Left unchecked termites can cause an incredible amount of damage to a home.  To protect your investment the buyer should make sure she has the home inspected by a licensed engineer before signing the contract.  The home inspection should include a termite/pest inspection as part of the report.  If termites are found the buyer needs to make sure that they are properly exterminated and any damage repaired.  In NY a termite treatment can only be done if active infestation is observed by a licensed exterminator.  A typical termite treatment can cost up to $1500.00.  While a treatment should insure that termite infestation should not reoccur for many years, a buyer who fails to purchase an extended warranty is making a critical mistake.  A buyer should discuss the treatment and warranty with the exterminator to make sure she understands the warranty.  The exterminator will also tell the buyer what she should be looking for to determine if termites are back.  By buying the extended warranty a buyer gets peace of mind as the termite company will inspect the premises at least once a year and if termites are spotted they will treat the condition at no cost to the homeowner.

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