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Pest Inspection Center
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Buyers shall have the option to
perform a pest inspection, unless mandated by a lender that a pest
inspection must be performed on the property. Pest Inspectors
check inside and outside of a home
for any visible evidence or any indication of damage from wood
destroying insects.
Common mistakes. The most common mistake made by builders, concreters,
landscapers and homeowners is that the ground level next to the house is raised too
high and voids any warranty. The raised level substantially increases the risk of termite
entry in concealed areas, particularly if wood chips have been used in landscaping near
the house. The wood chips are a material food source for termites and you just invite
them to enter your home.
Prior to installing any landscaping, turf, concrete, paving or surface
finishes against a house, then the clearance required must be observed to reduce
the risk of termite entry. Pest reports should recommend lowering of external
surfaces that do not comply with the systems installed in an existing house.
The next common mistake is to not have annual pest inspections. Most systems
installed will not stop termite activity, but make life more difficult for termites.
Early detection and additional pest management is required to reduce the structural damage.
The last common mistake is the belief that a termite system will last the life of a
building. In many cases it will not and will provide little or no protection against
infestation, even if the correct procedures are followed. For example, a chemical hand-spray
around a building complies, but has an expected lifespan of 5 years. After that the chemical has deteriorated to the stage that it is ineffective. These systems are difficult to later provide adequate protection as concrete paths and driveways have been poured and pavers fitted.
Also, landscaping is usually a feature and expense. Reticulation systems can be initially or later fitted, but rely on chemicals and require recharging (for a fee) every 3-5 years.
So the type of termite system fitted to a building will have substantial later impact on
the building, as well as maintenance costs.
It is important to consider the termite system
when building or buying a property. Most systems comply with some form of standard if installed
properly and later trades keep the external finishes to the correct levels. Basically, you get
what you pay for. The cheap systems to install will later provide little or no protection and
will incur considerable cost in installing what will be an attempt to reduce infestation. The
more expensive (around $1,500 to install) will not require top up or recharging and will be more
economical in the long term.
What is the cost for the pest inspection?
The cost usually runs approximately $60-$90 depending on the
size of the home.
If there are signs of pest infestation, the lender may require a
structural letter by a certified
building inspector or structural engineer. This cost may be up
to $75 additional if provided
by someone different than your Home Inspector …
Recommended
Pest Inspectors:
Mark Gibson
Supervisor Gibson Pest Control, Inc.
2126 Hendersonville Rd.
P.O. Box 989
Skyland, NC 28776
Office: (828) 684-1353
Cell: (828) 777-1577
Home: (828) 628-9841
Don Macrae
Licensed Pest Inspector
Formax Termite and Pest Control Services
P.O. Box 17127 Asheville, NC 28816
Office: (828) 255-8955
Toll Free: (888) 4-FORMAX (436-7629)
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