeowners seek compensation for nondisclosure of termites?
Termites, those silent destroyers, can wreak havoc on a home's structural integrity. Unbeknownst to many Alabama homeowners, these pests can lurk in the shadows, causing damage that may not be immediately visible. But what happens if the previous owner fails to...
What are termite bonds?
According to Today's Homeowner, you can find termites in 49 of the 50 U.S. states, and approximately 600,000 homes across the country see termite damage each year. Alabama (particularly coastal Alabama) is one of the leading areas of termites. In Alabama, termites...
Can you keep termites from infiltrating your home?
Termites are tiny insects that can cause massive destruction to your home if left unchecked. These wood-eating pests can infiltrate your home and slowly eat away at the structure, leading to costly repairs and a potential decrease in your property's value. Therefore,...
What are termite bonds and letters?
Both buyers and sellers of real estate in the south have legal obligations pursuant to mandatory and optional disclosures. If a seller fails to disclose certain defects in the property, such as termite infestation, the buyer may end up spending thousands of dollars to...
Termite settlement involves 12,000 homes and $60 million
Termite problems can be devastating and require the assistance of an exterminator who engages in fair and legal business practices. But Terminix International recently settled two cases to resolve possible termite litigation. These include a historic $60 million...
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...
Can you sue your home inspector for missing termites?
A home is a substantial investment, so it makes sense if you, like most other homebuyers, invest in a professional home inspection. Though a home inspection is costly, it can be well worth the extra expense if it means identifying costly issues before you close. What...
Can you break your lease due to termites?
Alabama residents like you want to live in a nice, clean space. Unfortunately, pests often make a livable space into one you do not want to be around. Having to deal with termites makes it difficult or impossible to live in your home. Because of that, you may want to...
5 Telltale signs of termite damage in your home
Too often, termites infest and cause thousands of dollars in structural damage to a home before homeowners ever notice any signs of their presence. Unfortunately, when it comes to termites, just because you don’t see the signs, it doesn’t mean they’re not there....