According to the United States Department of Agriculture, termites and similar pests caused damage requiring $30 billion of repairs to farms and structures every year. $5 billion worth of damage or ~20% of all damage occurs in single-family homes.
New termite infestations occur in approximately 600,000 single-family homes per year (1% of all homes). Following the discovery of termites on their property, homeowners typically pay an average of $3,300 in repair costs with potential for much higher figures depending on the extent of the damage.
It is important to take the following measures every year to ensure you do not become a victim of termite infestation:
- Regularly check the exterior and interior perimeters of your home for signs of infestation (discarded wings, material akin to saw dust, dirt colored tubes, etc.)
- Have a licensed professional examine the hard-to-see locations (crawl spaces, attics, etc.)
- Subscribe to an annual warranty program to insure against any future damage
We at Deepdale would be happy to assist you in all aspects of this process. We have been serving Long Island and New York City for over 30 years and are experts in termite inspections, control, and repairs.