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You and your family will be closing in two weeks on your dream home and can't wait to start making new memories. Visually, the home is perfect - the roof is sound, all the appliances are in working order, but the inspection report indicates a termite infestation... If not remedied properly, termites can be as as damaging to homes as floods and tornadoes. This does not mean you should break your contract on that dream house though. Once termite infestation or damage is revealed, your first plan of action should be to contact a  professional pest control company at Lake of the Ozarks . There are solutions to rid the home of these unwanted pests. Treatment and repair can then be negotiated with the seller. Signs to Look For Termites are not always obvious to the naked eye. There are some clues of infestation that buyers can look for: a swarm of winged insects or "swarmers", discarded wings, cracked or bubbling paint and wood that sounds hollow when tapped. The signs...

According to the National Pest Management Association, termites cause an estimated $5 million worth of damage annually to homes and other businesses in the United States. Even if your home is made of brick or stone, termites can still do damage on structural supports, windows and door frames, insulation, plaster, baseboards and even items like books. Does Your Home Have Termites - Wood damage: This is probably the most well-known sign that termites have entered your home. Severely damaged, when tapped, will sound hollow. - Mud tubes: You may also see mud tubes along walls, baseboards or in crack and crevices. - Blistering, sagging laminate flooring: This is often a sign that termites are hard at work in the floorboards underneath. A spongy floor is also a red flag. - Unexplained cracks: Whether it's an exterior wall or an interior wall, it could be a sign that termites are presents. Cracks along ceilings, beams, decks and wooden fences could also mean there are termit...