Years ago, before I entered real estate, I dealt with a recurring issue with "Swarmers," or flying ants, which signal possible termite activity. After each swarm, we found countless wings. We hired pest control companies for treatments—drilling around and inside the house, lower level, and garage—but that had to be repeated.
Continuing our search, we removed a wood deck covering a concrete porch and opened an exterior wall but found nothing. The breakthrough came when we replaced the windows. We found significant termite damage in the front window; it was so compromised that a pocketknife easily slid into the wood!
In Maryland, there are two kinds of houses: those that have been treated for termites and those that will need treatment. Homeowners and agents need to recognize the signs of termites. Just because a home has had treatment doesn't guarantee it's free of damage. I've seen too many cases where these wood-boring pests left their mark.
Always get your home inspected to protect your investment, even if the lender does not require it. When listing a property, ask about any past treatments. One treatment isn't always enough—staying proactive is the key to preventing further issues.
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