Termites are known for causing the most costly damage when it comes to pest infestations. A serious termite problem can cost thousands of dollars to repair the damage. Nationwide, it is estimated that termites cause nearly 5 billion dollars in damage every year.
Expenses from Termite Infestations
Homeowners have done a good job at catching infestations before the damage has become too severe. Most of the repairs from an infestation are cosmetic or small in scale and can be resolved after spending just a few hundred dollars. Infestations that have festered for several years (usually around five years or more) can lead to structural damage. At this point, the cost of repairs goes up significantly.
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Damage From Termites
- Minor termite infestation damage: Minor damage includes discoloration on floors, walls, and sheetrock, and may cause paint to chip. Tunneling activity in the wood can cause hardwood floors to bend and buckle. Repairs to cosmetic damage are usually in the hundreds of dollars range.
- Structural or property damage: As termites make their way through structural beams or walls in your home, the durability of the home is compromised. This leads to a more costly repair that varies in cost depending on the extent of the damage. As a general note, structural damage repairs are typically at least a couple thousand dollars.
Termite Treatment or Prevention Costs
The cost of termites is alarming to many homeowners, not to mention that the integrity of your home may never be the same. Being proactive about knowing the signs of termites is one of the best ways to prevent an infestation from taking place or from getting out of control. Having regular inspections of your home by a local professional, such as American Pest Management, is one of the best ways to ensure your home is safe from termites.
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