{"id":3687,"date":"2016-11-16T03:40:29","date_gmt":"2016-11-16T08:40:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.allisonpest.com\/blog\/?p=3687"},"modified":"2016-11-06T16:42:13","modified_gmt":"2016-11-06T21:42:13","slug":"what-do-i-need-to-know-about-wood-destroying-insects-before-i-buy-a-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.allisonpest.com\/blog\/2016\/11\/16\/what-do-i-need-to-know-about-wood-destroying-insects-before-i-buy-a-home\/","title":{"rendered":"What Do I Need to Know About Wood Destroying Insects Before I Buy a Home?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Termites, carpenter ants, and other bugs that destroy wood<\/a> can cause major damage to homes. In the worst cases, these bugs can make homes unsafe to live in due to structural damage. If you\u2019re in the market for a new home, it\u2019s important to learn more about these pests and the trouble they can cause.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Damage is costly<\/strong>
\nTermites and other bugs that eat or chew through wood can cause expensive damage to homes. In fact, termites alone cost an estimated $5 billion in property damage each year. If you buy a home with these pests in it, you might end up spending a considerable amount of money on repairs.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Inspections are crucial<\/strong>
\nBefore you buy a home, it\u2019s important to have an inspection done for evidence of termites or other bugs that destroy wood. Freehold exterminators<\/a> can check your home for signs of damage from these pests. This can help you decide whether or not to buy the home you\u2019re looking at.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Prevention is essential<\/strong>
\nWhen you do purchase a new home, taking steps to lower your risk of having wood-destroying bugs<\/a> is highly important. Pest control professionals offer prevention measures that can help keep these pests at bay.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re worried about termites in your home, don\u2019t wait to call our Freehold exterminators for help. Contact Allison Pest Control<\/a>, and we\u2019ll inspect your home for termites and other wood-destroying pests.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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