As the housing market slowly but surely begins its rebound, estimated
to now be demonstrating an upward trend in 49 of the 50 states, it
becomes increasingly important for home buyers to ease their
pest-infested fears with an inspection from a licensed professional.

Since 2007, an unimaginable number of houses have
been thrown into the marketplace as a result of foreclosures, with many
of these houses having remained unoccupied throughout the duration of
the economic downturn. These homes now come with an increased set of
demands, with one major demand being the need for pest inspection. Homes
left unoccupied are prone to pest infestation as upkeep dwindles, and
dirt and dust further collect in the nooks and crannies of the home. An
inspection upon buying a home will provide a comforting peace of mind,
shining a light on past infestations, determining any current
infestations, as well as providing the likelihood of future infestation.
Inspections also come with assurance that – in the event pest problems
do come up following the inspection – a pest control expert will be able
to assist you for a set period of time.

Pest inspections are
simple at their core, but require tactful poking and prodding that may
prevent the risk of devaluing your home or leaving your family with
health complications. Structural damage is a strong indicator of pest
infestation, with Southern customers being particularly at risk to
attracting termites and rodents – the former of which have been
estimated to cost Americans as much as $5 billion per year. These pests
can go unnoticed for long periods of time as they eat away at the
foundation of your home. Rodents, meanwhile, are especially harmful to
humans and – more alarmingly – children. Rodent urine has been known to
draw out allergies in children as well as serve as “gateway pests,”
allowing for ticks, lice, and other fiends to invade your home.

For
those investing in new homes , it is strongly advised to slow down and
clear away the pests in their home-buying process: A pest inspection may
make all the difference when it comes time to sign a mortgage.