What is termite status?
What is it ?
The condition relating to the presence of termites is a diagnosis that gives information on the presence or absence of xylophagous insects (termites in particular) in a dwelling. These insects can cause damage by degrading wood and derivatives used in construction. They can even cause it to collapse.
This diagnosis must be integrated into the technical diagnostic file (DDT), annexed to the promise of sale or the deed of sale.
Which accommodations are concerned?
The condition relating to the presence of termites given to the future purchaser must be carried out for individual houses and private portions of condominium lots of multi-family buildings.
The dwellings concerned are those located in areas declared by a prefectural decree as being infested by termites or that may be infested in the short term.
Where to contact?
Prefecture
Town hall
Carrying out the diagnosis
The condition relating to the presence of termites must be carried out by a professional diagnostician meeting certain criteria, including certification.
What does the diagnosis contain?
The state relating to the presence of termites must mention :
If termites are present, measures must be taken to eradicate them.
The presence of termites does not prevent the sale, but the future buyer must be aware of them before buying.
Period of validity
The termite condition is valid for 6 months.
The condition relating to the presence of termites is a diagnosis that gives information on the presence or absence of xylophagous insects (termites in particular) in a dwelling. These insects can cause damage by degrading wood and derivatives used in construction. They can even cause it to collapse.
This diagnosis must be integrated into the technical diagnostic file (DDT), annexed to the promise of sale or the deed of sale.
Which accommodations are concerned?
The condition relating to the presence of termites given to the future purchaser must be carried out for individual houses and private portions of condominium lots of multi-family buildings.
The dwellings concerned are those located in areas declared by a prefectural decree as being infested by termites or that may be infested in the short term.
Where to contact?
Prefecture
Town hall
Carrying out the diagnosis
The condition relating to the presence of termites must be carried out by a professional diagnostician meeting certain criteria, including certification.
What does the diagnosis contain?
The state relating to the presence of termites must mention :
- Well concerned
- Parties visited
- Elements infested by the presence of termites
If termites are present, measures must be taken to eradicate them.
The presence of termites does not prevent the sale, but the future buyer must be aware of them before buying.
Period of validity
The termite condition is valid for 6 months.
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