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Yes, and when you go to sell yours, presenting the perspective buyer with a valid termite warranty may alleviate that fear (which is good for the seller).

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Originally Posted by Babubhat (Post 2053547)

All of the above. Sold like life insurance. Prays on fear

You DON'T Need a Pest Control Service Contract

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Originally Posted by banjobob (Post 2053625)

No termites ever found or have never heard anyone say they had them. Massey treated our house for 3 years until I stopped that service , same with bug protection . No bugs ,no termites, although I spray the foundation myself twice a year with “Home Defence”

I will say what I have said so many times. I originally moved to Florida in 1983 and have never had termite insurance or a contract with a pest control company. NEVER! Between the pest control companies and the residents, they all have put the fear of God in others regarding contractual services for termites and bugs. I have never had a need for pest control. The few times (in all these years) if I have a problem, I (personally) take care of the issue. I don't call finding a bug or even an occasional roach (remember, this is Florida!) a reason to have a pest control service.

If I was to require professional help, it would only be for the specific problem. I truly believe that at some point, The Villages will be a contaminated area because of all the indiscriminate spraying. Please keep in mind that these chemicals do not dissipate. They will be in your house and ground for a long time and even forever. Think about it: how healthy is that??!? All the spraying and contracts for pest control is totally unnecessary unless you have a genuine problem and even then you still don't need monthly service!

If you have concerns or need peace of mind, have a periodic termite inspection. But I will tell you that at some point -- yes. At some point, every home in Florida will show signs of some type of termite. However, most of us here will never live to see it.

Dry wood termites in California and Hawaii for example are very real and get in the eaves and attic. Not sure how it is in Florida. Ground termites are a little easier to detect. You will find little mudpiles up walls like those old fourescent sand sculpture kits we had as a kid in the 60s. But then they can also be "inside" the walls. So it would be nice to know what damage has been cause by either type here and also entry points for both types.

There are 3 homes in my neighborhood that I KNOW have had an issue with termites. Treating and having the accompanying insurance seems like a no-brainer to me.