When learning that a home has a history of termites, you may be wary of moving forward with a purchase. Fortunately, as long as there is no active infestation and proper safeguards have been put in place, it is generally considered safe.ย
Further, a past infestation of termites does not mean that the home is more susceptible to termites in the future. With this in mind, a home with termite damage can be a safe buy, so long as you take precautions and get a WDI report.ย
Can I Sell My Home If I Had Termites?
Homes are usually more difficult to sell if you have any structural damage (termite or other). This doesnโt mean that your home canโt or wonโt sell, but rather, the damage can lower the value of the property. Being transparent about termite damage in the selling process is important, no matter how small (or large) the damage. Knowing this, we recommend being prepared to pay forย inspections, treatments, and potential repairs when you are in the process of selling.
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Tips For Buying a Home With Termite Damage
When hearing that your dream home has had a previous termite problem, you may feel like the home is off the table. There are several steps you can take to ensure you are purchasing a home safely, despite a history of termites:ย
- Find a WDI report that lists a history of past, present, or possible future infestations.
- If damage is found, you can use that information to negotiate with the seller about treatment and repair costs.ย
- It is possible for a WDI report to miss an event, so ask the seller directly about the infestation history.ย
- If a home has significant structural damage or active termites, the buyer gets the final say about whether or not to purchase the home.ย
- If past infestations have been successfully addressed, you should feel more confident moving forward with purchasing the property.
Buying Homes With Termite Damage in Manhattan, Kansas City Metro and surrounding areas.
As with most aspects of property maintenance, the best way to prevent termite damage is to proceed with routine preventative services. Your local team of professional termite exterminators is here to help you prevent or eliminate termites on your property year-round.
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