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The NPMA-33 is required for CT pest inspections because it is authorized for the purposes of securing mortgages for FHA, VA, HUD, and Conventional loans and is authorized in all states. Very few states, require a specific state inspection form be used which is why the NPMA-33 is used for most real estate transactions purposes nationwide.

The inspection itself is usually required because one of the parties (i.e.  mortgage company, underwriter,  buyer, seller, federal or state municipalities etc.) requests that it be performed as a transaction contingency.

WDI can infest a structure at any time in Connecticut including following treatment. Wood boring insects can survive in a structure following treatment and reinfestation can occur at any time which is why a pest inspection can become imperative. (more…)

If you have ever bought or sold Connecticut real estate with FHA financing you know that FHA loans sometimes work differently than conventional loans.

FHA does not automatically require inspections be made on all Connecticut mortgage loans, however several situations do require termite inspections.  These include:

• Evidence of active termite infestation
• In some cases an inspection is mandated by CT state or local municipalities
• If the lender or mortgage underwriter is requiring it (more…)

Here are some CT Pest Inspection tips to prevent spring pests from entering your home.  Now that we’ve set our clocks forward spring is officially here. Spring is also a time when insects emerge to build nests and forage for food sometimes resulting in wood destroying pests coming too close to home for comfort. Left unchecked, little nuisances can become large pest problems.

Remember, for every single giant ant in or near your structure you see, there are dozens perhaps hundreds, in the colony from which he came.  It may be very likely you have an infestation. Carpenter ants never live or work alone.  Have a professional pest inspection done immediately to keep them under control and prevent extensive damage to your CT home or property.

Here are some preventative measures you can take to keep unwanted visitors from entering your Connecticut home.  As you begin your spring cleaning this season, keep these simple tips for in mind: (more…)