The real estate market is hot right now, and many people are buying homes or opting to sell their homes. There’s a lot of due diligence you need to consider throughout each real estate transaction, whether you’re representing the seller or the buyer. One important piece of that puzzle is getting a termite inspection. In fact, it’s usually a requirement when a home is sold in Virginia. 

Termite damage costs American homeowners $5 billion/year, so this isn’t something you want to take lightly. When termites establish a colony, they eat away at the home 24/7. It’s critical to become aware of termite activity as soon as possible so that the colony can be exterminated, the premises can be proactively protected from future infestations, and the damage can be minimized.

It can be tough to know how to choose the right termite inspector in Henrico, VA area. This is something too crucial to risk as the structural integrity of the home can make it either a great investment or a terrible liability. If the house has undiscovered termite damage and/or termite activity, it can lead to very expensive repairs or even cause the home to collapse entirely. Here are some things to look for when hiring a termite inspector:

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  Review feedback from their clients – If you’re considering scheduling a termite inspection, check the company’s online reviews or ask current/former customers about their experience if you know anybody who has used them. People who have had extremely positive experiences with the company will be eager to recommend them, and, even more importantly, people who have had negative experiences will want to warn others. 
• Ask about their guarantee – Before scheduling a termite inspection with a pest control company, ask how they guarantee their work. Do they provide an annual re-inspection at no charge or offer free re-treatment if treatment is needed? If a termite control service plan is necessary, is it transferrable to the new owner of the home? Having these details squared away will help your transaction go more smoothly by assuring the buying party that the home is termite-free and that they can and should have it re-inspected annually to make sure it stays that way. At US Pest Control, we fully guarantee our work - if a problem is not resolved, we come back to treat it at no cost to you.
• Ask what kind of products they use – Many of us are trying to be more eco-friendly these days, but not all pest control companies have adapted to using the most eco-friendly products. If the home does end up needing treatment, you want to know what kinds of products will be used. US Pest control is proud to use eco-friendly pest control products that are also safe for pets and children, and plants. 

One of the challenges involved in getting a home inspected for termites is timing. Especially in a booming housing market, you want to strike while the iron is hot, but that also means that a lot of other realtors are also scheduling termite inspections and appointments might not be immediately available. Nobody wants to hold up their closing because they’re stuck waiting for a termite inspection appointment. Here’s how to move your termite inspection to the top of the list so you can get to that closing table faster. 

If you’ve been representing home buyers and home sellers in Henrico, VA area for a while, you likely know the area pretty well and value the strong sense of community we enjoy, right down to the small family-owned businesses that have been the lifeblood of our community for decades. That’s where US Pest Control comes in. Locally owned and operated since 1991, U.S. Pest Control takes pride in improving our community and offers some unique advantages for anyone buying or selling a house.

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  Because we’re local, we have extensive knowledge of which varieties and species of pests are most common locally and how to eradicate them. US Pest Control owner Aaron Owens, a local businessman who proudly carries on his grandparents’ legacy of providing pest control solutions in Henrico, also sits on the board of the Virginia Pest Management Association (VPMA), giving him additional insight into pest control in the Henrico community and Virginia in general. 
• We live and work in the area, so we already work with several local realtors and homeowners to control pest activity in their homes. It’s likely that we already know you and your clients, and vice versa. 
• Because we’re a small business, our clients are never just a number. We enjoy fostering long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with our clients. Your inspection will always be a priority for us. 
• We provide priority service for our most trusted real estate agents. We take pride in accommodating thier last minute crunch situations. We offer same-day and also next day inspections for Realtors with time constraints without adding on a rush fee to our inspection costs. This is a way we show our appreciation for continued business with us.

So, Henrico realtors: Let’s team up to make sure your next sale goes as smoothly and quickly as possible. Schedule your termite inspection today!