Wood Destroying Insect Inspection Services

Faro Pest Control technicians complete WDIRs through a thorough visual inspection of both the interior and exterior of the home. Our licensed experts check for current damage, signs of wood-destroying insects (WDIs), and conditions that may lead to future infestations. The WDIR includes the following details:

• Live Insects: Notes any sightings of active wood-destroying insects, including swarmers, discarded wings, or active mud tubes from Eastern subterranean termites

• Dead Insects: Documents any WDI remains found during inspection, whether whole or partial

• Visible Damage: Records signs such as small entry holes, blistered or bubbled paint, hollow-sounding wood, or wood that crumbles when lightly probed

• Evidence of Prior Treatment: Lists any visible signs of past pest control, such as drill marks, treatment notations, or chemical residue

• Vulnerable Conditions: Identifies problem areas like wood-to-soil contact, moisture buildup, poor drainage, or foam insulation touching soil

• Inaccessible Areas: Marks parts of the structure that could not be inspected due to obstructions or limited physical access

• Treatment Recommendations: Provides expert suggestions for addressing any existing WDI issues or preventing future infestations

While WDIRs are an essential part of the home-buying process, they are limited to identifying the current presence and damage caused by wood-destroying insects. These reports give realtors and potential buyers a snapshot of the property’s condition but do not serve as a warranty. WDIRs are valid for 90 days from the inspection date and focus only on pests that cause structural damage — such as termites, carpenter ants, and beetles. They do not cover issues related to rodents, cockroaches, bed bugs, or other non-wood-destroying pests.