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Old 10-11-2023, 10:01 PM
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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 View Post
That doesn't sound correct. Typically, the builder treats the soil under the house, and provdes the owner with a 5-year termite contract, that must be renewed every year for about $100. Massey is one of the primary contractors for this work. I had a 5-year Massey contract, and when it expired, they retreated the entire house and provided a 10-year renewable contract. Note that the Massey contract is not a bond. They self insure for any termite damage.
I wouldn't let Massey touch my home. They will hound you with spam and home visits when you don't renew. Just keep saying NO. You don't have to worry about termites anyway. Waste of money.