Hey Vincent,from research i had done and people i talked to about it, only the houses in the marked zone would be affected. i’d be mainly concerned if the propert is within the chemical plume as seen in that map above. it does seem like they have been working on remediation it over the years. lmk if you have any questions. i did end up closing on a property in garfield but it’s not within the plume

If you have a mechanic in that garage for several years, think about how much oil, petrol, and other chemicals might seep into the ground.

One of the individuals on my repair crew at one time has worked for one of the local termination companies, and assures me there's not a whole lot to it as long as you can find the correct chemicals to use.After research I've found what appears to work extremely well on bedbugs, including the ones that are typically resistant to 'normal' regimens.My concern now is about liability.

Smart Siding or cement siding instead of basic hardboard, Cheap Vinyl windows or a higher grade window, if you're building in Texas - Class IV shingle or a cheap 3 tab that will need replacement the first golf ball sized hail storm that rolls through, thoughtfulness that went into rain runoff/drainage etc then use your judgement.Are the interior doors cheap hollow core synthetic materials with an engineered wood frame or did they use solid wood frames and MDF for the trim or did they use a quality hardwood less prone to damage like Oak/Ash etc.I'm probably going into too much detail, however I pay attention to small things like that as in this new construction build I want to idiot proof as much as I can.

Also the treatment is not like that for termites where the chemical residue stays and is active for years.

Chemicals?

They also make a synthetic paper that is stronger and better than roofing felt,,tar paper for the golden oldies like me....

The major problem that we have is that our landlord also operates an appliance business in their back yard (which is super noisy and constantly smelling of chemicals and spray paint), and when we've asked for repairs, they simply send in their appliance guys who half-*** the repair job, and a month later it's broken again anyway.

Is it bleach everything and replace floors, is it some kind of chemical cleaning product like SCOE 10x on the floors and walls, ... 

A lot of times being a landlord it is about minimizing your exposure to liability.If a tenant or their guests or kids were to get hurt on the property, you can easily expect yourself in today's society to be involved in an very costly and possibly very long lawsuit.We advise owners not to leave on lawnmowers, ladders, weedeater's, yard equipment, or even cleaning supplies and chemicals.