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July 26, 2021Pests

3 Benefits of a Pest Inspection Before Buying a Home

Buying a home is one of the largest investments that you will ever make. If you’re in the process of selling your home, house hunting, and buying a home, congratulations – this is a very exciting time! As exciting as it is, there are also lots of factors to consider along the way. A pest inspection is a crucial part of purchasing a home. It can save you thousands of dollars and help you be aware of the value of exactly what you’re buying. Let’s take a look at 3 key benefits of a pest inspection before buying a home.

1. Increases Safety 

Pests like roaches, dust mites, and rodents all carry various diseases. These pests can also impact allergies and asthma, especially in young children. Your future home must be safe and pest-free! A pest inspection will protect your family’s health in the long run or prevent future health issues. For more information on pests that affect your health, click here. 

2. Decreases Surprises 

Pests like termites can cause structural damage to your home. Nobody wants to purchase a home with termites and find out a few years later that they have thousands of dollars in damage – that would be an awful surprise! With a pest inspection, you decrease the likelihood of being surprised later on by damage. 

3. Creates Room for Negotiations 

Lastly, a pest inspection creates room for negotiations and allows you to have the upper hand! Through the knowledge gained during a pest inspection, you can negotiate your contract accordingly based on the value of your home. Oftentimes people will even request a complete pest control treatment on the home before closing based on the outcome of their pest inspection. 

At Bug House, we get questions from clients about pest inspections and home buying all of the time! We would be happy to help you throughout the process. Give us a call at – 706-309-0881 or reach out to us here.