We buy Louisiana houses with active infestations and previous termite damage
Yes. Home Buyer Louisiana purchases houses with active termites, previous infestations and structural termite damage in their current condition.
You do not need to treat the termites, replace damaged wood, repair soft floors or obtain a termite inspection before requesting an offer.
We evaluate the complete property, including its location, likely repaired value, visible damage, expected treatment and repair costs and the possibility of hidden damage.
If the property is one we can purchase, we provide a written cash offer for your consideration. You can then compare selling the house as-is with treating and repairing it before pursuing a traditional sale.
Existing inspection reports, treatment records, termite contracts or contractor estimates can be helpful when available, but they are not required to start the conversation.
Termite damage creates uncertainty because the visible problem may not show the complete extent of the infestation or structural repairs.
Buyers may become concerned about:
Some buyers may request a termite inspection, treatment, structural repairs or a price reduction before proceeding. A financed buyer may also have property-condition requirements that complicate the transaction.
Home Buyer Louisiana evaluates those issues as part of the purchase rather than requiring you to resolve them first.
Home Buyer Louisiana evaluates houses with:
You do not need to determine the full repair scope before contacting us. Tell us what you have observed and share any reports, photographs or estimates that are available.
Both active infestations and evidence of past termite damage can affect a home sale, but they are not the same situation.
An active infestation generally means treatment is still required. There may also be uncertainty about how long the termites have been present and how much hidden damage exists.
Home Buyer Louisiana can evaluate a property with active termites without requiring the seller to complete treatment first.
A house may have been treated successfully but still contain damaged wood, repaired areas or evidence of prior activity.
A termite history does not automatically prevent the house from being sold. Existing treatment records, repair invoices or termite contracts can help explain what work was completed, but you can still contact us when those documents are unavailable.
Sometimes an owner only knows that the floors feel soft, wood appears damaged or a prior inspection mentioned possible termite activity.
You do not need a final diagnosis before contacting us. We can evaluate the property using available information, photographs and reasonable access.
Both options may be reasonable. The better choice depends on the extent of the infestation, structural damage, available funds and whether you want to manage the treatment and repairs yourself.
| Consideration | Sell the House As-Is No treatment or repairs required |
Treat and Repair First |
|---|---|---|
| Termite Treatment | No termite treatment is required before requesting an offer. | The owner arranges and pays for treatment before selling. |
| Termite Inspection | A current termite inspection or report is not required before contacting Home Buyer Louisiana. | An inspection may help identify the infestation and estimate the repair scope. |
| Structural Repairs | Home Buyer Louisiana handles future treatment and structural repairs after closing. | The owner repairs damaged joists, beams, subflooring, framing and other affected components. |
| Hidden Damage | The offer accounts for uncertainty and the possibility of concealed termite or moisture damage. | Additional damage may be discovered after walls, flooring or structural components are opened. |
| Contractor Management | Home Buyer Louisiana manages the treatment and construction work after closing. | The owner hires and coordinates pest-control professionals and repair contractors. |
| Cleanup | Leave unwanted belongings and damaged materials behind. Home Buyer Louisiana handles the cleanout after closing. | The owner prepares the property for treatment, repairs, inspections and resale. |
| Buyer Pool | The likely buyer pool is primarily investors comfortable with termite and structural risk. | A treated, repaired and documented house may appeal to more traditional buyers. |
| Timeline | The timeline depends on title, ownership, access and the property evaluation. | Treatment, structural repairs, inspections and the traditional listing process may take substantially longer. |
| Potential Price | The offer reflects the house’s current condition, expected repair costs and project risk. | A properly treated and repaired house may support a higher potential sale price. |
| Best Suited For | Owners prioritizing simplicity and avoiding the cost and management of treatment and repairs. | Owners willing to fund and manage the work in pursuit of potentially higher sale proceeds. |
Home Buyer Louisiana does not subtract one standard amount for every termite problem.
We may consider:
A localized infestation with limited wood damage is different from a house requiring extensive structural replacement.
After reviewing the available information, we provide a written cash offer based on the property in its current condition.
You do not need a current termite inspection, treatment certificate or termite bond before contacting Home Buyer Louisiana. We buy houses in all sorts of conditions and there isn’t much that scares us off.
Existing documents can help us understand the property, including:
Do not delay contacting us simply because you cannot find those records or do not know whether a prior termite bond remains active.
We evaluate the property using the information and access reasonably available.
Termite damage often extends beyond the visible infestation. Over time, termites and moisture can weaken floor joists, sill beams, framing and other structural components. This may lead to soft or sagging floors, crawl-space rot, pier-and-beam problems or foundation supports that require repair.
In more serious cases, damaged wood may need to be removed and replaced before the house can be safely restored. The complete repair scope may also remain uncertain until flooring, walls or crawl-space areas are opened and inspected.
Home Buyer Louisiana may still purchase the property in its current condition even with the foundation issues. You do not need to stabilize the floors, replace damaged beams or reconstruct affected foundation components before requesting an offer. We evaluate the visible damage, available access and the possibility of concealed structural problems when calculating the offer.
In this video, our team walks through a real Louisiana property with termite damage and explains what we observed, how the condition affected our evaluation and why the seller did not need to complete the repairs before selling.
We Buy As-Is – No need for repairs or termite treatments. We purchase homes in any condition.
Fast Closings – You can receive a cash offer within 24 hours and can have your house sold fast
No Hidden Fees – No agent commissions, no closing costs. We handle everything.
Local Experts – We understand the unique challenges of termite damage across Louisiana.
Yes. Home Buyer Louisiana may purchase a termite-damaged house in its current condition without requiring treatment or repairs before an offer.
No. We can evaluate a house with an active infestation and account for the expected treatment and repairs in our offer.
Yes. Previous termite activity does not automatically prevent a sale. Existing treatment and repair records can be helpful but are not required before contacting us.
No. You can contact us without obtaining an inspection or termite report first.
No. A current termite bond is not required for Home Buyer Louisiana to evaluate the property.
We may evaluate the house using photographs, available access and any existing reports. Uncertainty about concealed damage will be considered in the offer.
Yes. We consider houses with soft floors, damaged joists, rotten beams, damaged framing and other structural termite problems.
We evaluate properties with combined termite, moisture and foundation problems.
Yes. You can leave unwanted belongings and damaged materials in the house. Home Buyer Louisiana handles the cleanout after closing.
The timeline depends on ownership, title, access and property evaluation. The proposed closing date will be stated in the written agreement.
You do not need to schedule treatment, obtain a termite report or complete structural repairs before contacting Home Buyer Louisiana.
Tell one of our local team members what you have noticed and share any reports or photographs you already have. We will review the property and explain whether selling as-is may be a practical alternative to completing the work yourself.
If the property is one we can purchase, we will provide a written cash offer for your consideration. There is no pressure and no obligation to accept it.
Just fill out the form on this page or call us directly at (504) 332-7676.
1. Tell us about your house and we will give you an estimate of our cash offer
2. If our cash offer is something that will work for you we’ll set up a quick appointment to view the property
3. We’ll give you a written cash offer for your consideration
4. If you are happy, we close at a reputable title company, cash in your hands in as little as 7 days or a date that suits you
We can do step 1 through 3 within 48 hours so you will quickly know whether we are the right the solution for you
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We pay cash which means nothing is dependent on banks approval or slowed down by redtape
We buy your house, as-is so you don't need to make repairs or clean the property
We can close quickly, sometimes you can sell your house as fast as 7 days.
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