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CT Termite and Pest Inspectors

Connecticut Licensed Pest Inspections

Pest Inspection CT HUD FormLicensed CT Termite Inspection professionals provide you with the certified inspection report you need on the proper form:

  • FHA Mortgages
  • VA Mortgages
  • Conventional Mortgages
  • First Time Home Buyer Mortgages
  • Mortgages Re-Finances
  • Insurance Inspections

"Do I really need a pest inspection?" It's a question home buyers often ask. A lot of the time they cost additional money and can uncover costly problems. But the reality is that what little you spend on an inspection could end up saving you a lot of money in the long run. Finding and treating termites or carpenter ants quickly could be the difference between a couple-hundred bucks and rebuilding an entire house.

We conduct thorough inspections and issue certifications promptly for any type of mortgage. Our inspectors will inform you of the presence of any wood destroying insects and point you in the right direction for remediation and treatment.

We maintain an extensive clientele of loyal real estate agents, lenders, and attorneys who have consistently relied upon us for speedy and professional results. We understand time is of the essence for you when you are in the middle of a real estate transaction.

 

Call today to schedule your appointment 888-558-1574.

Who Pays for CT Pest Inspection in FHA Loans?

Who Pays for CT Pest Inspection in FHA Loans? Connecticut FHA loans offer low interest rates and flexible credit requirements to make achieving home ownership for CT residents more affordable. To ensure buyers are investing in a quality home, FHA requires that the borrower have a licensed pest inspection to ensure the property meets certain standards. Pest damage can be a costly repair, invisible to the untrained eye. A pest inspection can help you detect past, present and possible future damage. FHA does NOT dictate who is responsible for the inspection like VA does, so this is negotiable. If the CT pest inspection determines there are termites or other wood-eating insects, FHA require the insects be treated and the property reinspected before the loan will be approved. Again, FHA Inspection costs are a negotiable part of the sales contract. In additon to termites, the pest inspection is actually looking for all wood-destroying insects and organisms (ants, bugs and bees) that can cause damage to the...

Pest Inspection CT: Ways to Control Carpenter Bees

Pest Inspection CT – Ways to Control Carpenter Bees.  The warm summer will certainly bring out the best in carpenter bees.  They love to fly, swarm and buzz right in front of your face.  Not to worry.  This bee can be very intimidating but their buzz is worse than their sting. As a matter of fact, the male carpenter bee is unable to sting and they are the most noticed.  The female has the ability to sting but rarely does.  She has to be extremely provoked before attempting to sting. If you see a large number of bees hovering around eaves or drilling holes in your wood you have carpenter bees.  Carpenter bees nest in wooded objects like tree’s, fences, decking and wood framing.  A Carpenter bee begins her nest by drilling a nearly perfect round hole about a quarter of an inch.  She then lays her eggs in the chamber.  Many times carpenter bees get under the fascia board along the peak of your home.  The holes are on the underside of the board so may not be visible but you will see the dropping marks trailing down the side of the structure.  Here is what you do. 1.  First, try to estimate the size of the infestation.  If you are only seeing a bee or two you can probably take care of this yourself.  Search all the wood framing around your home.  Decks, fencing, swing sets, fascia boards, etc.  Look for the quarter inch entrance hole created by the female.  Seal the hole up with chalk or putty and paint over the mark.  Where applicable, cover the...

Pest Inspection CT: How to Identify a Termite Problem

Pest Inspection CT – How to Identify a Termite Problem. Since termites live inside wood and in the ground, it can be difficult to actually know if you have a termite problem in CT. There are ways for you to determine the existence of termites in and around your home. Although a pest inspection by an Connecticut pest control company would help you identify these pests, here are are some tips to help you recognize a termite problem: Termites thrive in warm, damp places. A moisture problem due to a leaky water pipe or water entry into your home, could be very attractive to these pests. You should have any type of moisture problem repaired to avoid water seeping into your foundation. Look around your home to identify any signs that could potentially be termites such as termite droppings, wings, or the insects themselves.Keep termite food sources away from your home, such as firewood or lumber and remove any stumps from around your home to help eliminate the potential for these pests to migrate. Materials such as mulch, which contains moisture, can be a prime spot for termites. If your home is decorated with mulch gardens, inspect those areas to avoid the potential of attracting termites. If you suspect that your home may be infested with termites or need an CT pest control company to identify the problem, call us...