Can Termite Damage Be Repaired

The good news is that the vast majority of properties that have termite infestations may have their damage repaired by a professional. Termite infestations are a common problem in the United States.

Can you reverse termite damage?

In spite of the fact that the damage caused by termites can sometimes be restored via the use of professional repair services, property owners should always start by contacting a local termite specialist. There should be no work done on the structure until it has been verified by a qualified exterminator that there is no longer an active infestation of termites and that the threat of a new infestation has been removed.

How can you repair the damage caused by termites in a wall?

Wood hardeners: Provided that the termite damage is not too severe, you might be able to plug in the holes using a wood hardener that is suited to the type of wood and the extent of the infestation. Wood fillers – If the damage is extensive, use a wood filler to erase any obvious channels in the wood, and then sand the surface of the wood to make it as smooth as possible.

Can you fill termite holes?

Use a structural epoxy wood filler to shore up the wood if you need to repair small termite damage around your home. You can use this filler if you also need to repair the damage caused by termites. But before you apply the epoxy, you need to take certain actions to clean and protect the remaining wood, or else it will eventually rot from the inside out. If you don't do this, the wood won't be able to take the epoxy.

How can I tell whether the termite damage I have is old or new?

There are three primary ways to distinguish between old and fresh termite damage on a structure. To begin, it is safe to assume that there is no active termite infestation if you do not find any swarmers or live termites. The second sign that you have an inactive termite infestation is if you find mud tubes and break off a part of one that doesn't get restored within a few days after the break.

Does homeowner's insurance cover damage caused by termites?

The primary reason that damage caused by termites is not covered by homeowner's insurance is because termites are considered to be "insects," and most homeowner's insurance policies do not cover damage that is caused by insects. Insects are considered to be a "preventable" problem by insurers, which places the responsibility squarely on the shoulders of the homeowner.