When purchasing or selling a home, inspections are a critical part of protecting your investment. While general home inspectors play an important role in evaluating the overall condition of a property, they are not always trained pest professionals. For this reason, having both a licensed home inspector and a pest control specialist involved in the inspection process can provide a much more thorough and accurate assessment. In the example shown here, there is clear evidence of subterranean termite activity, along with drywood termite droppings (frass) being forced into subterranean galleries. This level of damage indicates a significant and ongoing issue. Surprisingly, the damage was overlooked during the initial home inspection, and the homebuyer proceeded with the purchase after their own walkthrough without noticing the signs. Situations like this highlight an important reality: once a real estate transaction is completed, responsibility for underlying issues often transfers to the new homeowner. That’s why due diligence before closing is so important. Key Takeaways for Homebuyers and Sellers: Use multiple professionals: A general home inspection should be complemented by a licensed pest inspection whenever possible. Educate yourself: Understanding the differences between subterranean and drywood termites can help you recognize warning signs. Know what to look for: *Mud tubes (subterranean termites) *Frass (drywood termite droppings) *Hollow-sounding or damaged wood *Discoloration or blistering on wood surfaces Inspect accessible areas carefully: If possible, take time to examine: *Crawl spaces *Attics *Exposed beams and framing *Access panels These areas often provide the clearest view of structural wood and can reveal early or extensive termite activity. Final Thought Protecting your investment starts with awareness and thorough inspection. Taking the time to involve the right professionals and perform your own careful observations can help prevent costly surprises down the road.

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No emergency. No heads-up. Just opted out....Went to the Gym! So after finishing my own route, I drove 2 hours to take care of it myself. The customer was expecting a one-time service. I left with a signed annual agreement. Paid in Cash. That’s the difference between covering a stop and owning the result. This isn’t about being the hero. It’s a reminder: Leadership starts where excuses stop. Some managers lead from behind the phone. Others lead from the driveway, sleeves up. At Solve Pest Pros – Winter Park, we don’t do ghosts. No missed stops. No skipped steps. No passengers. If you're not ready to own the customer experience—someone else will. In this industry, trust is earned in driveways and doorways—not just logos and leads. If you won’t show up, I will. — Ian Terry Solve Pest Pros | Winter Park, FL Branch Manager | Licensed Operator | Service-Pro First Culture #ServicePros #LeadFromTheFront #SolveStandard #PestControl #BlueCollarLeadership #WinterParkBusiness #FieldOps #AccountabilityWins #NoGhosts #CultureOverConvenience

Pest technician/sales – 5 years in the industry and I truly love what I do. I feel lucky to have landed in this field. After running a towing and repossession company for 8 years, this has been a much more peaceful — and potentially very lucrative — industry for those who put integrity first instead of blowing smoke. I’ll likely be running my own company in the near future. Anyway, here’s Mac, our bed bug detection K9. I’ll be posting a live demo with actual bed bugs soon. Just started trying out these budget smart glasses, so don’t judge 😄 Az Phx/Prescott company Azex Pest Solutions involved in Equipment/K9's/Pest Services.

I used to think I had to fix everything. Be the one who held it all together. No cracks. No mess. Perfect dad. Solid leader. Stoic as hell. But real life? It is messy. The people I love most? “Crazy but good” doesn’t even scratch the surface. They’re healing. Hurting. Growing. Just like me. The truth is, Some days I still carry too much, Smile when I’m wrecked inside, Lead when I barely believe in myself. But I’ve stopped pretending. I’ve stopped trying to “fix” the ones I love. I just show up. I love them hard. I keep us moving forward. If you're in the thick of it, Holding it down for everyone but yourself... You’re not broken. You’re becoming. Drop a 💯 if you're riding through the chaos too.