Termites
Homeowner’s insurance typically does not
cover termite damage so it’s up to you to protect your largest investment! RIA
offers a variety of termite protection plans to meet the needs of every client.
We guarantee that both Liquid and Bait treatments will eliminate termites in
your home.
Termite Facts
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Termites and other pests have been around since dinosaurs.
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Termites are a 24/7 pest – they forage 24 hours a day.
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Termites have become more aggressive and don’t just feed on dead
trees in the forest, they find wood in homes for food.
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Researchers predict almost 100% of untreated homes in the
southeast will be infested with termites!
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Annual cost of termite damage per year: $5 billion worldwide
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Subterranean termites are by far the most destructive species.
*Source: National
Pest Management Association
Types of Treatments
Liquid Termite
Treatment
A liquid termite treatment is generally recommended if a client will be living
in the home for a short period of time and if there are no environmental
safety concerns around the home that make the use of chemicals unsafe. This
type of treatment is a good option if there is an active infestation. RIA
uses
Termidor for a liquid termite treatment.
Termidor is made from a revolutionary new nonrepellent or "undetectable"
chemical technology treatment. That means termites cannot see, smell, taste or
avoid Termidor. Instead they contact, ingest, and share it with their
nestmates. After Termidor is applied, termites that contact it transfer the
chemical to every other termite they in turn contact in a unique process
called the "Transfer Effect." And because Termidor is engineered to be
slow-acting, termites have ample time to spread it throughout their entire
termite population.
The
initial liquid treatment will be guaranteed for six years for a repair/retreat
protection plan and up to ten years
for a retreat only
protection plan, provided annual renewal fees are paid. RIA will schedule a
renewal inspection once a year to visually
inspect the property to assure termites have not returned at which time
renewal fees are due. If any termites are found during the guaranteed time,
our technician will retreat your house for free. If renewal fees are not
paid, the guarantee is nullified. At the end of the guaranteed time, an
additional treatment is required.
Bait Termite Treatment
A bait system is RIA’s recommendation if a client plans to stay in the home
for a longer period of time and wants a cleaner, more environmentally-friendly
termite protection. RIA uses
Advance Bait Stations for this type of
treatment. Advance is being noted as the next generation bait station due to
its patented dual-stage, two food source design. Bait stations are installed
at ground level every 10-15 feet around the exterior perimeter of the home
with the caps locked into position to prevent tampering. The stations are
loaded with cellulose material that termites forage. During quarterly
monitoring, RIA checks to see if any termites are eating the cellulose. If
termites are found, the cellulose is replaced with an active ingredient
cartridge to destroy the termites. As they feed on the bait cartridge, they
take the chemical back to their nest mates to destroy the colony. The bait
system comes with a lifetime guarantee as long as the annual renewal fees are
paid. If renewal fees are not paid, the lifetime guarantee is nullified.
Bait Station
New Construction Pre-Treatments, click
here.
Types of Protection Plans
Retreat Only
RIA offers a retreat only protection plan that guarantees if your home gets
termites after RIA completes a termite treatment, then RIA will come out and
retreat those areas of infestation for free. Annual renewal fees are required
to continue the protection, as is an annual inspection by RIA.
Repair
and Retreat
Not all homes qualify for repair and retreat homes; your inspector will let
you know if a particular property qualifies. RIA’s Repair and Retreat
protection plan guarantees if your home gets termites after RIA completes a
termite treatment, then RIA will retreat the areas of infestation for free, as
well as replace any damage done by termites. Our repair plan does not have a
deductible and guarantees up to $25,000 per occurrence. Annual renewal fees
are required to continue the protection, as is an annual inspection by RIA.
Termite Free Plan
RIA now offers a termite-free protection plan. There are strict requirements
for homes that are eligible for the Termite Free Protection Plan and your
inspector will let you know if a particular property qualifies. No treatment
is necessary for this plan, it is more of a termite insurance plan. This
protection plan is a repair and retreat guarantee that if termites infest
after the contract is signed, RIA will replace any damage and treat the areas
of infestation for free. An annual inspection and renewal fees are required
to continue this protection plan.
Frequently Asked Termite Questions
Is the homeowner or the buyer responsible for getting a termite
treatment?
This depends on the nature of your contract and negotiations with the
current homeowner. Either party can be responsible for getting the home
protected from termites. Our termite protection plans can be transferred from
the buyer to the seller, with no additional fees.
What are conducive conditions for termites and why do I need to
correct them?
There are definitely conditions that make your house more accessible
to termites. Moisture problems, wood to ground contact, ventilation problems,
and excessive cellulose debris can lead to termite infestation. If you have
any of these problems in your home, even a liquid treatment or bait system may
not prevent or eliminate termite infestation. Our inspector will make
recommendations on conducive conditions that should be corrected.
When is the best time to treat for termites?
The best time to treat for termites is before they infest your home.
Termite control is a continuous process and a treatment or bait system should
be in place to deter infestation and to protect your home from damage that
termites can cause.
Your inspector said my house does not have any active termites, so
why do I need your services?
Our inspectors note any past or active infestations, but cannot
guarantee that your house will not have any future termites. You still need
to protect your biggest investment. Our inspector will recommend a bait or
liquid system that is right for your house and that will prevent any future
damage to your home.
Will all termites be eliminated immediately after the treatment is
completed?
Subterranean termite control is not immediate. Control and/or colony
elimination may take several months. Treatment is necessary to prevent
further termite activity, as well as eliminate any current colonies.
