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Originally Posted by dougjb
According to the posters here, there have been a few houses with termites. Some repeat anecdotal observations which could be posted by those selling termite protection plans.
I am interested in hearing about actual termite infestations.
I have never seen a house tented house in The Villages (unlike South Florida). I know lots pay for termite protection but, is it really needed if there are no infestations. Instead of an expensive subterranean plan sold by Massey or Dean, can one use the stakes sold at HD or Lowes instead?
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I posted hubby has used the stake system for YEARS now. But also acknowledged this would make some people very nervous, don't think they would feel "safe" without a contract service, so one has to choose what makes them feel most relaxed. In the last 18 or so years, I know of one incident of of a home that had the (Asian ? Not sure that is the correct term) type of termite that calls for the entire home "tented", filled with poison that is left for a few days. Don't remember all the details, but IF I remember correctly, it was in the general area around Oak Forest. Not sure, it's been a long time, but made quite a new splash at the time.