Termite Identification

People are becoming more and more aware of the need for termite inspection in their homes. Alarmingly though, along with this demand, termite inspection fraud cases have increased over the past couple of years as some studies have shown. As a client, know the possible modus operandi used in termite inspection frauds.

1. One common fraud is when the so-called “inspector” shows you with “evidences” of termite infestations like shed wings from swarmers and waste pellets. This act is to convince you that there are, indeed, termites in your home. Most likely, this “inspector” will offer you with termite control services.

As much as possible and if the location of the termite colony allows it, check out for yourself if there is indeed termites in the alleged “area”.

2. Another ruse used in termite inspection fraud is to show the clueless homeowner of the alleged “termite damage” done when in truth, it may is caused by some other factor.

The best thing to do here is to know a little about how a termite damage looks like.

To avoid termite inspection frauds, always go for a second opinion. Otherwise, you’ll be paying for termite control services that you never really needed in the first place.