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WHY?
Having
a termite inspection provided to your current home or the home
you are in the process of purchasing will be one of the most important
inspections you will choose. Inspections are offered in order
to evaluate if there are any current wood destroying insect problems
within the structure as well as document any damage that me be
present at the time of the inspection. A thorough initial inspection
by a qualified termite inspector is the first and most important
step in protecting your property. The purpose of the inspection
is to determine if termites or other wood destroying insects have
infested the structure and to establish a specific treatment plan
based on the conditions that are present.
WHO?
The
companies listed below are members of the Summit County Pest Control
Association and offer as part of their service programs: "Wood
Destroying Insect Inspections".
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WHAT?
Here
are some basics that should be followed by each and every inspector.
The
inspector should:
Visually
inspect all accessible areas of the structure, both inside and
outside, that are susceptible to termite and other wood destroying
insect infestation.
Probe and/or sound test accessible areas of the structure that
are prone to termite and other wood destroying insect attack.
Tell
you about inaccessible or obstructed areas. Also, make recommendations
for gaining access to those areas not currently available for
treatment if treatment is needed.
Identify
and note any visible evidence of termite or other wood destroying
insect infestation and/or damage.
Note
conditions which cause termite and other wood destroying insect
infestations and recommend how to eliminate or correct the conditions.
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A
qualified inspector is trained to look for visible signs of termite
and other wood destroying insect infestations. However, the inspector
is usually unable to inspect behind walls and paneling, into wall
voids, under floor coverings, beyond ceiling panels, or through
other cosmetic coverings that are part of the structural elements
of the home. It is possible that insect activity and/or damage
may be present and remain undetected even after a thorough inspection.
The PCO cannot be held responsible for any infestation or damage
that occurs in inaccessible areas that he or she cannot inspect.
For this reason it is important that you look at the report when
issued and understand where these inaccessible areas are.
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