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Old 06-26-2023, 02:35 PM
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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 View Post
The risk is low, but the termite treatment/insurance is a lot less expensive than homeowner's insurance, where the risk is also low.
HO insurance covers direct losses. Termite damage is a loss over time and not a direct loss. In addition, standard HO policies exclude coverage for any damage caused by insects.