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Termites Leave Hidden Damage

Termites destroy the roof’s supporting posts of a home in Royal Palm Beach, Florida. Leading Edge Homes, Inc. installed special braces to support the roof during the repair process. Photograph by: Lori Perry

Homeowner’s Insurance DOES NOT cover termite damage!

According to terminix.com, “Termites are serious business for property owners, causing an estimated $2.5 billion in property damages and repair costs annually – that’s more than the cost incurred from fires or windstorms combined.”

Termites are difficult to detect. Petri’s Positive Pest Control in Wellington, Florida, states, “A large percentage of the average home can’t be seen. In between walls, behind baseboards and in areas of an attic or crawl space are all hidden areas that termites can be harboring.”

The problem is that extensive damage can occur before people notice the problem.

Waiting until there are signs of damage in a home could be dangerous. Homeowners should hire a pest control professional, trained to check for signs of termite activity, to inspect their home annually.

In addition, some pest control companies, including Petri’s, state that even the most thorough inspection does not always reveal the evidence that a home has termites and does not fully guarantee absence of termites.

To ensure peace of mind, have a pest control professional perform a preventative termite treatment.

Pre-Treating for Termites During a Room Addition / Home Improvement

When adding to a home, make sure that the new slab also has a horizontal spray and then a vertical spray to block termites.

If your home has termites, do not make any structural repairs without consulting a general contractor and a structural engineer. Professional advice ensures the structural integrity of a home.

Todd Perry, a State of Florida Certified Building Contractor and president of Leading Edge Homes, Inc., provided this information.

If you have questions about a home improvement project, call Leading Edge Homes at 561-795-2551 or email Todd at: todd@leadingedgehomes.com and he’ll be happy to share his knowledge with you.

Leading Edge Homes, Inc. specializes in improving your lifestyle through room additions, bathroom renovations, kitchen updates, hurricane-resistant screen enclosures, and more!  In business since 1991, they demolish your stress by building your trust.

To ask Todd a question, contact him at 561-795-2551 or visit the Leading Edge Home’s website to discover how they can help you with your next home remodeling project in Palm Beach County.