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This is an insurance inspection. It is sub contracted to a licensed WDO (Termite) Inspector. The inspector looks for evidence of wood decay and/or evidence of past or present infestation by termites and other wood destroying insects and pests.

​Who’s Chewing on the House? Termites, the “silent destroyers”, have the ability to destroy your home undetected.

They can chew through:
  • Untreated wood
  • Cardboard
  • Metal
  • Insulating concrete forms (ICF's)
to get to their food sources.

No wonder termites have been around since the dinosaur ages.
The Orkin pest control website states, "you should consider hiring a traditional home inspector and employing a licensed termite inspector before purchasing real estate or buying a home. Termite damage far exceeds damage caused to homes by tornadoes, hurricanes and flooding and is rarely covered by homeowner insurance policies... Early detection can save homeowners substantial repair costs."

​​Your Wood Destroying Organisms (Termite) Inspection report will outline:
  • existing damage
  • current infestations
  • areas likely to incur future infestations
The result of your report should not deter you from purchasing your new home.
​It will give you a negotiating edge. 
  • Buyers can discuss further prevention and repairs to be made by the seller prior to sale. 
  • Sellers may also negotiate on price if termite damage is found.

​There are thousands of termite species in the U.S. The four most problematic termite species are:

Subterranean Termites:
  • Live underground in protected nests
  • Resemble grains of rice
  • Feed on wood
  • Develop wings in the spring
  • Dried insect wings are a sign of their presence
  • Build tunnel systems
  • Live underground in protected nests 

Drywood Termites: 
  • Create nests above ground
  • Infest attic or high spot in home
  • Don’t require a water source
  • Football-shaped pellets fall from nest

Dampwood Termites:
  • Rarely found in the house
  • Usually adjacent to house near moisture
  • Do not construct tunnels​​

​Formosan Termites: ​
  • Colony is usually larger than subterranean termite colonies
  • Able to chew through metal and plastic to reach wood
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I found Desmond on the internet. From start to finish Desmond was a really nice guy he helped me out and pointed out some things that I thought were very valid as far as what you need to know before you buy a home. I feel secure with his reports and I am going to buy the home because of what Desmond has told us. I appreciate all of his hard work and I’ll definitely refer him to all of my friends and family. Matt Hamilton, Orlando, Florida​
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  • Home
  • Client Testimonials
  • Buy Back Guarantee
  • Schedule
    • Online Scheduler
  • Services
    • All Inspections
    • Generalist Home Inspection
    • 4-Point Inspection
    • Wind Mitigation Inspection
    • Wood Destroying Organisms (Termite) Inspection
    • For Buyers >
      • Pre-Purchase Inspection
      • New Construction Phased Inspection
    • For Sellers >
      • Pre-Sale or Pre-Listing
      • For Sale By Owner (FSBO) Inspection
      • Pre-Divorce Inspection
    • For Home Owners >
      • 11th Month Warranty Inspection
      • Annual Home Maintenance Inspection
    • For Movers or Renters >
      • Move-In Move-Out Inspection
      • Re-Location Inspection
    • For Insurance Co. and Lenders >
      • Mobile Home Foundation Certification
      • Roof Certification Inspection
    • Specialized Offerings >
      • Multi-Unit Inspection
      • Pet-Friendly Inspection
  • More...
    • About Us
    • Master Inspector Certifications
    • Code of Ethics
    • Standards of Practice
    • Sample report
    • Service Area Zip Codes
    • Home Inspection Glossary