Attic Answers
An inspection that takes approximately 40–45 minutes, plus an additional 15 minutes to discuss findings.
What is an attic inspection?
The estimated time it takes to complete a standard termite inspection.
What is 30–40 minutes?
TAP stands for this type of insulation.
What is Thermo-Acoustic Insulation?
One condition that makes a property unqualified to inspect for termites. Hint - It's outside the home around the foundation!
What is a foundation surrounded by concrete?
An expectation we are required to set for the customer before scheduling an inspection.
What is customer availability for entire appointment?
The type of activity that an inspector checks for in the insulation during an attic inspection.
What are pest and rodent activities?
The type of termite our company treats.
What are subterranean termites?
A key feature of TAP insulation that helps control pests
What is a pest control additive?
During a termite inspection, this condition around the base of trees or fences can indicate a conducive environment.
What is a build-up of wood or moisture?
When scheduling a termite inspection, we must make sure that this is not surrounding the foundation of the property.
What is concrete?
Specific rodents and insects our inspectors look for during an attic inspection. Hint - There are 3 answers!
What are mice, rats, and silverfish?
Three specific exterior locations where an inspector checks for termite damage.
What are fence lines, tree lines, and around the home's foundation?
A key feature of TAP insulation that helps control pests
What is 100 years?
This type of insulation automatically disqualifies a customer for an attic inspection
What is spray foam?
If a customer needs a termite inspection but mentions a prior treatment, you must clarify this before scheduling.
What is whether the previous treatment was a liquid treatment?
What an inspector will check in the attic to see if it needs a revamp.
What is the condition of the insulation?
We cannot inspect a home that has been treated with this in the last 12 years.
What is liquid treatment?
In addition to pest deterrence, this is another benefit of TAP insulation.
What is improving energy efficiency?
The purpose of checking for entry points in an attic inspection.
What is to prevent future rodent or pest infestations?
If a home is a new build, we must ask if this is included before scheduling a TI.
What is builder's warranty?
Damage that inspectors look for in the attic. Hint - It's a fire hazard!
What is chewed electrical wire?
Interior parts of the home that are inspected for signs of termite damage.
What are window sills, baseboards, and basements?
A term that describes TAP insulation's function in terms of both temperature and sound.
What is "thermo-acoustic?"
When inspecting a basement, the presence of these might signal a moisture issue attractive to pests.
What are leaks or water damage?
These are the branches in which we cannot schedule a townhome. Hint - there are three!
What are ATL, CLT, RAL