More about (WDO) wood destroying organism inspections

Current estimation of WDO infestation

The wood destroying organism you most commonly hear of is the termite. Your WDO inspection report will include information about the current infestation status of the property, and will let you know whether you have a termite, or other WDO, infestation. The WDO inspection report will let you know if there are visible signs of a previous infestation. If there is a current termite, or other WDO problem, the WDO inspection report will note any visible damage that has already occurred and provide treatment recommendations.

Details about future risk of infestation

You may learn that there are no signs of termite activity or damage in your potential new home. This is a great position to be in because it means that there is no need for expensive repairs and negotiation with the seller. It is important to remember that a clean inspection report does not mean you will never get termites. Your inspection report will make note of any issues around your property that could lead to an infestation. For example, areas with excess moisture or wood stored close to the house are both risk factors for developing a termite infestation. If your inspection report includes any risk factors, steps should be taken to eliminate those from the property.

Treatment recommendations

The WDO inspection report will include any treatment recommendations. If you have a current infestation the report will include available treatment options to eradicate the termites, or other WDO, quickly and keep them from returning.