Can You Get Termites From Someone Else?
WouterTermites are small wood-eating insects that infest houses. They are attracted to lights and moisture and can cause severe structural damage to homes. They also spread bacteria and mold inside the house.
Termites can live in the soil or on the exterior of a home. They eat wood, plaster and other building materials. They will use mud tubes to reach their food sources. Using pheromones to communicate, they will leave a chemical trail to other termites, helping them find the source of their food.
If you see a sign of termite activity, you should call a pest control company immediately. A good pest control service will do a thorough inspection of your home and recommend a course of action.
If you are selling your home, it is important that you disclose any past termite activity. The termite disclosure statement is known as the Residential Seller’s Property Disclosure Statement.
If you are buying a home, you will need to arrange for a pest inspection before closing. If your seller is not willing to disclose termite issues, you can ask them to fix them prior to closing. You can also ask the seller to compensate you for any termite problems you may have had after you move in.
Termites can also infest abandoned buildings. They are likely to hide in old planks. If you want to know if a building has been damaged by termites, you can dig around the foundation and look for any signs of activity.
