What Is a Soil Treatment Bond?

Bond or Warranty

• States with high infestation zones may require builders to provide a new construction subterranean termite service record. This record is often referred to as a soil treatment bond or warranty. It is provided to the purchaser of the home at closing to prove the soil under the home was treated for termites.

Requirement

• Even if your state does not require termite soil treatment, your lender may require it. If your loan is through FHA, HUD or VA, a soil treatment bond is required. In addition to a lender, a soil treatment bond can be requested or required of an inspector, architect or purchaser of the home.

Form

• A soil treatment bond or warranty is included in a new construction agreement form. This form is completed and provided to a buyer who owns the property the house is to be built on. The bond or warranty form is provided within five business days of construction completion.